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Ways to Display Your Photos Without a Frame

Modern living room with exposed brick and two frameless picture frames displayed on the wall
Living room with frameless print of sunset beach photo printed on a Posterjack Photoboard

Frameless picture frames are gaining popularity in modern home decor, and for good reason. They offer a sleek and contemporary look that can elevate any space. At Posterjack, we understand the importance of showcasing your cherished memories in the best possible way. Here are the top reasons why you should consider displaying your favourite photos in frameless picture frames, along with some helpful decor tips.

1. Modern Aesthetic

Frameless picture frames provide a clean and modern aesthetic that complements any decor style. Whether your home is minimalist, industrial, or eclectic, frameless prints blend seamlessly without overpowering other elements in the room. This minimalist design draws attention directly to the photo, making it the focal point.

Decor Tip: Use frameless picture frames in a gallery wall arrangement. Mix and match different photo sizes and orientations to create a dynamic and visually appealing display.

2. Versatility

Frameless picture frames are incredibly versatile. They work well in any room, from living rooms and bedrooms to kitchens and bathrooms. Their unobtrusive design makes them suitable for both personal and professional spaces, allowing you to display anything from family portraits to travel photos and artwork.

Decor Tip: Consider creating a theme for each room. In the living room, display family and friend photos. In the kitchen, showcase food and travel pictures. In the bedroom, opt for serene landscapes and personal moments.

Beach photo printed on frameless acrylic and displayed on living room wall

3. Illusion of Floating Images

Depending on the mounting option of the product, one of the most striking features of frameless picture frames is the illusion that the images are floating from the wall. This effect is achieved by installing a float mount hanging system onto the back of the print. It adds depth and dimension to your wall decor, creating a captivating display.

Decor Tip: Place frameless picture frames against a brightly coloured or textured wall to enhance the floating illusion. This contrast will make the photos stand out even more.

4. Durability and Protection

Frameless prints often use high-quality materials like acrylic or metal, providing excellent protection for your photos. These materials are durable, scratch-resistant, and easy to clean, ensuring your photos stay pristine over time.

Decor Tip: For high-traffic areas like hallways or entryways, consider frameless options that mount flush with the wall to ensure they don’t get bumped or knocked off the wall.

5. Enhanced Visual Appeal

The sleek, borderless design of frameless picture frames enhances the visual appeal of your photos by eliminating distractions. Without a frame, the focus remains solely on the image, allowing its colours, details, and emotions to shine through more vividly.

Decor Tip: Use frameless prints to highlight high-quality, high-resolution photos. The clarity and sharpness of the image will be accentuated, creating a stunning visual impact.

Frameless photo prints on display

6. Easy Customization

Frameless prints can be easily customized to fit nearly any photo size. This flexibility allows you to create a unique display that perfectly suits your personal taste and home decor.

Decor Tip: Experiment with sizes for a truly personalized gallery wall. Combine different dimensions to add visual interest and break away from uniformity. Check out How to Arrange Three Photo Frames on a Wall for some ideas and inspiration.

7. Minimalist and Clean Look

Frameless picture frames offer a minimalist and clean look that avoids the cluttered appearance sometimes caused by traditional frames. This simplicity can make your space feel more open and airy.

Decor Tip: Opt for frameless prints in small or crowded spaces to maintain a tidy and organized look. Their clean lines can help create a sense of order and tranquility.

Spotlight on Posterjack Frameless Products

At Posterjack, we offer a range of high-quality frameless products that are perfect for displaying your photos. Here are some of our top frameless options:

Frameless Mounts

Frameless Mounting

With a Frameless Mount, your photo is mounted onto a solid board and finished with a black, bevelled edge. One of the biggest advantages of this product is that your photo stands alone, without a frame to distract from the beauty of your image! Printed using the giclee (inkjet) method for a gorgeous continuous tone look, it features vibrant colours in a wide gamut with original HP Vivera Inks on 250 GSM satin matte photo paper manufactured in Germany. The Artshield Satin Laminate provides ultimate protection, and the photo is mounted on a 1/2" MDF board with a painted black bevelled edge and a milled keyhole hanging slot. This product offers excellent print longevity, rated for 200+ years fade resistance, and our proprietary Posterjack printing software creates crisp prints at large scale. It is shipped in a protective box to ensure safe delivery.

Photoboards

Photoboards

Photoboards are a fan favourite here at the Posterjack print shop. Everybody loves the modern look and pure simplicity of the product. Each one is handcrafted, ready for you to admire, enjoy, and love! Printed using advanced swissQprint equipment for superior image quality, our Photoboards feature GREENGUARD Gold Certified inks that produce vibrant colours in a wide gamut. They are made from 1/4" thick, rigid bright white board and offer excellent print longevity, rated for 200+ years fade resistance. Our proprietary Posterjack printing software creates crisp prints at large scale, and each Photoboard is shipped in bubble wrap packaging within a custom-made protective box.

