{"id":181,"date":"2025-10-29T12:00:02","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T16:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/blog\/?p=181"},"modified":"2026-05-04T09:54:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T13:54:12","slug":"frame-it-easy-first-time-order-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/frame-it-easy-first-time-order-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Frame It Easy First Time Order Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Our Frame It Easy First Time Order Guide will make your custom frame design a breeze! You got the perfect art, and you want to frame it. That&#8217;s why you&#8217;re here!  Below are some tips for ordering from us, and what you can expect from your first order and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-we-can-do-for-you\">What We Can Do For You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_5877-1-960x1280.jpg\" alt=\"thin pink picture frames\" class=\"wp-image-29925\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_5877-1-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_5877-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_5877-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_5877-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_5877-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_5877-1.jpg 1768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"853\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC_7624-853x1280.jpg\" alt=\"gold picture frames\" class=\"wp-image-30192\" style=\"width:367px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC_7624-853x1280.jpg 853w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC_7624-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC_7624-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC_7624-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC_7624-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC_7624-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/\">custom frames<\/a> that either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Include prints that are delivered to you ready to hang<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Empty frames that you can insert your own artwork into<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>We don&#8217;t, unfortunately, offer services where we accept artwork in the mail, frame it, and then send it back to you. (Frames are replaceable, but potentially priceless photos or art aren&#8217;t!) We&#8217;d rather your artwork stay with you to make the framing process safer (not to mention faster!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All frames ordered from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/designer\">3D Frame Designer<\/a> come complete with backing, an acrylic cover, matting (if you add it), and hanging hardware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want us to print your art and frame it for you, we do that too! Simply choose from our library of art prints or upload your art to our frame designer, and your frame will arrive fully assembled and 100% ready to display. All you have to do is remove the protective covering on your acrylic and hammer a nail into your wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"shop-our-black-picture-frames\">Shop Our Black Picture Frames<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Timeless, elegant, and just oh so classic &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/frame-styles\/black\">black picture frames<\/a> are the classic go-to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20.01%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/frame-styles\/durham\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Durham__Black__Corner.jpg\" alt=\"Black Picture Frame - Durham\" class=\"wp-image-27861\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Durham__Black__Corner.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Durham__Black__Corner-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Durham <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/frame-styles\/shelton\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shelton_Black__Corners.png\" alt=\"Black Picture Frame - Shelton\" class=\"wp-image-27862\" style=\"width:280px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shelton_Black__Corners.png 500w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shelton_Black__Corners-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shelton<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/frame-styles\/oxford\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Oxford__Satin_Black.png\" alt=\"Black Picture Frame - Oxford\" class=\"wp-image-27863\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Oxford__Satin_Black.png 500w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Oxford__Satin_Black-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oxford<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/frame-styles\/hanover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Hanover__Gloss_Black.png\" alt=\"Black Picture Frame - Hanover\" class=\"wp-image-27866\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Hanover__Gloss_Black.png 500w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Hanover__Gloss_Black-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hanover<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/frame-styles\/derby\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Derby__Black.png\" alt=\"Black Picture Frame - Derby\" class=\"wp-image-27867\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Derby__Black.png 500w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Derby__Black-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Derby<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"why-frame-it-easy-is-the-top-choice\">Why Frame It Easy Is The Top Choice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We empower you to effortlessly design a frame that perfectly fits both your art and your style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We can provide frames for art you already have at home, an art print from our Art Marketplace,  or we can print your digital art &amp; photos for a frame that arrives ready to hang.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frame sizes can range anywhere from 5\u201dx5\u201d up to 42\u201dx62\u201d in increments as small as 1\/16\u201d. We have a variety of frames, matting, paper, and cover styles to choose from, for a look that&#8217;s truly your own.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most sizes will cost around half of other online shops, and around a quarter of what local shops or craft chains would charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our packaging is just as custom as each frame to ensure safe delivery, and it&#8217;s all recyclable (including the plastic straps!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All of our frames ship with all necessary hanging hardware; frames that include art for us to print will arrive ready to hang.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/how-our-white-labeling-service-can-help-your-business\/\">white-label service<\/a> is great for artists and designers, where you can remove our branding and add your own (no extra charge!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We can deliver anywhere in the United States (including Alaska and Hawaii) + Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All of our frames are proudly made in America.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-considerations-for-uploaded-art-photos\">Key Considerations for Uploaded Art &amp; Photos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/wall-collage-picture-frame_0052-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Frame digital photos from your phone\" class=\"wp-image-267\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/wall-collage-picture-frame_0052-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/wall-collage-picture-frame_0052.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/wall-collage-picture-frame_0052-580x773.