Floater Frames

We’re more than just framers, we’re illusionists.

Have you seen these frames and wondered what they are used for? They are called floater frames. Instead of the frame sitting on top of your art, a floater frame rests under your art. It is a frame designed to lay behind a painting or stretched art to make the art appear as if it were ‘floating’ within the frame.

Why would you use a floater frame? Floater frames:

  • Allow the viewer to see the sides of a canvas

  • Give stability to a canvas and prevent warping

  • Can appear minimal or invisible

  • Are available in a variety of colors, sizes and materials

When using a floater frame, the depth of the stretcher bars is a matter of preference, based on the look you want. Ask us about your options. Either way, when using a floater frame, it is best to have the edges painted (even if it is painted black) since a little edge will show.

Every single piece I had framed was perfect! Staff helped me pick mats and frames without pressuring me to do what they wanted. You’re going to pay a little more than a mass market frame shop but it is WORTH IT. Bring your special items here. -Tracie C.

Every single piece I had framed was perfect! Staff helped me pick mats and frames without pressuring me to do what they wanted. You’re going to pay a little more than a mass market frame shop but it is WORTH IT. Bring your special items here. -Tracie C.

It was a pleasure working with Robert on a custom mat for my frame. He is very responsive and an expert at delivering exactly what I requested/envisioned. -Regina

It was a pleasure working with Robert on a custom mat for my frame. He is very responsive and an expert at delivering exactly what I requested/envisioned. -Regina

Finally got my pieces up on the wall of my office today… Really appreciate Ken’s Custom Frames for helping me frame these important accomplishments! Robert was incredibly helpful and found a frame style I would never have chosen from the samples myself, but it really was the perfect choice! They look phenomenal. – Annie C.

Finally got my pieces up on the wall of my office today… Really appreciate Ken’s Custom Frames for helping me frame these important accomplishments! Robert was incredibly helpful and found a frame style I would never have chosen from the samples myself, but it really was the perfect choice! They look phenomenal. – Annie C.