What Are Custom Framed Prints? Everything You Need to Know
What Are Custom Framed Prints? Everything You Need to Know
A custom framed print is a high-resolution photo printed on a premium substrate — at Smallwoods, that's a canvas-textured board — and finished with a real wood frame. You upload your photo, choose your size and frame color, and the result ships to you ready to hang. Smallwoods handcrafts every custom framed print in Longview, Texas, with a 1–3 business day production time.
What a Custom Framed Print Actually Is
Unlike a standard photo print you'd get at a pharmacy or box store, a custom framed print from Smallwoods is built as a complete wall art piece:
- Print substrate: Premium canvas-textured board — gives your photo a museum-quality, glare-free finish that mimics real canvas texture without the higher cost of stretched canvas.
- Frame: Real wood grain in your choice of finish — Stained (dark walnut/espresso), Almond (light cream), Black, White (vinyl wrap for a crisp modern edge), or Natural.
- Size range: 8"×10" all the way up to 44"×22" — 10 standard sizes available.
- Ready to hang: Hanging instructions are printed on the back of every order. No trips to the frame shop required.
How the Process Works
Ordering a custom framed print from Smallwoods takes three steps:
- Upload your photo. Navigate to the designer and click "Upload Photos." Accepted formats include JPG, PNG, HEIC, TIFF, PSD, DNG, PDF, and WebP — so whether you're uploading a phone snapshot or a professional RAW file, it works.
- Customize. Select your size (8×10 to 44×22), frame color (Stained, Almond, Black, White, or Natural), and orientation (portrait or landscape). You can also add a text overlay using one of 40+ fonts.
- Order. Add to cart and check out. Your order enters production immediately — 1–3 business days — and ships from East Texas directly to your door.
All Custom Print Types Available at Smallwoods
Smallwoods offers six core custom print products, each suited to different tastes and spaces:
| Product | What It Is | Price Range | Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frames (CWFS) | Canvas-textured board in a real wood frame | $69–$139 | 8×10 to 44×22 (10 sizes) |
| Acrylic Frames | Same as Frames + crystal-clear UV-filtering acrylic | $69–$139 | 8×10 to 44×22 (10 sizes) |
| Framed Canvas | Real poly-cotton canvas floated in a slim wood frame | $89–$159 | 8×10 to 44×22 (9 sizes) |
| Wrapped Canvas | Gallery-wrap canvas on stretcher bars, no outer frame | $69–$139 | 8×10 to 44×22 (9 sizes) |
| Hanging Canvas | Canvas between two wood rails with rustic twine | $85–$109 | 16×16 to 24×44 (5 sizes) |
| Wood Cutouts | Custom-shaped wood print (circle, hexagon, square, etc.) | $69–$139 | 3" mini to 22" large |
How Much Do Custom Framed Prints Cost?
Smallwoods currently has up to 70% off on custom framed prints, starting at $39. The standard Frames product prices (current sale prices):
- 8"×10" — $69 (compare at $100)
- 12"×16" — $89 (compare at $120)
- 16"×16" — $99 (compare at $130)
- 25"×17" — $109 (compare at $150)
- 44"×22" — $139 (compare at $200)
When you order two or more, the bundle price drops even further — over half off in many cases. You can also order any non-standard size through Custom Customs, starting at $39.
Who Makes Them?
Every Smallwoods custom framed print is handcrafted at 3750 W Loop 281 in Longview, Texas — made in the USA. Over 3 million customers have ordered from Smallwoods, and the flagship Frames product has more than 487,000 customer reviews.
Materials: What's Inside a Smallwoods Frame?
The frame itself is real wood with a wood grain finish — not particle board, not plastic. The print is on premium canvas-textured board, which gives it a texture similar to canvas but with the dimensional stability of a board. This means no sagging, no stretching, and a crisp flat surface that stays true to your original photo for years.
Custom Framed Print vs. Alternatives
- vs. DIY framing: Buying a frame at a store and printing separately takes two trips and usually results in sizing mismatches. Smallwoods ships everything together, perfectly sized.
- vs. Canvas prints: Canvas is softer and more traditional but more expensive. Smallwoods's canvas-textured board achieves a similar aesthetic at a lower price point.
- vs. Custom photo labs: Most labs ship unframed prints and require you to frame them yourself. Smallwoods ships the complete product, ready to hang.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a custom framed print?
A: A custom framed print is a personalized photo printed on a premium canvas-textured board and finished with a real wood frame. At Smallwoods, they are handcrafted in East Texas and ship ready to hang in 1–3 business days.
Q: What photo formats can I upload?
A: Smallwoods accepts JPG, PNG, HEIC, TIFF, PSD, DNG, PDF, and WebP files.
Q: How long does production take?
A: All custom framed prints are produced in 1–3 business days. Shipping time is additional.
Q: What sizes are available?
A: Standard sizes run from 8×10 to 44×22 inches (10 total). Custom Customs handles any non-standard size, starting at $39.
Q: Can I return a custom framed print?
A: Custom items are non-returnable, but Smallwoods offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Damaged or defective prints are replaced — contact support@smallwoodhome.com.