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/wall-collage-picture-frame_0052-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/wall-collage-picture-frame_0052-386x515.jpg 386w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A few things to consider before trying to upload a file. <strong>We only accept .jpeg and .png file formats.<\/strong> The picture won\u2019t upload if your file isn\u2019t in that format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, it is important to <strong>ensure the resolution of your file is as high as possible<\/strong>, which would ensure two things: the quality of the print, and our ability to print it at different sizes. If your image file is too low in quality, it would limit our ability to print it in larger sizes. In extreme cases, low quality could negate our ability to print it at all. The best way to ensure that this won\u2019t happen is to upload the highest-resolution file possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can read more about resolution and sizing in our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/format-photos-online-framing-matting\/\">formatting digital photos<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Essential Guide to Measuring Art For Framing\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6VW05Y3Zauc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How do I measure my art for framing? It&#8217;s easy!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"measuring-your-art\">Measuring Your Art<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"812\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/measure-art_0002-e1543511864666-700x812.jpg\" alt=\"How to measure art\" class=\"wp-image-209\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/measure-art_0002-e1543511864666-700x812.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/measure-art_0002-e1543511864666-768x891.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/measure-art_0002-e1543511864666.jpg 883w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/measure-art_0002-e1543511864666-580x673.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/measure-art_0002-e1543511864666-259x300.jpg 259w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/measure-art_0002-e1543511864666-444x515.jpg 444w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also measure the art you already have, and we will send you an empty frame that is preassembled, with only minor disassembly and reassembly required to prepare for display. (Don&#8217;t worry \u2014 we&#8217;ll email you video instructions after you order, and include a printed copy with your packing slip.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check out more tips in our guide for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/how-to-measure-art-framing\/\">accurately measuring your art<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"matting\">Matting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"989\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fun_Fruit_Bundle-1-1280x989.png\" alt=\"cleaning your picture frames\" class=\"wp-image-30001\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fun_Fruit_Bundle-1-1280x989.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fun_Fruit_Bundle-1-700x541.png 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fun_Fruit_Bundle-1-768x593.png 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fun_Fruit_Bundle-1-1536x1187.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fun_Fruit_Bundle-1.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of matting, whether you upload a print or measure your own art, there would be no need to adjust your \u201cArt Size\u201d to accommodate it. <strong>All you need to do is specify how much of it you would want and we&#8217;ll do the math on our end.<\/strong>&nbsp;(We make the opening\/size of the frame itself larger to accommodate the extra space needed for the matboard.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Matting, of course, is an optional part of the frame, so it&#8217;s an aesthetic choice if you want to add single or double matting, if any.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*We unfortunately cannot accommodate matting for a frame with an opening of over 32\u2033 X 40\u2033. (This is because the matboards that we receive have a size of 32\u2033 X 40\u2033.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_6633-1-960x1280.jpg\" alt=\"yellow picture frame with van gogh art print\" class=\"wp-image-30008\" style=\"width:324px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_6633-1-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_6633-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_6633-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_6633-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_6633-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_6633-1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/DSC_3128-2_square-1-1280x1280.jpg\" alt=\"barbiecore art print\" class=\"wp-image-29978\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/DSC_3128-2_square-1-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/DSC_3128-2_square-1-700x700.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/DSC_3128-2_square-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/DSC_3128-2_square-1-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/DSC_3128-2_square-1-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/DSC_3128-2_square-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-14-overlap\">What is the 1\/4&#8243; Overlap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We cut your frame and matboards around the \u201cArt Size\u201d that you entered, meaning that we subtract 1\/2\u2033 from the \u201cWidth\u201d and \u201cHeight\u201d that you punched in, respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you enter 8\u2033 X 10\u2033\u2013 the default setting on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/\">frame designer<\/a> \u2013 the opening of the frame or matboard will be 7 1\/2\u2033 X 9 1\/2\u2033, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/custom-picture-framing-quarter-inch-overlap\/\">removing 1\/4\u2033 from each side<\/a> of the frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We add this overlap to ensure that your art is held securely in place within your picture frame.<a aria-label=\"We do this to ensure that your art is held securely in place.  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/custom-picture-framing-quarter-inch-overlap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a> For frames with mats, this ensures that no gaps exist between the edge of your artwork and the opening of the matboard. This would expose the backing of your frame and make for a less-than-ideal display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Inside Dimensions of your matboard will always read 1\/2\u2033 less than the \u201cArt Size\u201d you entered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-fie-callout-box\">*If you have important details near the edge of your art,&nbsp;the best you can do is give our website an artwork size that is 1\/4&#8243; larger in each dimension than your art. So for example, if your art was 10&#8243; x 10&#8243;, you would use an art size of 10 1\/4&#8243; x 10 1\/4&#8243;. This way, we&#8217;ll send you a frame that only covers the artwork by 1\/8&#8243; on each side, which is the smallest overlap possible without the artwork revealing the backing behind it on at least one side, or &#8220;falling through&#8221; the mat opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"the-frame-it-easy-process\">The Frame It Easy Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you place an order through our website, it goes through an automated system of checks and statuses so that no detail is missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"853\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/anthony-at-frame-it-easy-853x1280.jpg\" alt=\"Frame it Easy - Manufacturing \" class=\"wp-image-29237\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/anthony-at-frame-it-easy-853x1280.jpg 853w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/anthony-at-frame-it-easy-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/anthony-at-frame-it-easy-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/anthony-at-frame-it-easy.