Turn-button backing clips are a practical way to hold a picture and its backing inside a frame; glazier points secure glass and artwork in suitable frames, while canvas clips attach a canvas to a frame. The keepsweat set is best for small frames needing a large supply, OPASYO adds a storage box, and PinCute offers a 100-piece metal set. Feekoon is designed for setting glazier points, and OOK clips are made for attaching canvases.
| Product | Best for | Included hardware |
|---|---|---|
| keepsweat Picture Frame Clips | Small frames and bulk repairs | 120 clips and 120 screws |
| OPASYO Turn Buttons | Organized storage | 120 clips, 120 screws, box |
| PinCute Turn Buttons | Metal backing clips in a 100-piece set | 100 clips and 100 screws |
| Feekoon Glazier Point Driver | Securing glass in suitable frames | Driver and 100 glazier points |
| OOK Canvas Frame Clips | Attaching canvas to a frame | Four steel clips |
keepsweat Picture Frame Backing Clips
This set includes 120 iron turn-button clips and 120 screws. The clips measure about 0.8 inches long and 0.34 inches wide; the screws are about 0.3 inches long. The product description says the clips have an electroplated finish intended to resist rust.
Best for: Buyers repairing several smaller frames or keeping spare fasteners on hand. Choose this set if you want metal turn buttons and the listed dimensions suit your frame. Its straightforward screw-and-turn-button design holds a frame backing in place while allowing access for photo changes.
Limitation: The description says the dimensions make these more suitable for smaller frames. Check the backing and frame depth before ordering.
OPASYO Metal Picture Frame Turn Buttons
OPASYO includes 120 black metal clips and 120 screws in a transparent storage box. The clips are about 0.8 inches long and 0.35 inches wide, and the screws are about 0.31 inches long. The painted metal surface is described as resistant to rust and corrosion.
Best for: People who want a high-count set with a container for keeping small hardware together. It is a close alternative to the keepsweat set, with a slightly wider listed clip and a storage box. Choose it for frames whose backs can accommodate the supplied screws and clip dimensions.
Limitation: The product data does not specify a special tool or installation method beyond using the included screws. Confirm that the black finish and size work with the frame.
PinCute Picture Frame Turn Button Set
This PinCute set supplies 100 iron turn-button fasteners and 100 screws. The clips measure about 2 centimeters long and 0.9 centimeters wide. The product description states that the metal has a plated surface intended to help resist rust and corrosion, and notes that the small design has little effect on a frame’s appearance.
Best for: Buyers who need a substantial quantity of metal clips but do not require the 120-piece count offered by the first two options. Choose this set when its compact size matches the frame backing and a low-profile appearance matters.
Limitation: No storage container is listed. Keep the small clips and screws organized after opening the package.
Feekoon Glazier Point Driver
Unlike turn-button clips, this kit uses a driver and 100 glazier points to secure glass in a frame. The listed method is to place the glass in the prepared frame, then use the tool to set points around the glass perimeter. The product is described as suitable for soft wood and paper frames.
Best for: Buyers assembling or repairing a frame where glass needs to be held in place by glazier points. Choose it when the frame material and construction suit this installation method, rather than when you need removable backing clips.
Limitation: The product description says it may not be suitable for plastic frames or hard wood frames. It is a different type of fastener from a turn button.
OOK Canvas Frame Clips
This package contains four steel clips made to attach canvases to picture frames. The product description highlights a tool-free attachment design and steel construction. These clips serve a different purpose from backing turn buttons: they connect a canvas to a frame rather than fastening a separate backing board.
Best for: Buyers attaching a canvas to a compatible picture frame. Choose this option when the item being secured is a canvas and you prefer clips described as tool-free to attach.
Limitation: The package contains four clips, so it is not a bulk kit for repairing many frames. The provided details do not list dimensions or explain compatibility with specific frame styles.
Buying Guide: How To Choose Frame Fasteners
What are you trying to hold in place?
Match the fastener to the frame’s construction. Turn buttons are designed to rotate over a frame backing. Glazier points hold glass in place in suitable frames. Canvas clips attach a canvas to a frame. These products are not interchangeable, so identify whether you are securing a backing board, glazing, or canvas before choosing.
Do the dimensions fit your frame?
Compare the clip length and width, screw length, and available space on the frame. The keepsweat, OPASYO, and PinCute sets list similar compact turn-button dimensions, but small differences can matter on narrow frame edges. Check that a screw can be installed without interfering with the artwork or frame construction.
How many fasteners do you need?
For repeated repairs or multiple frames, the 100- and 120-piece turn-button sets provide more clips and screws than the four-piece OOK set. OPASYO includes a storage box. For a single project, consider the type of fastener and installation method before prioritizing quantity.
Does the frame material suit the fastener?
Frame material can determine whether a fastener is appropriate. Feekoon specifically notes soft wood and paper frames and cautions against plastic and hard wood. For other products, the supplied details do not establish compatibility with every frame material, so inspect the frame and fastener requirements before installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the simplest way to hold a picture backing in a frame?
Use turn-button backing clips when the frame design allows them. Screw the clips to the frame and rotate them over the backing so it stays in place.
Are turn buttons and glazier points the same?
No. Turn buttons rotate over a backing board. Glazier points are driven into a suitable frame to hold glass in place.
Can I use canvas clips for a photo frame backing?
Canvas clips are described for attaching canvases to picture frames. They are not listed as general backing-board fasteners.
Should I check screw size before buying?
Yes. Compare the screw length and width with the frame’s available depth and the clip’s opening to help ensure the hardware fits the frame.
Which option is better for many small frame repairs?
The keepsweat and OPASYO sets each include 120 clips and 120 screws. OPASYO also lists a storage box, while keepsweat specifies dimensions suited to smaller frames.