Kehystasoilla

Kehystasoilla is a Finnish term used in the framing industry to refer to workstations or areas where frames are produced and assembled. The word is formed from kehystys (framing) and taso (plane/bench) with the locative suffix -illa, signaling a place for framing tasks.

In practice, kehystasoilla can include measuring, miter cutting of mouldings, joining corners, assembling backings, inserting glazing and matting, and applying finishing touches. The stations may also house tools such as saws, clamps, pressing devices, and handheld fasteners. The concept covers both artisanal, hand-crafted framing and more industrial, machine-assisted production.

Kehystasoilla are found in frame shops (kehystämö), art galleries, museums, and vocational training facilities. The term is used to describe the physical space as well as the workflow layout of framing work, including quality control steps to ensure accuracy and artwork protection.

In preservation contexts, proper handling at kehystasoilla helps prevent damage from improper glazing, acid-free mats, and secure backing. The term is part of a broader vocabulary related to kehystys and its techniques, such as matting, glazing, and mounting.

See also: kehystys; kehystämö; kehystysasema.