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Whether you have a canvas you're fitting to stretcher bars, or you’re styling a wall in your home, you’ll need to make sure you know the dimensions of your art or area.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Here at Frame Destination, we get a lot of questions about measuring artwork accurately to ensure the correct frame size is purchased. After all, this is a critical aspect of framing art with precision and care. In this blog, we’ll share tips and our preferred measuring tool to help you avoid mistakes when choosing frames or mats to showcase your artwork.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Measuring Tools\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>There are several types of measuring tools, some best suited for certain types of work. Our preferred option for measuring frames or artwork is a contractor’s tape, shown here.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"524\" src=\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogIMG_MeasureTape_IMG1-1024x524.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of retractable tape measure.\" class=\"wp-post-8374 wp-image-8375\"/>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Others that work well are a standard wooden ruler, a flat architect’s ruler, or the old-school yardstick, which is also acceptable if it’s in good condition. Even a tailor’s measuring tape is fine though it may be a bit trickier to get it to lay flat. Whatever you use will need to extend and lie perfectly straight and flat for accuracy.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"524\" src=\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogIMG_MeasureTape_IMG2-1024x524.jpg\" alt=\"Measuring tape being used to measure short edge of photo. \" class=\"wp-post-8374 wp-image-8376\"/>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Calculating Measurements\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Let's talk about the contractor’s measuring tape and why it is our favorite when measuring frames or art. It’s long enough to measure multiple sizes, rigid enough to stay straight, and it helps us do some of the work by identifying the main fractions of measurement.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>A contractor’s tape labels the main ticks or markings that represent fractions of an inch. This is helpful because often, you’ll need to note those fractions if your item measures to those ticks. If you don’t have these labels on your ruler or tape, let’s understand what all the ticks mean so you can quickly note them in your dimensions.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"524\" src=\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogIMG_MeasureTape_IMG3-1024x524.jpg\" alt=\"Pointing out 1/2 inch mark on retractable tape measure.\" class=\"wp-post-8374 wp-image-8377\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"/>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The markings on a ruler from the start to the 1-inch mark are: 1⁄16“, 1⁄8“, 3⁄16“, 1⁄4“, 5⁄16“, 3⁄8“, 7⁄16“, 1⁄2“, 9⁄16“, 5⁄8“, 11⁄16“, 3⁄4“, 13⁄16“, 7⁄8“, 15⁄16“, and 1 inch. If the measurement is over 1 inch, simply use the number on the ruler and add the fraction. For instance, if it is two ticks past the number 3 tick, the measurement is 3 and 1/8 inch.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"524\" src=\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogIMG_MeasureTape_IMG4-1024x524.jpg\" alt=\"illustrating the steps from 0 inches to 1 inch calling out in 1/6th inch increments. \" class=\"wp-post-8374 wp-image-8378\"/>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Generally, a standard photo or piece of art will come close to the inch or half-inch mark, so remember that the large-number ticks are your inch marks, and in between the inch markings are the mid-sized, half-inch markings.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Important Tips for Measuring\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>1. \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Inches vs. centimeters.\u003C/em>\u003C/strong> Make sure you’re using the correct unit of measurement. Generally, the dimensions of art or frames in a retail shop in the US or online will be stated in inches. Most rulers or measuring tapes have inches marked on one side and centimeters marked on the other.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"524\" src=\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogIMG_MeasureTape_IMG5-1024x524.jpg\" alt=\"Using wooden ruler to measure photo. \" class=\"wp-post-8374 wp-image-8379\"/>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>2. \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Start at zero.\u003C/em>\u003C/strong> Note that some measuring tools have a little extra space at the beginning, so always start at the zero mark. Line up the edge of your item at that zero mark or where the ruler ticks begin, not the edge of the measuring tape.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>3. \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Write it down.\u003C/em>\u003C/strong> Keep a pen and paper or digital device handy to write down the measurements as you take them. You think you’ll remember — until you don’t!