Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Bespoke Picture Framing in Surrey
With a quarter-century of dedicated expertise in the picture framing industry, Ian Dixon Bespoke Framers has established itself as a leader in bespoke framing, conservation, and restoration services across the UK. Our team specialises in handling diverse items, from photographs and watercolours to sports memorabilia and heirlooms, using premium materials like low-reflection Artglass UV-filtering glass and Optium Acrylic. Recognised as six-time national award winners, including the Fine Art Trade Guilds Framing Business of Distinction Award, we combine technical precision with creative solutions to preserve and enhance artwork for future generations.Our clientele spans private collectors, galleries, and institutions such as The Royal School of Needlework and BMW GB Ltd. We pride ourselves on tackling unique challenges, whether framing a 9ft Afghan flag or crafting acrylic cases for delicate memorabilia, ensuring every project meets exacting standards of quality and care.
Services
Bespoke Framing
Conservation Framing
Art Restoration
UV Filtering Glass
Acrylic Display Cases
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of specialist experience in bespoke framing and conservation.
- Our team uses premium UV-filtering glass and acrylic for long-term protection.
- We serve prestigious clients including The Royal School of Needlework and BMW GB Ltd.
- Six-time national award winners for excellence in framing and restoration.
- We handle unique challenges, from 9ft flags to delicate wedding dresses.
Associations and certifications
- Fine Art Trade Guild
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Handled delicate heirlooms
Award-winning expertise
Wide material selection
Professional service
Services
Bespoke Framing
We create tailored framing solutions for art, memorabilia, and heirlooms, using premium materials like UV-filtering glass and acrylic. Our process ensures structural integrity and aesthetic enhancement while accommodating unique shapes and sizes. Clients benefit from durable, museum-grade protection that preserves value and appearance.
Art Conservation
Specialist conservation services stabilise and repair delicate artworks through techniques like support stitching and netting. We address deterioration in textiles, paper, and mixed media, ensuring longevity without compromising original integrity. This service caters to galleries, collectors, and institutions requiring expert preservation.
Acrylic Display Cases
Custom acrylic cases safeguard memorabilia from dust, light, and handling damage. Ideal for items like sports trophies, wedding dresses, or taxidermy, these cases combine clarity with durability. Precision manufacturing ensures secure, bespoke fitting for objects of varying dimensions.
Gicle Printing
High-resolution gicle printing transforms original artwork into archival-quality reproductions or greeting cards. This service allows artists and collectors to share or commercialise work while maintaining colour accuracy and detail. Prints are produced on premium paper for gallery-standard results.
Computerised Mount Cutting
Precision mount cutting using digital templates ensures perfect fit and finish for framed pieces. Available in various colours and textures, our mounts enhance presentation while protecting artwork from contact damage. This service supports both traditional and contemporary framing styles.
People
Ian Dixon
Owner & Lead Framer
With 25 years in picture framing, Ian Dixon combines technical mastery with creative problem-solving. His expertise in conservation and bespoke framing has earned national recognition, including six awards from the Fine Art Trade Guild. He oversees all projects to ensure meticulous craftsmanship.
Questions
What types of items can you frame?
We frame diverse items including art, memorabilia, textiles, medals, and oversized pieces like flags.
Do you offer conservation services?
Yes, we specialise in stabilising and restoring delicate artworks using professional techniques.
What materials do you use?
We use UV-filtering glass, acrylic, archival mounts, and acid-free adhesives for long-term protection.
Can you help with large or unusual projects?
Yes, we welcome challenges like oversized items or complex restoration work.
Do you serve clients outside Surrey?
We work with clients nationwide, including London, Hampshire, and Scotland.
Reviews (6)
Dan Jamieson
Dec 30, 2020
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Ian consistently makes amazing bespoke frames. We have used his services regularly over the years to make frames for the artist I assist. He always creates perfect results and manages to get every request ready in time. Would highly recommend!
Neil Graham
Dec 28, 2020
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Ian is a fantastic talent, not only is he a high quality picture framer but he also has a very creative eye. This enables him to guide you in selection of frame, mount and glass so that your picture always looks amazing.
Kate Lloyd
Sep 13, 2020
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Ian Dixon provides a top quality framing service and I use his services for all my most important images. I expect to deliver top quality to my clients and that is definitely enhanced by Ian's framing. He is always ready to fulfil my sometimes challenging timelines without compromise to the quality of his work. I can highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for The Best. The picture attached shows my usual black frame. Any imperfections in the photo are due to reflections in the glass and are not due to the framing.
Peter Clark
Sep 01, 2020
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I ve always found that Ian Dixon s framing work to have been fantastic
Over many years now ,his considered advice ,endless hard work and perfect timing have added up to being a totally reliable and massive help to my work.
Over many years now ,his considered advice ,endless hard work and perfect timing have added up to being a totally reliable and massive help to my work.
Karen Nicol
Aug 18, 2020
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Ian has framed my work and that of my husband, artist Peter Clark, for years He is an absolutely wonderful framer with great sensitivity and style. I have just needed, at incredibly short notice, 7 frames in 36 hours and he has managed to do them for me and all up to his impeccable standards. He's a wizard.
Jo De Lapuente
Jul 06, 2020
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Over the years Ian has created some of the most beautiful frames for me, all of which display my treasured pictures and paintings at their best. His knowledge and enthusiasm is second to none and I trust his judgement implicitly. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
