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\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n AL Framing | Custom Frames & Printing Services<\/title>\r\n <script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.tailwindcss.com\"><\/script>\r\n <link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:ital,wght@0,400;0,600;0,700;1,400&family=Inter:wght@300;400;500;600&display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\r\n <script>\r\n tailwind.config = {\r\n theme: {\r\n extend: {\r\n fontFamily: {\r\n sans: ['Inter', 'sans-serif'],\r\n serif: ['Playfair Display', 'serif'],\r\n },\r\n colors: {\r\n white: '#ffffff',\r\n black: '#000000',\r\n gray: {\r\n 50: '#f9fafb',\r\n 100: '#f3f4f6',\r\n 200: '#e5e7eb',\r\n 300: '#d1d5db',\r\n 400: '#9ca3af',\r\n 500: '#6b7280',\r\n 600: '#4b5563',\r\n 700: '#374151',\r\n 800: '#1f2937',\r\n 900: '#111827',\r\n }\r\n }\r\n }\r\n }\r\n }\r\n <\/script>\r\n <style>\r\n \/* Smooth scrolling for anchor links *\/\r\n html { scroll-behavior: smooth; }\r\n \/* Minimalist scrollbar to match WP elegance *\/\r\n ::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 8px; 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class=\"mt-12 flex justify-center gap-4\">\r\n <a href=\"#categories\" class=\"bg-black text-white px-8 py-3 rounded-sm border-2 border-black shadow-lg shadow-gray-400 hover:bg-gray-800 hover:shadow-xl transition-all font-medium\">Explore Services<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"bg-white text-black px-8 py-3 rounded-sm border-2 border-gray-300 shadow-lg shadow-gray-200 hover:bg-gray-50 hover:border-gray-400 hover:shadow-xl transition-all font-medium\">Contact Us<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"mt-20 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">\r\n <blockquote class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-8 text-left relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none\"><\/div>\r\n <p class=\"text-xl italic font-serif text-gray-800 relative z-10\">\r\n \"For I know the plans I have for you,\u201d declares the Lord, \u201cplans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.\"\r\n <\/p>\r\n <footer class=\"mt-4 text-sm font-semibold text-gray-500 uppercase tracking-wider relative z-10\">\u2014 Jeremiah 29:11<\/footer>\r\n <\/blockquote>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- Standard Sizes Banner (Extra Section for Context) -->\r\n <section class=\"bg-white border-y-4 border-gray-100 shadow-md py-8 relative z-20\">\r\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\r\n <div class=\"flex flex-wrap justify-center items-center gap-x-12 gap-y-4 text-sm font-medium text-gray-500 uppercase tracking-widest\">\r\n <span class=\"flex items-center gap-2\"><svg class=\"w-4 h-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Standard A1 - A6 Sizes<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"flex items-center gap-2\"><svg class=\"w-4 h-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> All Canvas Dimensions<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"flex items-center gap-2\"><svg class=\"w-4 h-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> 100+ Bulk Orders Accepted<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- Categories Section -->\r\n <section id=\"categories\" class=\"py-24 bg-white\">\r\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\r\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16\">\r\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-serif font-bold text-black\">Our Collections<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"mt-4 text-gray-500\">Discover our range of framing and printing solutions<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-3 gap-8\">\r\n <!-- Mirror Frames -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-lg shadow-gray-200 p-8 flex flex-col items-center text-center group hover:border-gray-300 hover:shadow-2xl transition-all duration-300 relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-50 pointer-events-none group-hover:border-gray-200 transition-colors\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"w-16 h-16 bg-gray-50 rounded-full flex items-center justify-center shadow-inner mb-6 border-2 border-gray-200 relative z-10\">\r\n <!