You've picked the poster, chosen the size, and now you're staring at the framing options wondering if this is the decision that defines you as a person.
When Unframed Works Perfectly
Unframed posters aren't a compromise — they're a choice. If you're in a rental and move every year or two, unframed means you can roll them up and go. If you like rotating your wall art with the seasons or your mood, unframed keeps costs down and options open.
Unframed also works brilliantly in casual spaces. A bedroom, a home office, a kitchen nook — anywhere the vibe is relaxed rather than curated. Pin it, clip it, or use magnetic poster hangers for a clean look without the commitment.
Budget matters too. An unframed Camden Town poster at 16x24 inches is £25.99. That's a real piece of art for less than a round of drinks in Zone 1.
When Framing Is Worth Every Penny
A frame does three things: it protects the print, it sharpens the presentation, and it tells everyone who walks in that you made a deliberate choice. Framed posters look like they belong in a room permanently. They have weight and presence.
Go framed when it's for a living room, a hallway, or anywhere guests will see it. Go framed when it's a gift — nobody wants to gift someone homework ("here's a lovely poster, now go find a frame"). And go framed when the poster means something to you and you want it to last.
Our Battersea Power Station poster — a statement piece that earns a frame.
Black Frame vs Wooden Frame
We offer two frame options across our 8x12 and 16x24 inch sizes. Here's the honest breakdown:
Black frame — goes with everything. Modern flats, minimal interiors, rooms with lots of white or grey. It disappears into the background and lets the poster do the talking. If you're unsure, black is the safe bet.
Wooden frame — adds warmth. Works brilliantly in rooms with natural textures: wood floors, plants, woven rugs, exposed brick. If your space has any kind of boho, heritage, or lived-in feel, wooden frames match that energy.
One rule of thumb: look at your door frames and window frames. If they're dark or painted, go black. If they're natural wood, go wooden. Your room already made the choice for you.
A Note on Sizes
Framing is available on our 8x12 inch and 16x24 inch posters. The 24x36 inch size is unframed only — at that scale, the poster is already a statement and many people prefer to source a custom frame locally.
Need help choosing the right size first? Our poster size guide covers that in detail.
Pro Tip: Buying a poster as a gift? Always go framed. It arrives ready to hang, looks intentional, and saves the recipient from a weekend trip to a framing shop. The 8x12 framed is our most popular gift size at £49.99.
Can I frame a poster myself later?
Yes. Our unframed posters are standard sizes (8x12, 16x24, 24x36 inches) so off-the-shelf frames from any high street shop or online retailer will fit. IKEA's RIBBA range and Habitat's basic frames both work well.
What sizes come framed?
8x12 inches (£49.99) and 16x24 inches (£69.99). Both available in black or wooden frame. The 24x36 inch size is unframed only at £39.99.
Does framing affect shipping time?
Framed posters ship in protective packaging and may take 1-2 extra business days to dispatch compared to unframed. Shipping costs are slightly higher for framed orders — see our checkout for exact rates to your address.