Mat Sizes Guide

Finding the Perfect Fit: A Guide to Custom Matting

Adding a mat to your artwork doesn’t just provide a professional finish—it protects the piece and gives it room to breathe. To help you choose the right frame and mat combination, we’ve put together this quick guide on how our matting sizes work and what to expect for your final display.

Understanding Mat Widths

The width of your mat is determined by the size of your print. This ensures that larger pieces have a substantial border, while smaller pieces aren't overwhelmed.

How Matting Affects Your Frame Size

It is important to remember that adding a mat increases the total footprint of your frame on the wall. Because the mat surrounds the image on all four sides, the overall frame dimensions will be larger than the print itself.

• Small to Medium Prints: Typically increase the overall frame size by 4 to 5 inches.

• Large Prints: Typically increase the overall frame size by 6 inches.

Example: A 20x24 print with a 2 1/2" mat will result in a total frame size of approximately 25x29.

Availability & Limitations

While we strive to offer matting for most of our catalog, please note the following exclusions. Professional matting is currently NOT available for the following sizes:

• 20x40

• 24x36

• 30x30

• 30x40

Summary

• Included: A custom-cut mat tailored to your specific print size (ranging from 2" to 3" in width).

• Not Included: Matting for our specific sizes (listed above).

• Note: Always measure your wall space based on the total frame size, not just the print size, to ensure a perfect fit!