PDR Custom Picture Framing 606 Lancaster St W Kitchener 226-339-0779
PDR Custom Picture Framing 606 Lancaster St W Kitchener 226-339-0779
PDR Custom Picture Framing 606 Lancaster St W Kitchener 226-339-0779
PDR Custom Picture Framing 606 Lancaster St W Kitchener 226-339-0779
Your Memories Deserve More
Than a Stock Frame
Your Memories Deserve More
Than a Stock Frame
Your Memories Deserve More
Than a Stock Frame
Your Memories Deserve More
Than a Stock Frame
Expert custom framing that protects, preserves, and
beautifully displays what matters most — trusted by Kitchener-Waterloo
Expert custom framing that protects, preserves, and
beautifully displays what matters most — trusted by Kitchener-Waterloo
Expert custom framing that protects, preserves, and
beautifully displays what matters most — trusted by Kitchener-Waterloo
Expert custom framing that protects, preserves, and
beautifully displays what matters most — trusted by Kitchener-Waterloo
From cherished family photos to original artwork, we help you frame the moments and memories that define your life. With premium materials, personalized design consultations, and over 20+ years of craftsmanship, every piece we create is built to last decades — not just years.
From cherished family photos to original artwork, we help you frame the moments and memories that define your life. With premium materials, personalized design consultations, and over 20+ years of craftsmanship, every piece we create is built to last decades — not just years.
From cherished family photos to original artwork, we help you frame the moments and memories that define your life. With premium materials, personalized design consultations, and over 20+ years of craftsmanship, every piece we create is built to last decades — not just years.
From cherished family photos to original artwork, we help you frame the moments and memories that define your life. With premium materials, personalized design consultations, and over 20+ years of craftsmanship, every piece we create is built to last decades — not just years.
✓ Independently
owned
✓ Independently
owned
✓ 20+ years of
expert craftsmanship
✓ 20+ years of
expert craftsmanship
✓ Premium materials & UV-protective glass
✓ Premium materials & UV-protective glass
✓ Personalized design
consultations
✓ Personalized design
consultations
✓ Proudly serving Kitchener-
Waterloo
✓ Proudly serving Kitchener-
Waterloo
Why Most People Get Framing Wrong
(And How to Get It Right)
Why Most People Get Framing Wrong
(And How to Get It Right)
You've spent years building a home you're proud of.
Don't let cheap frames undo it.
You've spent years building a home you're proud of.
Don't let cheap frames undo it.
Standard Glass Doesn't Protect
Standard Glass Doesn't Protect
Without UV protection, your photos and artwork fade over time. Colors lose their vibrancy. Details disappear. And once it's gone, it's gone forever.
Cheap Materials Degrade Fast
Cheap Materials Degrade Fast
Acidic mats yellow and damage your art. Composite frames warp and chip. What looked fine at the store starts falling apart within months.
Big-Box Stores Don't Guide You
Big-Box Stores Don't Guide You
Sales staff can't tell you which glass protects your art or why matting matters. You're left guessing — and often regretting your choice later.
There's a better way. One that protects your memories, honors your investment, and looks beautiful for decades.
There's a better way. One that protects your memories, honors your investment, and looks beautiful for decades.
"New year. New walls. This is your year."
15% off gallery wall packages (3+ frames) when you book this month.
"New year. New walls. This is your year."
New year, new walls. This is the year you finally frame those photos, finish that gallery wall, and create a home that feels intentional.
Blank walls don't make your space feel bigger — they make it feel unfinished. Your photos, your art, your memories deserve to be seen daily, not stored in drawers.
This January, we're helping you start fresh with our New Year, New Walls promotion: 15% off gallery wall packages (3+ frames) when you book this month.
Let's turn your blank walls into something you're proud of.
New year, new walls. This is the year you finally frame those photos, finish that gallery wall, and create a home that feels intentional.
Blank walls don't make your space feel bigger — they make it feel unfinished. Your photos, your art, your memories deserve to be seen daily, not stored in drawers.
This January, we're helping you start fresh with our New Year, New Walls promotion: 15% off gallery wall packages (3+ frames) when you book this month.
Let's turn your blank walls into something you're proud of.
Expert Framing That Protects What You Can't Replace
We don't just build frames.
We preserve memories, protect investments, and
create displays you'll be proud of for a lifetime.
