Do these frames look cheap and plasticky?
Not at all. Hanging on the wall polystyrene frames are indistinguishable from wood frames. For many people, the first time they know they are looking at a plastic frame is when they hold it in their hands. Polystyrene frames are surprisingly light. Are they strong enough? Yes. Polystyrene frames are sturdy and will not bow under weight. But don’t drop them. A hard blow can shatter pieces off of polystyrene frames. Also, if you are framing in sizes greater than 22″x24″, opt for acrylic instead of glass, to reduce weight strain at the joints. Who stands to benefit most from polystyrene plastic frames? Price conscious consumers and the framers who seek to serve them. By reducing the price of a typical frame job, the use of polystyrene frames generates increased business volume.
