Hi all,
I'm currently putting together an order for 24x28 frames to show off some 16x20 inkjet prints. This will be my first frame order and it has taken a while to search the forums for information on frame sizes, center versus off-center mounting/matting, spacing for a signature, glass versus acrylic glazing, etc. With the vast amount of posts and helpful info on this forum I believe I have figured out all issues except one, and I want to solicit your advice.
These are 16x20 prints, printed on 17x22 paper that will be taped rather than adhesive- or dry-mounted. Ideally I would like a 3/8" reveal (a 3/8" space between the edge of the print and the edge of the window mat) around the top and sides of the image, slightly more on the bottom for the signature. However a 3/8" reveal for 17x22 paper leaves only 1/8" of paper for the window mat to cover on each side. As I understand it, the overmat helps keep the print flat when taped, and I'm concerned that 1/8" is simply too short.
I suppose I have many options, from reducing the reveal to 1/4", to eliminating it altogether, to reducing the print size by about 1/2", to using adhesive to mount the print or having it dry-mounted.
Do any of you have any suggestions/preferences? I figure this question is not too esoteric since many of you are using those snazzy 17" printers to make even snazzier 16x20 prints.
Any and all comments are appreciated. Thanks,
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