1/8’’ Thick birch board is joined to the 5/8’’ depth cradle with a strong adhesive, eliminating the need for staples, nails that would mar the smooth, flat surface of the panel Hard-surfaced and sanded wood board will not easily stretch, flex or bend like traditional canvas Ideal for painting, dry mounting prints, pouring, collage, photo transfer, craft, wood burning and other mixed media Structured and smooth unfinished cradle boards is suitable for everyone who likes painting, especially for beginners Because the face of the panel is made from real birch wood, the natural grain is visible on each and every panel, making them all beautifully unique