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How to frame 8 x 12 photo with a mat.
1 mat size.
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.
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.
Generally the mat will cover 1 4 on each side of the image.
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This allows the mat to overlap the image slightly holding it behind the frame.
If you want a 4 inch mat the art work needs to be 8 1 4 x 12 1 4.
Here the image is cut apart each section mounted on 1 4 foam.
The mat opening will be slightly smaller than the suggested picture size.
16 x 16 mat window.
On our site you can create a frame up to 40 x 60 inches.
16 x 16 frame width.
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.
For example a 16 by 20 inch frame would need an outer mat that is 16 by 20.
To figure the mat starting from a standard frame size make the outer mat the size of the frame.
When you want to frame artwork with a unique size order a custom frame to get an exact match for your print.
Frames for unique print sizes.
Frame with pre cut mat available in white or black here.
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.
Do not let the exposed tape touch the mat until you have decided placement.
If you need other sizing options you can easily create just about any custom sized picture mat by using the custom feature found on any of the bulk mat board pages found on the main menu under mat boards.
11 5 x 11 5 mat width.
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.
If you purchased a 12 x 12 art print then i recommend a 16 x 16 frame with a mat.