Photo Frame Mat Sizes

Many standard frames also come with a mat.

Photo frame mat sizes.

For a 5x8 image adding 2 inches all the way around mean that the outside mat size is 9x12 the outer mat size is also the size of the readymade frame that needs to be purchased. Golden state art pack of 100 acid free crystal clear sleeves storage bags for photo prints framing mats mattes bag size. Besides our many common mat board frames sizes we also cut custom picture matting from 4x6 inches up to 32x40 inches and any window size between. Our mat opening sizes are shown.

Calculate 7 3 4 4 1 4 12 and 9 3 4 4 1 4 14. 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. Oversize mat sizes go up to 40 x 60. Other common picture frame sizes.

Most mats are at least 2 inches wide and not more than 4 inches wide. Helpful hints from picture salon. Remember that you need the inner cut of the mat to be 1 4 of an inch smaller than the photo. For more information about our mat selection.

Choose one of our acid free pre cut mats or customize an uncut matboard. View all picture frame mats. One larger size without the mat and a smaller size with the mat in place. This allows the buyer to use the frame as two different sizes.

Add elegance and protection when framing photos or artwork by adding a frame mat in a complementary color. Photo and art prints are often matted however which adds another dimension to your framing project. If you have an 8 inch by 10 inch photo and you want a mat that is approximately 4 inches wide you will want a 12 by 14 inch frame. The frame size the measurement of the inside of the frame is the same as the print so a 5 x 7 print will fit in a 5 x 7 frame.

If you are making your prints to fit in a standard frame with a pre cut mat the following is a list of frame sizes and mat openings that you can find at most arts and craft stores. Most off the shelf picture frames with mats have a smaller window such as 4 5 x 6 5 for 5 x 7 that covers more of the image. We offer decorative mats acid free rag mats decorative suede mats metallic mats acid free suede mats and oversize mats in colors from white to black yellow to purple and everything in between. While creating a custom window size can give you just the right look for your art we recomend maintaining a standard outer dimension frame size if you are reselling your matted prints.