Common Picture Mat Sizes

For example if you have a 4x6 image you will want to order a 4x6 frame.

Common picture mat sizes. Frame sizes if you want matting. 8 5 x 11 in. Available pre cut picture frame mat sizes. The next size up from 4 6 is a 5 7 photo print.

These sizes are standard and popular photo sizes typically for displaying photography or smaller artwork. This size is a step above the smaller popular photography sizes and is common amongst portraits and larger artwork prints. This allows the mat to overlap the image slightly holding it behind the frame. 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.

5 7 prints can fit in various frames depending on how thick of matting you would like to include. 8 5 x 11 11 x 17 13 x 19 16 x 20 18 x 24 20 x 24 20 x 30 24 x 36 the most common or popular size of larger picture frames is 24x36. 8 x 10 picture frame with mat for 5 x 7 window size 4 1 2 x 6 1 2. This size is preferred if your photo has a person as the focus.

Frames for unique print sizes. Pre cut decor quality mats in the most popular sizes colors for even greater savings. Generally the mat will cover 1 4 on each side of the image. To order pre cut mats call customer care at 800 332 8884.

Standard frame and mat sizes in inches. However you want to measure the inside edge. 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. When you want to frame artwork with a unique size order a custom frame to get an exact match for your print.

It is a common mistake to think the dimensions are the width and height of its outside edges. The mat opening will be slightly smaller than the suggested picture size. It s a little larger so they will stand out clearer. 8 x 10 in.

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. For example if you have a 4x6 image. A frame s dimensions refer to the size of its opening. Helpful hints from picture salon.

Use this standard flyer size for advertisements displayed in areas with limited space. Our mat opening sizes are shown. Picture frames for 8 10 photos. Picture frames and mat measurements.