BEST Medium-duty Stretcher Bars

Great for small paintings!

The BEST Medium-duty Stretcher Bar is made from white pine. There is a greater supply of pine in the thinner and shorter length, so we use high-quality white pine for these bars. The lightweight bars are extremely useful in small paintings. These bars can save you money and make framing easier; perfect for beginners, college students, and small works of art.

All of BEST's Stretcher Bars are designed so that the canvas is always a full ½" (except lightweight) from the stretcher bar to ensure that there will be no "ghost" impressions on the canvas. The rounded back edge reduces surface friction and allows for a smoother, tighter draw on the canvas for a more even painting surface. All feature a slotted back for easy installation of cross braces. Bars are made of pure kiln-dried white pine. Measure 1 ¼" deep × 1 ½" wide. (See line drawing in images)

All Stretcher Bars are undersized by ⅛" to allow for fitting in a standard stock frame. If you require exact dimensions, this will be considered a custom order. Please call our Order Department 800-827-8478 ext. 218.

Cross Brace Recommendations: See the Stretcher Bar Cross Brace Layout to determine appropriate cross bracing for the frame you wish to build. Please note – Cross Bracing may require “Notching”. Notching is an additional Fee. If notching is required, the order is “Custom.” Please call 800-827-8478 ext. 218. To order cross braces – please click on the link to Best Medium-duty Cross Brace.

Select sizes available in 1" increments from 8" to 72". For custom orders, including fractional sizes, call our Order Dept. 800-827-8478 ext. 218

Wood Stretcher Keys are not automatically shipped with Stretcher Bar orders. You must order from the list below.

BEST Stretcher Bars are sent directly from the manufacturer. Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for delivery of these items. In the event you need your order rushed, please call 800-827-8478 ext. 218. While we cannot promise earlier fulfillment, we will do our best to accommodate.

Please check your order immediately upon receiving it! If the bars that you receive are damaged or defective, please email [email protected] within one week of delivery to request replacement bars.