Photo Framing questions

[Frogskit]

Hi. All.

Just a quick question on framing a photo. What steps to take.
Tell me if I am wrong.

1. Pick a frame size
2. Frame inset / No Inset piece.
3. Size up photo to fit Frame / Inset piece.
4. Mount photo on backing.
5. Frame photo.

When you size up the photo do you undersize it a weeee bit or do you go for
the printed size, eg 10x8, 6x4 ....

Thanks for the Help in advance..

 

[the ghost]

Hmm so many variables..
mine depending on size if larger than A4, take pic to framers select mount against picture maybe 2 mountcards.
depending on colour of pic use say a black as main mount and about 5-9mm from it,s edge add 2nd mount say cream.so the black defines the picture.
Cream border always at least 2 inches wider allround then pic suitable frame I also get them some call it dry mounted well mine glued down using a machine that warms the sticky up and a vacum pulls the picture down

here a couple pics to show

 

[Frogskit]

Thanks Paul, I had a bit of difficulty getting my first print framed as I did not have a clue.
I like your lighthouse panorama. Heres One I took when I was in the area.

 

[the ghost]

nice image shame about the sky
but it always bland when it rough

 

[boliston]

That sky looks pretty good apart from a few spots of sensor dust