Custom framing and an original art gallery serving the Dallas area since 1992. John M. Kochan bring three decades of craft to every piece you bring through the door.
Ideal Frames & Art Gallery has been serving the Dallas area since 1992. When John M. Kochan took over, they didn't just continue the business — they deepened its commitment to quality, personal service, and the belief that every piece deserves a frame worthy of it.
Hand-selected mouldings — metal, reclaimed wood, fine new finishes — fitted to your piece. Photographs, original artwork, prints, textiles, and diplomas. Built by hand in our Richardson studio.
Learn More →We deliver your finished piece and hang it — measured, leveled, and placed exactly where it belongs. No guesswork, no nail holes in the wrong place.
Learn More →Sports memorabilia, military medals, wedding keepsakes — we build the box around what matters. Display it properly, protect it for life.
Learn More →Need it fast? We accommodate rush orders. Call John directly and we'll make it work for your timeline.
Learn More →UV-coated glass, acid-free mats, and archival mounting for heirlooms and signed works meant to last for generations.
Learn More →Not sure what fits the room? We have connections throughout Dallas galleries and can help you source original works to complement your space.
Learn More →Try different mouldings, mat colors, and sizes — all before we cut a single thing.
Walk in during business hours or call John ahead. We look at the piece and listen before we recommend anything.
Mon–Sat 10–6Real moulding corners and mat samples against your actual piece. You see how the finished frame will look before we cut anything.
In-person consultEvery frame is cut, joined, and assembled by hand in our S Coit Rd studio. Quality materials, no shortcuts.
On-site productionWe deliver and install your finished piece — hung, leveled, and ready to admire. We stand behind every job.
White-glove delivery“Great selection of frames and art. Very good individual attention to each customer. All work done in house. Will deliver and hang art no charge. Can do frame restorations. Really nice guys!”
“I am very pleased with the beautiful matted and framed watercolor I now have after being helped by John at Ideal Frames. The painting was old, dry, damaged by time and improper storage, but after he worked his magic it's returned to its original glory. I highly recommend Ideal Frames and will return with more projects.”
Walk in Monday through Saturday, or call John to arrange dedicated time for larger projects. We're at Suite 38 on South Coit Road in Richardson.