White snap frames

Specification

The frame profile width for our stock white snap frames is 25mm (i.e. 1 inch wide border all round).

The paint finish is achieved by a process called powder coating.  This gives a very smooth oven baked finish to the metal which is very resistant to chips and scratches.

The frame dimensions are defined by the poster size which they are designed to fit.  
The visible area is reduced by 10mm all round when the frame surround closes - so don't print any critical text right on the margin of the paper.
The exterior frame size is 15mm all round larger than the poster size.

Screws and wall plugs are supplied with every frame.  White snap frames are supplied individually boxed.

For rolls of suitable double-sided adhesive tape for use on suitable smooth homogeneous surfaces see the Recommended Accessories below the price grid.

Size Information for aluminium snap frames

• The width of the surround is 2.5cm = 25mm or 1 inch
• Front to back depth of 25mm profile snap frame: 12mm (approx 1/2 inch)
• A4 relates to the size of paper an A4 frame will fit.
• A narrow strip around the edge of your print is hidden when the frame is closed.
  Visible poster size: 22mm less than actual poster (i.e. 11mm all round your poster is hidden by the frame surround) 
• The overall size of the frame is larger than the paper inserted.
  Overall (external) frame sizes are shown in the table:

Table of standard snap frame sizes - relates to 25mm wide profile frames

Fix snap frames using screws

• The best way to permanently fix snap frame is with screws.
• Screws and plastic wall plugs are included with every snap frame we supply
• The wall plugs are for use with masonry walls such as brick and most plastered walls 
• When screwing onto wood the plugs are not needed 
• A power drill and screwdriver are required for screw fixing (and we recommend using a spirit level and tape measure to ensure the frames are properly aligned). If in doubt please consult a proficient DIY or trades person.

Fix snap frames using adhesive tape

• Rolls of double-side adhesive tape are available as an accessory item.
• If double-side adhesive tape is used to fix frames (in place of the screws supplied) please check the smoothness and suitability of the wall.
• Tiles and similar surfaces may be suitable provided they are cleaned thoroughly before application.
• Tape fixing is not suitable for surfaces with a non-stick coating or porous/foamed surfaces. 
• We recommend that tape is used around the full perimeter of the frame.
• Larger frames are normally best screwed. A residue of foam tape will be left on the wall or door after removal of the frame and the frame will usually be hard to get off.