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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by crashwilliams on Aug 21, 2018 11:43:49 GMT 1, i wouldn't f**k about with framers. i love near Rochester, kent. its has about 4 framers in the high street. So have a look in the windows, and go in and have a chat.... follow forum guidance... is it all PH neutral, uv, fully reversible framing, then ask... so if I decide to sell it and bring it back to you, can you remove from the frame and it looks like new? Yep they say of course we are in the framing guild..... cool, lets do it. 4 years later advertise the framed bit of art on ebay, guy buys it and wants it shipped to Norway No problem, i'll have a quick look and see if i can remove it from the frame myself (saves a journey) Opens frame and the print has been stuck to the mount with shiny parcel tape Refund buyer and sulk
Years back (early 2000s) and I had some framing done at a gallery in SE London - spoke to the guy and he said yep, all of the above would be adhered to, event told me he was an archivist... Prints came back, even had a 'quality' sticker on the back telling me what a great job they'd done and even had the framers initials...
Took my print out of the frame and yep, stuck in there with brown packing tape - w+ankers.
I've since had another issue with another framing firm!
Over the last couple of months I've learnt so much (mostly here) and now when I go in I'm prepped with questions to ask - if something seems a good deal, it probably isn't.
i wouldn't f**k about with framers. i love near Rochester, kent. its has about 4 framers in the high street. So have a look in the windows, and go in and have a chat.... follow forum guidance... is it all PH neutral, uv, fully reversible framing, then ask... so if I decide to sell it and bring it back to you, can you remove from the frame and it looks like new? Yep they say of course we are in the framing guild..... cool, lets do it. 4 years later advertise the framed bit of art on ebay, guy buys it and wants it shipped to Norway No problem, i'll have a quick look and see if i can remove it from the frame myself (saves a journey) Opens frame and the print has been stuck to the mount with shiny parcel tape Refund buyer and sulk Sorry to hear this, I feel your pain. Years back (early 2000s) and I had some framing done at a gallery in SE London - spoke to the guy and he said yep, all of the above would be adhered to, event told me he was an archivist... Prints came back, even had a 'quality' sticker on the back telling me what a great job they'd done and even had the framers initials... Took my print out of the frame and yep, stuck in there with brown packing tape - w+ankers. I've since had another issue with another framing firm! Over the last couple of months I've learnt so much (mostly here) and now when I go in I'm prepped with questions to ask - if something seems a good deal, it probably isn't. |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by crashwilliams on Jun 9, 2019 8:39:37 GMT 1, Just coming back to this thread...
Whilst not SE London, Altered Images in Burwash are brilliant - they're about an hour from Lewisham, on the way to Hastings.
I was recently at an Oli Epp talk and got chatting to the guy, turns out that he's a framer for that business, his name's Louie.
Long story short, I've jsu had five pieces back all of which have been beautifully framed, four are full conservation and I'm blown away. Even better, the prices were brilliant, very competitive - the service first class.
Theyre based on the (small) highstreet, there's parking - also a great pub opposite. They have a standard showroom with massive workspace out back - they've probably 4/5 framers working there.
Well worth seeking out if you're this side of London.  
Just coming back to this thread... Whilst not SE London, Altered Images in Burwash are brilliant - they're about an hour from Lewisham, on the way to Hastings. I was recently at an Oli Epp talk and got chatting to the guy, turns out that he's a framer for that business, his name's Louie. Long story short, I've jsu had five pieces back all of which have been beautifully framed, four are full conservation and I'm blown away. Even better, the prices were brilliant, very competitive - the service first class. Theyre based on the (small) highstreet, there's parking - also a great pub opposite. They have a standard showroom with massive workspace out back - they've probably 4/5 framers working there. Well worth seeking out if you're this side of London. |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by blerd on Jun 9, 2019 9:33:43 GMT 1, Just coming back to this thread... Whilst not SE London, Altered Images in Burwash are brilliant - they're about an hour from Lewisham, on the way to Hastings. I was recently at an Oli Epp talk and got chatting to the guy, turns out that he's a framer for that business, his name's Louie. Long story short, I've jsu had five pieces back all of which have been beautifully framed, four are full conservation and I'm blown away. Even better, the prices were brilliant, very competitive - the service first class. Theyre based on the (small) highstreet, there's parking - also a great pub opposite. They have a standard showroom with massive workspace out back - they've probably 4/5 framers working there. Well worth seeking out if you're this side of London.
