Description
Frame only · For existing stretched canvas
A Floating Frame for the Canvas You Already Own
Give your canvas artwork a clean, gallery-style finish with a custom floating frame. The canvas sits inside the frame with a visible gap around its edges, creating the appearance of floating within the surround.
Choose from the listed sizes and seven frame finishes to complement a photograph, painting or canvas print that is already stretched over a wooden stretcher.
This is a frame-only product. Canvas, artwork, printing and canvas stretching are not included. Your existing canvas will need to be fitted and secured inside the frame before hanging.
Need a new photo printed and framed together? Browse our Floating Frame Canvas Prints.
Listed Size Options in Centimetres
The product offers 35 size options across rectangular, square and panoramic formats. Use the options above to select a size and see its current price. The lists below use centimetres throughout.
Rectangular
- 20 × 30
- 30 × 40
- 30 × 45
- 40 × 50
- 30 × 50
- 40 × 60
- 45 × 60
- 50 × 60
- 50 × 75
- 60 × 80
- 60 × 90
- 75 × 100
- 80 × 120
- 90 × 120
Square
- 20 × 20
- 30 × 30
- 40 × 40
- 50 × 50
- 60 × 60
- 70 × 70
- 75 × 75
- 80 × 80
- 90 × 90
- 100 × 100
Panoramic
- 25 × 50
- 20 × 60
- 30 × 60
- 30 × 90
- 40 × 80
- 40 × 120
- 50 × 100
- 50 × 150
- 60 × 120
- 65 × 130
- 70 × 140
Measure the canvas you have. A nominal print size or an approximate inch conversion does not confirm a frame fit. Outside canvas dimensions, canvas depth and the frame's usable opening all matter.
For a size outside these options, request a quote with your canvas's actual width, height and depth in cm, preferred finish, quantity and delivery postcode. A custom request needs its own fit and price confirmation before ordering.
How to Measure an Existing Stretched Canvas
Measure the finished canvas itself, including the fabric wrapped around the wooden stretcher. Remove any existing decorative outer frame before taking your measurements.
Outside Width & Height
Measure from outside edge to outside edge across the back of the canvas. Check more than one point if the stretcher is uneven. Record the actual dimensions in cm without rounding to the nearest listed size.
Canvas Depth
Measure the thickness from the front surface to the back of the stretcher. Keep decimals where needed: for example, 19 mm is 1.9 cm. Depth must be checked as well as width and height.
Shape & Condition
Check that the stretcher is straight and reasonably square. Note any bowed edges, raised staples, protruding fittings or unusually thick paint that could affect how it sits in the frame.
Canvas Depth & the Floating Gap
Two canvases with the same width and height can still need different frame profiles if their depths differ. The important measurement is the space available for the canvas to sit and be secured, rather than the frame's overall outer depth.
The floating gap is the visible space between the canvas edge and the surrounding frame. An even gap helps create the finished look, but it is separate from your canvas measurements. Record the canvas's actual dimensions when asking about fit rather than guessing an allowance.
If your canvas has an unusual depth, uneven sides or an uncertain size, include front, side and back photos with your measurements. This makes a fit enquiry more useful than a photo of the front alone.
Choose Your Frame Finish
Match the frame to your artwork and the room where it will hang. A contrasting finish defines the canvas edge; a lighter finish can blend more gently with the surrounding wall.
Black & White
Black gives a defined border that works well with strong contrast and monochrome artwork. White creates a lighter surround for bright or softly coloured pieces.
Woodgrain & Light Woodgrain
Woodgrain and Light Woodgrain add a wood-look finish that can complement timber furniture, landscapes and warm colour palettes.
Gold, Antique Gold & Silver
Choose Gold, Antique Gold or Silver when you want a more decorative accent around your canvas.
Fitting Your Canvas & Hanging the Finished Piece
The frame surrounds your existing canvas; the canvas needs to be secured inside it before the finished piece is hung. Dry-fit and centre the canvas first so you can check the gap and the position of the front surface.
The fixing method needs to suit both the frame profile and the canvas stretcher. Keep fixings clear of the artwork and use wall fixings appropriate for the finished weight and wall type. For valuable or fragile artwork, a professional picture framer can help with fitting.
A frame-only order does not include printing or stretching your canvas. A rolled print or loose piece of canvas needs to be stretched onto a suitable stretcher before it can be fitted.
Ordering & Delivery in New Zealand
Have your canvas's actual width, height and depth ready, and check depth compatibility before ordering. Choose the listed size, finish and quantity using the product options above. Check the selected variant's price before adding it to your cart; an unlisted size or unsupported fit needs a separate quote.
Prices on this NZ store are in NZD. The published standard New Zealand shipping charge is NZD 9.95 per order. Review the delivery details and total shown at checkout, and see our delivery and ordering FAQ for the store's shipping information.
If you need the frame for a particular date, include that date in a custom quote or fit enquiry so production and delivery can be checked for your order.
Custom Floating Frame FAQs
Practical answers about buying a frame for your existing canvas.