We don't just build frames.
We preserve memories, protect investments, and
create displays you'll be proud of for a lifetime.
1.
Premium Materials
1.
Premium Materials
Solid wood mouldings, acid-free matting, and UV-protective glass from industry leaders like Groglass. We use materials designed to last 30+ years.
2.
Expert Guidance
2.
Expert Guidance
Every project starts with a personalized design consultation. We'll help you choose frames, mats, and glass that match your art, your space, and your budget.
3.
20+ Years of Craftsmanship
3.
20+ Years of Craftsmanship
Family-owned and locally trusted, we've framed thousands of pieces for Kitchener-Waterloo families, artists, and businesses.
4.
Built Right, Built to Last
4.
Built Right, Built to Last
Every frame is custom-built by hand in our Kitchener workshop. Your satisfaction is our priority.
We Frame What Matters to You
From family photos to sports memorabilia, original artwork to gallery walls — if it's important to you, we'll frame it beautifully.
From family photos to sports memorabilia, original artwork to gallery walls — if it's important to you, we'll frame it beautifully.
Custom Art Framing
Custom Art Framing
Give your artwork the presentation it deserves. We work with paintings, prints, and mixed media to create frames that enhance and protect.
Give your artwork the presentation it deserves. We work with paintings, prints, and mixed media to create frames that enhance and protect.
Custom Art Framing
Custom Art Framing
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Sports Memorabilia Framing
Sports Memorabilia Framing
From signed jerseys to game-day tickets, we use deep shadow boxes and archival techniques to display your sports memories proudly.
From signed jerseys to game-day tickets, we use deep shadow boxes and archival techniques to display your sports memories proudly.
Sport Memorabilia Framing
Sport Memorabilia Framing
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Diploma & Certificate Framing
Diploma & Certificate Framing
Display your achievements with classic, professional framing that honors years of hard work and dedication.
Display your achievements with classic, professional framing that honors years of hard work and dedication.
Diploma & Certificate Framing
Diploma & Certificate Framing
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Gallery Wall Design
Gallery Wall Design
Transform a blank wall into a curated collection. We'll help you plan, design, and frame a gallery wall that feels cohesive and intentional.
Transform a blank wall into a curated collection. We'll help you plan, design, and frame a gallery wall that feels cohesive and intentional.
Gallery Wall Design
Gallery Wall Design
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Family Photo Framing
Family Photo Framing
Preserve your most cherished memories with UV-protective glass and acid-free matting that keeps photos vibrant for decades.
Preserve your most cherished memories with UV-protective glass and acid-free matting that keeps photos vibrant for decades.
Family
Family
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Guitar Frames
Guitar Frames
Your Guitar is a work of art
Display it like it deserves
Your Guitar is a work of art
Display it like it deserves
Guitar Frames
Guitar Frames
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How Custom Framing Works at PDR
How Custom Framing Works at PDR
Simple, transparent, and stress-free. Here's what happens when you work with us.
Simple, transparent, and stress-free. Here's what happens when you work with us.
Step 1: Book Your F ree Consultation
Step 1: Book Your
Choose a time that works for you using our online booking calendar. Bring your artwork (or photos of it) and we'll sit down together to discuss your vision.
What to Expect: 20-30 minutes of personalized guidance — no pressure, no sales pitch.
Step 2: Design Your Frame
Step 2: Design Your Frame
We'll show you real frame samples, mat colors, and glass options. You'll see exactly what your finished piece will look like before we build it.
What to Expect: Transparent pricing, honest recommendations, and as many questions answered as you need.
Step 3: We Build Your Frame
Step 3: We Build Your Frame
Every frame is custom-built by hand in our Kitchener workshop using premium materials and precision craftsmanship.
What to Expect: About 2 weeks turnaround (often sooner). We'll keep you updated along the way.
Step 4: Pick Up & Enjoy
Step 4: Pick Up & Enjoy
When your frame is ready, you'll come pick it up (or we'll arrange delivery). We'll walk you through care tips and show you how to hang it.
What to Expect: A frame you're proud to display — guaranteed.
What Our Clients Say
What Our Clients Say
Don't just take our word for it — hear from Kitchener-Waterloo families and artists who've trusted u s with their most meaningful pieces.