-- Mirror SVG Icon -->\r\n <svg class=\"w-8 h-8 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M12 22c5.523 0 10-4.477 10-10S17.523 2 12 2 2 6.477 2 12s4.477 10 10 10z\"><\/path><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M8 12a4 4 0 018 0\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-3 font-serif relative z-10\">Mirror Frames<\/h3>\r\n <p class=\"text-gray-600 mb-8 flex-grow text-sm relative z-10\">Elegant, high-quality mirror frames that add depth and sophistication to any room.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"#shop-mirrors\" class=\"w-full bg-white text-black border-2 border-gray-200 px-6 py-2 rounded-sm shadow-md hover:bg-gray-50 hover:border-gray-400 transition-all font-medium relative z-10\">Shop Mirrors<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Custom Frames -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-lg shadow-gray-200 p-8 flex flex-col items-center text-center group hover:border-gray-300 hover:shadow-2xl transition-all duration-300 relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-50 pointer-events-none group-hover:border-gray-200 transition-colors\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"w-16 h-16 bg-gray-50 rounded-full flex items-center justify-center shadow-inner mb-6 border-2 border-gray-200 relative z-10\">\r\n <!-- Frame SVG Icon -->\r\n <svg class=\"w-8 h-8 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/rect><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 9h18M9 21V9\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-3 font-serif relative z-10\">Custom Frames<\/h3>\r\n <p class=\"text-gray-600 mb-8 flex-grow text-sm relative z-10\">Tailor-made frames in various styles and colors to perfectly match your artwork and decor.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"#shop-custom\" class=\"w-full bg-white text-black border-2 border-gray-200 px-6 py-2 rounded-sm shadow-md hover:bg-gray-50 hover:border-gray-400 transition-all font-medium relative z-10\">Shop Custom Frames<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Printing Services -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-lg shadow-gray-200 p-8 flex flex-col items-center text-center group hover:border-gray-300 hover:shadow-2xl transition-all duration-300 relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-50 pointer-events-none group-hover:border-gray-200 transition-colors\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"w-16 h-16 bg-gray-50 rounded-full flex items-center justify-center shadow-inner mb-6 border-2 border-gray-200 relative z-10\">\r\n <!-- Printer SVG Icon -->\r\n <svg class=\"w-8 h-8 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M17 17h2a2 2 0 002-2v-4a2 2 0 00-2-2H5a2 2 0 00-2 2v4a2 2 0 002 2h2m2 4h6a2 2 0 002-2v-4a2 2 0 00-2-2H9a2 2 0 00-2 2v4a2 2 0 002 2zm8-12V5a2 2 0 00-2-2H9a2 2 0 00-2 2v4h10z\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-3 font-serif relative z-10\">Printing Services<\/h3>\r\n <p class=\"text-gray-600 mb-8 flex-grow text-sm relative z-10\">High-resolution printing on canvas and various premium materials for stunning visual impact.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"w-full bg-black text-white border-2 border-black px-6 py-2 rounded-sm shadow-md hover:bg-gray-800 hover:shadow-lg transition-all font-medium relative z-10\">Inquire Now<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- Canvas Print & Stretch Pricing Section -->\r\n <section class=\"py-24 bg-gray-50 border-t border-gray-200\">\r\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\r\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16\">\r\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-serif font-bold text-black\">Canvas Print & Stretch<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"mt-4 text-gray-500\">Premium quality canvases, printed and stretched to perfection.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 lg:grid-cols-2 gap-16 items-start\">\r\n <!-- Pricing Table -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-8 relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-6 font-serif border-b-2 border-black pb-2 relative z-10\">Pricing (Standard Sizes)<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"overflow-x-auto relative z-10\">\r\n <table class=\"w-full text-left border-collapse\">\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr class=\"bg-gray-200 text-black text-sm uppercase tracking-wider\">\r\n <th class=\"p-3 border border-gray-300 font-bold\">Size<\/th>\r\n <th class=\"p-3 border border-gray-300 font-bold\">Dimensions<\/th>\r\n <th class=\"p-3 border border-gray-300 font-bold