Custom ValuCore Picture Frames
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ValuCore Picture Frames
ValuCore picture frames are the smart solution for shoppers who want affordable picture frames and budget custom framing without sacrificing quality. Built from durable polystyrene frame mouldings at a wholesale price point, each frame is lightweight, warp-resistant, and moisture-proof for dependable everyday display. Every ValuCore frame is cut to your exact size in 1/16" increments and can be finished with custom mats, backing, and plexiglass. Start your order with our online frame builder and create a custom frame that fits your art and your budget.
Affordable ValuCore Picture Frames in Lightweight Polystyrene Styles
Shop custom-cut ValuCore picture frames made from durable polystyrene mouldings that deliver a wood-look finish at a lower cost. These lightweight poly frames are cut to your exact size in 1/16-inch increments, making them a smart choice for budget-friendly framing of photos, posters, and everyday artwork.
Build a Complete Bundle and Keep Your Framing Project in One Place
If you are comparing low-cost framing bundles, you can pair your ValuCore frame with online print and frame services or add essentials from our framing components section, including mats, glazing, and backing options to complete your order in one checkout.
ValuCore Picture Frame FAQs
What are ValuCore picture frames made out of?
ValuCore picture frames are made from high-density, eco-friendly polystyrene. This premium poly material is specifically engineered to mimic the exact textures, grains, and colors of traditional solid wood frames.
Because they are not made of wood, they are incredibly lightweight, highly durable, and completely moisture-proof.
How do I measure for a ValuCore picture frame?
Measuring your art correctly ensures a perfect fit every time. We build our ValuCore frames based on the inside dimensions of the frame's lip, which is called the rabbet. Do not measure the outside edges of the frame.
Framing without a mat: Simply measure the exact width and height of your artwork. Your art size matches your frame size.
Framing with a mat: Your frame size will match the outside dimensions (OD) of your mat board. The inside window opening of the mat will be cut to the exact size you enter. Whether you measure to the edge of the paper or the edge of the image, we highly recommend adding a 1/8-inch overlap. This overlap holds your paper securely in place and keeps it from falling through the window opening of the bottom mat.
Always double-check your numbers to the nearest 1/16-inch before placing your custom picture frame order!
Do ValuCore frames warp or fade over time?
No. One of the biggest advantages of our ValuCore poly frames is their resistance to environmental changes. Unlike wood, which can warp or crack in humid rooms, polystyrene is moisture-resistant.
This makes ValuCore frames an excellent choice for bathrooms, kitchens, or high-humidity coastal climates. The finishes are also fade-resistant to keep your display looking brand new.
Can ValuCore budget frames support heavy artwork?
ValuCore frames are highly durable and perfect for family photographs, corporate certificates, posters, and standard art prints.
Because polystyrene is more flexible than solid wood, we recommend choosing a wider profile width if you are framing oversized items to ensure maximum structural support. You can add heavy-duty backing boards and clear acrylic glass through our checkout tool to keep the entire presentation secure.