Don't just take our word for it — hear from Kitchener-Waterloo families and artists who've trusted
Kari Visscher (Artist)
Kari Visscher (Artist)
"My experience using PDR custom framing has been outstanding. Peter offers a level of expertise that is difficult to find and will work with you to find the perfect frame for your special project. I have had a dozen of my paintings framed by Peter and have been blown away by his attention to detail and the level of quality and pride he puts into each one. I confidently recommend PDR framing for any project you want to be cherished and loved." — Kari Visscher, Local Artist
Rupert Hanson
Rupert Hanson
"Pete has framed a number of my art prints and pictures. His outstanding quality, timely work, fair price, and finished product are awesome. Thoroughly recommend his services." — Rupert Hanson
David Boyes (Interior Designer)
David Boyes (Interior Designer)
"I have found in my years in design that aligning myself with professionals focused on specific details makes the process of achieving an outstanding and quality product within budget that much simpler. PDR Picture Framing offers that commitment to quality and customer service which I strive for. I have had a very successful relationship with PDR which has resulted in many varied framing projects, including simple reframing, custom mirrors, and larger-scale framing of original art with values in excess of $10K. I would highly recommend PDR Picture Framing in Kitchener Waterloo to anyone." — David Boyes, Interior Designer
May close for events and appointments. Please see the appointment calendar for availability.
Book an appointment, check the appointment calendar.
Appointments have priority.
Walkins Welcome
Free Guide: Choose the Perfect Frame
Free Guide: Choose the Perfect Frame
Download our comprehensive guide to custom framing — learn how to choose the right materials, avoid costly mistakes, and make confident decisions.
Download our comprehensive guide to custom framing — learn how to choose the right materials, avoid costly mistakes, and make confident decisions.
What's Inside
What's Inside
✓ The 5 biggest framing mistakes (and how to avoid them)
✓ Glass types explained: UV, non-glare, museum-quality
✓ How to choose frames that last 30+ years
✓ Matting 101: what works and what doesn't
✓ Why quality materials matter more than price
✓ How the PDR framing process works
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Introducing Our NEW Community!
The PDR Creative Collective
Introducing Our NEW Community!
The PDR Creative Collective
A Movement of Artists, Art Lovers, Interior Designers and Picture Framing Enthusiasts
A Movement of Artists, Art Lovers, Interior Designers and Picture Framing Enthusiasts
Are you an artist that would like to show your work?
An interior designer that just completed an awesome project.
You would like to show off your new picture framing collage.
Or you would just like to peruse the art.
This is the place for you.
It's free to join.
What You'll Get:
Exclusive discounts and early access to promotions for picture framing
A space to showcase your artwork or design projects
Collaboration opportunities with other local artists and designers
Behind-the-scenes framing tips and inspiration
It's free to join. And it's just getting started.
Proudly Serving Kitchener-Waterloo Since 1978
Proudly Serving Kitchener-Waterloo Since 1978
We're not a chain. We're not a warehouse. We're your neighbors — and we've been framing memories for local families and artists for over 40 years.
We're not a chain. We're not a warehouse. We're your neighbors — and we've been framing memories for local families and artists for over 40 years.
Family-Owned & Local
Family-Owned & Local
When you call, you talk to us. When you visit, we're the ones helping you. This is personal work, and we take it personally.
When you call, you talk to us. When you visit, we're the ones helping you. This is personal work, and we take it personally.
Supporting Local Artists
Supporting Local Artists
We've framed hundreds of pieces for Kitchener-Waterloo artists, photographers, and galleries. When you support us, you support the local creative community.
We've framed hundreds of pieces for Kitchener-Waterloo artists, photographers, and galleries. When you support us, you support the local creative community.
Trusted for Generations
Trusted for Generations
We've framed wedding photos for couples who now bring in their children's graduation portraits. That's the kind of trust we've built — and we never take it for granted.
We've framed wedding
Ready to Frame What Matters?
Ready to Frame What Matters?
Let's design a frame that protects, preserves, and beautifully displays your most meaningful pieces.
Let's design a frame that protects, preserves, and beautifully displays your most meaningful pieces.
Book your free design consultation today. No pressure, no obligation — just expert guidance and honest recommendations.
Book your free design consultation today. No pressure, no obligation — just expert guidance and honest recommendations.
“Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures.” – Henry Ward Beecher
