How To... Measure an Art Print with a Border

Supplies and Preparation

To begin, gather the following supplies:

• Metal measuring tape or sturdy ruler
• Pencil and paper

Start by laying the art print on a flat, clean surface. Ensure there is enough space to spread out the measuring tape or ruler comfortably.

Option 1: Measuring to Frame with the Border and Title on Display

If you want to frame your art print with the border and title visible, follow these steps:

Step 1: Measure the Entire Print
Begin by measuring the full width of the print, including the border. Place the measuring tape at one edge of the print and stretch it across to the other edge. Note the measurement and write it down. Repeat this process for the full height of the print, from the top edge to the bottom edge, including the border.

Step 2: Double-check Measurements
It is essential to double-check your measurements to avoid any mistakes. Measuring twice ensures accuracy and prevents costly framing errors.

Step 3: Choose a Suitable Frame
Based on your measurements, select a frame that suits the print and your decor. The entire print with the border and title will be on display.

Option 2: Measuring to Mount and Frame with the Border Hidden

If you prefer to hide the border and only display the image, follow these steps:

Step 1: Measure the Image Area
Focus on the image itself, excluding the border. Measure the width of the image by placing the measuring tape at one edge of the printed image and stretching it across to the other edge. Note the measurement and write it down. Repeat this process for the height of the image, from the top edge to the bottom edge, excluding the border.

Step 2: Border Overlap
To hide the border, our website will automatically make the mount aperture 6mm smaller than the exact image size you enter. This means a 3mm overlap on each side so the border will be concealed and focus will be kept on the image.

Step 3: Double-check Measurements
Double-check your measurements to ensure accuracy. Even a slight mistake can lead to an unattractive final presentation.

Step 4: Select a Frame or Mount
Choose a frame and mount that our website that suits your requirements. We will manufacture everything to fit the exact sizes you have entered.

Step 5: Avoid Unnecessary Trimming
To avoid having to trim your print, make sure the external mount size or frame size detailed during the design process is greater than the full size of your print(including it's border). If the external mount size/frame size is smaller than your print size, you would need to trim the print down to get it to fit into the frame.

Conclusion

Measuring an art print with its own border requires careful attention to detail. Whether you choose to frame it with the border and title visible or to mount and frame the image with the border hidden, following these steps will help you achieve a stunning final presentation. Accurate measurements and the right framing options ensure that your art print is displayed in the best possible way, adding beauty and elegance to your space.

Video Timeline

The Ground Rules- 0:09

• Always use a reliable metal tape measure instead of a fabric/cloth tape measure commonly used for sewing. Fabric tape measures can often be quite imprecise, and if you make an error in measurement by even a few millimetres, you might discover that the frame or mount does not accommodate the print correctly.
• Measure everything twice and be precise, or have someone else verify the figures.

Option 1 - Display The Complete Art Print- 0:28

• Measure the exact width and height of the full print, including the border, before noting down the sizes.
• Order a frame in the noted sizes, and the print will fit perfectly into the opening at the back of the frame.

Option 2 - Mounting To The Image - 1.04

• Measure the exact width and height of the printed image only, before noting down the sizes.
• Enter these sizes into our website and select a frame/mount combination to suit your requirements.
• The mount aperture will be cut to overlap the image size entered by 3mm on each side and the mount will fit into the opening at the back of the frame.

Ordering Tips - 1.34

• DO NOT select the Exact Size option when designing your frame and mount on our website as the mount aperture needs to slightly overlap the image size entered.
• Ensure the external mount size is greater than the physical external size of your print to avoid having to trim it.