Print Framing Guide

You’ve ordered a print, now how will you frame it? Here are some of my favorite frames that beautifully complement both paper and canvas prints.

Note: this guide also works well for original paintings if you'd like to switch out the original frame.

Paper Print Frames

My paper art prints are printed with an added one-inch border, giving you flexibility in how you frame them. For example, if a print is 8x10 inches, with the added border the actual size is 10x12 inches.

You can easily cut the border to place the print directly into a frame to fill the entire space for a bold, modern look, or add a mat for a refined, gallery-style border that brings an extra layer of sophistication.

Stretched Canvas Frames

My canvas prints come with finished edges and are ready to hang as-is, but if you’d like to elevate the look, I recommend adding a floating frame. They give the artwork space to “breathe” while making it stand out beautifully in your home.

Note: I do offer a variety of framed stretch canvas options on my print listings in case you want your print to arrived framed and ready t hang.

Here are answers to your framing questions but if you have others, please feel free to reach out

Do I need to frame my art print right away?

Not necessarily! Paper prints should be framed fairly soon to protect them from dust, scratching, and bending. Canvas prints arrive stretched and ready to hang, but adding a frame is a great way to elevate the look.

What kind of frame works best for paper prints?

My paper prints are printed with an added one-inch border, making it easier to add a mat if desired.

- Adding a clean white mat with a simple contemporary frame is elegant and timeless.

-If desired, you can easily trim the white border to fill the frame to its edges

What’s a floating frame, and why use one for canvas?

Floating frames are designed specifically for stretched canvas. They leave a small gap around the edges, so the depth of the canvas shows without covering any part of the artwork. This creates a gallery-style finish that feels polished but not heavy.

Can I frame a stretched canvas print myself?

Yes! If you’re handy, you can easily order a float frame online (see recommendations above) or from a local framing shop and install it yourself. However, for a perfectly snug fit and professional finish, custom framing is always a great option.

Side Note: I do provide floating frame options with canvas prints if desired. (See individual products)

Do I need glass or plexiglass in the frame?

Paper prints: Yes, glass or plexiglass will protect the surface. Use UV-protective options if possible.

Canvas prints: No, canvases are meant to “breathe” and don’t require glass.

What should I pick—Paper or Canvas?

Paper Prints

  • Typically more affordable, making them a great entry point for collecting art.
  • Paper must be framed behind glass or plexiglass, which gives you lots of flexibility in frame style and color to match your home.
  • Paper can be matted, which creates a clean, elevated border many people love for a sophisticated look.

Canvas Prints

  • Canvas prints are printed on the same textured canvas material as an original painting, so they feel closer to the real thing.
  • Canvas prints arrive stretched and ready to hang, no frame required (though a float frame adds an elegant finish).
  • Their depth (1.5–2" off the wall) gives them presence and a gallery-style feel that can make a room feel more polished and grand.
  • Great if you want a statement piece that instantly fills a space.