text-right\">Price<\/th>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody class=\"text-gray-700 text-sm\">\r\n <tr class=\"hover:bg-gray-50 transition-colors\">\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 font-bold text-black\">A0<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200\">841 x 1189 mm<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 text-right font-bold text-black\">R1079<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"bg-gray-50 hover:bg-gray-100 transition-colors\">\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 font-bold text-black\">A1<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200\">594 x 841 mm<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 text-right font-bold text-black\">R799<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"hover:bg-gray-50 transition-colors\">\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 font-bold text-black\">A2<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200\">420 x 594 mm<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 text-right font-bold text-black\">R550<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"bg-gray-50 hover:bg-gray-100 transition-colors\">\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 font-bold text-black\">A3<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200\">297 x 420 mm<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 text-right font-bold text-black\">R367<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"hover:bg-gray-50 transition-colors\">\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 font-bold text-black\">A4<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200\">210 x 297 mm<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 text-right font-bold text-black\">R262<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"bg-gray-50 hover:bg-gray-100 transition-colors\">\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 font-bold text-black\">A5<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200\">148 x 210 mm<\/td>\r\n <td class=\"p-3 border border-gray-200 text-right font-bold text-black\">R199<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Edge Options -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-8 relative h-full flex flex-col justify-center\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-8 font-serif border-b-2 border-black pb-2 relative z-10 text-center\">Canvas Edge Options<\/h3>\r\n \r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-3 gap-2 sm:gap-4 relative z-10\">\r\n <!-- White Edge -->\r\n <div class=\"flex flex-col items-center\">\r\n <div class=\"w-12 h-24 sm:w-16 sm:h-32 bg-white border-l-4 border-y-4 border-gray-200 shadow-[inset_-4px_0_10px_rgba(0,0,0,0.05),-10px_10px_15px_-3px_rgba(0,0,0,0.1)] mb-4 transform -rotate-12 hover:-rotate-6 transition-transform\"><\/div>\r\n <span class=\"text-sm font-medium text-gray-700 text-center\">White Edge<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n <!-- Image Wrap -->\r\n <div class=\"flex flex-col items-center\">\r\n <div class=\"w-12 h-24 sm:w-16 sm:h-32 bg-[url('https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1579783902614-a3fb3927b6a5?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&auto=format&fit=crop&w=100&q=80')] bg-cover bg-center shadow-[inset_-4px_0_10px_rgba(0,0,0,0.3),-10px_10px_15px_-3px_rgba(0,0,0,0.1)] border-l-4 border-y-4 border-gray-400 mb-4 transform -rotate-12 hover:-rotate-6 transition-transform grayscale\"><\/div>\r\n <span class=\"text-sm font-medium text-gray-700 text-center\">Image Wrap<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Black Edge -->\r\n <div class=\"flex flex-col items-center\">\r\n <div class=\"w-12 h-24 sm:w-16 sm:h-32 bg-black border-l-4 border-y-4 border-gray-800 shadow-[inset_-4px_0_10px_rgba(255,255,255,0.1),-10px_10px_15px_-3px_rgba(0,0,0,0.2)] mb-4 transform -rotate-12 hover:-rotate-6 transition-transform\"><\/div>\r\n <span class=\"text-sm font-medium text-gray-700 text-center\">Black Edge<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- Gallery \/ Recent Work Section -->\r\n <section class=\"py-24 bg-white border-t border-gray-200\">\r\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\r\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16\">\r\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-serif font-bold text-black\">Our Craftsmanship<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"mt-4 text-gray-500\">A selection of our recent bespoke framing and printing projects<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Gallery Grid -->\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-8 lg:gap-12\">\r\n \r\n <!