Should You Mat A Poster

Our website s custom build a frame allows you to enter your artwork size and using these dimensions automatically calculates the recommended mat window opening and frame size.

Should you mat a poster.

The color of the mat should be present in the photograph and match as closely as possible to the lightness and tone of that color in the photo. 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. Bring your camera with you when you visit your framer or email those images ahead of time.

Take pictures from different angles and if possible during different times of day. Be sure to leave a quarter inch of extra inch on each side so that the art print doesn t just fall through the window. Beginning with a turquoise mat add 1 2 foam board on top and end with the addition of a white mat on top of the foam board. Here the image is cut apart each section mounted on 1 4 foam.

For plain frames colored mats are easier to match. When you want to frame artwork with a unique size order a custom frame to get an exact match for your print. In some cases a generic size mat might not fit your poster either and you will need to have one custom cut. Finally be sure to always consider the fact that a mat will add to the final dimensions of your finished piece so if you re artwork is 11x14 you final framed piece with a mat could be around 17x20 depending on your mat size and make sure that the space in which you are hanging your artwork can accommodate the size increase.

Most craft stores have a framing department that can help you with custom mats and frames. Mat sizes can range from thin to thick. We currently offer no mat single mat double mat floated island mat and article framing for your artwork. 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.

This will serve as a visual reminder for you when you decide on a design. If you choose to put the mat on top of the poster then you may have to cut out the inner shape so that the poster can be seen inside. You should consider this before you purchase a poster but if you already own it you will have to choose the best option. If the art print measures 8x10 the actual mat opening should be 7 5x9 5 even easier.

Carol duvall host of hgtv s the carol duvall show shares her discoveries about matting and framing artwork. Before you begin snap several digital images of the location where your poster will hang. It can be difficult to cut the edges of a mat accurately and without damaging the mat so you can usually have this completed at a framing store for just a few dollars. You can also buy a frame with a ready made mat already included.

On our site you can create a frame up to 40 x 60 inches.