Matte Metal Prints

Frameless Metal Print displayed on the wall

If you're looking for a frameless Metal Print without high gloss, this is a fantastic option. Create a subtle yet intriguing look with your photos on metal, perfect for situations where glare is a distraction to your perfect image. Printed using advanced SwissQ print equipment for superior image quality, these metal prints feature GREENGUARD Gold Certified inks that produce vibrant colours in a wide gamut. The prints are made on a 3mm white-coated aluminum panel manufactured in England, offering excellent print longevity rated for 200+ years fade resistance. Our proprietary Posterjack printing software creates crisp prints at large scale, and each Matte Metal Print is shipped in bubble wrap packaging within a custom protective box.

Canvas Prints

Frameless Canvas Print

Our Canvas Prints offer a classic, textured look that adds depth and character to your photos. Made right here in Toronto with premium-quality materials, our Canvas Prints feature 1-1/2 inch thick kiln-dried Canadian basswood frames that will never warp, and 380 GSM extra-thick poly-cotton canvas that won't sag. We use green certified HP inks that won’t fade for 200 years. For a frameless look, choose one of our three edging options: mirrored edge, which reflects the perimeter of your photo onto the sides; wrapped edge, where your original photo wraps onto the sides; or a coloured edge, where you can choose any colour you'd like.

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Acrylic Prints

Frameless Acrylic Print

Acrylic Prints deliver a brilliant, glossy finish that makes colours pop and adds a sense of depth to your photos. The acrylic material is both durable and elegant, making it a perfect choice for modern decor. Our stunning SwissQ print technology prints directly onto premium ¼-inch thick, optically-clear acrylic glass, finished with an opaque white backing sheet. You also have your choice of hanging and framing options, so if you like the frameless look, opt for our popular Float Mount System or no frame and then use 3M strips to mount your print flush to the wall. 

Wood Prints

Wood Print - Frameless Picture Frame Option

Wood Prints offer a unique, natural look by printing your photos directly onto wood panels. The wood grain adds a rustic charm that’s perfect for adding warmth and texture to your decor. Your photo melds with the tones and grain of the wood to create a harmoniously organic piece of photo art. Printed using the giclee (UV inkjet) method for a dynamic look, our Wood Prints feature vibrant colours in a wide gamut with GREENGUARD Gold SwissQ Inks. They are made on a 1/2-inch twelve-ply birchwood panel crafted in Canada, offering excellent print longevity rated for 100+ years of fade resistance. Our proprietary Posterjack printing software creates crisp prints at large scale, and each Wood Print is shipped in bubble wrap packaging within a custom protective box.

Peel & Sticks

Peel & Stick Prints

Displaying your photos should be fun! With our Peel & Stick Prints, you can apply your image to almost any surface, even the ceiling—it's pretty much the perfect poster. These prints are repositionable up to fifty times, and the special adhesive will not damage walls. Printed using the giclee (inkjet) method for a gorgeous continuous tone look, they feature vibrant colours in a wide gamut with original HP Vivera Inks. Made from adhesive-backed linen material manufactured in South Korea, our prints use eco-friendly, water-based non-toxic inks printed on recycled poly linen. Our proprietary Posterjack printing software creates crisp prints at large scale, and each print is shipped in a protective tube.

Desk Decor Line

Posterjack Woodstand Prints - Desk Decor

If you’re looking for ways to display your pictures without a frame in a smaller format, our desk decor products are worth checking out. Here’s a brief description of each, with a link to each of the product pages where you can learn more. 

  • Acrylic Photo Blocks: These thick premium cast acrylic blocks offer a high-gloss finish and are perfect for displaying photos on desks, shelves, or mantels.
  • Metal Minis: Printed using dye-sublimation, these prints offer a sleek, modern look in a compact size, ideal for small spaces.
  • Woodstand Prints: These prints come with a stylish wooden stand, combining the natural look of wood with the vibrant quality of our prints, without a frame. 

Elevate Your Space with Frameless Photo Art

Modern living room with exposed brick wall, displaying frameless picture frames - Canvas Prints and Metal Prints

Incorporating frameless picture frames into your home decor can enhance the visual appeal of your photos and also bring a modern, clean aesthetic to any space. The sleek, borderless design of frameless prints highlights the beauty of your images, while options like Metal Prints, Acrylic Prints, and Wood Prints offer unique ways to showcase your memories. Whether you choose the durability of Acrylic, the natural charm of Wood, or the versatility of Peel & Stick prints, frameless options provide a dynamic and stylish way to personalize your space.

Ready to transform your favourite photos into stunning works of art? Explore our wide range of frameless products and find the perfect option to fit your style and decor. Start creating your custom photo prints today and bring your cherished memories to life with our high-quality, frameless printing solutions.

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