Mat Opening Sizes

The following are suggested mat opening sizes for our most popular mats.

Mat opening sizes. Helpful hints from picture salon. A 2 to 3 border is typical for most art work but it can vary. The mat window opening also known as the exact mat opening is the opening that is cut in a mat board through which the image can be viewed. Custom matting requires precise measurements the most important dimensions are the outside size and opening size.

To order other mat sizes and openings than those listed below please call us at 1 800 577 5920 or request a custom quote. Back to shop by frame size. For example an 18x24 mat measures 18 x 24 on the outside. There is the overall size of the mat which is around the size of the inside of.

Picture size picture size is the general reference for what the opening of the mat is cut to. The mat window is the opening that is cut in a thick paper board allowing the artwork to peek through. First be sure you understand the two different measurements associated with a frame mat. Always consider that standard outer sizes makes it much easier for you or your customers to find inexpensive frames.

The following are suggested mat opening sizes for our standard mats. Mat size refers to the outside dimensions of the mat and typically refers to the size frame it will fit in. Mat mathematics to determine the opening of the mat measure the artwork. You dont have to find an exact size frame to fit your artwork.

Mats can accomplish two noteworthy things. Choose one of our acid free pre cut mats or customize an uncut matboard. It may not sound like an exciting topic but understanding how to calculate mat board window opening sizes is a crucial skill for diy picture framers. Today lets talk about mat board window openings.

More of the edges of the artwork may be covered if desired but the very minimum is 18. Opening size close x. 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 in x 12 in 9 10 in x 13 in 12 10 in x 16 in 2 10 in x 20 in 1 11.

Wall frames poster frames tabletop frames frame collections shadow boxes display cases shop by frame size small size frames medium size frames large size frames mini frames non standard sizes square frames collage frames multiple openings multipacks. Framing involves many different aspects. Determining the proper mat size and mat opening for a print or photograph is one of the more confusing issues facing novice framers. For example a 16x20 mat for an 11x14 picture tells us that the opening has.

Matboard and more can cut to any opening and. The mat must cover at least 18 of the artwork on all sides in order to prevent the edges from peeking through or actually falling through the mat opening.

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