How To Frame A Print With A Mat

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How to frame a print with a mat.

Add elegance and protection when framing photos or artwork by adding a frame mat in a complementary color. Choose one of our acid free pre cut mats or customize an uncut matboard. S i z i n g i n f o frame opening. Get a frame that s larger than your print.

To order free mat samples select free samples on any. As of may 2019 our available mat styles have increased. When you display your print with a mat the mat takes up a lot of space within the frame so give yourself several inches or centimeters of wiggle room to work with. 14 x 14 mat window.

You can choose your optimal mat style in our online frame designer and learn more about our current mat styles here keeping it simple is our mantra her. All mats are 1 16 inch 4 ply. Please contact customer care for more information on 8 ply mats pre cut mats bulk mat board mat cutters collage mats. The image will safe from dust dirt in the bag and with only 100 unbuffered cotton touching the image edge it should be fairly safe.

We currently offer no mat single mat double mat floated island mat and article framing for your artwork. 9 5 x 9 5 mat width. Frame with pre cut mat available in white or black here. Mats create space between your picture and the acrylic or glass front for air to circulate which prevents condensation from building up that can cause mildew or buckling over time.

1 mat size. A print should never be framed so that it touches glass or acrylic directly thus the mat. There are templates to feature personalized monograms initials and other design elements for a high quality framed print you will truly love. Select mats are available in 8 ply.

Mats make your pictures shine for greatest impact but they also serve a protective purpose. If you purchased a 10 x 10 art print then i recommend a 14 x 14 frame with a mat. For instance if your print is 11 by 14 in 28 by 36 cm you may want to get a 16 by 20 in 41 by 51 cm. Mat sizes up to 32 x 40 and oversize mat sizes up to 40 x 60.

But to help guide you along we broke down a few handy questions you should ask yourself every time you have to decide what besides a gorgeous custom frame of course will surround your artwork. 14 x 14 frame width. Custom cut picture frame mats. Whether to frame your piece full bleed or with a mat is often about your personal preference.

You may want to try 100 cotton mat and backing inside a plastic presentation bag.