Framing Guides & Resources
Everything you need to know about creating the perfect custom frame. From measuring basics to advanced design tips.
Framing Guides & Resources
Basics
5 min
How to Measure for Frames
Learn the proper way to measure your artwork and photos for perfect-fitting custom frames.
Materials
6 min
Mat Board Guide
Everything you need to know about choosing mat boards, colors, and configurations for your frames.
Materials
7 min
Glazing Guide
Compare glass and acrylic options, UV protection, and anti-glare solutions for your frames.
Reference
4 min
Frame Size Chart
Quick reference for standard photo, poster, and art print sizes.
Maintenance
5 min
Care Instructions
Keep your frames looking beautiful with proper cleaning and maintenance.
Support
5 min
Warranty Information
Learn about our quality guarantee and what's covered under warranty.
In-depth framing guides
Longer essential reads on measuring, materials, costs, and specialty projects—perfect if you want the full story before you open the custom frame designer.
Essential guide
6 min read
Framing for Beginners: 10 Things to Know Before You Order
Ten framing fundamentals for first-timers: sizes, mats, glazing, budget, and where to design a custom frame online—without guesswork or rework.
Essential guide
6 min read
How to Measure for a Picture Frame in 2026 (Prints, Mats & Exact Opens)
Measure art for custom framing: openings, mat overlap, borders, float space, and prints—so your 2026 order fits the first time without costly reorders.
Essential guide
5 min read
Standard Picture Frame Sizes Chart (US Photos, Posters & Closest Custom)
US standard picture and poster sizes with typical uses, mat ideas, and when to skip readymade sizes for a true custom opening—plus designer links.
Essential guide
5 min read
Mat Border Size: Complete Guide to Widths, Reveals & Multi-Mat Looks
Choose mat borders and reveals on purpose: single and double mats, weighted bottoms, contrast, and how borders interact with frame size in the designer.
Essential guide
5 min read
Museum Glass vs Regular Glass: A Practical Comparison for Custom Framing
Compare regular, UV, non-glare, and museum glass for framing: clarity, fade protection, glare, weight, cost, and when acrylic is the better pick.
Essential guide
6 min read
Best Frame Styles for Different Room Designs (Modern, Traditional & Transit)
Match moulding profiles to rooms: living, bedroom, hallway, office, and kitchens—wood vs metal, color cues, scale rules, and designer-friendly shortcuts.
Essential guide
5 min read
How Much Does Custom Framing Cost? Budget Ranges & What Moves the Price
What moves custom framing price: size, glazing, mats, moulding, shipping—and how an online configurator turns guesses into a real quote before checkout.
Essential guide
5 min read
Custom Frames vs IKEA (and Big-Box Readymades): Honest Trade-offs
IKEA frames win on speed and price; custom wins on exact sizes, depth, glazing, and mat design—see when each makes sense and how to order custom online.
Essential guide
5 min read
Picture Frame vs Shadowbox: Which One Do You Actually Need?
Choose between flat picture frames and shadowboxes using depth, object size, glazing weight, and display goals—plus links to designers for each path.
Essential guide
5 min read
How to Frame a Jersey Step-by-Step (Fold, Mount, Depth & Glazing)
Frame a sports jersey safely: prep and fold, choose depth, pin or sew mounts, UV glazing, finish backing, and hang—plus shadowbox designer next steps.
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