ArtToFrames 17x20 Inch Black Picture Frame - Custom Wood Poster Frame

In this review of the ArtToFrames 17x20 Inch Black Picture Frame, the bottom line is simple: this frame is for anyone who wants a clean, custom look for 17x20 in prints without spending on museum glazing. The reviewer found the finished 19x22 in size and 1.25 in wide wood molding give prints a tailored presence, and the included economy acrylic and wire hanging set make it ready for wall display right away. This frame is best when you want solid build quality and a modest cost alternative to glass framing.

Key Features

• Ready to hang: The frame ships with a wire hanging set so a print can be mounted on the wall immediately without extra parts.
• Economy acrylic glazing: The included acrylic protects the print while keeping weight down for easier handling and hanging.
• Custom wood molding: The 1.25 in wide, black wood frame gives prints a framed, gallery-style look that enhances artwork or posters.
• Exact fit for 17x20 in images: The frame fits 17x20 in photos while presenting a finished outer size of 19x22 in for a balanced border.
• Practical rabbet depth: A 0.3750 in rabbet accepts most flat prints, photos, and mounted pieces for secure placement behind the lip.

Who It's For

The frame is aimed at hobbyists, photographers, and homeowners who want an affordable, attractive wood frame for 17x20 in prints and posters. Its ready-to-hang hardware and lighter acrylic glazing make it a good choice for renters or anyone who needs a stable, simple display solution without professional installation.

Those who need glazing with optical clarity or anti-reflective properties, or who plan to frame thick canvases or deep shadowboxes, should look elsewhere; the 0.3750 in rabbet and economy acrylic limit how thick or archival the protected artwork can be.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid wood construction and a 1.25 in wide molding provide a high-quality appearance that makes prints look custom framed.
• Includes economy acrylic and a hanging wire so the frame is usable out of the box and lighter to hang.
• Accurate sizing for 17x20 in photos with a finished outer size of 19x22 in that frames standard poster proportions well.
• Good value for money compared with custom framing options.

Cons

• The economy acrylic is lighter but not glass, which some buyers view as lower optical quality.
• The 0.3750 in rabbet limits framing to relatively thin art and prints rather than thick mounted pieces.

Specifications

Brand	ArtToFrames
Fits image size	17x20 in
Finished frame size	19x22 in
Frame width	1.25 in
Frame height (molding)	1.0000 in
Lip depth	0.25 in
Rabbet depth	0.3750 in
Glazing	Economy acrylic
Backing	Corrugated backing
Hanging hardware	Wire hanging set included

Our Verdict

The ArtToFrames 17x20 in Black Picture Frame is a practical, attractive choice for anyone framing standard 17x20 in prints who values a real wood look and ready-to-hang convenience. While the economy acrylic and modest rabbet depth mean it is not for archival glazing or very thick pieces, it offers excellent visual impact and value for routine home displays and casual gallery walls.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this frame come ready to hang?
The frame includes a wire hanging set so it can be mounted on the wall immediately after inserting the print.

What glazing does the frame use?
This model ships with economy acrylic glazing rather than glass, which reduces weight but is not the same optical quality as glass.

What is the maximum thickness of art it will hold?
The rabbet depth is 0.3750 in, so it works best for flat prints, photos, and thin mounted pieces rather than thick canvases.