Black snap frames A5 to A0, 25mm border

Snap frames with black painted finish

• Shade of black is RAL 9005, a semi gloss finish.
• The rear profile (goes against the wall) is not powder coated as it is not seen in normal use.
• Supplied with anti-glare plastic poster protector sheet. Can be reversed for more glossy appearance.
• These black poster frames can be fitted portrait or landscape.

Size Information for black 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)
• A5 relates to the size of paper an A5 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 black snap frame sizes

These are the sizes we stock. Special size black snap frames are available to order. The cost is significantly higher than stock sizes which are mass produced.

Fix black snap frames using screws

• The usual way to permanently fix black snap frames 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 drill and screwdriver are required for screw fixing (and we recommend using a spirit level and tape measure to ensure the steel-look frames are properly aligned). If in doubt please consult a proficient DIY or trades person.

Fix black 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