Luckily, when it comes to framing precious photographs or prints there are quite a few cheap or even free options available to you. Below you will find some advice on finding cheap picture frames.

Determine What You Need

Before you go looking for discount picture frames, you need to determine what type and size of frame you require.

The first action you need to take is to determine which photographs or pictures you want framed. You should also decide on where you want them displayed – on the wall or in a standing frame? The actual look and style of the frame will depend on your personal tastes. However, remember that the frame will need to suit the colors and décor that surround it.

Probably one of the most important factors is the length and width of the pictures. You should measure each picture carefully to ensure that you buy the right sized frame.

Where to Buy Cheap Picture Frames

1. Garages sales are a good place to find cheap frames for your pictures. Almost at any garage sale you go to there will be a wide range of frames available. Of course, these will be used frames but they will be usually priced between 20c and $3.00, depending on the style, quality and size.

2. Thrift stores, like those set up by the Salvation Army and other charities, will often sell a wide range of frames that have been donated. The great thing about these types of stores is that they won’t usually sell items that are broken or too low of quality.

3. Dollar stores, as the name suggest, will stock picture frames for at least $1.00. I say “at least” because not all dollar stores sell all things for a dollar! But you will find for them for no more than a few dollars. Of course, the quality of these frames won’t be the best and the range limited but they will be sufficient for most purposes.

4. Reusing old frames is a good option if you have some old ones lying around. Often when you are putting up some new pictures you are replacing old ones. If the pictures are the same size, you can simply swap them over. If the frame is the wrong color, it doesn’t take much to paint the frame in a new style.

5. Craft and hobby stores will often have clearance sales and it is possible to pick up a frame at a cheap price.