Cheap frames

A carefully chosen frame can transform your room whilst protecting and enhancing the look of your photo, poster or artwork. Understanding why framing can be expensive first will help you make a more informed buying decision.

If you're looking for the lowest price, then remember two things - buy online and buy direct. eFrame is an online manufacturer of picture frames (no-middle men), offering an outstanding value proposition; expertise, range and low prices. Our guide to buying frames on a budget gives you more top tips.

You cut out the middle-man and pocket the savings yourself.

Big high street brands often advertise deals that look unbeatable, but buying directly from the manufacturer could save you money and has benefits like broader choice and more on-hand expertise.

Possibly, depending on how much you value your time. Making a picture frame is quite an involved process that we have perfected over 20 years. A heads-up - don't expect to save the same type of money you would by making your own furniture. On average, it takes our professional framers about 1 hour to make and ship a frame. However, it's important to remember that we have computerised machinery, professional framers, and materials, which speed up the process considerably.

There are roughly seven steps needed to make a typical picture frame that you would need to understand and complete:

• Source all the materials
• Measure and cut the moulding to size
• Join the corners of the frame using pins and specialist glue
• Cut the glazing and backing board to size
• Cut the mount (if one is needed)
• Finish off the frame with wood fillers and prepare the hanging hardware
• Quality check and pack the frame

Making your own frame can be rewarding; however, you may wonder whether it is worth your time. The price difference is unlikely to be considerable compared to buying a frame from us in the end once you've factored in the cost of fuel, tools and mistakes.

What about upcycling?

Upcycling your old frames is likely the most cost-effective way of refreshing your walls if you're on a particularly tight budget.

You can order a new mount for an old frame if your mount is yellowing.

Wholesale orders

Are you ordering in bulk? Our online volume pricing rewards shoppers buying wholesale quantities of 2 or more frames at once. These discounted prices are automatically calculated in your shopping basket.

Frames for business

Do you need frames and printing on a contract or ad-hoc basis? Our trade team has access to business-level pricing and the ability to offer dedicated account support and product options specifically designed for retail, hospitality and corporate framing requirements.