Best frame sets

A frame set can add the finishing touches to any home project or make a great gift.

Gallery Perfect Frame Set
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Frame sets can come in very handy, whether you are decorating your home and keen to give it a personal touch, or simply looking to show a friend or loved one how much they mean to you. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, with features such an easel, hanger or hook, the frame sets we’ve selected can help make your house a home, or simply tell someone they’re special. Some of our picks are more suitable to family homes, with plastic rather than glass glazing, and some are must-haves for those wanting to inject a vintage feel into their home. Plus, given that all our products come as sets, you can always reserve a few frames for gifting, no matter how much you may love them.

Of our selections, our favorite is the Upsimples Frame Set, a classy choice available with a timeless white frame and cream window mat. Created for safe home use around children, they’re easy to mount and look great. At 11”x14”, they’re a sizeable pick and come in sets of five, so you can mount your own gallery wall should you wish to. Despite this being our best frame set, there are plenty of other great options listed below to suit different needs. So why not read on to hear more about this frame set and our other favorites?

Best frame set

Upsimples Frame Set

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Upsimples Frame Set

Family-friendly, chic and easy to mount

A modern choice that’s easy to set up and will suit any home.

Pros:

  • Easy mounting
  • Family-friendly
  • Chic design
  • Comes in a set of five
  • Non-trace nails included
  • Horizontal or vertical hang

Cons:

  • Plastic glaze instead of glass

The Upsimples Frame Set says stylish and contemporary. And best of all, it doesn't require an expert to set it up. Simply choose a photo, artwork or print that fits suitably behind the window mat, then place the plastic glaze in the frame, before placing the window mat, photo or artwork of choice and synthetic wood on top. It’s really that easy. The plastic glaze, from which you will need to remove the protective film, is a safe option for family homes and offers equal clarity to that of glass. Oh, and have you seen those white frames, which might we add, come in sets of five? Elegance in abundance…

Best vintage-style frame set

Q.Hou Rustic Brown Frames

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Q.Hou Rustic Brown Frames

Shabby chic never goes out of style

Give your home some vintage charm with these high-quality frames.

Pros:

  • Eco-friendly frame material
  • Wall mount or table-top display
  • Durable
  • Horizontal or vertical hang
  • Comes in a set of four

Cons:

  • Not the sturdiest
  • Non-trace nails not included
  • Window mat not included

Nothing gives home character like a little bit of rustic. These Q.Hou Rustic Brown Frames come in sets of four, making them ideal for gifting or tasteful displays in your home. Crafted from eco-friendly MDF wood, the frames have burnished brown accents, which give a charming, cottagey feel. Despite the stunning distressed style of the frames, they certainly don’t skimp on the other features. High-definition glass gives a clear view of your photo or artwork, and the pre-attached stamped hanging hardware means you can open and go as soon as they arrive. And you’ll be glad to know, they are sized to hold 8”x10” photos, meaning they are suitable for family snaps.

Best frame set for artworks

Golden State Art Frame Collection

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Golden State Art Frame Collection

Keep your prized artworks or prints safe with this frame set

Super-strength glass, removable window mat and bevel-cut glass – this really is the gold standard.

Pros:

  • Bevel-cut glass
  • Aluminum frame
  • Protective features
  • Understated
  • Sturdy
  • Professional 
  • Heat-strengthened glass
  • Comes in a set of seven

Cons:

  • Non-trace nails not included

Keeping art and photography safe is hot on the priorities of Golden State Art. And the Golden State Art Frame Collection is no exception to the rule. With a removable window mat, it ensures that your artwork doesn’t stick to the glass, all the while warding off water and heat damage. A neat trick: the window mat has been buffered to a neutral pH value so to protect your artwork for a longer period of time. The glazing, which is glass and bevel cut, looks classy and professional, perfect for showing off your favorite art. And that’s part of its magic. Because of its understated frames, which come in gold aluminum, it looks smart but gives the art the attention.

Best frame set for creatives

Gallery Perfect Frame Set

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Gallery Perfect Frame Set

If you’re feeling arty, this is sure to please

Get those creative juices flowing with this gallery wall kit. It’s easy to hang and comes with two contemporary art prints.