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"853\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kevin-at-frame-it-easy-853x1280.jpg\" alt=\"Frame it Easy - Manufacturing\" class=\"wp-image-29238\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kevin-at-frame-it-easy-853x1280.jpg 853w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kevin-at-frame-it-easy-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kevin-at-frame-it-easy-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kevin-at-frame-it-easy.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Production &amp; Assembly<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as you pay for and confirm your order, it goes into our system, where it will take a few business days for our team to produce it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our production process ranges from cutting the frame rails exactly to your specifications to crafting a multi-piece package that will keep it snug and secure during its journey to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1084\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MG_3943-1280x1084.jpg\" alt=\"Frame it Easy - Manufacturing \" class=\"wp-image-26772\" style=\"width:394px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MG_3943-1280x1084.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MG_3943-700x593.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MG_3943-768x650.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MG_3943-1536x1301.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MG_3943.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1029\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MG_3962-1280x1029.jpg\" alt=\"third party logistics\" class=\"wp-image-28893\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MG_3962-1280x1029.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MG_3962-700x563.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MG_3962-768x618.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MG_3962-1536x1235.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/MG_3962.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packaging &amp; Shipping<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Every package is custom-made to the individual frame(s) you order. This means that no frame is just removed from a shelf, stuffed in a pre-made box, and then sent on its way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, we custom-make an outer box and a tray for each frame to sit in that is both tailored to the outline of the frame and built to sit in the package itself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We then strap everything in securely to help maximize the probability of your frame arriving safely.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-to-do-once-you-receive-your-frame\">What to Do Once You Receive Your Frame<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2357-960x1280.png\" alt=\"frame hanging wire\n\" class=\"wp-image-30247\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2357-960x1280.png 960w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2357-700x933.png 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2357-768x1024.png 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2357-1152x1536.png 1152w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2357-1536x2048.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2357-scaled.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2356-960x1280.png\" alt=\"how to assemble a wood frame\" class=\"wp-image-30248\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2356-960x1280.png 960w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2356-700x933.png 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2356-768x1024.png 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2356-1152x1536.png 1152w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2356.png 1511w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2355-960x1280.png\" alt=\"how to assemble a wood frame\" class=\"wp-image-30246\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2355-960x1280.png 960w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2355-700x933.png 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2355-768x1024.png 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2355-1152x1536.png 1152w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2355-1536x2048.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_2355.png 1838w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you receive your frame, if you ordered a print with it, you can simply remove the film from the front of the acrylic and display it on your wall \u2014 after you install the hook and nail we supply with your order, that is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If, however, you ordered just a frame, you would need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/answers\/acrylic-instructions\">remove the film from both sides of the acrylic<\/a>, sandwich your art between the backing and the acrylic, and slide the newly composed triad back into the frame rails. Once you\u2019ve done this, install the hanging hardware, and you should be good to go to hang your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/places-to-add-frames-in-home\/\">frame on the wall<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/help\/metal-frame-assembly\">metal frame assembly instructions<\/a> and our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/answers\/wood-frame-assembly\">wood frame assembly instructions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/picture-frame-maintenance-tips\/\">To care for your frame<\/a>, we recommend dusting it off with a microfiber cloth every now and again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_6606-1-1280x960.jpg\" alt=\"Art Prints FAQs\" class=\"wp-image-29985\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_6606-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_6606-1-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_6606-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_6606-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_6606-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, to wrap things up, the main things you should note before <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/\">placing an order with us<\/a> are that: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We remove \u00bd\u201d from the \u201cArt Size\u201d you enter to create a \u00bc\u201d overlap around your artwork. This is done to keep your artwork in place, which is a necessary measure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We are unable to create a frame with Matting that has an opening larger than 32\u201d X 40\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frames ordered with prints arrive 100% ready to display \u2014 just <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/answers\/acrylic-instructions\">remove the film from the front<\/a>, and you\u2019re good to go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you\u2019re ordering a frame to add your own art, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/how-to-measure-art-framing\/\">be sure it is measured accurately<\/a> to ensure you&#8217;ll receive a perfectly fitting frame.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Frame it Easy is an online custom frame service, and through this article we\u2019ll help you understand the ins and outs of ordering from us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":449,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[3912,3878],"class_list":["post-181","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-tricks","tag-about-us","tag-framing-tips"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=181"}],"version-history":[{"count":33,"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":31903,"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181\/revisions\/31903"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/449"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=181"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=181"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.frameiteasy.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=181"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}