All frames must be robust, fit for purpose and strung using an appropriate picture cord, preferably nylon, securely tied to D-Rings screwed to the back of the frame, or riveted to a rigid backing board, which must be firmly secured in the back of the frame with tacks, taped over to prevent their loss. Cord or wire should be strung as tightly as possible with just enough slack to permit easy hanging.

If metal wire is used the exposed ends must be wrapped with framing tape or equal to prevent damage or injury.

Hanging mechanisms must be capable of safely carrying the weight of the work, and capable of being hung securely on standard pegboard hooks as used by BAS.

Frames must be of presentable appearance and of saleable quality as befitting a professional exhibition. Bare metal frames and clip-art frames are not acceptable.

All frames must be properly sealed at the back using framing tape (not masking tape) to keep out dust and to secure tacks/staples firmly in place.

If non-reflective glass is used it must be of museum quality.

Unframed, or box, canvases strung in accordance with the above criteria will be accepted as framed work if painted around the edges and neatly finished with no visible finger marks, holes, staples or nails etc. This requirement also applies to work presented in tray frames, where the edges are visible. Any nails or staples on the back need to be sealed with framing tape to prevent damage to other works.