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12x12 Picture Frames
Give square artwork a clean, balanced presentation that’s easy to hang, align, and live with—especially when you want crisp edges and consistent spacing on a wall. A 12x12 frame creates a strong medium-size square presence that works as a single statement piece above a shelf or mantel, and it also shines when repeated in a symmetrical grid for a gallery wall.
These frames are intended to fit 12 x 12 inch photos, prints, and square artwork with a true 12x12 opening (with or without matting). If you’re framing a full-bleed 12x12 print, choosing no mat keeps the art front-and-center with maximum coverage. If your piece is smaller than 12x12, matting is a common way to center it, add visual breathing room, and standardize a set of frames so multiple works feel cohesive when hung together.
Popular matting pairings include 8x8 matted to 12x12 and 10x10 matted to 12x12—both options help smaller square photos and prints look intentional rather than “floating” in a larger frame. Square formats also simplify placement because there’s no portrait-versus-landscape decision, making it easier to plan spacing in hallways, bedrooms, living rooms, and offices.
Before ordering, confirm your artwork measures a true 12x12 inches, since square prints can vary slightly by printer or vendor. For help getting the size right, see how to measure artwork for framing.
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V508
$36.84
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Bright yellow picture frame.
V683-1
$58.17
Width: 1 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
100% real maple hardwood picture frame moulding.
V98
$43.29
Width: 1 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Dark plum tones and natural shape of this black bamboo picture frame.
V3949
$35.43
Width: 1 1/8 |
Rabbet Height : 3/8
Ivory beaded wood picture frame.
V490
$67.49
Width: 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1 1/4
100% solid oak hardwood picture frame features a clean profile shape and open grain.
V223
$60.00
Width: 1 1/8 |
Rabbet Height : 3/8
Burl veneer wood picture frame offers a warm honey-brown tone on a scooped profile.
V488
$56.39
Width: 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1 1/4
100% solid cherry hardwood picture frame moulding features a warm, light, genuine grain pattern.
V113
$39.15
Width: 1 1/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Simple black moulding. Made of real wood. Extremely popular.
V559-1
$51.97
Width: 1 |
Rabbet Height : 1 1/4
Rough rustic brown wood picture frame offers a barnwood finish.
V3944
$42.64
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1 1/4
Shiny slightly hammered gold wood picture frame reveals red undertones.
V483
$54.51
Width: 1 1/4 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
100% solid hardwood cherry picture frame moulding is made in America.
V807-1
$41.39
Width: 1 1/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Small aged pine distressed wood barn style picture frame.
v1385
$31.41
Width: 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 7/16
Flat white matte picture frame. Frame is 1/2 inch.
V674
$46.60
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Soft, champagne silver, wood picture frame.
V675-1
$64.19
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
This lightweight natural wood picture frame offers the clean and refreshing look of birch.
V1338-1
$104.67
Width: 1 |
Rabbet Height : 2 5/16
Black with subtle silver veining will really brings character to your art.
V252
$48.21
Width: 1 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1
White cube shaped picture frame.
V291
25% OFF $39.28 $29.95
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Matte black frame with a dark green bevel lip.
V836
$45.89
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Rustic, walnut brown colored, vintage-distressed wood picture.
V282
$59.86
Width: 1 3/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Antique gold panel frame.
V793
25% OFF $35.00 $26.74
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Petticoat pink wood picture frame.
V279
25% OFF $50.99 $38.73
Width: 1 1/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Glossy blue frame with a slight scoop.
V3995
$44.77
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 7/8
Contemporary medium wedge.
V842-1
$78.13
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 2
Silver frame has a black, pseudo rubbed appearance.
V3936
$32.99
Width: 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 7/8
Brown tan gray picture with wood grain.
V4985
$29.38
Width: 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 7/16
Champagne silver small picture frame
V1313
$50.67
Width: 1 1/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Smooth, sleek, black, contemporary picture frame features a concave scoop that climbs to an outer height.
V1312
$52.59
Width: 1 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Dark brown center panel with black boarders, satin furniture finish.
V511
$36.84
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Bright red basic wood picture frame.
v499
$35.69
Width: 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Small, refined picture frame in the traditional mode.
