How To Mat A Picture Frame

Cut the mat size using your exacto knife.

How to mat a picture frame.

Width width of picture 2 x width of mat 2 x width of frame 3 4 height height of picture 2 x height of mat 2 x width of frame 3 4 for reference i made my mat 3 wide on each side of the picture and my frame was 2 3 4 wide on all sides. Do not let the exposed tape touch the mat until you have decided placement. You can score the mat and cut again if that s easier for you sometimes the mat boards are thick. Attach mat to artwork.

Turn the page picture side up and hold the pre cut mat over the page to decide where you want the image in the opening. Beginning with a turquoise mat add 1 2 foam board on top and end with the addition of a white mat on top of the foam board. To measure the size of the inside of the mat which will frame your art photo get the piece you are framing and place it on top of the mat. With the back side of the mat facing down place the image down facing as well and center it in the square.

Add elegance and protection when framing photos or artwork by adding a frame mat in a complementary color. Here the image is cut apart each section mounted on 1 4 foam board and individual mats cut around each section.