Artwork size and framing options

See how your painting could look at home

Compare popular artwork sizes and realistic frame styles in one room. The fireplace mantel is shown as 1 metre wide, giving a clear scale reference.

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Artwork by Anna, view her portfolio

Designed to scale

Choose a size, then choose the presentation

The painting stays centred above the mantel. Smaller sizes sit naturally lower within the available wall space.

1 metre mantel width

Real frame references

Compare finish, depth and character

Box canvas

Clean edges with no outer frame

Natural tray

Warm wood with a shadow gap

Black tray

Strong contemporary definition

White tray

A quiet modern presentation

Dark wood

Traditional depth and character

Gilt frame

A formal decorative finish

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What is a stretched box canvas?

A finished canvas with visible depth and no outer frame

The canvas is stretched around a timber support, fixed at the back and supplied ready to hang. Its visible sides and depth are part of the presentation.

Slim and deeper profiles are available
Edges may be wrapped, mirrored or colour finished
Suitable for oil, acrylic and canvas based work
May be shown alone or inside a tray frame

The precise stretcher depth and edge treatment should be agreed before production.

Works on paper

Paper needs a separate framing approach

Watercolours, drawings, pastels and prints normally need backing, spacing and glazing.

White mount and dark frame

A versatile option for watercolour, drawing and print.

Couple artwork on paper with a warm wood frame and mount

Warm wood and mount

A softer natural presentation for paper based work.

White frame and mount

A clean contemporary choice.

Framing questions

Is an unframed canvas ready to hang?

Yes, when supplied stretched with suitable hanging fittings.

What is the difference between a box canvas and a tray frame?

A box canvas is the stretched artwork itself. A tray frame is an outer frame with a small shadow gap.

Does the frame change the overall size?

Yes. Tray and traditional frames add to the external dimensions.

Ready to plan your artwork?

Request a quote with your preferred size and frame

We will confirm materials, precise dimensions and framing cost before production.

Request a tailored quote

Frame reference library

Choose your exact frame

Browse the numbered corner references below. When requesting a quote, include the reference number for the frame you prefer. You can also choose two or three alternatives if you would like us to compare finishes with your artwork.

Coloured frames

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Natural wood and brown frames

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White, black, silver and metallic frames

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Gilt and ornate frames

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Important: these references are taken from real CommissionIt framing samples. Availability can vary by artwork size and current stock. We will confirm the precise moulding, finish, tray gap and outside dimensions before framing begins.

Request a quote with your frame number Read the canvas framing guide

Choose the right medium and style

Once you have tested the artwork size and frame, compare watercolour, oil, acrylic, pastel, drawing and digital approaches in our practical guide.

View the painting medium and style guide