Pros:

  • Easy mounting
  • Two contemporary art prints included
  • Comes in a set of nine
  • Wall templates included
  • Modern design
  • Patented Wall-Grabber hardware

Cons:

  • Non-trace nails not included
  • Square shape limits artwork choices

Sometimes a little creativity can go a long way. That’s certainly the case with the Gallery Perfect Frame Set. Available in sets of nine square frames, created from wood, this product takes away the hassle and lets you get artistic. The patented Wall-Grabber hardware means mounting is easy, and the selection of wall templates allow you to design your own personal gallery. Often empty spaces in homes need something to give them a little pizzaz, and we think a wall curated with your favorite photography or art can help. Finished in black, the frames are sized at 12”x12” and can be arranged in a multitude of ways – and they come with two contemporary art prints. Put your Pinterest dreams into action, now. 

Best frame set for gifting

MCS Frame Set

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MCS Frame Set

A neat selection of sizes and plenty of frames, this set is a gifting dream

A solid pinewood frame with an antique finish says thank you in style.

Pros:

  • Traditional design
  • Pinewood frame
  • Comes in a set of ten
  • Various sizes in the set
  • Easel and triangle hangers
  • Easy to use

Cons:

  • Non-trace nails not included
  • Window mats not included

Nothing says thank you quite like a beautifully framed photograph, print or artwork. Not least when it’s framed in pinewood with an antique finish. As far as gift-giving goes, this MCS Frame Set delivers. Easy to use, thanks to the bendable metal tabs which hold the MDF backing in place, it comes with an easel for vertical or horizontal tabletop display, as well as two triangle hangers for horizontal or vert display. Each set comes with ten frames: two 8”x10”, four 5”x7” and four 4”x6”. So, when a gifting opportunity arises, you’ll have plenty to play with. All that’s left now is for you to select the photo or art you wish to display. Expect smiles all round.

Best value-for-money frame set

Americanflat Picture Frame Set

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Americanflat Picture Frame Set

When it comes to functionality, this pick scores high

Shatter-resistant glass, wooden frames and white beveled window mats make this quite the choice.

Pros:

  • Bevel-cut window mats
  • Wood frames
  • Easy to use
  • Shatter-resistant glass
  • Hanging wire and brackets included
  • Comes in a set of four

Cons:

  • Non-trace nails not included

Getting your money’s worth can be hard work, especially when you refuse to compromise on functionality. However, this Americanflat Picture Frame Set provides the best of both. Offering shatter-resistant glass, timeless wood frames in a black finish and sturdy backboards, it’s a great way to get the best out of your photos. Molded in gallery-style, each frame is hand-crafted and durable, and best of all, they come with a moving hanger that allows you to adjust the frame to your preferred position. One other thing: if you prefer to not use the easel or standard hanging hardware, you can use the hanging wire or brackets that come as a sweet little extra. Neat, right?

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So, there it is. We selected the best frame sets with you in mind. Whilst we did have a top pick, the family-friendly and chic Upsimples Frame Set, we can’t pretend we didn’t love all our other choices. In fact, if you’ve particular criteria you’re looking to fill, perhaps our other options may float your boat. 

Vintage lovers, look to Q.Hou Rustic Brown Frames – you won’t be disappointed. Those of you keen to showcase your art collection, try the Golden State Art Frame Collection. And those itching to get arty, it simply has to be the Gallery Perfect Frame Set.

But what about those in need of sweet, sentimental gifting options? Well, we can only recommend the MCS Frame Set. Finally, if you are always looking to get bang for your buck, but won’t skimp on quality, then we’d suggest the Americanflat Picture Frame Set.

Joseph Bobowicz
Freelance Contributor

Working across digital and print publications, Joseph Bobowicz is a London-born writer obsessed with books, culture, and all things new. When he's not writing about fashion for i-D and the Independent, he's out sourcing the best homewares to incorporate into any humble abode, fixer-upper, or first-time buy alike.