-- Gallery Item 1 -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-4 relative group\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"relative overflow-hidden bg-gray-100 aspect-[4\/5] border border-gray-200 shadow-inner\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1513519245088-0e12902e5a38?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80\" alt=\"Custom Frame Project 1\" class=\"w-full h-full object-cover grayscale group-hover:grayscale-0 group-hover:scale-105 transition-all duration-700 ease-in-out\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Gallery Item 2 -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-4 relative group\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"relative overflow-hidden bg-gray-100 aspect-[4\/5] border border-gray-200 shadow-inner\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1582555172866-f73bb12a2ab4?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80\" alt=\"Custom Frame Project 2\" class=\"w-full h-full object-cover grayscale group-hover:grayscale-0 group-hover:scale-105 transition-all duration-700 ease-in-out\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Gallery Item 3 -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-4 relative group\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"relative overflow-hidden bg-gray-100 aspect-[4\/5] border border-gray-200 shadow-inner\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1579783902614-a3fb3927b6a5?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80\" alt=\"Custom Frame Project 3\" class=\"w-full h-full object-cover grayscale group-hover:grayscale-0 group-hover:scale-105 transition-all duration-700 ease-in-out\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Gallery Item 4 -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-4 relative group\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"relative overflow-hidden bg-gray-100 aspect-[4\/5] border border-gray-200 shadow-inner\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1577083552431-6e5fd01988ec?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80\" alt=\"Custom Frame Project 4\" class=\"w-full h-full object-cover grayscale group-hover:grayscale-0 group-hover:scale-105 transition-all duration-700 ease-in-out\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Gallery Item 5 -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-4 relative group lg:mt-8\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"relative overflow-hidden bg-gray-100 aspect-[4\/5] border border-gray-200 shadow-inner\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1507643179773-3e975d7ac515?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80\" alt=\"Custom Frame Project 5\" class=\"w-full h-full object-cover grayscale group-hover:grayscale-0 group-hover:scale-105 transition-all duration-700 ease-in-out\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Gallery Item 6 -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-xl shadow-gray-200 p-4 relative group lg:mt-8\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"relative overflow-hidden bg-gray-100 aspect-[4\/5] border border-gray-200 shadow-inner\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1605721911519-3dfeb3be25e7?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80\" alt=\"Custom Frame Project 6\" class=\"w-full h-full object-cover grayscale group-hover:grayscale-0 group-hover:scale-105 transition-all duration-700 ease-in-out\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"mt-16 text-center\">\r\n <p class=\"text-sm text-gray-400 italic mb-4\">* Hover over frames to view details in color<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"#shop\" class=\"inline-flex items-center font-medium text-black border-b-2 border-black pb-1 hover:text-gray-600 hover:border-gray-600 transition-colors\">\r\n Browse all available styles <svg class=\"w-4 h-4 ml-2\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M14 5l7 7m0 0l-7 7m7-7H3\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- Pros vs Cons Informational Block -->\r\n <section class=\"py-24 bg-gray-50 border-y border-gray-200\">\r\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 lg:grid-cols-2 gap-16 items-center\">\r\n <div>\r\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-serif font-bold text-black mb-6\">Why Choose Custom Over Imported?