Make a Statement
The space around the print creates a floating effect for a visually dynamic display.
Float Frames
Transform images into one-of-a-kind wall art by adding a handcrafted Float Frame to a variety of print surfaces including Photographic & Fine Art Prints, Gallery Wraps, Metal Prints, and Wood Prints.
- Four unique moulding styles, each with various color options
- ⅛" space between the frame and the print creates a floating illusion
- Delivered ready to display with a wire hanger
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Or Start from a Studio Project. Float Frames can be ordered with any of our print surfaces online. Select options available in ROES. Learn more about ordering options.
ROES Ordering
Gallery Wraps
Float Frames can be added to any of our Premium Gallery Wraps in ROES. For our other print styles, please order online. You can also order Frame Corners & Sticks within the Guides + Sample Sets Catalog.
Learn how to get started with ROES ordering
Tools to Sell
From automated workflows to direct client ordering and automatic fulfillment, we connect with the industry’s top software. Learn more about our integrated partners.
Shipping speed upgrades are available or drop ship directly to your client. Shipping Options
Need a size you don’t see listed? Contact us for a custom quote.
Accepted Files
Prepare your work for printing by saving high-quality JPEG files with an embedded color profile.
- Export files tagged with an RGB Color Profile—P3, Adobe RGB, and sRGB are all great options.
- We recommend saving your files at a JPEG quality of 10 or higher in Photoshop, 90% in Lightroom, or the equivalent in your editing tool.
- Most products are printed at 300 DPI, and we’ll automatically resize your files for printing. For more precise control, you can resize your files and apply any sharpening before submitting.
Frame Corners & Sticks
Frame and Mat Corners and Sticks are available for purchase through ROES in the Frame Sample Sets catalog under the Guides + Sample Sets section.
Explore all available product samples.
Use our Unbranded Float Frame Moulding Guide as a sales tool to share frame moulding options with clients.
About Float Frames
A High-End Finishing Touch
Impressive products like Wall Art will help your business flourish. If you and your clients want something unique and new, add a Float Frame!
Turn your printed images into a finished masterpiece. Choose from several contemporary Float Frame moulding styles—all handcrafted in-house—each with a different aesthetic to enhance any setting. No matter what print style you are framing, our Float Frames will transform your images into extraordinary pieces of art.
Each print is mounted within your selected moulding, with a ⅛" space between the frame and the print. This creates the subtle illusion that your image is floating inside, which gives them their name. Show your clients that you offer high-quality products with a luxury experience.
Print Surfaces |
Frame our Photographic, Fine Art, or Metal Prints along with Gallery Wraps and Wood Prints |
Mouldings |
13 moulding options all handcrafted in-house |
Hanging Options |
Arrives ready to hang finished with paper backing, a wire hanger, and bumpers. |
Sizes |
From 5×7" to 30×40" |
Product Options
Print Surfaces
Choose the perfect surface for your print and we’ll professionally frame it for you. Explore each print style to learn more about the print surfaces or paper types it offers.
Lustre
Deep Matte
Lustre with Protective Lamination
Photo Papers
Top-quality printing on professional archival papers to provide your clients with a timeless display.
3 Options Available
- Lustre: A semi-gloss paper with vibrant colors, sharp details, and excellent skin tones. This paper is printed with archival-level inkjet printers, giving it the look and feel of our traditional photo prints.
- Deep Matte: True non-reflective matte paper great for skin tones, soft images, and black & whites. Ultra-smooth and soft to the touch with slightly subdued colors.
- Lustre with Protective Lamination: A satin-like finish that offers your print substantial protection from UV, scuffs, and scratches.
Lustre
Deep Matte
Lustre with Protective Lamination
Smooth Matte
Aquarelle Rag
Photo Rag Baryta
Photo Rag Metallic
Torchon
Fine Art Prints
Inkjet-printed on papers with unique surface textures and thickness that provide both substance and beauty.
5 Paper Options Available:
- Smooth Matte Paper
- Aquarelle Rag Paper
- Photo Rag Baryta Paper
- Photo Rag Metallic Paper
- Torchon Paper
Smooth Matte
Aquarelle Rag
Photo Rag Baryta
Photo Rag Metallic
Torchon
White Base High Gloss Finish
White Base Semi-Gloss Finish
White Base Matte Finish
Clear Base High Gloss Finish
Clear Base Matte Finish
Metal Prints
Your images are printed on high-quality aluminum using an innovative dye sublimation process for a clean and lasting finish. Available with two base styles and multiple finish options.
White Base Metal: A smooth, opaque base with no metal texture showing through the final image.
- High Gloss
- Semi-Gloss Finish
- Matte Finish
Clear Base Metal: Allows the raw brushed metal texture to show through your image more clearly in the white or light-colored areas than in the dark-colored areas.
- High Gloss Finish
- Matte Finish
White Base High Gloss Finish
White Base Semi-Gloss Finish
White Base Matte Finish
Clear Base High Gloss Finish
Clear Base Matte Finish
Semi-Gloss Laminate
Matte Laminate
Giclée Gallery Wraps
Inkjet-printed premium fine art canvas hand-stretched over a strong poplar frame.
