FRAME SIZE FOR A 16×24 POSTER
The 16×24 inch poster (40×60 cm) is the workhorse of home décor — large enough to make a statement, small enough to fit almost anywhere. It is the go-to size for prints above sofas, beds, and console tables. A 16×24 poster works with or without a mount, though adding one gives the piece a more polished, gallery-ready appearance. Without a mount, your frame needs a 16×24 inch opening. With a 2.5-inch mount border, you will need a 21×29 inch frame. Our calculator below handles the arithmetic for any mount width you prefer.
QUICK REFERENCE: 16×24"
Inches
16" × 24"
Centimetres
40.6 × 61 cm
Frame without mount
16" × 24"
Frame with 2" mount
20" × 28"
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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: 20" × 28"
We sell this size
SpicyEditions Bollywood-style art prints are available in 16×24" from £25.99. Framing available for 8×12" and 16×24" sizes.
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A 16×24 inch print is a mid-size piece that suits most rooms in the house. Above a two-seater sofa or a single bed, it fills the wall without overwhelming the furniture below. Hang the centre of the poster about 145–150 cm from the floor, or 15–20 cm above the sofa back. In a dining room, a pair of 16×24 prints flanking a mirror or a window creates a balanced, symmetrical arrangement. In a home office, a single framed print behind your desk adds personality to video calls. Kitchens and utility rooms also work — mount the print away from the hob and steam, and use a frame with glass (not acrylic) for easy wiping. A 16×24 poster fits comfortably on walls 80–120 cm wide, covering roughly 50–75% of the available space — the sweet spot for visual balance.
POPULAR 16×24 PRINTS
SpicyEditions prints are available in 16×24 inch from £25.99. This is our most popular size — big enough to notice, affordable enough to collect. Wooden and black framing is available.
FRAMING TIPS
A 16×24 poster pairs well with a medium moulding (20–30 mm wide). Black frames suit modern interiors, while natural oak or walnut tones work with mid-century and Scandi rooms. If you are using a mount, consider an off-white or warm cream rather than pure white — it softens the contrast and feels less clinical. For a bolder look, try a dark grey or black mount with a light-coloured print.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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