<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"text-gray-600 mb-6 leading-relaxed\">\r\n When it comes to preserving your memories, the quality of the frame matters. Mass-produced, imported frames might seem convenient, but they often cut corners on materials and longevity. \r\n <\/p>\r\n <p class=\"text-gray-600 mb-8 leading-relaxed\">\r\n At AL Framing, our custom frames are built to last decades, not just a season. We use premium, sturdy materials tailored to protect and elevate your artwork, ensuring it remains beautiful for generations.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"inline-flex items-center font-medium text-black border-b-2 border-black pb-1 hover:text-gray-600 hover:border-gray-600 transition-colors\">\r\n Request a custom quote <svg class=\"w-4 h-4 ml-2\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M14 5l7 7m0 0l-7 7m7-7H3\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bg-white border-4 border-gray-100 shadow-2xl shadow-gray-200 p-8 sm:p-10 relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 gap-8 relative z-10\">\r\n <!-- Custom Pros -->\r\n <div>\r\n <h4 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-black mb-4 flex items-center border-b-2 border-gray-200 pb-2\">\r\n <svg class=\"w-5 h-5 text-black mr-2\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n AL Custom Frames\r\n <\/h4>\r\n <ul class=\"space-y-3 text-sm text-gray-600\">\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2 text-black\">\u2022<\/span> Built to last decades<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2 text-black\">\u2022<\/span> High-quality solid materials<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2 text-black\">\u2022<\/span> Premium glass for clarity & protection<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2 text-black\">\u2022<\/span> Exact measurements for a perfect fit<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2 text-black\">\u2022<\/span> Endless customization options<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <!-- Imported Cons -->\r\n <div>\r\n <h4 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-gray-400 mb-4 flex items-center border-b-2 border-gray-100 pb-2\">\r\n <svg class=\"w-5 h-5 text-gray-400 mr-2\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M6 18L18 6M6 6l12 12\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n Imported Frames\r\n <\/h4>\r\n <ul class=\"space-y-3 text-sm text-gray-400\">\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2\">\u2022<\/span> Often made of flimsy plastic<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2\">\u2022<\/span> Degrades and warps over time<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2\">\u2022<\/span> Easily scratched acrylic\/plastic fronts<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2\">\u2022<\/span> Rigid, standard sizing only<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-start\"><span class=\"mr-2\">\u2022<\/span> Limited standard color choices<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- Specializations & Corporate Section -->\r\n <section class=\"py-16 bg-white border-b border-gray-200\">\r\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 gap-12 items-center\">\r\n <!-- We Specialize In -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-gray-50 border-4 border-gray-100 p-8 sm:p-10 shadow-lg relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"text-2xl font-serif font-bold text-black mb-6 border-b-2 border-black pb-2 inline-block relative z-10 uppercase tracking-wide\">We Specialize In:<\/h2>\r\n <ul class=\"grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 gap-y-4 gap-x-6 text-gray-700 font-medium relative z-10\">\r\n <li class=\"flex items-center\"><svg class=\"w-5 h-5 mr-3 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Photo framing<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-center\"><svg class=\"w-5 h-5 mr-3 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Canvases<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-center\"><svg class=\"w-5 h-5 mr-3 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Diamond dot Framing<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-center\"><svg class=\"w-5 h-5 mr-3 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Mirrors<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-center\"><svg class=\"w-5 h-5 mr-3 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Puzzle framing<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"flex items-center\"><svg class=\"w-5 h-5 mr-3 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Certificate framing<\/li>\r\n <li class=\"col-span-full mt-4 text-lg font-bold text-black border-t-2 border-gray-200 pt-4 text-center sm:text-left\">And many more!