Picture Framing in Edison, NJ
Your Frame Shop, 25 Minutes from Edison via Route 27
Custom picture framing for Edison NJ residents at our Somerset, NJ shop, 25 minutes from Edison via Route 27 or Route 287. We serve Edison families with the full range of framing work: family photographs, original artwork, diplomas, sports memorabilia, archival framing for valuable pieces, and shadow box work for dimensional objects.
For Edison's substantial Indian American community, we are also one of the only frame shops in Central New Jersey that specializes in Tanjore (Thanjavur) painting framing and other South Asian religious art. archival approach: shadow box depth for gold leaf and gesso work, archival materials, non-glare acrylic, reversible mounting. Our dedicated Tanjore painting framing page covers the specific technical considerations for Indian religious art in detail. For Edison customers with Tanjore paintings, Madhubani art, Pichwai pieces, or other South Asian religious works, that page is the right starting point. For everything else, this page covers the broader picture framing capability we offer Edison residents.
Edison residents trust CustomPictureFrames.com for picture framing. Located in Somerset, NJ, we serve Edison and surrounding areas with custom-cut frames in any size, non-glare acrylic glazing, and 3-5 business days turnaround on standard orders. Standard frame profiles range from 1/2-inch to 4-inch widths in hardwood and metal, with non-glare acrylic glazing and acid-free matting available on every order. Walk-in artwork measurement is available by appointment. Local pickup at our frame shop is available by appointment for customers who prefer to skip shipping. Open the frame designer to enter your exact dimensions.
Start your custom frame design here. Walk in to finish at our Somerset showroom, 25 minutes from Edison.
The live frame designer with real-time pricing is ready. It covers every configuration this page describes:
Custom Picture Frames
Shadow Boxes
Canvas Frames
What Edison Customers Bring to Our Shop
A representative sample of the projects that arrive from Edison each week. The categories below reflect the breadth of work Edison residents trust us with, with deeper coverage of Tanjore painting and other South Asian art because Edison's Indian American community makes it a primary category here, not an occasional specialty.
Tanjore paintings and South Asian art
Edison has one of the largest Indian American communities in NJ, particularly along the Oak Tree Road corridor. We frame Tanjore paintings (Thanjavur), Madhubani art from Bihar, Pichwai paintings from Rajasthan, and other South Asian religious art for Edison families. archival approach: shadow box depth for gold leaf and dimensional gesso work, archival materials, non-glare acrylic. For families inheriting pieces from parents or grandparents in India, we discuss conservation considerations honestly, including when we recommend consulting a restoration specialist before framing. See our dedicated Tanjore painting framing page for the technical specifics.
Family photographs and portraits
Wedding photographs, multi-generational family portraits, baby photos, graduation pictures, and family collections that span both NJ and India. Many Edison families bring in multiple pieces at once to create coherent wall displays. We handle digital prints brought in on USB drives or sent via email and physical photographs that need careful framing without damage.
Children's artwork and school projects
School artwork from Edison Township Public Schools and the surrounding districts, children's award certificates, sports photos from youth league seasons, and art class pieces worth preserving. Many Edison parents maintain ongoing relationships with our shop, bringing in pieces across multiple years and multiple children for a consistent framing style.
Diplomas, certificates, and credentials
Rutgers diplomas from Edison residents (Rutgers is 15 minutes from our shop, and many Edison residents are alumni), diplomas from other NJ and Indian institutions, professional certifications, medical board certificates, law diplomas, and continuing education credentials. Our Rutgers diploma framing page covers the scarlet-and-black specifics for that particular tradition.
Original artwork and collected pieces
Original paintings, signed prints from local NJ artists, photographs from local galleries, and pieces collected on travel in India and elsewhere. We use archival matting and non-glare acrylic for valuable original work. For pieces with significant monetary value, we work with conservators when restoration or authentication questions arise.
Sports memorabilia and collectibles
Signed jerseys, photographs, championship pieces, and team memorabilia. Edison sits in the Yankees, Mets, Giants, Jets, Knicks, Nets, Devils, and Rangers metro market with strong Rutgers college sports interest. We build shadow boxes for autographed pieces and multi-piece sports displays.
Travel souvenirs and dimensional pieces
Maps, art purchased abroad, dimensional souvenirs from family vacations, decorative pieces from trips to India and elsewhere, and three-dimensional textiles. Many Edison families travel internationally and accumulate pieces worth proper framing rather than leaving them in boxes.
Inherited and heirloom pieces
Antique frames needing repair, vintage photographs from estate collections, inherited artwork from grandparents (often shipped or carried from India), and family documents requiring archival framing for preservation. We handle restoration consultation and recommend when pieces should see a professional conservator before framing.
Shadow boxes and dimensional displays
Wedding bouquets and dried floral arrangements, christening gowns and baby shoes, military medals and uniform displays, religious icons with dimensional gilt work, retirement memorabilia, and any project where the piece has depth that flat framing cannot accommodate. See our shadow box framing page for full detail.
If you have something to frame and you are not sure how to approach it, just bring it in. We talk through the options without pressure or upselling.
Why Edison Residents Drive to Our Somerset Shop
The 25-minute drive from Edison is real, so this section earns it. Honest answers about what we offer that the closer chain stores and generic local shops do not.
