fine custom framing since 1975
visit our website www.artown.com
Over 30 Local artists represented.
Framed and unframed art. Cards.
Photo scanning and reproduction
Picture lights. Mirrors
Ready made frames and mats
Gift certificates. "No-fee" layaways.
Major credit cards accepted
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
This business was established 38 years ago in 1975 by Claire and Lyle Place. My husband and I have owned it for the past 17 years.
What is your primary product or service?
Our primary service is Custom Picture Framing.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I Worked for the previous owners, Claire and Lyle - designing the mats and completing the framing - for ten years prior to buying the business.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We offer object framing, (shadowboxes), conservation framing, UV glass protection, and all archival framing products. We also offer photo scanning, enlarging and reproduction. A large showroom displays many local artists' original work, linmited editon prints, plus affordable open edition posters and prints.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have only one location, with no plans of expanding at this time.
Provide detailed directions to your location
The Frame Depot is located on the South side of the oval in Milford, between Cardoza Flooring and Souhegan Cycle (Bicycle) shop. From Nashua take 101-A west all the way to the Oval in Milford, about 10 miles. Go half way around the oval, then look straight ahead. There is plenty of parking right in front of our store and all around the Oval.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, and debit cards. We also offer free layaway plans.
Which areas do you service?
We service all areas within driving distance, and also offer UPS and FedEx shipping for phoned in orders or orders from our website www.artown.com.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
My husband,Peter and myself, Paulette Braffitt are the owners of The Frame Depot.
What are your hours of operation?
Tue, Wed and Fri 9 AM to 5 PM
Thurs 9 AM to 6 PM
Sat 9 AM to 4 PM
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The best compliment for us is seeing repeat customers time after time - which indicates that they are happy with our workmanship and the personal service that we provide.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.