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Questions You Should Ask When Choosing a Metal Picture Frame
With the huge selection of metal picture frames available, sometimes it can be difficult picking the one that's right for you. To help you narrow down your choices here are seven questions you should ask before you start searching for your frame and some tips to help make it easier.
#1- Frame Budget: How much do I want to spend?
If youre not sure how much you have to spend to get the type of metal frame you want here are some rough guidelines for different types of metal frames, based on a 4x6 size, that can help:
- Under $10 - basic aluminum frames, simple solid brass frames
- $10 and up - basic silver plated frames, decorative metal frames, steel frames.
- $30 and up - decorative silver plated frames
- $50 and up - decorative hand made solid pewter frames
- $100 and up - decorative solid sterling silver frames
#2- Keepsake frames: Do I want it to be a treasured keepsake?
If youre looking for a high quality metal frame that will become a treasured keepsake, then there are basically three types of frames to consider: solid pewter frames, silver plated frames and sterling silver frames. These three types of frames are durable and made to last plus they have a distinct look of quality that sets them apart from other types of metal frames.
#3- Frame style: What style of frame do I want?
No matter what your style preference, there is a metal frame style to match. Here are some examples of metal picture frame styles to consider. Just keep in mind that there is a huge variety of frame styles within each grouping of metal frames.
- Elegant: Silver plated frames, sterling silver frames, metal decorative frames, and metal jeweled frames
- Casual: Decorative metal frames or solid pewter frames.
- Professional: Aluminum frames, silver plated frames or sterling silver frames
- Modern or Traditional style: Almost any type of metal frame, including aluminum frames, steel frames, pewter frames, silver plate frames, sterling silver frames, fit into this style category.
#4- Color: What color of frame do I need?
Metal picture frames usually come in a variety of gold or silver colors depending upon the type of material it's made from. One thing to know about any "silver" frame is what it's made out of because it could be made out of an aluminum or metal alloy instead of being made out of a silver plate or sterling. So the wording "silver frame" doesn't mean the material it's made from but instead describes the color. This is the case for pewter picture frames as well. Unless it's specifically identified as "solid pewter," it's most likely describing the color of the frame instead of the material.
Metal frames are also available in a wide variety of colors. You can get aluminum frames in colors like silver, gold, black, blue and copper or you can find metal frames with bright enamel finishes or decorated with beads or crystals.
#5- Finish: What type of metal finish do I like?
The most common metal finishes are shiny, matte/brushed and antiqued. Unless the finish is specifically called matte, brushed or antiqued, it will be a shiny finish.
#6- Engraved Frame: Do I want to engrave my frame?
If you want to engrave a frame, be sure to choose a frame that is identified as an engraved frame, or an engravable frame. This means that the frame is a solid material with the same color metal throughout the depth of the frame. It also has to have a smooth, flat surface for the engraving. Engraved frames are available as solid pewter frames, silver plated frames and sterling silver frames.
#7- Size: Is there a specific size of frame needed?
If you're framing a standard sized picture, then a ready made frame is your best solution. Readymade frames are the most convenient way to frame because there are many standard sizes from which to choose.
For a piece of artwork or non-standard picture size, you will probably need a custom metal frame. How much you want to spend is also a factor that comes into play. You can either buy a custom frame and have it put together for you, or you can buy the size you need and assemble it yourself. If you're handy at putting things together and have some extra time, you can always try assembling a metal frame yourself to save money.
Now that you've answered these seven questions, you should be able to quickly and easily choose the frame that is best for you.
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