Ampersand Art Supply Floaterframe 12x12 Bold Maple — 7/8" Depth, Solid Wood with Hardware

Ampersand's 12x12 Bold Floaterframe in maple is a solid hardwood floater frame with a 7/8" rabbet designed to protect and showcase cradled wood panels and canvases.

Artists asked for a floater frame that actually fits wooden panels; Ampersand answered by rethinking the fit and the hardware. This Bold maple Floaterframe positions the artwork slightly behind the face of the frame to shield edges, aligns the base with a panel cradle, and includes all mounting hardware so you can hang finished work right away. The 7/8" depth is ideal for common cradled panels and—when needed—comes with riser blocks for flat panels without cradles.

How does this floater frame protect my artwork?

The frame’s extended profile ensures the face of your piece sits recessed just behind the frame edge, preventing accidental scuffs while maintaining a floating appearance. The widened base aligns with panel cradles so the panel sits squarely and securely inside the rabbet. Countersunk holes on the back keep mounting screws flush, avoiding pressure points on the artwork and protecting walls from protruding screws.

• Recessed front prevents edge damage and wear.
• Wider rabbet matches panel cradle dimensions for stable support.
• Countersunk rear hardware keeps screws below the surface.
• Bumper pads included to protect wall and frame corners.

What’s included and how easy is it to hang?

Every Ampersand Floaterframe ships with a full hardware pack: eye screws, coated hanging wire, screws to attach your panel, bumper pads, and a hook and nail. Because the hardware is sized and countersunk for the frame, installation is straightforward and doesn’t require custom drilling. For uncradled flat panels, the 7/8" depth kit includes riser blocks to create the proper spacing.

• Complete hanging kit: eye screws, wire, hook, and nail.
• Attachment screws provided, pre-counterbored for a flush back.
• Riser blocks included for flat, non-cradled panels.
• Bumper pads keep framed work level and protect walls.

Will this frame fit different panel depths or canvas types?

The Bold profile is offered in two depths—7/8" and 1 1/2"—but maintains identical outer dimensions so frames look uniform across mixed-depth bodies. It’s designed primarily for Ampersand cradled panels but works well with stretched canvas or any rigid substrate when used with the included risers. If you need a narrower profile, consider Ampersand's Thin style, which varies outer profile by depth.

• Bold style: same outer size across depths for consistent display.
• Compatible with cradled panels and stretched canvas.
• Riser blocks adapt flat panels to the rabbet depth.
• Available colours: Maple (this listing), Black, White, Walnut.

How does the maple Bold Floaterframe affect presentation?

Maple offers a warm, natural finish that complements a wide range of media and colour palettes while presenting a bold, gallery-ready margin. The negative space between artwork and frame creates the signature floating effect that emphasizes the piece’s edges and depth. Because the face is slightly set back, the frame reads as part of the composition without hiding the perimeter of the work.

• Warm maple tone enhances both bright and muted artworks.
• Negative space highlights edges and emphasizes depth.
• Bold facing gives a dramatic, contemporary presentation.
• Solid hardwood construction resists warping over time.

Who is this for? The Ampersand 12x12 Bold Floaterframe in maple is made for painters, printmakers, and makers who use cradled panels or stretched canvases and want a professional, protective, and easy-to-install solution. It’s especially useful for artists who display multiple works and want consistent outer frame dimensions, or for anyone who prefers solid hardwood framing that preserves edge detail while simplifying hanging.