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PICTURE FRAMING: STANDARD SIZES AND GENERAL GUIDELINES |
This useful guide is intended to answer all your questions about standard frame and paper sizes, canvas print guidelines, general guidelines about window mats, the how and why of different hanging hardware, and basic thicknesses of frame content materials. |
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STANDARD FRAME AND MAT SIZES |
Standard frame sizes (8 x 10', for example) are those you can find in your local craft or department store. While custom frame businesses are more often called upon to create uncommon sizes (such as 19.5 x 22'), they are also a useful source for frame face widths you might not find down the isle, such as an 8 x 10' frame that is 4' wide. Many standard frames also come with a mat. This allows the buyer to use the frame as two different sizes: one larger size without the mat, and a smaller size with the mat in place. An 8 x 10' standard frame may come with a 1-1/2' mat, which allows you to frame a 5 x 7' image as well. NOTE: The mat opening will be slightly smaller than the suggested picture size. This allows the mat to overlap the image slightly, holding it behind the frame. Generally, the mat will cover 1/4' on each side of the image. So, a mat for a 5 x 7' picture will have an opening of 4.5 x 6.5'. Standard Frame and Mat Sizes in Inches
There are other important measurements for frames, besides the dimensions. You may want to know the face width, rabbet depth, or overall depth. When you order a custom picture frame you will see all these measurements outlined in a graphic within the order page. DIMENSIONS AND FRACTIONSWhen measuring the artwork dimentions for ordering a custom frame, it is important to record very exact measurements, down to 1/16 of an inch. These specifics can be recorded as fractions or decimals (for instance: 7.75 x 9.75 or 7-3/4 x 9-3/4):
| Standard frame and mat pairs offer two size options This graphic is shown on each frame's order page |
MORE ON MATS |
There are many things to consider when choosing a mat for your frame. You must select the best shade (there are hundreds of 'whites' out there), the best depth, the best width - and this is determined by both the frame and the artwork. You must decide if you want a double or triple mat, a French Cut mat, or a textured mat. If you have purchased a less expensive standard frame, the mat within may be low quality. It is also possible you require that frame size but a different mat opening. In that case, we are happy to cut a custom mat to fit in your standard frame. Place your order from our Custom Cut Matboards page. For more information on these different choices, you can read these articles: Though matboard is available in hundreds of colors, a white mat is the most common choice. One of those many different shades is bound to work with your photograph or artwork. And if it doesn't, extending your search to grays and creams will generate a suitable result. BOTTOM WEIGHTINGA quick note on bottom weighting, which is discussed in more detail in Choosing a Mat Size. Bottom weighting is the traditional mat style practice of making the bottom arm of the mat slightly wider than the other three. The style originated when artwork was hung high on the wall, tilted down. An optical illusion created when the viewer was gazing up made the bottom arm of the mat appear thinner, though it was the same size. To compensate, the framer would make that arm 10-20% wider. Today, most art is hung at eye level, and the optical illusion is a thing of the past (some some museums). Some framers may encourage the style, while others have moved away from it, but the choice to bottom-weight is entirely at the discression of the buyer. If the correlation between the frame size and the image size means even measurements on all sides is not possible, bottom-weighting is a way to avoid disparate dimensions. (For instance: if you are fitting a 10 x 11' image into a 16x20' frame, you can avoid a mat that is 2' on the sides and 2.5' on the top and bottom by making the top and sides 2' and the bottom 3'.) | Evenly-weighted mat border Bottom-weighted mat border |
FLOATER FRAME STYLES |
Floater frames are a relatively new convention in the long history of picture framing. Primarily used for stretched canvas or wood block artwork, they are also an option for plaques and rectangular ceramic or clay reliefs. Because the floater frame overlap the artwork from behind rather than in front (like the lip of a traditional frame), the arrangement of the pieces differs slightly. A floater frame is cut to be slightly larger than the dimensions of the canvas, so there is a gap between the outside of the art and the inside of the frame. Stair Step and Tapered floater frames force this gap, while the L-shaped variety must be deliberately cut wide. As you can see from the images at the right, the two former frames will touch the sides of the canvas, while the latter does not. Regardless of the style, the standard gap between a floater frame and the canvas is 1/4'.