Just coming back to this thread... Whilst not SE London, Altered Images in Burwash are brilliant - they're about an hour from Lewisham, on the way to Hastings. I was recently at an Oli Epp talk and got chatting to the guy, turns out that he's a framer for that business, his name's Louie. Long story short, I've jsu had five pieces back all of which have been beautifully framed, four are full conservation and I'm blown away. Even better, the prices were brilliant, very competitive - the service first class. Theyre based on the (small) highstreet, there's parking - also a great pub opposite. They have a standard showroom with massive workspace out back - they've probably 4/5 framers working there. Well worth seeking out if you're this side of London. Please don't take this as a criticism, but somehow you manage to turn every conversation into one about Oli Epp. |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by crashwilliams on Jun 9, 2019 9:38:20 GMT 1, blerd No worries, I can be a bit OCD - I'm working on it!
blerd No worries, I can be a bit OCD - I'm working on it!
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by blerd on Jun 9, 2019 9:39:49 GMT 1, blerd No worries, I can be a bit OCD - I'm working on it!
blerd No worries, I can be a bit OCD - I'm working on it! Hahaha! I do like that framers thanks for the heads up. |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by crashwilliams on Jun 9, 2019 9:43:22 GMT 1, blerd No worries, I can be a bit OCD - I'm working on it! Hahaha! I do like that framers thanks for the heads up.
After several framing mishaps., I've been very impressed. Louie is also an art collector and very knowledgeable.
blerd No worries, I can be a bit OCD - I'm working on it! Hahaha! I do like that framers thanks for the heads up. Do you know them? After several framing mishaps., I've been very impressed. Louie is also an art collector and very knowledgeable. |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by blerd on Jun 9, 2019 9:52:24 GMT 1, Hahaha! I do like that framers thanks for the heads up. Do you know them? After several framing mishaps., I've been very impressed. Louie is also an art collector and very knowledgeable.
Hahaha! I do like that framers thanks for the heads up. Do you know them? After several framing mishaps., I've been very impressed. Louie is also an art collector and very knowledgeable. No, a good reasonable priced conservation framing is tough to find. Ive recently been looking at FRAME LONDON which isn't far from me in East London but will definitely check out The Urban Framer. |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Plate Spinner on Jun 10, 2019 10:23:19 GMT 1, I’d strongly recommend Traeger Cowling in Peckham. They’ve been going about 9 months I believe and Gavin is ex Darbys so knows his stuff.
I’ve had a few pieces framed by them and been very impressed. Definitely check them out in SE London.
I’d strongly recommend Traeger Cowling in Peckham. They’ve been going about 9 months I believe and Gavin is ex Darbys so knows his stuff.
I’ve had a few pieces framed by them and been very impressed. Definitely check them out in SE London.
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Imoy-San on Jun 10, 2019 18:56:44 GMT 1, I can vouch for Jacob at the The Framing Room in Peckham (020 7018 4242). He frames for some big shows and galleries.
www.framingroom.com
I can vouch for Jacob at the The Framing Room in Peckham (020 7018 4242). He frames for some big shows and galleries. www.framingroom.com |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by craigf on Jun 10, 2019 19:29:38 GMT 1,
Another vote / recommendation for the urban framer - no nasty surprises when you open piece he has framed!
Another vote / recommendation for the urban framer - no nasty surprises when you open piece he has framed! |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by traegercowling on Jun 12, 2019 10:13:32 GMT 1, Hi,
First post here on the Forum.
But its a subject near and dear to my heart!
I'm not sure what exactly the rules are regarding promotion of oneself here, but a client kindly mentioned us in this thread and I wanted to follow up.
We are picture framers based in Peckham, SE London.
I'm ex-Darbyshire so used to working with clients that expect top quality museum and gallery framing. Before moving to London I framed for years in The San Francisco Bay area, with one of Jed Barks original staff.
For works on paper we only use Japanese paper tabs and wheatstarch paste (there are exceptions warranted on occasion, but we always seek the best practice in each case). Some framers might be able to use Japanese tabs if you pay them extra, but it is more time and space consuming so they don't unless you demand it and pay extra
It's becoming lost skill in most framing studios.
