Ampersand Art Supply Floater Frame 5x7 Bold Maple 7/8 in Depth, Solid Hardwood

Ampersand Floaterframe 5x7 in Bold Maple is a solid hardwood floater frame engineered to protect and showcase 5x7 wooden panels and canvases with a 7/8" depth.

Designed by Ampersand Art Supply specifically to solve common fit and protection problems, this floater frame lines up with panel cradles, keeps the artwork face recessed just below the frame edge, and includes a complete hardware pack so you can frame and hang right away. The Bold Maple finish provides a warm, gallery-ready border that complements a wide range of artwork and decor.

How does this frame protect the edges and face of my panel?

The Ampersand Floaterframe positions the artwork slightly below the front plane of the frame so the face and front edges are shielded from bumps and abrasion. The wider base and deeper rabbet match Ampersand cradles so the panel sits securely without pressure on the painted surface.

• Extended frame profile keeps the artwork face recessed and safe.
• Wider base aligns with panel cradles for stable support.
• Countersunk pre-drilled holes prevent screw heads from protruding.

What comes in the box and how simple is assembly?

Everything needed to mount and hang a 5x7 panel is included: the hardwood frame, screws for attaching the panel, screw eyes, coated hanging wire, bumper pads, plus a wall hook and nail. The hardware is organized for quick installation; for flat panels without cradles, riser blocks are provided with the 7/8" profile.

• All mounting screws and screw eyes included for secure attachment.
• 20 lb coated hanging wire and bumper pads for proper spacing and protection.
• Riser blocks included for flat panels up to 7/8" deep.

Will this frame work with different panel depths and display styles?

The Bold style is made so both 7/8" and 1 1/2" depths share identical outer dimensions, allowing a uniform wall grouping even when cradle depths vary. This 5x7 Bold Maple frame in the 7/8" option is ideal for cradled panels and flat panels (using risers) and can also present stretched canvas with a rigid backing.

• Bold profile retains same outer dimensions across depths for consistent displays.
• Compatible with cradled panels, flat panels (with risers), and rigid-backed canvases.
• Warm maple finish suits both contemporary and traditional interiors.

How does the floater aesthetic affect the artwork's visual presentation?

The subtle gap between artwork and frame creates a floating, museum-inspired presentation that leaves the piece unobstructed and free of glazing. Without glass or matting, textures, brushwork, and surface finishes remain fully visible, giving a clean, professional look that emphasizes the piece itself.

• Gallery floating effect maintains unobstructed view of surface detail.
• Glass-free design preserves texture and depth of paints and media.
• Maple tone frames colour harmoniously without overwhelming the artwork.

Who this frame is for: Artists, makers, and collectors who display small-scale panel or canvas work and want a ready-to-hang, protection-minded solution. The Ampersand Floaterframe 5x7 in Bold Maple is ideal for painters with 7/8" deep cradles or flat panels (use included risers), photographers mounting prints to rigid backing, and anyone seeking a clean, gallery-style presentation without custom framing delays or expense.