An 8 x 10 standard frame may come with a 1 1 2 mat which allows you to frame a 5 x 7 image as well.
Photo mat sizes.
Instead of measuring and figuring out the right dimensions of the frame and the mat board yourself refer to our list of the most common mat opening and frame sizes based on your print or photograph.
If you have a small painting you would like front and center over a mantle or other mid sized space consider a very wide mat.
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The size of the artwork itself can also help determine the mat.
These sizes are standard and popular photo sizes typically for displaying photography or smaller artwork.
Our products also include custom matting backing boards clear bags.
I explain below the effects of different mat sizes but as long as the frame suits a wide mat can be a great way to draw focus to a small image.
Most mat opening sizes are listed for the size of the art or image for example an 11x14 opening is usually 1 2 smaller in each direction allowing the mat to cover 1 4 on each side.
Standard frame sizes 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.
8 x 10 in.
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Standard mat sizes go up to 32 x 40.
The mats really make the photos pop and makes me look like i know what i am doing.
This size is a step above the smaller popular photography sizes and is common amongst portraits and larger artwork prints.
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We offer decorative mats acid free rag mats decorative suede mats metallic mats acid free suede mats and oversize mats in colors from white to black yellow to purple and everything in between.
Most common print sizes and frames.
This allows the buyer to use the frame as two different sizes.
Photo and art prints are often matted however which adds another dimension to your framing project.
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Use this standard flyer size for advertisements displayed in areas with limited space.
8 5 x 11 in.
So i would print a photo to 11 x14 on a larger piece of photo paper so i have more room to attach it than just the 1 4 that will be hidden under a mat.
Oversize mat sizes go up to 40 x 60.