How To Frame 8 X 12 Photo With A Mat

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.

How to frame 8 x 12 photo with a mat.

S i z i n g i n f o frame opening. For instance an 11 x 14 photo will have a mat board opening that measures 10 1 2 x 13 1 2 inches as in this example. 16 x 16 frame width. 16 x 16 mat window.

Frame with pre cut mat available in white or black here. Turn the page picture side up and hold the pre cut mat over the page to decide where you want the image in the opening. Generally the mat will cover 1 4 on each side of the image. To figure the mat starting from a standard frame size make the outer mat the size of the frame.

11 5 x 11 5 mat width. When you want to frame artwork with a unique size order a custom frame to get an exact match for your print. 1 mat size. If you purchased a 12 x 12 art print then i recommend a 16 x 16 frame with a mat.

If you want a 4 inch mat the art work needs to be 8 1 4 x 12 1 4. For example a 16 by 20 inch frame would need an outer mat that is 16 by 20. This allows the mat to overlap the image slightly holding it behind the frame. Here the image is cut apart each section mounted on 1 4 foam.

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. Do not let the exposed tape touch the mat until you have decided placement. Frames for unique print sizes. Carol duvall host of hgtv s the carol duvall show shares her discoveries about matting and framing artwork.

To cut a picture mat start by measuring the height and width of the picture you ll be framing as well as the frame backing board that came with your frame. Attach mat to artwork. Then use a ruler and razor or box cutter to cut a picture mat to the same size as the frame backing board. The mat opening will be slightly smaller than the suggested picture size.