Give the square the right frame
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A square 50×50 cm motif has a clear presence without taking over an entire wall. Because no side dominates, it settles easily between two windows, above a narrow sideboard or as one of two matching frames side by side. As the format is square, it makes no difference which way the frame faces.
Many square posters are graphic, with large blocks of colour or a single, centred motif. Here the frame can either step into the background or become a deliberate part of the look. In our frame designer, you upload an image of your poster and see it with different wood types, colours and profiles, so you can judge whether it works best in a slim, light profile or a bolder, dark frame.
The preview changes as soon as you adjust a setting, so you can easily compare your favourites.
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50x50 frames with
Passepartout
With a passepartout, a 50x50 picture frame holds a 40×40 cm motif with a border of approx. 5 cm all round. A smaller 30×30 cm print gets approx. 10 cm and becomes a concentrated field in the middle of a large, calm surface. The passepartout is made from 1.5 mm thick board.
If you have a 50×50 cm poster that needs a passepartout, you will need a larger frame. A 60×60 cm frame gives a border of approx. 5 cm, while a 70×70 cm frame gives a wide border of approx. 10 cm. You can also order a made-to-measure frame.
There are 20 colours to choose from. Once you have entered the dimensions of your picture, the cutout is automatically made 10 mm smaller in both width and height. The passepartout therefore covers 5 mm of the picture on each side, and you can tape the picture to the back of the passepartout.
Select a frame above to see how the different passepartout colours look around a square motif.
Which glass should your
50x50 frame have?
Large areas of flat colour, often seen on square posters, show reflections more clearly than a motif full of detail. At 50×50 cm, weight also starts to matter. You can choose from four glazing options.
Standard glass is an affordable choice that shows colours and details clearly and has a surface that resists scratches better than acrylic. However, it reflects windows and lamps, is heavier and can break if knocked or dropped.
Acrylic glass weighs considerably less and does not shatter, which makes the frame easier to handle and hang. It reflects light in the same way as standard glass, and the surface scratches more easily, so only clean it with a soft cloth. Remove the protective film from both sides before framing.
Non-reflective glass reduces reflections with its matt surface, which helps if the frame hangs opposite a window. Colours may look slightly softer, though, especially with a passepartout between glass and motif, and reflections do not disappear entirely.
Museum glass combines high clarity with fewer reflections and UV protection that limits fading. It keeps clean blocks of colour crisp without the matt effect. It costs more, faint reflections can still occur, and the frame should not hang in direct sunlight.
Shipping of 50x50 frames worldwide
FedEx or GLS
We ship your 50×50 cm frame worldwide with GLS or FedEx. GLS can deliver to parcel shops in Sweden, Germany, Belgium and Poland.
Choosing real glass instead of acrylic makes shipping considerably more expensive. Glass is heavier and must be handled with extra care on the way, which means higher shipping costs and a greater risk of damage.
We pack every frame with care so that both frame and glass are protected in transit. As a result, the vast majority of frames with glass arrive safely.
50x50 frames with or without
Backing paper
Your 50×50 cm frame does not come with backing paper as standard. Most people do not need it, but you can add 1 mm thick backing paper in a subtle off-white shade with a fine texture.
The paper is ideal when a work on paper is smaller than the frame and should be shown against a visible background. This applies to a linocut or a screen print, for example, where the sheet's hand-torn or decorative edges are part of the look.
Backing paper also adds an extra layer between the artwork and the backing board. For delicate art, both the paper and the mounting materials should be acid-free.
Framing and hanging
50x50 frames
Before the poster goes in, the backing has to come out. Bend up the black tabs on the back and lift the hardboard backing out of the frame.
Wipe the inside of the glass with a soft, dry cloth so that no dust is trapped behind it. If the frame has acrylic glass, remove the protective film from both sides. Position the poster, put the backing back in and bend the tabs down again.
Tilt the hanging bracket slightly outwards so it can hook onto a screw or nail. If two frames are to hang side by side, it is a good idea to measure the spacing and mark the screws at the same height. Use a fixing that suits your wall type and can support the weight of the frame. We do not recommend adhesive nails for a 50×50 cm frame.