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12x12 Floater Frames
Give a finished 12 x 12 canvas or mounted panel a clean, gallery-ready presence by creating a deliberate “floating” reveal around the edges—so the artwork reads as a complete, ready-to-hang piece instead of an exposed canvas side. A 12x12 floater frame is built to hold square artwork from the sides and back, leaving the front unobstructed while adding a crisp border that elevates small statement pieces in entryways, kitchens, offices, bedside walls, and tight gallery-wall grids.
This size is ideal when you’ve already measured your artwork at 12 inches by 12 inches across the face and want the symmetry of an even reveal on all four sides. The square format rewards clean lines: the float gap looks intentional, and matching frames across multiple 12x12 works can unify a set for a cohesive series display.
Floater frames are intended for artwork with structure and depth—stretched canvas, canvas panels, cradled wood panels, and similar mounted art. Before buying, confirm the face measurement is truly 12 x 12 and consider the thickness of your canvas or panel so the frame depth looks proportional and fits properly. If you want a bold, modern outline, a darker finish can add contrast; for a softer border, lighter wood tones keep attention on the art. For a classic, high-contrast option, consider a black floating frame look for 12x12 pieces.
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V3980
$47.87
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for art 3/4" thick or less. This gold-colored wood floater frame offers a contemporary floater look on a traditional gold picture frame finish.
V606-1
$63.17
Supports artwork up to 1 3/4'' deep
Width: 5/16 |
Frame Depth : 1 3/4
Ideal floating wood frame for art 1-5/8" thick or less. This natural, softwood, floater frame is an ideal picture framing choice when it comes to floating cradled panel art, or canvas artwork that has been stretched around a stretcher bar or strainer.
Vred
20% OFF $72.29 $58.22
Supports artwork up to 1 3/4'' deep
Width: 3/4 |
Frame Depth : 1 7/8
MOULDING HAS A OFF WHITE FOOT.
V3989
$44.53
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Gold panel frame.
V3973
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Whitewash panel frame.
V626
$128.22
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 5/16 |
Frame Depth : 1 5/8
REAL Maple! Ideal for canvas art 1-1/2 inch thick or less. Genuine maple will make a statement for any art.
V3963
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Weathered white floater frame.
v180-1
$58.23
Supports artwork up to 1 1/2'' deep
Width: 1/4 |
Frame Depth : 1 1/2
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Light colored RAW wood natural wood veneer floater frame.
V3958
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Light Walnut colored Float Frame.
V3962
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/4" deep canvas or less. This dark espresso brown flat finish may burnish if mishandled.
V3986
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Maple colored wood grain float frame.
V3965
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Whitewash float frame
V3987
$47.87
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for art 3/4 inch thick or less. Contemporary warm silver floating frame offers a clean and concise look for stretched canvas paintings and cradled panels.
V4996
15% OFF $76.99 $65.73
Supports artwork up to 1 3/8'' deep
Width: 1 5/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 3/8
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/4" thick or less. Beautiful texture with natural ebonized walnut black tones, this black floater frame is perfect for canvas paintings depicting nature.
V3976
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/4" deep canvas or less. Maple colored wood grain float frame.
V3988
$44.53
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Silver panel frame.
V623
$111.79
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 5/16 |
Frame Depth : 1 5/8
REAL WALNUT! Ideal floating art frame for art 1-1/2 inch thick or less. This is a dark espresso brown floater frame moulding. This solid wood is stained to be similar to black, while maintaining the warmth of a burnt umber.
V89
$82.44
Supports artwork up to 1 3/4'' deep
Width: 3/4 |
Frame Depth : 1 7/8
Ideal floater frame for art 1-3/4" thick or less. Pop Green! A bright and colorful new collection of high-gloss moulding.
V3959
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Dark mahogany floater frame are a unique, contemporary, alternative picture framing method designed to reveal the entire surface area of a stretched canvas, and to accentuate or “elevate” the painting. Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less.
V3954
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for art 3/4 inch thick or less. This gray wood floater frame.
V3964
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Maple colored wood grain panel frame.
V3955
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
deal floater frame for art 3/4" thick or less. Whitewash float frame.
V3990
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Pine - fir wood finished floater frame.
v3942
$68.99
Supports artwork up to 2 1/8'' deep
Width: 7/16 |
Frame Depth : 2 1/8
Autumn Gold with black extra large floating frame for art 2 inches thick or less. This contemporary floater frame features smooth clean lines.
v116-1
$50.93
Supports artwork up to 1 1/2'' deep
Width: 1/4 |
Frame Depth : 1 1/2
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Gray colored RAW wood natural wood veneer floater frame.
V3956
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Dark walnut finish frame.
V3972
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Mahogany panel frame.
V3953
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Cherry colored floater frame.
V3952
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Dark Gray float frame.
V849
$95.49
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 1 1/2 |
Frame Depth : 1 5/8
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. The distressed finish of this wood floater frame is reminiscent of vintage iron steel tubing.
V3982
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for art 3/4 inch thick or less. Contemporary white floater frame.