<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Corporate Orders -->\r\n <div class=\"text-center md:text-left p-4 sm:p-8\">\r\n <h2 class=\"text-2xl font-serif font-bold text-black mb-4\">Corporate & Large Volume Orders<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"text-gray-600 mb-8 max-w-xl mx-auto md:mx-0\">\r\n Whether you are outfitting a gallery, decorating a hotel, or supplying an office building, we are fully equipped to handle large-scale orders of 100+ frames with consistent quality and precision.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"bg-white text-black border-2 border-gray-300 px-8 py-3 rounded-sm shadow-lg shadow-gray-200 hover:bg-gray-50 hover:border-gray-400 hover:shadow-xl transition-all font-medium inline-block\">Discuss Your Project<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- Contact Section -->\r\n <section id=\"contact\" class=\"py-24 bg-gray-50 border-t border-gray-200\">\r\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8\">\r\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16\">\r\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-serif font-bold text-black\">Get in Touch<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"mt-4 text-gray-500\">Have a custom request or bulk order? Reach out to us below.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-0 bg-white shadow-2xl shadow-gray-300 border-4 border-gray-100 relative\">\r\n <div class=\"absolute inset-2 border border-gray-100 pointer-events-none z-20\"><\/div>\r\n \r\n <!-- Contact Form -->\r\n <div class=\"lg:col-span-2 p-8 sm:p-12 relative z-10\">\r\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-6 font-serif\">Send a Message<\/h3>\r\n <form id=\"contactForm\" onsubmit=\"event.preventDefault(); document.getElementById('formSuccess').classList.remove('hidden'); this.reset();\" class=\"space-y-6\">\r\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 gap-6\">\r\n <div>\r\n <label for=\"name\" class=\"block text-sm font-medium text-gray-700 mb-1\">Full Name<\/label>\r\n <input type=\"text\" id=\"name\" required class=\"w-full border-2 border-gray-200 shadow-inner p-3 rounded-sm focus:ring-0 focus:border-black outline-none bg-gray-50 focus:bg-white transition-colors\" placeholder=\"John Doe\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <label for=\"email\" class=\"block text-sm font-medium text-gray-700 mb-1\">Email Address<\/label>\r\n <input type=\"email\" id=\"email\" required class=\"w-full border-2 border-gray-200 shadow-inner p-3 rounded-sm focus:ring-0 focus:border-black outline-none bg-gray-50 focus:bg-white transition-colors\" placeholder=\"john@example.com\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <label for=\"subject\" class=\"block text-sm font-medium text-gray-700 mb-1\">Subject<\/label>\r\n <select id=\"subject\" class=\"w-full border-2 border-gray-200 shadow-inner p-3 rounded-sm focus:ring-0 focus:border-black outline-none bg-gray-50 focus:bg-white transition-colors\">\r\n <option>General Inquiry<\/option>\r\n <option>Custom Frame Quote<\/option>\r\n <option>Printing Services<\/option>\r\n <option>Bulk Order (100+)<\/option>\r\n <\/select>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <label for=\"message\" class=\"block text-sm font-medium text-gray-700 mb-1\">Message<\/label>\r\n <textarea id=\"message\" rows=\"5\" required class=\"w-full border-2 border-gray-200 shadow-inner p-3 rounded-sm focus:ring-0 focus:border-black outline-none bg-gray-50 focus:bg-white transition-colors\" placeholder=\"Tell us about your project...\"><\/textarea>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <button type=\"submit\" class=\"w-full bg-black text-white border-2 border-black px-6 py-4 rounded-sm shadow-lg hover:bg-gray-800 hover:shadow-xl transition-all font-bold tracking-wide uppercase text-sm\">\r\n Send Message\r\n <\/button>\r\n \r\n <!-- Success Message -->\r\n <div id=\"formSuccess\" class=\"hidden mt-4 p-4 bg-gray-50 border-2 border-black shadow-md text-black text-sm\">\r\n Thank you! Your message has been sent successfully. We will get back to you shortly.