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20x40 Picture Frames
Give a panoramic print or oversized poster the finished, ready-to-hang presence it deserves—clean edges, a crisp border, and a polished look that turns a large piece into a true statement on the wall. A 20x40 frame is built to fit wide-format artwork with impact, whether it’s anchoring the space over a sofa, stretching across a hallway wall, or adding a professional touch to an office lobby.
This size is a go-to when your artwork measures exactly 20 x 40 inches and you want an exact-fit presentation with no mat for a full-bleed look. It’s also a smart choice when you want a more gallery-style finish by pairing the frame with a mat to visually separate slightly smaller panoramic prints—common matting pairings include 18x36, 16x36, and 12x36 (with a mat window cut to the art’s exact dimensions). For modern wide prints, some people also use a 20x40 frame to mat a 20x30 with a larger top/bottom reveal.
Before you buy, confirm orientation: 20x40 is often used in landscape for panoramic photography and wide artwork, but portrait can work for tall, narrow statement pieces. Because this is a large format, it also helps to think about wall scale, viewing distance, and whether you want the frame to feel minimal or more substantial for visual balance. If glare is a concern in bright rooms or high-traffic spaces, consider upgrading the protective front—options like non-glare picture frame acrylic can help keep the art readable from different angles.
Use this page when you already know you need a 20x40 frame and want a straightforward solution that looks finished, hangs securely, and presents your print the way it was meant to be seen.
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V114
$165.83
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Ornate gold fluted wood picture frame luxurious and opulent warm colors.
V190
$160.25
Width: 2 3/8 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Dark brown wood picture frame offers a series of ridge-like steps on a scooped profile.
v94
$150.90
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Brown frame with a slight scoop creates a raised rear edge and rabbet lip.
V194
$122.08
Width: 1 11/16 |
Rabbet Height : 7/16
Subtle hints of red and olive green that creates silvery brown warmth.
V592
25% OFF $179.83 $135.36
Width: 2 3/8 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Rustic gray wood picture frame moulding.
V4989
20% OFF $107.85 $86.67
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Rustic half circle red frame
V115
$165.83
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Ornate silver wood picture frame features a unique fluted pattern.
V670
$138.39
Width: 1 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Warm silver champagne colored wood picture frame with a distressed look.
V236
$226.09
Width: 2 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Ornate, silver picture frame with an antiqued gray wash.
V605
$197.23
Width: 2 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
100% solid oak hardwood picture frame moulding features a beautifully-aged and distressed finish.
V789
$85.08
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Distressed black wood picture frame.
v4995
$109.40
Width: 2 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Maple colored flat picture frame.
v659
$127.65
Width: 2 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Black contemporary swan back picture frame.
V664
$186.90
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Black antique finish plein air picture frame.
V564-1
$189.51
Width: 2 1/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Baroque gold picture frame offers an ornate, exquisite, royal feel with antique distressing.
V222
$258.90
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Distressed ebony color of this traditional veneer wood picture frame.
V4998
25% OFF $98.77 $74.57
Width: 1 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Light brown natural.
V1304
10% OFF $94.74 $85.46
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Dark metallic, pewter gray-wash, wood picture frame.
V255
$192.45
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Distressed cherry scoop picture frame with an embossed back.
V673
$117.51
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 5/16
Black & gold wood picture frame features an aged vintage look with a distressed feel.
v660
$101.25
Width: 1 9/16 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Large black wood picture frame with ridges.
V90
$131.55
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Warm silver picture frame with a copper hue.
V261
$97.50
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 9/16
Dark gray wood picture frame features an wood grain veneer that looks weathered.
V218
$180.15
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Classic, colonial-style, dark bronze picture frame.
V569
$200.15
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Scooped gold frame profile features a decorative embossed pattern that is stamped on a gesso base.
V183
$135.82
Width: 2 3/16 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Silver leaf, wood picture frame is a flat profile.
V663
$190.65
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Silver / Champagne antiqued finish.
V797
$85.08
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Country color rustic weathered blue.
V240
$179.32
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Ornate gold picture frame features a gorgeous, decorative leaf pattern ornamentation.
V563-1
$170.43
Width: 1 7/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1 1/4
Ornate gold frame is a beautiful canvas frame option in the baroque style.
V671
$135.61
Width: 1 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 7/16
Black & gold wood picture frame offers an elegant metropolitan look.
