Category: Gallery Displays

How to Display China in Glass Cabinets: 8 Tips

 If you thought selecting a set of china from so many beautiful choices was a difficult decision, try storing and displaying the collection. Where’s the best place to display china? Do you display the entire collection? Can you stack plates? Hang teacups? Fine china needs to be handled differently than your everyday dinnerware, and it should be stored separately as well. A glass cabinet, be it a hutch or in a built-in, is your best bet. The glass protects your china while allowing you to show it off in style. Whether you’re storing it for your next special occasion or safekeeping it for the next generation, here’s how to display china in a glass cabinet.

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6 Gridwall Display Ideas

hanging hats is a very commonly used gridwall display idea

Gridwall displays are a popular choice for retailers to display products. And it’s really no wonder. They are one of the most versatile and cost-effective ways to display a lot of merchandise in a small amount of space. They can be free-standing or mounted to a wall to display merchandise using shelves, bins, or hooks—all accessories that can easily accommodate whatever you want to display. Plus, they can be used indoors or out, transported, and set up easily, and even used as a two-sided display to double your display space. What’s more, beyond the traditional retail environment, gridwalls are a space-saving solution for mobile use too, such as craft fairs, art shows, pop-up shops, and more. Keep reading for six gridwall display ideas that will work in many different retail scenarios. 

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How to Hang a Gallery Wall Like a Pro

Woman hanging a gallery wall at her home

A gallery wall is more than just an arrangement of framed artwork; it’s a statement, a focal point that elevates the ambiance of any room. This curated collage of images brings personality, depth, and sophistication to your living space, transforming a blank wall into a captivating showcase of your personal memories or brand identity. Whether you’re a marketing professional or a novice DIY enthusiast, figuring out how to hang a gallery wall can seem daunting. But with the right tools, techniques, and a touch of creativity, you’ll be able to create a professional-looking presentation that rivals an art gallery display.

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What is a Shadowbox Frame: A Guide to Preserving Memories

Butterflies in a shadowbox frame

What Is a Shadowbox Frame?

Have you ever wanted to capture a special memory, achievement, or announcement in a way that feels particularly elevated and interesting? Few methods are as visually captivating as utilizing shadowbox frames. But what is a shadowbox frame exactly, and what kind of impact can it make? These unique framed displays offer a three-dimensional space to showcase and preserve a range of different items, allowing you to create a personalized piece of art that tells a story.

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How to Clean Acrylic Picture Frames

Clean acrylic picture frames hanging on a wall

Whether you are hanging art in a retail environment or creating a gallery wall at home, there are plenty of things to consider when choosing frames. However, beyond the aesthetics of your that choice, there is a practical choice to make—whether to use glass or acrylic covers for your art. It’s no surprise that we favor acrylic picture frames at ShopPOPdisplays, but there are some good reasons you should favor it for your projects, too. Below, in addition to discussing how to choose one of our frames, we’ll talk about a few benefits of acrylic and then discuss in more detail one benefit in particular: how to clean acrylic picture frames. 

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How To Protect and Display Your Pokémon Cards

Assortment of packs of Pokemon trading cards.

Nearly 10 billion Pokémon cards were sold worldwide in the 2022/2023 fiscal year. People buy the cards for many reasons—as an investment, to grow a childhood collection, to create a new collection based on nostalgia for the franchise, and to build decks and battle against others in competitive play. 

What’s more, certain cards—especially rare ones—can command a serious price tag. For example, mint condition, 1st edition Charizard from the 1990s is valued at $420,000.  But no matter the reason for the hobby, you want to ensure your collection is handled safely to maintain its value (monetary or sentimental). That’s where Pokémon card display ideas come in. There are a variety of display boxes and cases to help store your cards depending on the purpose of your collection. But, first, let’s discuss the care and handling of the cards. 

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