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DIY Gallery Wall: A Complete Guide

Feb 27, 2026 | Frames By Mail

A gallery wall is one of the most impactful ways to personalize your home. It transforms a blank wall into a curated display of your favorite art, photos, and memories. Whether you're a first-timer or looking to refresh an existing display, this complete guide will help you create a stunning gallery wall.The best walls for a gallery display are ones you see often — above a sofa, along a staircase, in a hallway, or as a focal point in a living or dining room. Make sure the wall has enough space for the layout you envision. A gallery wall typically needs at least 4-6 feet of horizontal space to look intentional.The most cohesive gallery walls have a unifying element. This could be:Before putting any nails in the wall, plan your arrangeme...

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Feb 25, 2026 | Frames By Mail

How Custom Mat Boards Elevate Your Framing

How Custom Mat Boards Elevate Your Framing

If you've ever wondered what separates amateur framing from professional, gallery-quality results, the answer is often one simple element: the mat board. A well-chosen mat can transform a plain frame into a stunning presentation piece. Here's everything you need to know about custom mat boards and how they elevate your framing.A mat board (also called a picture mat or photo mat) is the flat, borderlike piece of material placed between your artwork and the frame's glass or plexiglass. It serves both aesthetic and protective purposes, creating visual space around the artwork while keeping it from touching the glazing.Without a mat, artwork can look cramped inside a frame. A custom mat board provides:The most popular mat colors are white, off-...

Feb 22, 2026 | Frames By Mail

Best Picture Frames for Wedding Photos

Best Picture Frames for Wedding Photos

Your wedding photos capture some of the most important moments of your life. They deserve to be displayed in frames that are just as beautiful and meaningful. In this guide, we'll explore the best picture frame options for showcasing your wedding photography.White and off-white wood frames are a timeless choice for wedding photos. They evoke elegance and romance, complementing the whites and soft tones common in wedding photography. A white frame with a white or ivory mat board creates a cohesive, elegant presentation.For a touch of luxury, ornate gold or silver frames are a stunning choice. These frames reference traditional fine art framing and lend a sense of grandeur to your wedding portraits. They work especially well for formal portra...

Feb 19, 2026 | Frames By Mail

How to Frame a Canvas Print: Step by Step Guide

How to Frame a Canvas Print: Step by Step Guide

Canvas prints are one of the most popular ways to display photos and artwork, and adding a frame takes them to the next level. Whether you've received a canvas print as a gift, ordered one from our print and frame service, or created your own, this guide will walk you through the framing process step by step.Before ordering a frame, carefully measure the width and height of your canvas. Measure the outer edges of the stretcher bars — this is the size frame you'll need. With our custom picture frames, you can order to the exact tenth of an inch, ensuring a perfect fit.Canvas prints look fantastic in both wood and metal frames. For a gallery-wrapped canvas (where the image wraps around the edges), consider a floater frame that gives the ...

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