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    Centerline Brackets Photo Contest 2025

    Rules & Guidelines

    Categories

    Entries will be judged within the following product categories:

    • Standard Bracket / Standard Plus / Forward L Bracket / Center Levered / Commercial Standard
    • Front Mount / Front Mount Plus
    • Floating Wall Mount
    • Island Bracket / Island Support System / Spanning Bracket

    Participants may enter multiple categories; custom brackets will be placed in the closest matching category.

    Official Rules

    1. Entries must be submitted under the name of the individual or business that placed the original order.
    2. Participants may submit multiple entries across multiple categories.
    3. All photos must meet the requirements listed in the Submission Guidelines.
    4. To enter, email your complete entry (photos and written statement) to [email protected] with "Photo Contest" in the subject line.
    5. Contest is void where prohibited by law or where additional licenses or taxes apply. All federal, state/provincial, and local taxes are the sole responsibility of the winners.

    Submission Guidelines

    1. All entries must be submitted digitally. Photos should be high-resolution (at least 2000px on the longest side), saved as JPG files.
    2. Each entry must include the following:
      • Two photos featuring your Centerline Brackets installation
      • One photo highlighting the installed bracket(s)
      • One "WOW" photo of the finished project
    3. A short statement (at least 25 words) about your experience with Centerline Brackets
    4. Entrant's name, address, email, and phone number

    Judging Criteria (100 points total)

    • Impact & Presentation (60 pts): Photos should be polished, professional, and marketing-worthy, with strong composition and visual appeal.
    • Photo Quality (25 pts): Clear, shar, well-lit, and high-resolution for use in social media and marketing.
    • Customer Story (15 pts): Statement adds context, personality, and inspiration that enhances the photos.

    Eligibility

    The contest is open to Centerline Brackets customers aged 18 or older residing in the United States or Canada. Both individual and business customers may submit entries. If a business entry is selected as a winner, the prize will be awarded to the company. Employees of Centerline Steel, LLC and their immediate families are not eligible to participate.

    Use and Ownership

    By entering the contest, participants confirm that they own the rights to their submitted photos and have obtained permission from any identifiable individuals. Participants grant Centerline Steel, LLC a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use their submitted photos, along with their name, hometown, and any accompanying quotes, for promotional purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, use on our website, social media channels, marketing materials, and advertising. No additional compensation will be provided.

    How to Capture Winning Photos

    • 1. Prioritize Photo Quality

      • Blurry or out-of-focus photos may disqualify your entry.
      • If you don’t have a steady hand, use a tripod or rest your camera/phone on a stable surface.
      • Ensure your lighting is bright, even, and natural when possible.

      2. Stage Your Space

      • Remove trash, tools, cleaning supplies, packaging, or construction debris from the shot.
      • Make sure outlet cover plates are installed and no loose electrical wires are visible.
      • This is especially important for the finished project photo—remember, 60% of scoring is based on commercial appeal and marketability.

      3. Add Simple Styling for Finished Photos

      • Finished project images should look clean, polished, and “magazine ready.”
      • Add a simple prop—like a bowl of fruit or a vase of flowers—to elevate the scene.
      • Clear the countertops of keys, pens, paper, or other everyday clutter.

      4. Capture the Right Angle for Maximum Impact

      • For the installed image, consider taking a close-up shot to clearly show how the bracket is mounted. These photos are often used in our installation materials or shared with new customers who want to understand what installed brackets look like.
      • Think about what your “wow” photo should be—sometimes a wider, pulled-back shot delivers stronger visual impact and showcases the full space.
      • When photographing installed Standard Plus and Forward L brackets, choose an angle that clearly shows the flange on the back of the knee wall, since front-facing shots can make these brackets look too similar to the Standard model.
      • Take multiple angles and distances, then select the versions that best balance clarity, interest, and marketability.

    FAQ’s

    Can I enter more than one category? Yes. You may enter as many categories as you have bracket styles or projects.

    Can I enter more than once in the same category? Yes. If you are an installer, kitchen designer/architect, general contractor or someone who uses the same bracket style regularly and have pictures from multiple projects, each one can be entered in the contest. Each entry must meet contest rules.

    What if I have older pictures from a previous project? There is no time frame for when your project was completed. So long as you are a verified customer and the pictures meet entry requirements we encourage you to submit them for a chance to win.