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Framing Size Guide

Welcome to our framing size guide, framing can be a confusing business but we're here to help. A crucial element of framing is the size of the artwork, it's important to know whether you want to add room for a passe-partout or a tighter fit. Our Framing 101 gives you an insight on the importnat of this. If you know exactly what you need but you're unsure of the size, please follow the guide below.

What about sizing?

Framing sizes can vary between the European Union (EU), the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States (US), and they are often expressed in different measurement systems. Here's an explanation of the different framing sizes in each location:

European Union (EU) Framing Sizes:

A4: 21 x 29.7 cm (8.3 x 11.7 inches)

A3: 29.7 x 42 cm (11.7 x 16.5 inches)

A2: 42 x 59.4 cm (16.5 x 23.4 inches)

A1: 59.4 x 84.1 cm (23.4 x 33.1 inches)

A0: 84.1 x 118.9 cm (33.1 x 46.8 inches)

United Kingdom (UK) Framing Sizes:

A4: 21 x 29.7 cm (8.3 x 11.7 inches)

A3: 29.7 x 42 cm (11.7 x 16.5 inches)

10" x 8": 25.4 x 20.3 cm (10 x 8 inches)

16" x 12": 40.6 x 30.5 cm (16 x 12 inches)

United States (US) Framing Sizes:
8" x 10": 20.3 x 25.4 cm (8 x 10 inches)

11" x 14": 27.9 x 35.6 cm (11 x 14 inches)