2 Finish Options Available:
- Premium Fine Art Canvas with Semi-Gloss Laminate
- Premium Fine Art Canvas with Matte Laminate
Semi-Gloss Laminate
Matte Laminate
Walnut Frame
Wood Prints - Custom Order
Natural wood grain shows through white and light areas for a soft, warm feel. Available via custom order only, contact customer service to get started.
Walnut Frame
Moulding Styles
Choose from four unique moulding lines, each with various color options to complement your selected print style and imagery.
Black
White
Classic
Width ⅜" · Depth 2 ⅛"
You can’t go wrong with these timeless frames! The solid painted colors and smooth surface make Classic Float Frames the perfect fit for all types of photography.
Moulding Profile Size: ⅜" wide with 2 ⅛" depth
Color Options: Black or White
Black
White
Natural
Walnut
Weathered Gray
Wood
Width 5⁄16" · Depth 2 3⁄16"
The perfect complementary touch for Wood Prints! All four mouldings are made from real wood, so you can finish any image with a natural frame that brings warmth into the home.
Moulding Profile Size: 5⁄16" wide with 2 3⁄16" depth
Color Options: Natural, Walnut, and Weathered Gray
Natural
Walnut
Weathered Gray
Champagne
Gold
Gray
Silver
Aged Metallic
Width ¼" · Depth 2 ¼"
With a softer, almost brushed appearance, Aged Metallic Float Frames offer a unique style you won’t find anywhere else.
Moulding Profile Size: ¼" wide with 2 ¼" depth
Color Options: Champagne, Gold, Gray, and Silver
Champagne
Gold
Gray
Silver
Black
Brass
Rose Gold
Silver
Satin Metal
Width ¼" · Depth 1 ⅞"
Satin Metal Float Frames have a slim profile and clean design to highlight any image. This frame line is made from colored aluminum that comes in four metallic options.
Moulding Profile Size: ¼" wide with 1 ⅞" depth
Color Options: Black, Brass, Rose Gold, and Silver
Black
Brass
Rose Gold
Silver
Display Hardware
Our Float Frames arrive ready to display with finished backing and hanging hardware. Opt for corner brackets to keep your frames level and flush to the wall.
Wire Hanger
The back is finished with paper backing, a wire hanger, and bumpers.
On metal mouldings
Corner Brackets
Corner brackets are available as an upgrade to keep your frames level and flush to the wall.
Size Limit: Not available for 5×7" or 5×10" prints
On metal mouldings
Pricing
Float Frame pricing available through our online ordering
Sign in to your account to explore pricing by selecting your desired size and finishing options to view pricing.
Not seeing the size you are looking for? This product is available in custom sizes. To get started, contact us for a quote.
Deliver orders directly to your clients with our drop shipping service. No invoice will be included, and there is no mention of WHCC anywhere on the box or paperwork.
This service is available for $7.95 per order, with the option to upgrade shipping speeds in most areas.
Learn more about our Drop Shipping service.
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FAQs
A picture float frame — also called a photo float frame or floater frame — is a style of frame with a small gap between the artwork and the frame edge. This creates the illusion that your image is floating inside the frame. Float frames add a modern, gallery-style look to any print.
Traditional frames hold artwork flush against a mat or backing, with the frame edge covering part of the image. Float frames leave a visible gap (typically ⅛") between the print and frame, so no part of your image is hidden. This creates depth and draws attention to the artwork itself.
Our Float Frames work with multiple print surfaces: Photographic Prints, Fine Art Prints, Acrylic Prints, Metal Prints, Gallery Wraps, and Wood Prints. Each surface pairs beautifully with the floating effect.
We offer four moulding lines with 13 color options total. Classic (black or white) offers timeless simplicity. Wood (natural, walnut, weathered gray) brings warmth. Aged Metallic (champagne, gold, gray, silver) adds a soft brushed look. Satin Metal (black, brass, rose gold, silver) provides a slim, modern profile.
Float Frames are available in sizes from 5×7" to 30×40". Standard sizes include 8×10", 11×14", 16×20", 20×30", 24×30", and more. Need a custom size? Contact us for a quote.
All Float Frames arrive ready to display with paper backing, a wire hanger, and bumpers pre-installed. For a more secure mount, corner brackets are available as an upgrade to keep your frame level and flush to the wall (available for sizes larger than 5×10").
Yes — Float Frames are an excellent choice for canvas. Our Gallery Wraps are inkjet-printed on premium fine art canvas and hand-stretched over a poplar frame. Adding a Float Frame gives the canvas a finished, gallery-quality presentation while maintaining the floating effect.
Yes. If you don't see the size you need in our standard options, contact us for a custom quote. We can accommodate special dimensions to fit unique projects or specific display requirements.
Fast — we're known for industry-leading turnaround times. See current production times at the top of this page. Free ground shipping is included, with speed upgrades and drop shipping available.
All our Float Frames are handcrafted in-house, not outsourced. We control quality at every step — from printing your image to building and finishing the frame. The result is a cohesive, professional product ready to hang and built to last.