What is a kit frame?

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A kit frame is made from pre-cut sections of metal moulding. The corners of a kit frame are joined with specially designed brackets and assembled with a flat head screwdriver. These brackets provide exceptional strength and can be disassembled if necessary. Loading a kit frame requires several short steps. First, three sections are joined and the fourth side is left open. Then, the contents are slid into the frame using the open side. Last, the fourth section is joined, and spring clips are inserted behind the contents of the frame to remove any extra space. Spring clips also prevent rattling and shifting of the contents.

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The kits offered by Frame USA are called U-Frame Kits. Each kit comes with two sections of moulding, hardware required to join two corners, two wall protectors called bump-ons, one snap hanger for attaching wire, spring clips, and instructions. Two kits are required to make one frame. The rigid profile of kit moulding adds durability and functionality. It can withstand more weight than a back loaded frame, and glass can be used in larger sizes. A kit frame also gives retail store customers a customizable alterative to ready made frames.