Odd Size Picture Frames: How to Frame 30x46, 32x48 & Other Hard-to-Find Sizes

Finding the artwork is often easy. Finding a frame that actually fits it can be the frustrating part. Posters, photography, architectural prints, imported artwork and custom digital prints do not always land on familiar 8x10, 16x20 or 24x36 dimensions. When your print measures 30x46, 32x48 or another less-common size, forcing it into the nearest standard frame can create poor proportions or require trimming artwork you wanted to keep intact.

Modern Memory Design carries a broad range of size-specific picture-frame collections and also provides custom framing from its Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey frame shop. The key is deciding whether your artwork needs an exact-fit frame, a larger frame with a mat, or a fully custom treatment.

What Is an Odd Size Picture Frame?

An odd-size picture frame is simply a frame made for artwork dimensions that are less common at mass-market retailers. The size may still be a whole-inch measurement—30x46 is a good example—but it can be difficult to find on a typical store shelf.

MMD’s current catalog includes dedicated collections for sizes such as 30x46 picture frames, 32x48 picture frames and 36x48 picture frames. The site’s collection directory also organizes frames across many individual dimensions, making size-first shopping practical when the artwork already has a fixed measurement.

How to Measure Artwork for an Unusual Frame Size

1. Measure the artwork itself

Measure the actual width and height of the paper, photograph, poster or print. Do not measure an old frame and assume the artwork is the same size.

2. Decide whether the entire edge must remain visible

If signatures, edition numbers, borders or printed details sit near the edge, note that before choosing a mat. A mat overlaps the perimeter of the artwork, so important details need enough breathing room.

3. Choose exact fit or matted presentation

An exact-size frame keeps the finished footprint tighter and lets the image dominate. A larger frame with a mat adds visual space around the artwork and can make a smaller or unusually proportioned piece feel more deliberate.

30x46 Picture Frames: A True Hard-to-Find Size

A 30x46 print is large enough to become a focal point but uncommon enough that shoppers may struggle to find it locally. MMD currently maintains a dedicated 30x46 frame collection with multiple frame styles and finishes.

For a full-bleed poster or photograph, an exact 30x46 frame is usually the cleanest route. If the artwork needs a mat, move to a larger custom frame rather than trimming the print.

32x48 Frames for Oversized Posters and Photography

32x48 is a 2:3 ratio, which makes it useful for large photography and poster-style artwork. MMD’s current 32x48 collection includes modern black, dark walnut, natural maple and other styles. The current slim black 32x48 product is a wood frame with acrylic glazing and can hang vertically or horizontally.

36x48 Frames: Large Statement Art Without Guesswork

36x48 is a substantial wall-art size. MMD’s 36x48 picture-frame collection currently includes black, white, natural maple, dark walnut and additional designs. The current 36x48 black picture frame is made for 36x48 prints, uses clear acrylic glazing and can hang vertically or horizontally.

Should You Use Acrylic or Glass for a Large Frame?

As frame dimensions increase, glazing becomes an important practical decision. MMD’s current 32x48 slim black and 36x48 black products use acrylic. Acrylic is lighter than conventional glass, which can be useful on large wall pieces. Always check the glazing listed on the specific product you are considering rather than assuming every frame uses the same material.

When a Mat Is Better Than an Exact-Size Frame

Use a larger frame with a mat when the artwork needs more visual breathing room, when you want to coordinate several different print sizes on one wall, or when the image has a border you want to emphasize. For unusual dimensions, custom-cut matting can bridge the difference between the artwork and a larger frame without altering the original print.

Browse MMD’s picture-frame collections by size to see whether an exact-fit option already exists before moving to a custom configuration.

How to Choose a Finish for an Odd-Size Frame

Black

Black is a versatile choice for photography, posters, graphic art, office displays and high-contrast work. It can also help a very large frame feel visually controlled.

Natural wood or walnut

Wood tones introduce warmth and work especially well with landscapes, family photography, maps and rooms with wood furniture.

White

White can create a lighter edge around colorful or minimalist artwork and often integrates well with bright contemporary interiors.

For unusual artwork, proportion matters as much as finish. A very wide decorative moulding can overwhelm some images, while a narrow profile may feel too slight around others.

Why Shop Modern Memory Design for Hard-to-Find Frame Sizes?

Modern Memory Design is a picture-frame shop and online frame store based at 213 Boulevard in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. The current site offers size-specific frame collections, custom framing, photo and poster framing, canvas stretching, matting, shadow boxes, jersey and diploma framing, and large-format printing. MMD also states that its custom frames are made in the USA.

That combination is useful when your project falls between ordinary retail sizes: you can first search the catalog for the exact dimensions, then move to framing services or contact the frame shop when the artwork needs a more specialized solution.

Odd Size Picture Frame FAQ

Can I buy a picture frame for an unusual size?

Yes. MMD organizes many frames by exact artwork dimensions and also offers custom framing for projects that do not match an existing size.

Do I need to trim my poster to fit a standard frame?

Not necessarily. Before trimming artwork, look for an exact-size frame or use a larger frame with a custom mat. This preserves the original dimensions.

What frame fits a 30x46 poster?

A 30x46 poster can use an exact 30x46 frame when you want the image to fill the opening. MMD currently has a dedicated 30x46 picture-frame collection.

Is 32x48 a standard picture-frame size?

It is available as a dedicated size at MMD, although it is less commonly stocked by mass-market frame retailers. MMD currently offers multiple 32x48 styles.

What frame should I use for a 36x48 print?

For a full-size presentation, use a frame designed for 36x48 artwork. If you want matting, select a larger frame and size the mat opening around the print.

Is acrylic a good choice for oversized frames?

Acrylic is lighter than conventional glass and is used on current MMD large-frame products including the verified 32x48 slim black and 36x48 black frames.

Can an odd-size frame hang horizontally or vertically?

It depends on the product. The current MMD 32x48 slim black and 36x48 black frames both support horizontal and vertical hanging.

Where can I get custom-size picture framing in Bergen County, NJ?

Modern Memory Design operates its frame shop at 213 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604. Use the contact page for help with an unusual-size framing project.

Stop Forcing Your Artwork Into the Wrong Frame

An unusual print size does not have to become a custom-framing headache. Measure the artwork first, search for the exact dimensions, and decide whether the piece looks best edge-to-edge or with a mat. For large and hard-to-find sizes, the right frame preserves the artwork’s proportions instead of making the artwork adapt to the frame.

Shop picture frames by size, explore large picture and poster frames, or contact Modern Memory Design for help framing a size you cannot find.