On-site manufacturing
We manufacture every frame on-site at our Somerset production facility. Chain frame shops and most local shops order finished frames from wholesalers, which limits size flexibility and extends turnaround. Our production handles any size from 4x6 photographs up to 60x96 oversized pieces. Custom moulding cuts to your exact specifications, not stock sizes you have to work around.
South Asian art experience
We are one of the only frame shops in Central New Jersey with hands-on experience framing Tanjore paintings, Madhubani art, Pichwai pieces, and other South Asian religious and decorative work. For Edison's Indian American community, this matters. The conservation considerations for gold leaf, gesso work, and inherited pieces from India are not the same as a standard photograph, and a frame shop that has never handled the medium will not know what to recommend.
Archival materials as standard
Acid-free archival matting, non-glare acrylic, reversible mounting, and breathable backing materials are our default approach, not upcharges. For pieces with sentimental or monetary value (which describes most of what Edison families bring in), this matters over the decades the piece will hang on the wall.
Pricing without metro markup
Our Somerset location means we are not paying Manhattan or even New Brunswick storefront rent. That difference shows up in pricing for serious framing work. Direct from the workshop, no middleman markup.
Cultural respect and accommodation
Multi-generational family consultations are welcome. Flexible evening and Saturday scheduling for working professionals. Rush turnaround available for Diwali, weddings, housewarmings (Griha Pravesh), and other cultural or religious deadlines. We treat culturally specific pieces with the seriousness they deserve.
The trip from Edison
25 minutes via Route 27 or Route 287. Easy access from Oak Tree Road, Menlo Park, Iselin, Clara Barton, and broader Edison Township. Free parking in front of the building, no garage navigation, no parallel parking on a busy street.
How Picture Framing Works at Our Somerset Shop
Every picture framing project is designed in person after we see what you want framed. Mat configuration, moulding choice, glazing tier, and any specialty considerations (Tanjore depth, shadow box openings, archival mounting) affect both the build and what it costs.
Use the designer above to configure a frame with your specific dimensions, frame style, mat preferences, and glazing tier. The designer calculates real-time pricing as you build, so you can see exactly what your configuration costs before you commit. For simple projects (single photographs, standard sizes, standard materials), the designer alone handles the full transaction including local pickup. For complex projects (Tanjore paintings, shadow boxes, multi-piece arrangements, archival framing for valuable pieces), in-person consultation is the right approach. We discuss material options, write up a quote and timeline, and you approve the design before we build.
Process & timing
Walk in any weekday between 9am and 4pm, or book an evening or Saturday slot for dedicated consultation. Standard turnaround is 3-5 business days for general framing. Rush service available when you book ahead, including for cultural and religious event deadlines.
Payment
Cash, check, and all major credit cards. 50% deposit on larger orders. Balance due when you pick up the finished piece.
Drive Times from Edison and Surrounding Areas
Edison residents reach our Somerset shop in about 25 minutes via Route 27 or Route 287, with the exact time depending on which part of Edison Township you are coming from. The grid below covers Edison and the surrounding towns we regularly serve.
Franklin Township
Our immediate township. Local roads, no highway driving required.
New Brunswick
Direct via Route 27 or Hamilton Street. Convenient for Rutgers-affiliated Edison residents.
Highland Park
Via Route 27. Many Highland Park residents combine framing visits with broader Somerset errands.
Piscataway
Via River Road or Route 287. Straightforward route with no congested intersections.
Edison (Oak Tree Road area)
Via Route 27. The Oak Tree Road corridor is the heart of Edison's Indian American community and a primary catchment for our Tanjore painting framing work.
Edison (Menlo Park area)
Via Route 287 north then Route 527. Convenient for residents in the Menlo Park Mall area and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Metuchen
Via Route 287 or Route 27. Metuchen's Main Street area is a frequent origin point for our Edison-adjacent customers.
Iselin
Via Route 287. Iselin's significant Indian American community brings Tanjore paintings and South Asian art work into our shop regularly.
South Plainfield
Via Route 287. Local roads for the final stretch.
Woodbridge
Via Route 287 or Route 1. The longer drive but still well within range for one-time specialty projects.
For Edison residents who work in New Brunswick, the route from your office to our Somerset shop is straightforward via Route 27. Many neighbors drop off framing on their way home from work.
Common Questions from Edison Customers
Do you frame Tanjore paintings and other Indian art?
How long does the drive from Edison take?
What kinds of pieces do you frame?
Can I see materials in person before deciding?
Do you handle archival framing for valuable artwork?
Can family members attend the framing consultation?
Do you offer rush service for cultural events or religious deadlines?
What if I need framing for a specialty piece I haven't seen explained on your site?
Bring Your Framing Project to Our Somerset Shop
Walk in any weekday between 9am and 4pm at 6 Shirley Ave in Somerset, NJ. About 25 minutes from Edison via Route 27 or Route 287. Bring the piece you want framed, or photos and dimensions if you would rather discuss the project first. Book an evening or Saturday slot through our online scheduling for complex projects, multi-generational consultations, or quieter Tanjore painting work. For Tanjore framing specifically, the dedicated specialty page covers the technical considerations in depth. For everything else, just bring the piece in.