V528
$48.66
Width: 13/16 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
One of a large family of picture frames with the look of forged, oil bronze, hammered metal.
V5033
$40.16
Width: 1 1/8 |
Rabbet Height : 15/16
Simple white cube picture frame.
V530
$36.84
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Khaki green picture frame moulding.
V1431
$65.99
Width: 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Dark gold beaded picture frame with crackle lines.
V289
$39.28
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Matte black frame with a red bevel lip.
v497
$35.69
Width: 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Classic gold picture frame features a linear profile design in the American Federal style.
V1300
$37.49
Width: 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1
Classic matte black finish frame, perfect for black and white photography.
V3999
$36.23
Width: 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Smooth textured black & silver picture frame
V121-1
$59.09
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 3/8
Classy, masculine, black & silver vintage picture frame.
V5029
25% OFF $40.51 $30.87
Width: 1 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Distressed green wood frame.
V227
$60.00
Width: 1 1/8 |
Rabbet Height : 3/8
Distressed dark walnut veneer scooped wood picture frame.
V791
$35.00
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Country color rustic Bourbon orange.
V843
25% OFF $39.18 $29.87
Width: 1 3/16 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Byzantine era cross pattern of this espresso wood picture frame.
V3946
$57.91
Width: 1 3/8 |
Rabbet Height : 11/16
This dark, ornate gold picture frame features a scoop profile. Ideal for matted prints, works on paper, and other thin items such as canvas boards, hardboard panels, and mirrors.
v688
$39.21
Width: 1 1/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Gold wood picture frame simplicity & versatile.
V175
$45.87
Width: 1 1/4 |
Rabbet Height : 7/16
Oiled bronze with dark gold highlights & crackled broken leaf pattern picture frame.
V284
$59.86
Width: 1 3/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Traditional shaped black and silver panel frame.
V97
$50.73
Width: 1 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
This gold bamboo picture frame could be described as antique gold due to a worn character.
How to choose the right 12x12 frame setup
1) Confirm the artwork size first
A “12x12” print should measure 12 inches by 12 inches. Some square prints run slightly small or large, which can affect whether the art fits neatly or needs a mat. If you’re unsure, follow Measure Art before deciding on an opening size or mat.
2) Decide: no mat vs. matting
- No mat (true 12x12 opening): Best for full-bleed 12x12 prints and bold graphic designs where you want maximum image area.
- With a mat: Ideal when the artwork is smaller than 12x12 and you want clean margins, added contrast, and consistent presentation across multiple frames.
If you want a deeper explanation of when matting helps (and when it doesn’t), read Do I Want To Mat My Art?. For planning the look of the border, Mat Borders: How Big Should They Be? can help you choose proportions that feel intentional.
Common uses for 12x12 frames
- Square photography and 12x12 art prints
- Album-art-style prints and graphic designs
- Kids’ artwork trimmed to a square format
- Gallery walls that mix squares with rectangles for rhythm and structure
- Sets for craft fairs, art markets, or client-ready presentation of 12x12 artwork
When a 12x12 frame is not the best fit
- Your piece isn’t truly square: If it’s a rectangular crop, consider a rectangular size such as 12x16 picture frames.
- You want a larger square statement: A bigger square format may create more impact on a large wall; consider stepping up to a larger square size.
- You’re building a mixed-size gallery wall: Pairing squares with a common rectangle can help the layout feel structured—many walls mix squares with sizes like 16x20 picture frames for variety and balance.
Fit and presentation details to think about
- Exact fit tolerance: If your print is slightly under 12x12, a mat can hide minor edge variation and keep the presentation crisp.
- Depth needs: Flat prints are straightforward, but mounted prints or lightweight board may need more depth than a very slim profile provides.
- Wall impact: 12x12 reads as a medium square—substantial enough to stand alone, and especially effective in multiples for a grid.
- Spacing simplicity: Square frames make it easier to keep consistent gaps and alignment because orientation never changes.
Helpful supplies for matting and protection
If you’re planning a matted presentation or building a consistent set, these materials can help complete the framing package:
- Crescent Select 32 x 40 full sheets (mat board)
- Crescent Berkshire 32 x 40 full sheets (mat board)
- Acrylic for picture framing (glazing)
- Mounting board (backing support)
