Imagine the obsticles to longevity Da Vinci had and in his wisdom for selecting wood panels. At the time he used the best he could get his hands on. The reason clearly was that wood panels stand up the best over time and the effort you put into your art can not be accidently ruined which is the case with stretched canvas. 

The Mona Lisa is on such a wood panel and your work should be on a wood panel too. These panels offer unique advantages Da Vinci would of been proud of. They are 1/2" wide and may be side painted and hung without the need of a frame. They are made of a non directional composition of wood fibre that is free of oils and resins and accepts virtually anything you want to paint on. Prepare the surface with gesso or oil priming or mount with your finest papers or canvas. A recessed hangling slot makes presentation quick and easy. Emily Margolin writes "Not only are these panels my favorite for painting on but I can carve into my creations and build up the surface unlike any other I tried!" They are unconditionally guaranteed to meet with you complete satisfaction. They are the only unprimed panels Creative Mark could find that meets its rigid quality and value requirements. Minimum of 6 Assorted Panels is required per order.