\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Now you can display your creations at their best! Framing is not just about protection; it's about presentation, enhancing the visual appeal of your art, and ensuring it captures the attention it deserves.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Even though measurement math can seem fuzzy, we hope you can see the method in the madness. And if not, no worries because Frame Destination is here to help. Watch our video where Sean walks you through these steps and tips.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Measuring Methods for Artists: Framing Essentials\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/UR_Mb65WWNA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen>\u003C/iframe>\n\u003C/div>\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C/div>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When you're ready, our step-by-step tutorial will show you \u003Ca href=\"https://youtu.be/uluUg_nj6sM\">how to measure your picture frame\u003C/a> or \u003Ca href=\"https://youtu.be/dPTqNlCSIXU\">artwork\u003C/a> to get the exact precise look you desire every time.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For any questions or to order your custom hand crafted frames please give us a ring at 972-479-1188, chat with us on our website, or email us at info@Frame Destination.com.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Related Topics:\u003C/em>\u003Cbr>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/picture-frames/picture-frame-dimensions-explained\">Picture Frame Dimensions Explained\u003C/a>\u003Cbr>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/info/picture-frame-sizes.html\">Standard Picture Frame Sizes\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Last updated August 8, 2024\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Written by \u003Ca href=\"/info/mark-rogers-author.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mark Rogers\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/c_lpad,dpr_2.0,q_auto/v1/media/wysiwyg/Mark_Rogers.jpeg?_i=AB\" style=\"float:left;height:100px;width:100px;padding:5px;\" alt=\"Mark Rogers\"> Mark Rogers is the President and Co-Founder of Frame Destination. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Mark has become a leading authority on framing techniques and best practices, and has earned a reputation for his innovative approaches to custom framing and frame services for photographers and artists.\u003C/p>\u003Cbr>\n\n\n\n\u003Cstyle>\n.wp-block-embed__wrapper {\nposition: relative;\npadding-bottom: 56.25%;\nheight:0;\noverflow:hidden !important;\n}\n.wp-block-embed__wrapper iframe {\nposition: absolute;\n    top: 0;\n    left: 0;\n    width: 100%;\n    height: 100%;\n}\n.wp-embed-aspect-16-9 {max-width:640px;}\n\u003C/style>\n\n\u003Cstyle>.blog-post img {max-width:100%; height:auto;}\n.has-fixed-layout {width:300px;margin:20px 0;}\ntable, th, td {\n  border: 1px solid black;\n}\n\u003C/style>\n","2024-08-08T10:22:18",[145],{"name":146,"slug":147},"Resources","resources",{"url":149,"label":150},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogHero_MeasureTape.jpg","",{"name":152},"Mark Rogers",{"title":154,"metaDesc":150,"metaKeywords":150,"canonical":155,"schema":156},"How to Use a Measuring Tape - Frame Destination","https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/how-to-use-a-measuring-tape",{"articleType":157,"pageType":158,"raw":160},[],[159],"WebPage","{\"@context\":\"https://schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/how-to-use-a-measuring-tape\",\"url\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/how-to-use-a-measuring-tape\",\"name\":\"How to Use a Measuring Tape - Frame Destination\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/how-to-use-a-measuring-tape#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/how-to-use-a-measuring-tape#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogHero_MeasureTape.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-08-08T15:22:18+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-08-12T14:57:08+00:00\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/#/schema/person/9e4cf1f2b328b01d3bb9f0a0f1d70d5c\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/how-to-use-a-measuring-tape\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/resources/how-to-use-a-measuring-tape#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogHero_MeasureTape.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FD-BlogHero_MeasureTape.jpg\",\"width\":1200,\"height\":628},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/#website\",\"url\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/\",\"name\":\"Frame Destination\",\"description\":\"Protecting your Artwork is our Business\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/#/schema/person/9e4cf1f2b328b01d3bb9f0a0f1d70d5c\",\"name\":\"Mark Rogers\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/#/schema/person/image/\",\"url\":\"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/2afb859a5a699cc4a5bfdda06f6cafdf?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/2afb859a5a699cc4a5bfdda06f6cafdf?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Mark Rogers\"},\"description\":\"Mark Rogers is an amateur photographer and the founder of Frame Destination, Inc. 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