It's great to be on the forum. We're looking forward to sharing the knowledge accrued over the years.
We're always happy to discuss framing and art. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
We see clients by appointment to make sure we have enough dedicated time to find your framing solution.
have a look at our website
www.traeger-cowling.co.uk
Hi, First post here on the Forum. But its a subject near and dear to my heart! I'm not sure what exactly the rules are regarding promotion of oneself here, but a client kindly mentioned us in this thread and I wanted to follow up. We are picture framers based in Peckham, SE London. I'm ex-Darbyshire so used to working with clients that expect top quality museum and gallery framing. Before moving to London I framed for years in The San Francisco Bay area, with one of Jed Barks original staff. For works on paper we only use Japanese paper tabs and wheatstarch paste (there are exceptions warranted on occasion, but we always seek the best practice in each case). Some framers might be able to use Japanese tabs if you pay them extra, but it is more time and space consuming so they don't unless you demand it and pay extra It's becoming lost skill in most framing studios. It's great to be on the forum. We're looking forward to sharing the knowledge accrued over the years. We're always happy to discuss framing and art. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. We see clients by appointment to make sure we have enough dedicated time to find your framing solution. have a look at our website www.traeger-cowling.co.uk |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Coach on Jun 12, 2019 11:13:25 GMT 1, Hi, First post here on the Forum. But its a subject near and dear to my heart! I'm not sure what exactly the rules are regarding promotion of oneself here, but a client kindly mentioned us in this thread and I wanted to follow up. We are picture framers based in Peckham, SE London. I'm ex-Darbyshire so used to working with clients that expect top quality museum and gallery framing. Before moving to London I framed for years in The San Francisco Bay area, with one of Jed Barks original staff. For works on paper we only use Japanese paper tabs and wheatstarch paste (there are exceptions warranted on occasion, but we always seek the best practice in each case). Some framers might be able to use Japanese tabs if you pay them extra, but it is more time and space consuming so they don't unless you demand it and pay extra It's becoming lost skill in most framing studios. It's great to be on the forum. We're looking forward to sharing the knowledge accrued over the years. We're always happy to discuss framing and art. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. We see clients by appointment to make sure we have enough dedicated time to find your framing solution. have a look at our website www.traeger-cowling.co.uk
I suggest that you start your own thread, otherwise your post will be lost over time.
You could then post examples of your work on your own thread, if ok with your clients (as well as repeating the above concerning your standards).
You can also pm message Daniel Silk and ask for a framer’s star (green if memory serves).
Hi, First post here on the Forum. But its a subject near and dear to my heart! I'm not sure what exactly the rules are regarding promotion of oneself here, but a client kindly mentioned us in this thread and I wanted to follow up. We are picture framers based in Peckham, SE London. I'm ex-Darbyshire so used to working with clients that expect top quality museum and gallery framing. Before moving to London I framed for years in The San Francisco Bay area, with one of Jed Barks original staff. For works on paper we only use Japanese paper tabs and wheatstarch paste (there are exceptions warranted on occasion, but we always seek the best practice in each case). Some framers might be able to use Japanese tabs if you pay them extra, but it is more time and space consuming so they don't unless you demand it and pay extra It's becoming lost skill in most framing studios. It's great to be on the forum. We're looking forward to sharing the knowledge accrued over the years. We're always happy to discuss framing and art. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. We see clients by appointment to make sure we have enough dedicated time to find your framing solution. have a look at our website www.traeger-cowling.co.ukI suggest that you start your own thread, otherwise your post will be lost over time. You could then post examples of your work on your own thread, if ok with your clients (as well as repeating the above concerning your standards). You can also pm message Daniel Silk and ask for a framer’s star (green if memory serves). |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Unica on Dec 14, 2019 14:04:22 GMT 1, Can anyone help recommend a reasonable framer near London that can frame quite a few large poster/prints that won't cost an arm and a leg. The prints have some value £1-3k but not worth taking to Darbyshire IMO, but would like hinged with a white frame no matt and UV plexi.
Any help would be most welcome, the posters can be as large as 144cm x 100cm. For example I have the three Haring Montreaux 1983 posters, a couple of Lichenstein prints and a Richter screenprint poster all rather large.
Can anyone help recommend a reasonable framer near London that can frame quite a few large poster/prints that won't cost an arm and a leg. The prints have some value £1-3k but not worth taking to Darbyshire IMO, but would like hinged with a white frame no matt and UV plexi.
