How to Pick the Size of Frames for Black and White Pictures

Black and white photographs can add a dramatic decorating touch to any home or office environment and impress visitors if you take the time to pick out a suitable frame to go with the picture. One of the best ways to make your pictures stand out is by getting a nicely-sized picture frame to draw attention to the photograph.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Choose a large, elevated frame rather than a thin or flat frame. A larger frame with some depth in the wood will make the picture stand out from the wall and make it more noticeable and allow the photograph to contribute more to the feel of the room.

2. Look for frames that match the sizing of the subject of the picture. The larger the subject of the picture, the larger you want your frame to be to keep it from being overwhelmed by the size of the subject of the photograph itself.

3. Look for frames that are large, but not too busy. Large frames may have a lot of embellishments, and you may not want a lot of texture or color added to the frame despite its large size.

4. Choose frames that fit your wall space. Keep other decor decisions in mind when choosing a frame size, as well as when hanging the finished product of the framed picture.

5. Choose frames that are not too heavy to hang in the desired location. Depending on your wall materials and the size of the picture you're hanging, you may need to make special hanging provisions to accommodate a very large and heavy wooden frame.