How To Frame Unusually Sized Photos & Artwork

Struggling to frame an unusually sized photo, print, certificate, or artwork? When standard frames fall short, a made-to-measure option is the perfect solution.

At Picture Frames Express, our custom frame designer lets you create a bespoke frame for any non-standard dimensions, giving you a stylish, perfectly tailored display that enhances the look of any piece. 

In the blog below, we’ll explore the benefits of choosing a made-to-measure frame and talk you through how to create one of your own using our handy online tool. 

Why Standard Size Frames Don’t Work

Although they have their place, ready-made frames are usually only available in a handful of standard sizes. Some of the most common of these are 4“x6″, 5″x7″, and 8″x10”. This limited range can make it difficult to find what you need at traditional retailers. In fact, if you end up settling on something that’s not made to match, you may: 

• Need to crop or trim your photo or artwork, which will affect its value as well as how it looks
• Be left with a frame that’s too big, leaving an obvious gap around the picture 
• End up with a product that doesn’t match the style of your artwork, greatly limiting its visual impact

Why Custom Frames Do

As you may have guessed, purchasing a made-to-measure frame eliminates all of the problems above and more. By customising a product to your exact dimensions, you will enjoy a frame that offers: 

• A perfect fit, without the need to crop or alter your picture
• A professional look, which will highlight all the best qualities of your piece
• Superior protection, with the ability to hold your picture securely, ensuring no bending, warping or other damage
• Lasting quality, with durable, high-quality materials perfect for preserving long-term investments

Creating Unusual-Size Picture Frames Online

Our simple-to-use custom frame designer gives you complete control over the look, feel, and size of your made-to-measure photo frame. We offer a range of frame types to suit every style, with silver, gold, and wooden options among our most popular designs.

Enter Picture Size

To get started on our designer, the first thing you need to do is enter the size (height and width) of your picture. This can be done in millimetres, centimetres, or inches for your convenience. We manufacture frames to fit the full height and width of your picture, so make sure you measure your piece accurately before you input its dimensions.

Our minimum frame size is 75mmx75mm, and our maximum frame size is 1220mmx915mm, which means that we can accommodate photos and artwork in a wide range of non-standard dimensions.

Choose Frame Style

Once you have selected your size, you can then choose from a list of frame types. We offer designs in black, white, and various colours, as well as frames made from heavy-duty materials such as aluminium and wood.

Add A Mount

The next step is to decide whether you would like to add a mount to your frame. This is a decorative border that serves a range of functions, from protecting the artwork to strengthening its visual appeal. Read our mount measuring guide to ensure you provide us with accurate measurements if you are choosing a frame with a mount. 

Decide On Extras

Before you submit your order, you’ll also be able to add or remove any extras that will help complete your frame. Our frames come with ClearView PlexiGlas, an MDF backing board, and hanging accessories as standard, with further options to add a stand back or backing card should you require.

Wait For Your Order

We create most types of picture frames within 4-5 days of submission, and offer a faster turnaround for priority orders. Some frame types (aluminium and swept) take longer to manufacture and are normally ready for dispatch after 6-7 days.

When your frame is complete, it should be with you in 1-3 days, depending on where you are based. International orders can take anywhere between 2-6 days to arrive. View our manufacturing schedule for more information.

Display Pieces of Every Size with Picture Frames Express

Picture Frames Express has specialised in creating high-quality made-to-measure photo frames for customers around the world since 1987. Explore our full product range today and customise your product to fit the exact dimensions of your oddly sized photo, picture, or piece of art.