\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/form>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Contact Block Info -->\r\n <div class=\"bg-gray-50 p-8 sm:p-12 border-t lg:border-t-0 lg:border-l-4 border-gray-100 flex flex-col justify-center relative z-10\">\r\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-8 font-serif border-b-2 border-gray-200 pb-2\">Contact Information<\/h3>\r\n \r\n <div class=\"space-y-6\">\r\n <!-- Email -->\r\n <div class=\"flex items-start\">\r\n <div class=\"flex-shrink-0 mt-1\">\r\n <svg class=\"w-5 h-5 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M3 8l7.89 5.26a2 2 0 002.22 0L21 8M5 19h14a2 2 0 002-2V7a2 2 0 00-2-2H5a2 2 0 00-2 2v10a2 2 0 002 2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ml-4\">\r\n <p class=\"text-xs font-bold text-gray-500 uppercase tracking-wider mb-1\">Email Us<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"mailto:info@alframing.co.za\" class=\"text-black font-medium hover:text-gray-600 transition-colors\">info@alframing.co.za<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Phone -->\r\n <div class=\"flex items-start\">\r\n <div class=\"flex-shrink-0 mt-1\">\r\n <svg class=\"w-5 h-5 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M3 5a2 2 0 012-2h3.28a1 1 0 01.948.684l1.498 4.493a1 1 0 01-.502 1.21l-2.257 1.13a11.042 11.042 0 005.516 5.516l1.13-2.257a1 1 0 011.21-.502l4.493 1.498a1 1 0 01.684.949V19a2 2 0 01-2 2h-1C9.716 21 3 14.284 3 6V5z\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ml-4\">\r\n <p class=\"text-xs font-bold text-gray-500 uppercase tracking-wider mb-1\">Call Us<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"tel:+27798668935\" class=\"text-black font-medium hover:text-gray-600 transition-colors\">079 866 8935<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- WhatsApp -->\r\n <div class=\"flex items-start\">\r\n <div class=\"flex-shrink-0 mt-1\">\r\n <svg class=\"w-5 h-5 text-black\" fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12.031 0C5.385 0 0 5.388 0 12.04c0 2.122.552 4.148 1.6 5.945L.234 23.36l5.503-1.442a12.022 12.022 0 006.294 1.761h.004c6.645 0 12.03-5.389 12.03-12.042C24.066 5.388 18.679 0 12.031 0zm0 21.656h-.003c-1.8 0-3.565-.482-5.111-1.397l-.367-.217-3.8.995.996-3.704-.239-.379a9.997 9.997 0 01-1.528-5.267c0-5.513 4.489-10.006 10.009-10.006 5.518 0 10.007 4.492 10.007 10.005 0 5.515-4.488 10.005-10.007 10.005zm5.496-7.509c-.301-.151-1.785-.882-2.062-.983-.277-.101-.479-.151-.68.15-.202.302-.781.984-.957 1.185-.177.201-.354.227-.655.076-1.503-.755-2.617-1.353-3.64-3.136-.217-.378.109-.345.397-.923.076-.151.038-.277-.019-.428-.057-.151-.68-1.637-.932-2.241-.245-.589-.495-.509-.68-.519l-.579-.01c-.202 0-.529.076-.806.378-.277.302-1.058 1.033-1.058 2.518s1.083 2.92 1.234 3.121c.151.201 2.128 3.249 5.155 4.553 2.052.884 2.825.967 3.863.81 1.154-.176 3.42-1.396 3.9-2.744.478-1.349.478-2.506.335-2.745-.143-.24-.529-.391-.83-.541z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ml-4\">\r\n <p class=\"text-xs font-bold text-gray-500 uppercase tracking-wider mb-1\">WhatsApp<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/27798668935\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-black font-medium hover:text-gray-600 transition-colors\">079 866 8935<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- Address -->\r\n <div class=\"flex items-start pt-4 border-t border-gray-200\">\r\n <div class=\"flex-shrink-0 mt-1\">\r\n <svg class=\"w-5 h-5 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M17.657 16.657L13.414 20.9a1.998 1.998 0 01-2.827 0l-4.244-4.243a8 8 0 1111.314 0z\"><\/path><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M15 11a3 3 0 11-6 0 3 3 0 016 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ml-4\">\r\n <p class=\"text-xs font-bold text-gray-500 uppercase tracking-wider mb-1\">Address<\/p>\r\n <p class=\"text-black text-sm leading-relaxed\">\r\n 82 Kroonarend Rd,<br>\r\n Witkopdorp (Daleside),<br>\r\n Meyerton\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n <!-- Hours -->\r\n <div class=\"flex items-start pt-4 border-t border-gray-200\">\r\n <div class=\"flex-shrink-0 mt-1\">\r\n <svg class=\"w-5 h-5 text-black\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ml-4 w-full\">\r\n <p class=\"text-xs font-bold text-gray-500 uppercase tracking-wider mb-2\">Business Hours<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"text-sm text-black space-y-1 w-full\">\r\n <li class=\"flex justify-between\"><span>Mon - 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