What size mat do I need for an 11×14 picture?

Standard Mat Board Sizes

Artwork/Print Size Suggested Outer Size Mat Board Width (centered)
4×6 8×10 top/bottom: 2” right/left: 2”
5×7 11×14 top/bottom: 3” right/left: 3.5”
8×10 12×16 top/bottom: 2” right/left: 3”
11×14 16×20 top/bottom: 2.5” right/left: 3”

What are standard photo mat sizes?

*Our mat opening sizes are shown. Most off the shelf picture frames with mats have a smaller window (such as 4.5″ x 6.5″ for 5″ x 7″)that covers more of the image….Standard Frame Sizes.

Image Size Mat Opening Frame Size
5″ x 7″ No Mat 5″ x 7″
5″ x 7″ 4.75″ x 6.75″ 8″ x 10″
8″ x 10″ No Mat 8″ x 10″
8″ x 10″ 7.75″ x 9.75″ 11″ x 14″

How do I choose the right picture mat?

The width of your mat greatly impacts how your art is presented. A good rule of thumb is to choose a mat that is at least 1 inch wider than your moulding. Most mats are 2-4 inches wide; generally, larger artwork can support a wider mat, and smaller artwork would be paired with a narrower mat.

What size mat do I need for an 8×10 photo?

A typical store-bought ready-made frame for an 8″ x 10″ photo will have a mat opening of 7.5×9. 5. This will allow the mat to overlap the image by ¼ inch on all 4 sides.

Is 11×14 the same as 14×11?

No. I believe the length is 14 inches and the height is 11 inches. The 11×14 is the opposite. The length is 11 inches and the height is 14 inches.

How do you know what size mat to get?

As a general guideline, the mat should be at least 1.5 times the size of the frame to keep the frame from overpowering the artwork. Adjusting the size of the visible mat will dramatically change the appearance of your art, so it’s important to have an understanding of the desired final look.

What does 11×14 mean?

The Frame: What Size is 11×14? This is where it gets a little tricky. For example, an 11×14 (which refers to the inside perimeter of the frame) used to frame an 8×10 image could be referred to as both an 8×10 frame or an 11×14, assuming the complete frame package contains the appropriate mat board.