FRAME SIZE FOR AN 11×17 TABLOID POSTER
The 11×17 inch poster (27.9×43.2 cm), also known as tabloid or ledger size, sits between A3 and A4 in scale. It is a favourite for gig posters, event flyers, and indie art prints. At this size, a mount makes a noticeable difference — it transforms a print that might otherwise look like a pinned-up flyer into a proper piece of wall art. Without a mount, you need an 11×17 inch frame. With a 2-inch mount border, the frame jumps to 15×21 inches. Use the calculator below for your exact dimensions.
QUICK REFERENCE: 11×17" (TABLOID)
Inches
11" × 17"
Centimetres
27.9 × 43.2 cm
Frame without mount
11" × 17"
Frame with 2" mount
15" × 21"
CALCULATE YOUR FRAME SIZE
CALCULATE YOUR FRAME SIZE
Standard mount borders are 2–3". The Fine Art Trade Guild recommends a minimum of 2".
YOUR DIMENSIONS
Mount opening accounts for a 0.25" overlap per side — the mount lip that holds the poster in place.
Frame: 15" × 21"
WHERE TO HANG AN 11×17 POSTER
An 11×17 inch print is a compact piece that works well in smaller rooms and tight wall spaces. It is ideal above a writing desk, next to a bookshelf, or in a bathroom. In a kitchen, mount it on the wall opposite the window where it catches natural light. For home offices, hang it at seated eye level behind your monitor — about 110 cm from the floor. This size is also brilliant for staircase walls. Line up three or four 11×17 prints ascending the stairwell, spaced evenly to follow the angle of the stairs. Keep the gap between frames consistent (about 8–10 cm) for a clean look. In bedrooms, a single 11×17 print works above a bedside table or on a narrow wall section between a wardrobe and the door.
PRINTS CLOSE TO 11×17
We do not sell 11×17 inch prints, but our 8×12 inch size (£19.99) is the nearest match and comes with optional wooden or black framing. Perfect for the same compact spaces.
FRAMING TIPS
Gig posters and indie prints often have bold graphics that suit a slim, minimal frame. A 15 mm black or white moulding keeps the focus on the artwork. If the print has a lot of white space or a light background, a coloured mount (dark grey or charcoal) adds depth without clashing. For valuable screen prints, use UV-filtering glass.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is 11×17 the same as A3?
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