A Simple Guide to Printing and Framing My Free Art Prints
When I share my free art prints, I want it to be simple for you to download, print, and frame them however you like. Every print I share comes ready in a range of popular sizes so you can easily match it to the frames you already have at home or pick up one from places like IKEA, Wilko, Tesco or Asda.
Here’s a quick guide to help you understand the different sizes I include and how to get your chosen artwork printed beautifully.
The different size categories
To make things easy, I’ve organised all the prints into a few common frame size groups.
US sizes
These are the classic photography and frame sizes used in the United States:
4×6", 5×7", 8×10", 11×14", and 16×20".
If you buy frames that use inches, these are the ones that will fit perfectly.
UK sizes
In the UK, the inch-based frame sizes are slightly different:
6×4", 7×5", 8×6", 9×7", 10×8", 12×10", 16×12", and 20×16".
You’ll often find these sizes in supermarkets and homeware stores like Asda, Tesco, Wilko and Dunelm.
UK metric poster sizes
These use centimetres instead of inches:
30×40 cm, 40×50 cm, and 50×70 cm.
These are the standard poster frames you’ll find in places like IKEA.
A-series paper sizes
These are the familiar paper sizes A5, A4, A3, A2 and A1.
They’re great because A4 is the same size as normal printer paper which means smaller prints can easily be done at home, while the larger ones are ideal for professional printing.
Printing at home
If you have a good home printer, you can easily print anything up to A4 yourself.
Here are a few quick tips for best results:
Use high-quality photo paper or matte art paper.
Set your printer to “Best Quality” or “Photo” mode.
Make sure your printer settings match the paper size you’re using, for example A4 or 8×10".
Let the print dry completely before framing.
Printing at home is a great option if you want to see how the artwork looks in your space or create smaller prints to gift or display on a shelf.
Printing professionally
For larger prints such as A3, A2, A1 or the poster sizes, it’s best to use a professional photo or print service.
You can take the file to a local supermarket print kiosk like Tesco or Asda Photo, or upload it to an online print service. Just choose the matching size option and print on matte or semi-gloss photo paper for a clean, gallery-style look.
If you’re unsure which file to use, check the size written in the filename, for example “A4”, “8x10in” or “50x70cm”, and choose the corresponding paper or frame size when ordering your print.
Choosing the right frame
All the prints I share are made to fit standard frame sizes so you won’t need to get anything custom-made.
Whether you prefer a simple black IKEA frame or a natural wood style, you’ll be able to find the right fit for your chosen size. You can even keep a few frame sizes at home and swap prints in and out whenever you fancy a refresh.
Final thoughts
The idea behind offering all these different sizes is to make it easy for anyone to enjoy art at home. There’s no specialist equipment or guesswork needed, just download, print and frame. Smaller prints can be done right on your home printer, and the larger ones are ready for professional photo labs.
I hope this helps you bring a little more art and personality into your space easily, affordably and in the size that suits you best.
