The Chesapeake Framing Co.

Framing, Artwork/Murals, Glass and Mirrors,

About us

Additional Location: 123 Crown Park Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 20878; 301-761-1812 Your artwork is important to you. And at The Chesapeake Framing Company, it’s equally important to us. Whether a print that captured your eye, a child’s cherished drawing or original artwork that is the focal point of your décor, the art you choose to grace your home is a reflection of your style and deserves a custom frame and custom mat that compliments both the artwork and your own design sensibilities. After 30 years in business we know a thing or two about custom framing. The Chesapeake Framing Company’s experienced designers will guide you through our extensive selection of over 5,000 custom frame samples, which have been carefully chosen to serve all tastes and budgets. We also have hundreds of mat samples to create the perfect custom matting treatment for your piece; from traditional French mats, to contemporary clean white mats. We have the perfect custom frame and custom mat to make any project a true piece of art. Conveniently located in Kensington, Maryland and serving the greater Washington, DC metro area, The Chesapeake Framing Company can create the perfect custom frame to reflect your unique style. The Chesapeake Framing Company – where framing is a part of the art.

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Custom Framing and Matting * Custom Framing * Custom Matting and Mounting * Update existing framing to renew artwork * Shadow boxes – object framing * Plexi-glass boxes * Needlework framing * Quilt and tapestry framing * Glass replacement * Delivery and Installation Services.

Services we don't offer

Ask for details.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8216 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
85%
4
11%
3
1%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.2
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 201-216 of 216 reviews

Geralyn D.
04/2014
4.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
3.0


Peter W.
04/2014
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Did a great job helping me choose frames and mats for five diplomas that had been sitting in my file cabinet for years. I'm very pleased with the results!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Sandi H.
04/2014
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Framing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Danna K.
04/2014
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

DESPINA K.
03/2014
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Have only done professional framing once before, for a small & simple print. Had no idea what to expect price-wise, and when I expressed surprise at the price (including the Angie's List discount), the rep asked me if I'd had experience with professional framing. I said essentially, "No."

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$208

Katherine C.
02/2014
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
They were fine.
Description of Work: I bought a Big Deal from them for $150 worth of custom framing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

Ronald E.
01/2014
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Desiree A.
12/2013
5.0
picture framing, gift shops
  + 0 more
N/A
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Arlene P.
11/2013
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: They framed and matted 3 photographs: 2 were 8 X 10 and one was 14 X 18 for gallery exhibits.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$285

Sharon J.
06/2013
2.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I took a picture in to be framed and the staff seemed helpful. The cost was over $500 and I felt that the coupon was used to get the customer in the door, but that the coupon had little value with the exorbitant/inflated prices.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from The Chesapeake Framing Co.
Thank you for visiting our shop and letting us know about your experience. We take great pride in our customer service and our excellent work, so I was disturbed to read your review. If you have read some of the other reviews, you will see that we work hard to provide great customer service, excellent designs and high quality finished products. Your experience was an aberration that I take very seriously. Everyone who works here is trained to give customers options, both creative and budgetary. We offer the vouchers as a way to introduce ourselves to new customers, but let me be absolutely clear-we in no way inflate pricing for people using the vouchers! We strive to be competitive while maintaining the level of expertise and craftsmanship our clients deserve. When beginning the design process the first question we ask is whether you have anything in mind. We do this because we need a starting point to begin selecting options. If someone has a definite idea of what they would like, we might suggest options to enhance the design but it is never our intention to 'drive the price up'. I am much more interested in developing a long term relationship with you than making a little extra profit from one trip. We've been in business 34 years, completely because of that approach. We would love to welcome you back to give us the opportunity to create a fantastic design within your budget. Once again, I'd like to thank you for taking the time to let us know how we can improve. Sincerely, Mary Jo Moon President

Patricia W.
04/2013
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
See above.
Description of Work: They framed a large original vintage poster to museum standards and did an excellent job. Work was completed as promised on time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

pATRICIA D.
04/2013
5.0
muralist, picture framing
  + 0 more
Very well
Description of Work: framing 2 poeces.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$250

Frank C H.
04/2013
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Fine
Description of Work: Use them

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70

Julia F.
03/2013
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had a very long scroll that I hoped could be framed. I took it in and the proprietor looked at it carefully and said it was too large. She was perfectly pleasant and told me how to apply for a refund on the deal.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Todd L.
02/2013
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
Everything went smooth.
Description of Work: I bought one of the Angie's list specials for framing and ended up getting two pieces framed. The staff did an awesome job helping me choose the frame sytle and matting colors. I could not be more pleased with the final product. I was very happy with the great communication from the store personnel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Aviva G.
10/2012
5.0
picture framing
  + -1 more
see above
Description of Work: We had a painting framed. They gave us good advice and did a lovely job. Prices were pretty high, though.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Contact information

10507 Metropolitan Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

http://www.chesapeakeframing.com

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Framing,
Artwork/Murals,
Glass and Mirrors,
Gifts

FAQ

The Chesapeake Framing Co. is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

The Chesapeake Framing Co. accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, The Chesapeake Framing Co. offers free project estimates.
No, The Chesapeake Framing Co. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Chesapeake Framing Co. does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Chesapeake Framing Co. does not offer emergency services.
Yes, The Chesapeake Framing Co. offers warranties.
The Chesapeake Framing Co. offers the following services: Custom Framing and Matting * Custom Framing * Custom Matting and Mounting * Update existing framing to renew artwork * Shadow boxes – object framing * Plexi-glass boxes * Needlework framing * Quilt and tapestry framing * Glass replacement * Delivery and Installation Services.
Ask for details.

Contact information

10507 Metropolitan Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

http://www.chesapeakeframing.com

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM