Ordering made to measure picture frames online has never been easier thanks to our step by step frame builder. All of our frames are custom made to order in the size that you need and with hundreds of frame and mount combinations to choose from you will be spoilt for choice.
How to order a made to measure frame online.
Probably the hardest part of getting a custom picture frame made is knowing what size frame that you need. We have developed a handy measuring guide to help you get it right first time.
Don’t forget that we are here to help, the last thing we want is to hear that you have received a frame that does not fit due to a measuring mistake.
If you are unsure about anything, please give us a call or send us an email. We’re here 9am to 4pm Monday to Saturday.
Now that you know your frame size just pop the height and width in the frame builder (don’t forget to change the button to the correct units, you can use cm, mm or inches).
Choosing your frame
Now the fun part begins… We stock a huge range of frames and mounts ready to be custom made to your requirements.
Every picture tells a story. But there’s more to framing a picture than meets that eye…
When it comes to choosing a picture frame, here are some useful tips to get the best style and design of your frame:
Go BIG!
Many people underestimate the size of an image in a picture frame without seeing it first. If ever in doubt, the safer choice is to go bigger! A great framed print or artwork can be like a window, when you can escape and momentarily view another world.
Let it Breathe
When the edges of an image come directly up to the edge of a picture frame, it can almost make some artworks feel constrained or even suffocating.
However, if you can add some white space around the print, such as a mount, the extra distance between the art and the frame creates an aesthetically pleasing balance and proportion, allowing the viewer to view and appreciate the art comfortably.
A coloured border also gives your photo or artwork a genuine ‘gallery’ look. If you’re not sure how much space to add, then add more! We all feel more comfortable with more space around us, and so do photos and artworks.
Our made to measure frames are all available with single and double layered mount boards to create that desired distance and space around your pictures.
How do I Choose the Right Picture Frame?
The right frame can make all the difference. Many people choose frame designs to match their décor, however, consider how long you want your artwork to hang on the wall. In many cases, this will be years, if not decades. Over the next 10 years, you may find that you change your furniture and décor sooner than you change your picture frames!
If so, you may wish to choose a picture frame style that will be more timeless and classic, rather than something that may be trendier but potentially date over time.
Why choose Quality UK Custom Made Frames over Cheaper Imported Frames?
When it comes to price, we all know you get what you pay for at the end of the day.
Some people say that picture framing is expensive. Keep in mind, it is a custom made piece, just like a tailored dress. However, if you are going to hang something on your wall and look at it every day for the next ten years or more, then it’s relatively not that expensive to get a nice hand-made frame made which is superior to a cheaper, imported frame in every way.
If you compare the cost of a hand-made, UK made frame to common decorator furniture items such as curtains, bedspreads etc, then a quality picture frame or photo frame is comparatively not really that expensive. It will also likely last longer before it requires updating or replacement.
What are the Standard Frame Sizes for the UK?
The most popular frame sizes are designed to suit common sizes in paper, photos and posters.
Standard frames for paper are commonly “A” sized frames. For example, A4 frames, A3 frames, A2 frames and A1 frames. You can find these on our popular sizes collection page.
Standard frames sizes for photos are commonly based on popular print and enlargement sizes. For example, 6×4 inches, 5×7 inches, 6×8 inches, 8×10 inches, 11×14 inches and 16×20 inches.
Standard poster sizes are commonly found as A1 frames, 60x90cm frames and 50x70cm frames.