V3978
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
The best black floating frame for art 3/4 inch thick or less. This contemporary floater features a smooth clean finish.
V3971
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Gray panel frame.
V3941
$43.35
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 1/2 |
Frame Depth : 1 5/8
Totally raw wood ready to paint. This moulding is intended to be painted. It is raw wood so the frame could end up having different shades of wood. That means it might not match rail to rail. Make it your way!
VOrange
20% OFF $72.29 $58.22
Supports artwork up to 1 3/4'' deep
Width: 3/4 |
Frame Depth : 1 7/8
MOULDING HAS A OFF WHITE FOOT.
V3985
$54.14
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Tall silver floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less.
V3984
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2 inch thick or less. This contemporary white floater frame is a Minimalist-Modernist marvel. The clean lines and complete lack of color allows the shape to be purely defined by shadows and light.
Vgreen
20% OFF $72.29 $58.22
Supports artwork up to 1 3/4'' deep
Width: 3/4 |
Frame Depth : 1 7/8
MOULDING HAS A OFF WHITE FOOT.
V3975
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. White panel frame.
V3991
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/4" deep canvas or less. Dark Gray float frame.
V3977
$45.56
Supports artwork up to 7/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 7/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/4" deep canvas or less. Cherry finish floater frame.
V91
$82.79
Supports artwork up to 1 3/4'' deep
Width: 3/4 |
Frame Depth : 1 7/8
Pop Blue! A bright colorful collection of high-gloss moulding.
V3943
$68.99
Supports artwork up to 2 1/8'' deep
Width: 7/16 |
Frame Depth : 2 1/8
White extra large floating frame for art 2 thick or less. This contemporary floater frame features smooth clean lines.
V3981
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
The best black floating frame for art 1-1/2 inch thick or less. This contemporary floater features a smooth clean finish.
V625
$111.79
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 5/16 |
Frame Depth : 1 5/8
REAL WALNUT! Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. This genuine solid walnut float frame represents the timeless quality that comes with the wisdom of selecting excellent materials when producing fine craftsmanship.
V3960
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Weathered white panel frame.
V3983
$40.84
Supports artwork up to 3/8'' deep
Width: 7/8 |
Frame Depth : 3/8
Ideal floater frame for 3/8" deep canvas or less. Black panel frame.
V3957
$51.83
Supports artwork up to 1 5/8'' deep
Width: 3/8 |
Frame Depth : 1 11/16
Ideal floater frame for art 1-1/2" thick or less. Cherry finish floater frame.
What a 12x12 floater frame does (and why it works for square art)
A floater frame holds the artwork from the sides/back so the piece appears to “float” inside the frame. That narrow space around the outer edge creates a purposeful border and a gallery-style finish—especially effective on 12x12 artwork where the reveal stays perfectly balanced on all four sides.
Best uses for this size
- Framing a finished 12x12 stretched canvas painting for sale, gifting, or display
- Upgrading a 12x12 piece with exposed staples/edges to a cleaner, retail-ready presentation
- Building a square gallery wall grid where matching floater frames unify multiple 12x12 works
- Presenting mounted art on canvas/board for studio, show, or exhibit consistency
Compatibility checklist (confirm before you buy)
- Face size: Measure across the front of the artwork; it should be 12 x 12 inches.
- Artwork type: Best for stretched canvas, canvas panels, cradled wood panels, and similar mounted art (not paper).
- Thickness/depth: Choose a floater frame depth that matches your canvas or panel so the fit looks intentional and secure.
- Surface/edges: Heavy texture, raised edges, or painted sides can change how the float gap and side reveal look.
Choosing the right look: subtle border vs. stronger outline
Finish and visual weight change the way a 12x12 piece reads on the wall. Dark finishes emphasize the square silhouette and can make colors pop; lighter wood looks can feel softer and more integrated with natural decor. If you’re framing a series, keeping the same finish across all 12x12 pieces helps the set feel curated.
Popular finish directions to consider
- High-contrast modern: Black floating frame
- Bright, minimal border: White floating canvas frame
- Warm wood tone: Walnut finish canvas floater
When a 12x12 floater frame is NOT the right choice
Skip this collection if your artwork is not mounted or doesn’t have depth (for example, paper-based art that typically needs a traditional frame approach). Also avoid forcing the fit if your piece is slightly under/over 12x12—square sizing is unforgiving, and an incorrect size can throw off the reveal or prevent proper seating.
If your artwork isn’t exactly 12x12: nearby size alternatives
If you measured and found a different square size, choosing the correct floater-frame size will preserve the intended float gap and clean alignment. Consider these nearby alternatives based on your artwork’s face measurement:
- 10x10 floater frames (smaller square art)
- 11x11 floater frames (near-square alternative)
- 14x14 floater frames (slightly larger square)
- 16x16 floater frames (larger square statement)
Planning a multi-piece 12x12 wall set
For grids, triptychs, or coordinated series, keep frame style and finish consistent so spacing and edge reveals look uniform. Also consider how frame width affects the visual gap between pieces—especially in tight arrangements where the frames become part of the overall geometry.
