What is a Window Mount and why are they used?

A window mount is a type of ‘matting’ that is used to surround and enhance the appearance of a print. It is designed to be placed between the image and the frame’s glazing, creating a sense of depth and visual appeal to your frame.

Not only does it provide a layer of protection between the print and glazing, it also enhances the stylistic and professional look of the framed image.

The great thing about window mounts is that they can be customised – just choose your colour and size, and your frame can be tailored to suit your style.

Using the double mount option can create a sense of depth and dimension within the frame. By using a double mount, you can create a layered effect that adds a modern, contemporary and stylish finish.

Mount Colours

Here at ThisPicture, we have a wide variety of colour options to choose from; from olive green to textured white, we’re confident that we have the perfect colour for your image.

It’s important to be mindful when choosing your mount colour, as it can impact the overall appearance and visual aesthetic of your photo.

White mounts are a classic – they work well with almost all types of imagery and are often the colour of choice for studio portraits or formal shots. It creates a clean, simple look, and is a go-to option when you’re unsure.

Black mounts can be stunning when used in the right way. They work beautifully with black and white or dark photography and can be a great way to make your framed piece really stand out.

Off-white/cream mounts work really well with soft, warm images with minimal colour and contrast. You may need to be careful when using this type of mount with an image that contains a lot of bright white as it may clash. It’s worth playing around on our frame builder to be sure!

Grey mounts; we have a variety of grey toned mounts, each suitable for different types of imagery. Light grey mounts can give your frame a clean, contemporary feel, while darker greys can add depth and contrast.

Brown/Beige toned mounts are a unique choice yet still versatile. They can add warmth to your framed photo, and work with both traditional AND modern styles.

Pastel-coloured mounts can add a pop of colour without overpowering your image. You may have an image with blue accents, for example; try it with our light blue mount and it may finish the overall frame beautifully.

‘Earthy’ tones, like our Rust, Brown and Olive, work beautifully with photographs surrounding nature and the outdoors. Rural landscapes in particular could be the perfect match.

Bold Coloured mounts: Your image may be neutral with a pop of colour. Choosing a mount colour to complement this can be a great way to make the colour from your image stand out even further. Take our Yellow mount as an example; your image may be primarily grey, containing a person holding a yellow umbrella. Matching this with a yellow mount could create a fantastic visual effect.

Multi-Aperture

Multi-aperture frames are the perfect way of presenting multiple images in one place. You may have had a family photoshoot and can’t choose your favourite image, or maybe you have a series of shots from your favourite holiday. Whatever it may be, we can accommodate with a range of different layouts to showcase them beautifully.

Family Collage: Create a frame full of family photos from trips, holidays, photoshoots and milestones all in one place.

Holidays: Choose a selection of photos from a specific memorable holiday, as a visual diary to remind you of the memories from your favourite place.

Anniversaries: Dig out your favourite images of you and your loved one; you may have images you barely look at that would make a gorgeous visual diary.

Birthdays: Multi-aperture frames make lovely, thoughtful gifts. Choose the photos you know mean a lot to the recipient and create the perfect sentimental gift.

When building the frame on www.thispicture.co.uk and choosing your layout, consider the number of apertures and how visually appealing the overall outcome will be. You can create a sentimental piece of wall art while keeping it stylish!

Head to www.thispicture.co.uk to build your new Multi-Aperture frame!

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