Artwork Size
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The size you enter will relate to the opening at the back of the frame, i.e. what fits inside the frame such as the backing and glazing. You should enter the exact size of the item you are framing after considering any alterations such as trimming off a white border. The frame will be manufactured so the artwork fits perfectly into the opening at the back of the frame. The lip(rebate) of the frame will overlap the internal contents (Glazing, Artwork, Backing, etc) by approximately 5mm on each side. Therefore the actual visible area from the front will always be slightly less than the sizes entered.
The size you enter will relate to the opening in the middle of the mount. If the item you are framing does require a mount you would enter the exact size of the image you are framing. We automatically make a small adjustment to ensure your image doesn't fall through the middle of the mount. As an example, if you enter 50 X 40 Cm. as your sizes, the actual opening of the mount supplied would be 496 X 396mm to ensure a slight overlap of your image. However, our website also has the option to have the aperture cut to the exact size entered. This is a useful option if the item you are framing doesn't need to be overlapped or you have already considered the overlap you want. The frame size will automatically be adjusted by our website depending on how wide you set the mount borders to be.
The term 'Frame Size', which will be detailed throughout the order process and on any correspondence from us, will only relate to what fits inside the frame at the back such as the glazing and MDF backing board. It never, ever, ever, ever relates to the external size of the frame or the visible area from the front of the frame.
Optional - Upload & Preview
The image you have uploaded is to preview how it will look in different frame/mount combinations. You are not ordering a printed image from us unless you use our Print and Frame service.
Are The Displayed Colours Accurate??
The mount colours shown below are the HEX colour codes of the actual mount boards which have been scanned using a spectrophotometer to get the best colour code match. Unfortunately the setting of your screen/device will alter the visual representation of the mount colour you are viewing. You shouldn't expect an exact match, but in our opinion the colours shown offer an excellent representation of the actual product.
A mount is the coloured surround that goes around your artwork before being fitted inside the wooden or metal frame surround. Although a mount is optional it is recommended as it will visually enhance the artwork being framed and add conservational properties by spacing the artwork from the glazing. A mount is not recommended for any item that is framed without glazing, such as an Oil Painting.
The images below show a graphical example of how the same image with look with and without a mount.
Framed without Mount
Framed with Single Mount
Framed with Double Mount
If you opt to have a mount you can select between one or two layers(single or double). By selecting two layers you will create a double mount that can be the same or contrasting colours. The general rule is that the bottom mount would be a darker colour which picks out a dominate colour in the artwork, whilst the top mount would be a lighter, neutral colour. If you do not require a mount just select "No Mounts".
The border widths can be increased or decreased by changing the value in the relevant boxes for each side. Over 90% of the mounts we supply have equal border widths on all four sides, however you can 'turn off' the equal borders switch which will give the option to have 1 or more different border widths.
The default option on our website is for us to cut the opening of the mount 4mm smaller than the size entered so the mount will 'take' that image size, i.e. it will just overlap the image. You can change this option so that the mount opening is cut to the exact size entered. Selecting this option means we will cut the opening to the exact size entered. This option is useful for more advanced framers who have already made the neccessary allowances.
Select this option to have an additional aperture cut in the mount that can be used to put a printed description of the main artwork, typically called a title box. The title box will be 100mm wide and between 10 - 20mm in height. The minimum bottom width border required to include a 10mm high title box is 40mm. To achieve a larger height title box aperture, you will need to increase the bottom border width. Depending on the text size used, it is suitable for 1-2 lines of text. If you decrease the width of the bottom border to below 40mm, the title box will be removed and the option will not be available to select.
Top Mount Measurement (Cm. )
Bottom Mount Measurement (Cm. )
Top Mount Colour
Bottom Mount Colour
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