Any help would be most welcome, the posters can be as large as 144cm x 100cm. For example I have the three Haring Montreaux 1983 posters, a couple of Lichenstein prints and a Richter screenprint poster all rather large.
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by stradled on Dec 14, 2019 14:16:40 GMT 1, Can anyone help recommend a reasonable framer near London that can frame quite a few large poster/prints that won't cost an arm and a leg. The prints have some value £1-3k but not worth taking to Darbyshire IMO, but would like hinged with a white frame no matt and UV plexi. Any help would be most welcome, the posters can be as large as 144cm x 100cm. For example I have the three Haring Montreaux 1983 posters, a couple of Lichenstein prints and a Richter screenprint poster all rather large.
He is also a member on here
www.mrframeman.co.uk/
Can anyone help recommend a reasonable framer near London that can frame quite a few large poster/prints that won't cost an arm and a leg. The prints have some value £1-3k but not worth taking to Darbyshire IMO, but would like hinged with a white frame no matt and UV plexi. Any help would be most welcome, the posters can be as large as 144cm x 100cm. For example I have the three Haring Montreaux 1983 posters, a couple of Lichenstein prints and a Richter screenprint poster all rather large. I would message Mr Frameman, plenty use him on here and he has a pickup and delivery service as well as providing top quality framing you can trust. He is also a member on here www.mrframeman.co.uk/ |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by wave on Dec 14, 2019 16:23:00 GMT 1, Can also vouch for MFM. Consistently superb framing and great service too.
Can also vouch for MFM. Consistently superb framing and great service too.
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Deleted on Dec 14, 2019 16:39:10 GMT 1, Another vote for MFM. Properly framing anything of that size won’t be cheap, but he’s very reasonable for the quality. And a lovely guy.
Another vote for MFM. Properly framing anything of that size won’t be cheap, but he’s very reasonable for the quality. And a lovely guy.
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Poster Bob on Dec 14, 2019 16:50:44 GMT 1, I have been talking to MFM about something and I think he is collecting from the London area on Thursday.
I have been talking to MFM about something and I think he is collecting from the London area on Thursday.
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Deleted on Dec 14, 2019 17:05:01 GMT 1, A lot of us use mark at Pfg.
No issues in 3 years for me. Good knowledge and good work
A lot of us use mark at Pfg.
No issues in 3 years for me. Good knowledge and good work
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Deleted on Dec 14, 2019 17:58:44 GMT 1, I have been talking to MFM about something and I think he is collecting from the London area on Thursday.
That will be my Christmas delivery. Great guy
I have been talking to MFM about something and I think he is collecting from the London area on Thursday. That will be my Christmas delivery. Great guy |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by FЯ on Dec 14, 2019 17:59:50 GMT 1, Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round.
Apart from that for modern styles and methods, top quality materials and banksy specialist use pfg.
Just check his instagram pfg242
Speaks for itself really
Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round. Apart from that for modern styles and methods, top quality materials and banksy specialist use pfg. Just check his instagram pfg242 Speaks for itself really |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Street Arted 2020 on Dec 14, 2019 18:02:20 GMT 1, Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round. Apart from that for modern styles and methods, top quality materials and banksy specialist use pfg. Just check his instagram pfg242 Speaks for itself really
Mark is very honest and trustworthy...
Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round. Apart from that for modern styles and methods, top quality materials and banksy specialist use pfg. Just check his instagram pfg242 Speaks for itself really Mark is very honest and trustworthy... |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Inknart on Dec 14, 2019 18:06:35 GMT 1, Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round. Apart from that for modern styles and methods, top quality materials and banksy specialist use pfg. Just check his instagram pfg242 Speaks for itself really Mark is very honest and trustworthy...
Agree! Located in US and Mark at PFG now does all my framing. Honest and top quality.
Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round. Apart from that for modern styles and methods, top quality materials and banksy specialist use pfg. Just check his instagram pfg242 Speaks for itself really Mark is very honest and trustworthy... Agree! Located in US and Mark at PFG now does all my framing. Honest and top quality. |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by mark1 on Dec 14, 2019 18:15:16 GMT 1, Yup pfg, never had issues and does a great job
Yup pfg, never had issues and does a great job
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Runit on Dec 14, 2019 18:21:03 GMT 1, pay £50 more and get world class framing. open your Instagram feed and actually look at the framing, I’ll give you a hint. Look at the corners and not the art. You shouldn’t be able to discern any joins and if you do then ask yourself why you’re paying for what is essentially bog standard framing using off the shelf pre moulded materials you can buy yourself off the net.
pay £50 more and get world class framing. open your Instagram feed and actually look at the framing, I’ll give you a hint. Look at the corners and not the art. You shouldn’t be able to discern any joins and if you do then ask yourself why you’re paying for what is essentially bog standard framing using off the shelf pre moulded materials you can buy yourself off the net.
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by crashwilliams on Dec 14, 2019 18:32:41 GMT 1, If you're in the South East then Louie at Altered Image (Burwash) is your man. Conservation framing, UV glass - and should you want it then he'll even finish your frame in farrow and ball paint.
Before using him I got quotes from everyone and Louie was the best by a country mile - he's just an hour and half from me, but well worth the travel.
If you're in the South East then Louie at Altered Image (Burwash) is your man. Conservation framing, UV glass - and should you want it then he'll even finish your frame in farrow and ball paint.
Before using him I got quotes from everyone and Louie was the best by a country mile - he's just an hour and half from me, but well worth the travel.
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Lroy on Dec 14, 2019 18:41:21 GMT 1, Lonely Framer is a great one !
Lonely Framer is a great one !
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by Matt on Dec 14, 2019 19:10:46 GMT 1, pay £50 more and get world class framing. open your Instagram feed and actually look at the framing, I’ll give you a hint. Look at the corners and not the art. You shouldn’t be able to discern any joins and if you do then ask yourself why you’re paying for what is essentially bog standard framing using off the shelf pre moulded materials you can buy yourself off the net.
This x 1000
Then the hinging. Using kilos of conservation tape like many “great framers” may be “conservation”....but it’s still sh*t framing with tape
A very big proportion of the names touted on here can not realistically be considered good framing
pay £50 more and get world class framing. open your Instagram feed and actually look at the framing, I’ll give you a hint. Look at the corners and not the art. You shouldn’t be able to discern any joins and if you do then ask yourself why you’re paying for what is essentially bog standard framing using off the shelf pre moulded materials you can buy yourself off the net. This x 1000 Then the hinging. Using kilos of conservation tape like many “great framers” may be “conservation”....but it’s still sh*t framing with tape A very big proportion of the names touted on here can not realistically be considered good framing |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by FЯ on Dec 14, 2019 19:51:15 GMT 1, pay £50 more and get world class framing. open your Instagram feed and actually look at the framing, I’ll give you a hint. Look at the corners and not the art. You shouldn’t be able to discern any joins and if you do then ask yourself why you’re paying for what is essentially bog standard framing using off the shelf pre moulded materials you can buy yourself off the net. This x 1000 Then the hinging. Using kilos of conservation tape like many “great framers” may be “conservation”....but it’s still sh*t framing with tape A very big proportion of the names touted on here can not realistically be considered good framing
Thats down to the customer though.
If they want to pay for mitred edges then he does them.
Most dont want to pay the extra though, not everyone has their nose up
Why dont you checkout some of his round frames then leave a comment.
http://instagram.com/p/BirZnq_gv8J
pay £50 more and get world class framing. open your Instagram feed and actually look at the framing, I’ll give you a hint. Look at the corners and not the art. You shouldn’t be able to discern any joins and if you do then ask yourself why you’re paying for what is essentially bog standard framing using off the shelf pre moulded materials you can buy yourself off the net. This x 1000 Then the hinging. Using kilos of conservation tape like many “great framers” may be “conservation”....but it’s still sh*t framing with tape A very big proportion of the names touted on here can not realistically be considered good framing Thats down to the customer though. If they want to pay for mitred edges then he does them. Most dont want to pay the extra though, not everyone has their nose up Why dont you checkout some of his round frames then leave a comment. http://instagram.com/p/BirZnq_gv8J |
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LONDON Framers • Who do you Recommend? , by sleepyl on Dec 14, 2019 20:11:14 GMT 1, Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round
Just adding my 2 cents: MFM does 30% off offers from time to time.
Only benefit to mfm is he collects but little pricey all round Just adding my 2 cents: MFM does 30% off offers from time to time. |
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