How To Judge The Size Of A Matted Picture

Add elegance and protection when framing photos or artwork by adding a frame mat in a complementary color.

How to judge the size of a matted picture.

Matted the print measures 16 x 20. If you artwork is smaller you might consider a 1 75 or 1 5 mat. Oversize mat sizes go up to 40 x 60. For average sized artwork about 11x14 to 30x20 the common mat width is 2.

Choose one of our acid free pre cut mats or customize an uncut matboard. Makes a stunning gift. Apply a long piece of tape on the top of the page with only half the width of the tape overlapping the paper. Framed matted prints from snapfish starting at 69 99.

It s a little larger so they will stand out clearer. If you artwork is very large a 3 or 4 mat may be necessary to ensure an aesthetically pleasing ratio. This is a standard size mat that will fit into a standard size frame no costly custom frames required. Measure the inside dimensions of your art and cut an interior opening smaller than the art.

5 7 prints can fit in various frames depending on how thick of matting you would like to include. Using a sharp craft knife trim away the paper that is in the center opening. Museums and galleries choose white matte board to make photos stand out. The next size up from 4 6 is a 5 7 photo print.

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. Standard mat sizes go up to 32 x 40. We use gallery quality printing techniques on high grade acid free paper and mount and mat your prized photo in your choice of frame. All of our matted prints are packaged in clear cellophane envelopes that protect the print during shipment and are perfct for gift giving.

The width of the mat is up to the customer but we can provide some general guidelines. Picture frames for 8 10 photos. Thousands of antique engravings in our store. This size is preferred if your photo has a person as the focus.

Cut solid wrapping paper larger than the outer dimensions of the cardboard and place upside down on the work surface. Frame sizes if you want matting. Mats in every size color.