1 1/2" Midi Stretcher Bars

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SBWs Medium Duty bars, made of Radiata Pine, with a 1 1/2" side profile are the same depth to the wall as the Heavy Duty Bars but not as wide. Although it's very sturdy, it's not quite as sturdy as the Heavy Duty bars. The Raised, rounded edges (as opposed to sharp, flat edges) greatly reduce the friction of stretching, allowing for a tighter, more even canvas face, while reducing the stress placed on the canvas and the person doing the stretching. The raised edge has two other benefits. They lift the canvas away from contact with the wood, and allow a slight "fudge factor" for gallery wraps that have a sharp transition between the face image and its side. The 1 1/2" width of the bar certainly helps to withstand bowing from taught stretching, but don't overlook using braces. Consider using them on bars over 40 inches.