A3 Snap Frame - Black

A3 Black frame

Our A3 black frames feature a 25mm surround - the most popular profile for snap frame poster holders in the UK. We stock a great range of frames with this size surround so you can mix and match your posters holders for dynamic-looking displays.

A3 Clip frames

Snap frames are sometimes referred to as clip frames but don't confuse these excellent quality, professional-use frames with the popular, but lower-quality, home-use poster frames with a hardboard back and clips. Our A3 black frames are perfect for hospitality and event venues for promotional posters where displays are regularly updated. Of course, these frames are great in the home too!

Size Information for Aluminium Snap Frames

• The width of the surround is 2.5cm = 25mm or 1 inch
• Front-to-back depth of 25mm profile snap frame: 12mm (approx 1/2 inch)
• A3 relates to the size of paper an A3 frame will fit.
• A narrow strip around the edge of your print is hidden when the frame is closed.
• Visible poster size: 22mm less than actual poster (i.e. 11mm all round your poster is hidden by the frame surround) 
• The overall size of the frame is larger than the paper inserted.
  Overall (external) frame sizes are shown in the table:

Table of standard snap frame sizes - relates to 25mm wide profile frames

Fix snap frames using screws

• The best way to permanently fix snap frame is with screws.
• Screws and plastic wall plugs are included with every snap frame we supply
• The wall plugs are for use with masonry walls such as brick and most plastered walls 
• When screwing onto wood the plugs are not needed 
• A power drill and screwdriver are required for screw fixing (and we recommend using a spirit level and tape measure to ensure the frames are properly aligned). If in doubt please consult a proficient DIY or trades person.

Fix snap frames using adhesive tape

• Rolls of double-side adhesive tape are available as an accessory item.
• If double-side adhesive tape is used to fix frames (in place of the screws supplied) please check the smoothness and suitability of the wall.
• Tiles and similar surfaces may be suitable provided they are cleaned thoroughly before application.
• Tape fixing is not suitable for surfaces with a non-stick coating or porous/foamed surfaces. 
• We recommend that tape is used around the full perimeter of the frame.
• Larger frames are normally best screwed. A residue of foam tape will be left on the wall or door after removal of the frame and the frame will usually be hard to get off.