I recently had to return three different frames because they just weren’t the right fit for my photo. Between the frame sizes and different mat options, it was a strikeout each time. When I saw this tech-savvy hack from Türker Özenir, I thought, “If only I had seen this a few weeks ago!”
Türker wanted to solve a classic dilemma—figuring out which KNOPPÄNG or FISKBO frame (or any IKEA frame) is best for your print or photo, saying, “I was tired of guessing mat sizes and making unnecessary trips back to IKEA to return frames that didn’t fit my prints.” Therefore, they developed a digital tool called FrameFitChecker to solve the problem.
For someone like me, who lives over six hours from the nearest IKEA, something like this is a huge timesaver. I order things online or snag what I can when I’m on a road trip, so it’s critical to get it right the first time to avoid a bunch of frustration and hassle.
Want to give it a try? Here’s what you need to do!
What You’ll Need
- Smartphone, tablet, or computer, etc.
- The FrameFitChecker web tool
- The print or photo you want to frame
A Quickstart Guide for Finding the Best IKEA Frame
1. Upload Your Print
Go to the FrameFitChecker site and upload your image directly to the tool to see an instant preview.
2. Select a Frame
Choose an IKEA frame from the list by selecting IKEA mode. You don’t have to enter any measurements in this mode; the tool has all of the IKEA frame dimensions preloaded. However, there is also an option to enter custom measurements.
3. See Your Results and Buy Your Frame!
The tool automatically calculates the fit of your selected frame for your uploaded image. It tells you whether the print fits perfectly, needs trimming, or requires the included mat. Once you find the perfect frame for your pic, you can purchase with confidence.
What’s the Best Part of The Frame Fit Checker?
You don’t have to worry about checking IKEA’s specs for all of their frames (and that’s important, because there sure are a ton)! The tool does all the math for you automatically, and you can even visualize how your print will look in the frame.
Türker said the hardest part of this hack was building the database of all the different global IKEA frame sizes and their specific mat openings. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to worry about that because this super smart hacker did all the hard work for you.
Everything You Need to Know Is on the Site
The website walks you through the process and provides plenty of helpful tips and information about using the tool. It includes a robust FAQ section and helpful suggestions for common sizes that work with certain frames.
The site also provides a critical bit of advice. Even though the database has tons of IKEA frame dimensions preloaded, Türker advises always measuring the visible opening when possible.
If you’re an IKEA fan, you know that there can be variations between all of the different countries and products. But if you don’t already have the frame or can’t make a trip to purchase it in person, this site should help you make a more accurate selection.
This hack has me wondering: how many times have you had to return an IKEA frame because it didn’t work for your print? Would this tool have saved you a lot of time? I’m all about things that can make life easier and give me back more minutes for my day!