The Chessler Company

The color blue symbolizes calmness and tranquility, although the meaning of blue is widely affected depending on the exact shade and hue. It’s often used in landscapes to represent water or sky and can be used to create a sense of serenity and relaxation.

With the addition of simple strips of wood, walls can go from basic to ornate. This new look doesn't mean you need to forgo artwork! Molding can be the perfect three-dimensional backdrop for your favorite pieces.

Incorporating art into a game room should be fun and creative. Outside of traditional framed prints, you can add wall sculptures, board games or even ping pong paddles.

Today marks an extraordinary milestone in the history of The Chessler Company - our 65th anniversary. Take a stroll with us down memory lane as we look back at our rich history that brings us to today:

After working in a local department store and seeing the need for a picture framing vendor Richard “Dick” Chessler opened The Chessler Company in July of 1959 at our first location 2911 West Belvedere Avenue in Baltimore.

In the company's early days, Dick Chessler actively managed all aspects, overseeing sales, production, and bookkeeping. His hands-on approach and entrepreneurial spirit were instrumental in establishing a foundation for The Chessler Company's success and growth.

As the company grew, Dick’s wife, Babette, juggled family and work to help with sales and bookkeeping at the frame shop.

The business continued to expand, serving art galleries, art supply stores, photographers, interior designers along with many retail clients. Needing more space, in 1961, The Chessler Company moved to its second location, 2807 W. Belvedere Avenue.

In 1971, with the framing business growing, we moved to our present location, 4211 Primrose Ave. Throughout the 1970s and 80s, wholesale sales to art galleries, interior designers and art supply stores flourished, while retail sales remained strong.

In the 1990’s our clientele expanded to include larger scale projects for healthcare systems and boutique art dealers. Dick and Babs began transitioning to working part time and spending winters in Florida. Our second generation, Howard Chessler, took over the helm of the company.

The 2000s was a time of further growth. Howard focused on the serving of clients with large scale projects in healthcare, senior living and commercial interior design. He made improvements to the production line and began offering custom installation services. Despite a slowdown in retail sales in the 2010s following the 2008 recession, The Chessler Company continued to thrive.

Our 3rd generation Howard's son, Eric (Dick's grandson), assumed leadership of The Chessler Company in 2019. Eric has infused new energy into the business with the introduction of art consultation services, installation-only services, and an expanded geographical footprint, facilitating the company's continued growth into the present day.

A room with limited horizontal wall space is the perfect space to vertically stack artwork. Installing art vertically can even give the illusion of higher ceilings.

Repurposing basketballs into artwork! We built a custom rack to display the basketballs to match the client's vision. How can we help bring your visions to life?

This goes for decorating rooms of all heights, but it’s especially important for tall spaces. If the artwork is too small, it’ll end up looking like it’s floating in outer space all by itself. Consider grouping multiple pieces and stacking them for height.

The coordination of furniture, art and other finishes should flow together and create an inviting space. To accomplish this, your art can pick up on colors and design elements from curtains and other accessories.

Magenta is the color of universal harmony and emotional balance. With a touch of color in both the carpet and artwork it helps balance this room creating instant harmony.

Minimalist gallery walls are a popular choice because they offer a clean and simple look that can fit with any home decor style. Their timeless look is both simple and beautiful, so you won’t have to worry about it going out of style anytime soon.

Hope you can get outside and enjoy this beautiful weather! Spring flowers are a natural moderator of moods and contribute to improving our emotional health. Enjoy the warm air, spring weather is finally here!

Installing art on uneven surfaces with ease. Whether a chair rail, or decorative trim we can come up with a solution for any problem making your install simple.

Did you know we can receive, unpack, inspect and store your additional art pieces? We will then deliver and install everything when you are ready. Reach out today to see how we can help on your next project!

As time sprung forward this weekend make sure you change all of your clocks!

The coordination of furniture, lighting and art should flow together to create an inviting space. To accomplish this, your art can pick up on colors and design elements from accent pillows and other accessories.

Not all spaces fit the exact measurements for a standard mirror. No worries we got you covered and can custom make a mirror to accommodate your space. Whether a salon, bathroom or mirror for a lobby; we can custom fit a mirror to your design with thousands of framing options.

Love receiving new product samples and seeing companies grow their framing collections. Just in; Spectra, Volta & Arielle by Omega Moulding

The color yellow symbolizes happiness, enlightenment, positivity and joy. It's a vibrant color that often brings a smile to our faces. Artwork with a pop of yellow can make someone feel energized, creative and inspired.

The weather may be colder but you can bring the warmth of spring into your space with images of nature. Scenic pieces focusing on the beauty of nature can be truly transporting and evoke a sense of calmness and nostalgia.

Did you know we have a blog? Check out our website for tips on how to preserve your artwork and documents.

The Art of Conservation Framing: How to Preserve Valuable Artwork and Documents - The Chessler Company Conservation framing is designed to help preserve your documents and artwork through innovative techniques and the use of high-quality materials.

A pop of color can transform the whole mood in a space. The color green evokes a feeling of abundance and is associated with refreshment and peace, rest and security.

It's not unusual for styles from another era to make a comeback, and this is certainly true of mid-century modern. Mid-century modern style flourished during the mid-20th century when post-war families began expanding into America's suburbs. Art elements include clean lines, muted tones, and organic materials.

The Chessler Company is hiring both full time and part time positions for Art Installers and Picture Framers. For the full job description and to apply, visit chesslerco.com/careers

X marks the spot! Our trusted team of installer's can let you know the perfect location, height, and layout for all of your art needs.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to tackle last years unfinished projects. The Chessler Company is here to help with all of your framing and installation needs.

Happy Holidays! Our office will be closed on Monday 12/25.

Installing artwork into brick, stone and tile and can be tough to DIY. Our experienced install team has the tools and skill to get it done with ease. Reach out today to see how we can help on your next install project.

Raise your art to new levels! No matter the challenge our team is ready to frame, install and meet all of your needs.

Secure installation is essential when hanging any mirror, and this is especially true when you install over seating or furniture. Our team of experts can ensure a stable mounting and avoid damage to the mirror and space. After all you wouldn't want seven years of bad luck!