V806-1
$120.39
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Pecan aged pine distressed wood barn style picture frame.
V270-1
$151.65
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 11/16
Large black picture frame features a deep beveled inside edge.
V675-1
$144.15
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
This lightweight natural wood picture frame offers the clean and refreshing look of birch.
V507
$189.09
Width: 2 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Wide antique looking gold picture frame with a stylized floral design pattern.
V281
$128.91
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Brown barnwood panel frame with a slight scoop.
V178
$172.22
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 1 1/2
Yellow gold picture frame offers a bright, bold, and substantial look.
V268
$165.12
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Modern gold frame with foil-leaf gold gilded frame style.
V107
$141.13
Width: 2 1/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Classic cosmopolitan silver wood picture frame.
V295
$122.40
Width: 1 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Black panel frame with a gold edges & double dimple embossing.
V272
$183.06
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 3/8
Dark burl wood picture frame features a silver rope design on the inner lip of the frame.
V5028
$181.32
Width: 2 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 3/4
Black and red flat panel frame.
V93
$138.15
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
White barnwood panel frame with a slight scoop.
V666
$155.35
Width: 1 3/4 |
Rabbet Height : 1
Elegant pre-modern picture frame moulding with a warm gold finish.
V163
$159.04
Width: 2 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 3/8
Oiled bronze beaded outer edge picture frame.
V784
25% OFF $85.08 $64.30
Width: 1 1/2 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Teal wood picture frame.
V594-1
$173.40
Width: 3 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Off white antique style finish plein air picture frame.
V179
$172.22
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 1 1/2
Silver wood picture frame offers a bold and blocky design.
V5029
25% OFF $95.99 $72.48
Width: 1 5/8 |
Rabbet Height : 1/2
Distressed green wood frame.
V562-1
$202.04
Width: 2 |
Rabbet Height : 5/8
Black umber finish with matte silver detailing on an updated classic profile
How to choose the right 20x40 frame
A 20x40 frame is a large-format choice, so small decisions (orientation, border style, and glare control) make a big difference once it’s on the wall.
- Confirm the artwork size: If your print measures exactly 20 x 40 inches, an exact-fit frame (no mat) delivers a clean, edge-to-edge presentation.
- Pick the right orientation: Landscape is common for panoramic photography and wide artwork; portrait works for tall statement pieces. Make sure your hanging plan matches the art’s orientation.
- Decide on “full-bleed” vs matted: Full-bleed emphasizes the image. A mat adds breathing room and a more gallery-like finish.
- Consider wall presence: In a living room, bedroom, hallway, or stairway, 20x40 often acts as the anchor piece—plan around viewing distance and surrounding decor.
- Think about sturdiness and balance: Larger prints often look more visually stable with a slightly wider, more substantial frame profile.
Matting guidance for wide prints (using a 20x40 frame)
If your artwork is slightly smaller than 20x40, matting can help it look intentional rather than “floating” in a too-large frame. The key is that the mat window should match the artwork’s exact dimensions.
- 18x36 in a 20x40 frame: A common wide-poster pairing for a clean border.
- 16x36 in a 20x40 frame: Popular for panoramic photo prints with a bit more mat reveal.
- 12x36 in a 20x40 frame: Works well when you want a more dramatic mat border around a slim panoramic image.
- 20x30 in a 20x40 frame: Creates a modern look with a larger top/bottom reveal if you prefer that style.
Glare, clarity, and protection
Large wall art is often viewed from multiple angles, and bright rooms can introduce reflections. If glare is a concern, consider a glare-reducing option such as non-glare picture frame glass or a premium upgrade like Tru Vue Museum Glass. For a balance of clarity and reflection control, anti reflective picture frame glass is another option.
When a 20x40 frame is NOT the right choice
- Your art isn’t 20x40 (and you don’t want a mat): If the piece is smaller and you prefer no mat, a closer size match will look cleaner.
- You need a different wide format: Common alternatives people compare include 18x36, 16x36, 12x36, 20x30, 24x36, 30x40, and 30x40 for larger statement walls.
- Your print arrived rolled and won’t sit flat: Flattening first can prevent ripples and buckling once framed—see how to flatten a poster.
Hanging and handling tips for large frames
Because 20x40 is a big wall format, plan for secure hanging hardware and proper wall anchoring. If you’re transporting or sending a large frame, use protective packing methods—shipping a picture frame guidance can help reduce the risk of damage.
