What services do you offer?

Our services include custom picture framing, museum-quality conservation framing, canvas stretching, shadow box framing, custom mirrors, and more. All work is completed on-site in our Palo Alto studio.

Do I need an appointment?

Walk-ins are always welcome during our business hours. However, we recommend booking an appointment to ensure you get dedicated one-on-one time with our designer. Appointments can be booked online at our booking page.

We frame a wide variety of items — original paintings, fine art prints, photography, vintage posters, certificates, diplomas, textiles, jerseys, memorabilia, and more. We also design and build custom framed mirrors. If you're unsure whether your piece can be framed, bring it in and we'll advise you.

How much does custom picture framing cost?

Custom framing pricing depends on the size of the piece, the frame style, matting, and glazing options you choose. We work with a wide range of budgets and will walk you through all your options during your appointment.

How long has Richard Sumner Frames been in business?

We opened our doors in 1972, making us one of the oldest businesses in Palo Alto and the only remaining custom picture framing shop in the downtown area. Over 50 years of experience goes into every frame we build.

Where is Richard Sumner Frames located?

We are located at 628 Emerson Street in downtown Palo Alto, CA 94301. We serve clients throughout the Bay Area, including Atherton, Menlo Park, Los Altos, and San Francisco.

Do you only serve Palo Alto?

No — while our studio is in Palo Alto, we serve clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. We regularly work with clients from Atherton, Menlo Park, Los Altos, and beyond, and offer delivery and installation throughout the region.

Custom picture framing serving Redwood City

Looking for expert custom picture framing in Redwood City? Richard Sumner Frames is just minutes away at 628 Emerson Street in downtown Palo Alto — and we've been proudly serving Redwood City residents and interior designers for over 50 years.

With the recent closure of University Art in Redwood City, we've welcomed many of their longtime customers to our studio and are glad to offer the same personalized service and quality craftsmanship they've come to expect. If you're looking for a new home for your framing needs, we'd love to meet you.

Whether you're framing fine art, family photographs, a cherished heirloom, or sports memorabilia, our studio offers museum-quality craftsmanship and one-on-one service tailored to every project.

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Our framing services for Redwood City clients

All work is completed on-site in our Palo Alto studio — never outsourced.

Custom Picture Framing We offer hundreds of frame styles, including our signature hand-painted and closed-corner frames. Our framers work with you one-on-one to find the perfect combination of frame, mat, and glazing for your piece.

Museum-Quality Conservation Framing For artwork, photographs, and documents that need to last generations, we use archival materials and UV-protective glazing to preserve what matters most.

Canvas Stretching & Floater Frames We stretch and mount canvases of all sizes, and offer a wide selection of floater frames that let the edges of your canvas breathe.

Shadow Box Framing & Memorabilia From jerseys to military medals to travel mementos, we design custom shadow boxes that tell your story beautifully.

Custom Framed Mirrors Transform any room with a custom mirror framed to your exact specifications — a specialty that sets us apart from most framing shops.

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What our clients are saying

"Mahmut and his staff do top-notch work and I'm always thrilled with the results. I receive one-on-one consultation, a written cost breakdown and the piece is ready when stated. Even the artist of one piece commented that the framing was the best he'd seen."

— Yvette P., Emerald Hills, CA

Easy to reach from Redwood City

Our studio at 628 Emerson Street is about 15 minutes from Redwood City via El Camino Real — and just a short Caltrain ride away if you prefer to leave the car at home. Free street parking is available nearby. We welcome walk-ins, but booking an appointment ensures you get dedicated one-on-one time with our framers.

📍 628 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 📞 (650) 322-3330 ✉️ rsgallerypa@aol.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready to stop by, go ahead and book an appointment.

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Walk-ins are always welcome, but we recommend booking an appointment to ensure dedicated one-on-one time with our designer. You can book online or call us at (650) 322-3330.
Yes. Once your framing project is complete, we offer professional delivery and installation throughout the Bay Area, including Redwood City. Our installer, Jaime, has over 20 years of experience and handles all installations personally.
We offer the full range of our framing services to clients from Redwood City, including custom picture framing, museum-quality conservation framing, canvas stretching and floater frames, custom framed mirrors, and shadow box and memorabilia framing. All work is completed on-site in our Palo Alto studio.
All framing is completed on-site in our Palo Alto studio by our own team — never outsourced. This allows us to maintain full quality control over every project from start to finish.
Our studio is approximately 15 minutes from downtown Redwood City via El Camino Real. Caltrain is also a convenient option — the ride between Redwood City and Palo Alto takes about 10 minutes.
Absolutely. We frequently work with clients who have purchased art locally and want expert framing to match the quality of the piece. Bring your artwork in and we'll design a frame that does it justice.

Ready to stop by?

We'd love to learn about your project. Book an appointment online and bring in your piece — we'll help you find the perfect frame.

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