A 20 x 25 cm frame holds a picture measuring 20 × 25 cm, which is 7.9 × 9.8 inches. It's the UK metric equivalent of a 10x8 inch frame (20.3 × 25.4 cm), the classic size for portrait and wedding photos. With a mount, it's also the go-to frame for showing a 6x4, 7x5 or 8x6 photo with an even border.
In this guide
20 x 25 cm in every unit
| Unit | Width × height (portrait) |
|---|---|
| Centimetres | 20 × 25 cm |
| Millimetres | 200 × 250 mm |
| Inches | 7.9 × 9.8 in |
| Shape | 4:5, the same as a 10x8 photo |
20 x 25 cm vs 10x8 and A4
| Size | Centimetres | Difference from 20 x 25 cm |
|---|---|---|
| 10x8 inches | 20.3 × 25.4 | 0.3 cm wider, 0.4 cm taller |
| A4 | 21 × 29.7 | 1 cm wider, 4.7 cm taller |
| 20 x 30 cm | 20 × 30 | Same width, 5 cm taller |
A 10x8 photo printed at exactly 10 x 8 inches is a few millimetres bigger than a 20 x 25 cm frame, so measure it, and trim the white edge or choose made to measure if it's too big. A4 is a different shape altogether and won't fit. In the UK we make this frame at exactly 20 × 25 cm; in our US store the same frame is sold as 8 x 10 inches.
What fits in a 20 x 25 cm frame
| Picture | Mount border |
|---|---|
| 20 × 25 cm print | None, fills the frame |
| 8x6 photo | About 2.4 cm, even all round |
| 7x5 photo | About 3.6 cm, even all round |
| 6x4 photo | About 4.9 cm, even all round |
That's what makes this size so useful: the three most common photo sizes all sit in it with an even border. To frame a 20 x 25 cm print with a mount, go up to a 28 x 35 cm frame (about 4 cm at the sides and 5 cm top and bottom).
How big it looks
| Moulding width | Outside size of the frame |
|---|---|
| Slim, 20 mm | About 24 × 29 cm |
| Medium, 35 mm | About 27 × 32 cm |
| Wide, 50 mm | About 30 × 35 cm |
On its own, a 20 x 25 cm frame suits a desk, shelf, mantelpiece or bedside table. On a wall, it works best grouped, for example a grid of family photos or as smaller pieces in a gallery wall.
20 x 25 cm in pixels
| Resolution | Pixels (portrait) |
|---|---|
| 300 ppi (high quality) | 2362 × 2953 px |
| 150 ppi | 1181 × 1476 px |
Most phone photos are big enough to print sharply at this size, though a phone photo is a 3:4 shape, so it will be cropped slightly to fit 4:5.
Browse our 20 x 25 cm frames, handmade to order by Guild Certified Framers. Tap Preview Your Own Artwork on any of them to see your photo in the frame first.
Key takeaways
- 20 x 25 cm is 7.9 × 9.8 inches, the UK metric version of a 10x8 frame.
- An exact 10 x 8 inch print is a few millimetres bigger, so measure it first.
- 6x4, 7x5 and 8x6 photos all fit with an even mount border.
- A4 is a different shape and won't fit.
- Framed, it's about 24 × 29 cm to 30 × 35 cm.
Common questions
Is 20 x 25 cm the same as 10x8?
Nearly. 10 x 8 inches is 20.3 × 25.4 cm, a few millimetres bigger. In the UK, 10x8 frames are usually made at 20 × 25 cm.
How big is a 20 x 25 cm frame in inches?
It holds a picture of 7.9 × 9.8 inches. The outside is bigger by the moulding width.
Will an A4 print fit a 20 x 25 cm frame?
No. A4 is 21 × 29.7 cm, wider and nearly 5 cm taller, and a different shape.
What photo fits a 20 x 25 cm frame with a mount?
A 6x4, 7x5 or 8x6 photo. All three sit with an even border, of about 4.9 cm, 3.6 cm and 2.4 cm respectively.
What size frame for a 20 x 25 cm print with a mount?
A 28 x 35 cm frame, which gives a border of about 4 cm at the sides and 5 cm top and bottom.
More size guides: 30 x 40 cm, A4, what is a picture mount and the full picture frame size chart.
About the author: Trevor Beers
Trevor Beers is a guest writer for East Side Studio London. With two degrees in English language and a passion for contemporary art, he explores the intersections of culture, criticism, and collecting. Splitting his time between London and Austin, Trevor brings an academic eye to emerging art scenes, offering thoughtful perspectives on today's evolving art landscape.
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