Ampersand Art Supply Float Frame 16x20 Walnut — Bold 1.5" Rabbet, Glass-Free Gallery Frame

Ampersand Float Frame 1.5in Bold 16x20 Walnut is a hardwood gallery floater frame engineered to showcase canvases and mounted art with a clean, glass-free floating edge and included installation hardware.

Built with archival-minded details and workshop-grade materials, this Ampersand floater frame pairs a substantial walnut finish with a deep 1.5" rabbet to safely cradle finished canvases, cradled panels, and rigid-mounted prints. The Bold profile gives a strong visual border while preserving the artwork’s front edges, and the kit includes everything needed to hang your piece securely without custom framing delays.

How does this frame create the floating look for my canvas?

The frame’s open-back design and deeper rabbet leave a visible gap between the panel edge and the frame face, producing the sought-after floating effect that reveals the artwork’s full sides. No glass or mat interrupts the surface, so textures, paint edges, and the canvas wrap remain visible and unobstructed. Its wider base supports corners and prevents contact with the wall.

• 1.5" rabbet depth accommodates deep cradled panels and finished canvases.
• Open-back, glass-free presentation keeps edges fully visible.
• Wider base and countersunk holes ensure flush, stable hanging.

Will this frame fit my artwork thickness and mounting needs?

This Bold 1.5" profile is intended for full-depth pieces up to 1.5" thick; for shallower works choose the 7/8" option with riser blocks included. Paper or print media should be adhered to a rigid backing before installing for a secure fit and proper spacing. The frame’s dimensions match standard canvas sizes for straightforward pairing.

• Designed for 1.5" deep cradled panels and finished canvases.
• 7/8" alternative available with risers for thinner works.
• Recommended: mount paper prints to rigid backing prior to framing.

What hardware and installation steps are included?

Everything required for a professional hang ships with the frame — no extra trips to the hardware store or temporary taping tricks. The package contains mounting screws, screw eyes, 20 lb. hanging wire, bumper pads, a wall hook, and a nail so you can complete installation right away. Pre-drilled countersunk holes ensure the frame sits flush and looks finished on the wall.

• Complete kit: screws, screw eyes, wire, bumper pads, hook, and nail.
• Pre-drilled, countersunk holes for neat, flush installation.
• No adhesives or improvised mounting required for standard canvases.

How does the Walnut Bold frame complement different art styles and interiors?

The warm walnut finish provides a neutral yet rich border that enhances oil, acrylic, mixed-media, and photographic work without overwhelming it. The Bold face offers a gallery-forward presence that reads equally well in contemporary lofts, traditional homes, or studio walls. Choose Black, White, Maple, or Walnut to coordinate with your décor or gallery grouping.

• Warm walnut tone highlights colour and texture without distraction.
• Bold profile creates a strong silhouette for gallery impact.
• Available in multiple finishes for cohesive wall arrangements.

Who is this for: Artists, photographers, and collectors who want a high-quality, ready-to-hang gallery presentation without custom-framing costs will appreciate this Ampersand Float Frame. It’s especially well suited to painters using Ampersand archival surfaces (Gessobord, Claybord, Aquabord), cradled panel makers, and anyone displaying finished canvases, mounted giclées, or family portraits that benefit from a glass-free, edge-revealing presentation. If you need a substantial visual border and secure, archival-conscious construction in a DIY-friendly package, this Walnut Bold 1.5" floater frame is designed for you.