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POSTER SIZES AND FRAMES |
Sometimes you need a frame for a larger piece of artwork, such as a poster. The following list shows the standard frame sizes available for large-size artwork. If your poster does not match one of these dimensions, you may need to order a custom frame. POSTER FRAME SIZES
Most poster frames will not come with a mat, as a simple display is often desired. The frame will generally be quite thin and unadorned. If you require a mat or decorative frame for one of these sizes, a custom frame is your best option. | Poster in a simple black frame |
STANDARD PAPER SIZES |
Most fine art printers print on large rolls of paper rather than sheets, so standard paper sizes are not automatically applicable. However, if you require printing or framing at a standard paper size, the following chart may be useful. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) originally applied the A series designations and measurements in millimetres. North American standards have full names and are generally measured in inches.
| A-series standard paper sizes |
CANVAS PRINT ORDERING GUIDELINES |
When choosing a canvas print, there are plenty of ways to customize your order. You can select from a variety of edge styles, image effects or retouching, size, and depth. 3/4' and 1-1/2' are the two standard stretcher bar depths. 2-1/2' is available for larger pieces, or customers desiring a more dramatic profile. While there are no strict rules - we can make a canvas print as small as 4 x 6', and as large as 59' by 10 feet - most framers prefer to match the stretcher bar depth to the size. As the canvas size increases, a thinner stretcher bar will require more supports, and is not recommended. Canvas prints that will be framed in a traditional frame are an exception, and must be stretched on a very thin, 7/16' frame.
NOTE: These guidelines are based on ease of construction and safety regarding stability and weight. They are not rules, and orders deviating from this guide are welcome! | 3/4' and 1-1/2' canvas prints |
HANGING HARDWARE GUIDELINES |
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Picture framers use a variety of hanging hardware. For each piece, the type is selected based on the size and weight of the framed artwork or canvas print.
HANGER PLACEMENTThe hangers should be attached 1/3 to 1/4 of the way down from the top of the frame, one on each vertical arm. For instance, if you are hanging a frame or canvas that is 12 inches tall, the hanger (the part where the wire attaches) should be placed between 3 and 4 inches from the top.HANGING WIREOnce the hangers have been attached, the hanging wire must be strung between them. Hanging wire comes in various thicknesses that will support different weights, ranging from 15 to 100 pounds. When in doubt, choose the stronger wire.Softstrand Hanging Wire Strength
Attaching the Wire
| Picture frame hangers Wrapping the hanging wire |
FRAME CONTENT THICKNESS |
When ordering a frame, one thing to keep in mind is the depth of the rabbet. This is a space behind the frame into which your frame contents - glazing, mat, artwork, backing - will be placed. While there are ways to counteract contents thicker than the frame rabbet, ideally you should have a bit of space left over in the back of your frame once your contents are in place. This allows room for the framer's points (those flat nails that secure the contents) or another backing board for important artwork. To make sure the rabbet on your chosen frame is deep enough, you will need to know the thickness of the various pieces going into it. If you are putting the frame together at home, don't forget to include the thickness of the art itself in your calculations.
All these thicknesses should be taken into consideration and compared to the rabbet depth of your chosen frame. For instance: 0.12' plexiglass + 0.05' mat + 0.05' artwork + 0.2' foam core = 0.42'. Therefore, a frame with a rabbet of 0.5' or more is preferred. 3/8' or 5/16' will be too shallow and the contents will stick out at the back of the frame. These thin frames may also be too fragile to safely support the weight of the contents. | Frame contents < rabbet depth Rabbet depth in frame profile |
When ordering a picture frame, many different factors must be taken into consideration. If you feel overwhelmed by the choices and options, the guidelines in this article may be useful for narrowing down your parameters and speeding up your decision. Have questions about standard or custom sizes, weights and thickness, or any of our services or products? Don't hesitate to contact us. Our knowledgeable staff is always happy to assist with answers, advice, or suggestions. |
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