Capturing memories and moments is a real blessing, especially these days when you can do it with the help of your phone as well. The first photograph ever taken dates from 1826, but ever since technology has evolved a lot, and nowadays we can enjoy real-life-looking images that we can take and display in our homes, offices and any other commercial facilities. 

However, none of this will be possible if you don’t have frames to display them. Aside from images, frames can also be used for displaying objects and this raises the question ‘Are all frames the same’?! 

What Is a Shadow Box Frame?

Generally speaking, shadow boxes with frames are carefully crafted designs to help you display all of your favourite objects and art and protect them from moisture, dust and sun. The shadow box frames are designed to display 3D objects to display shadows around them for added depth and effect. 

These frames in fact can create an added visual interest which makes them even more appealing for people. Usually, people use them for displaying a range of things like memorable collectables and artwork.

Benefits

As already mentioned, these frames are ideal for creating a safe place for everything you want to display regardless of their size and type. Usually made from quality wood, these boxes create a barrier between the glass and the object/memorabilia itself, offering utmost protection from humidity and condensation. On the other hand, they also offer protection from intentional or unintentional damage from physical touch.

These boxes are ideal for adding depth to the things you display which is important especially when it comes to adding objects and things that have a sentimental value to you.

What Are the Differences?

Dimension

As you can assume by now, the dimensions of shadowbox frames and ordinary ones are huge. While the regular ones are designed for displaying art pieces, photos and posters of different kinds, box frames have deeper dimensions to allow displaying 3D objects while creating a shadow cast. An interesting thing you should know about these shadow frames is that they slope slightly inwards to create a cave effect.

You don’t have to limit your creativity when it comes to using shadowbox frames. You can create a unique display by layering different objects of varying sizes and depths within the frame. This creates a stunning visual effect that adds depth and dimension to your space.

Visual Impact

Practice shows that these frames have a larger visual effect, so it isn’t strange why so many people and decorators use them for displaying some important things like awards, jerseys, coins, medals, coins and many other keepsakes.

While these boxes are extremely presentable and allow for being displayed anywhere you want, make sure to place them on walls where there’s little to no traffic because they tend to be hung far away from the wall. In other words, they can be easily knocked off.

Is a Shadow Box Frame the Same as a Floating Frame?

No, they aren’t. Even though they are a bit similar, the truth is that they are completely different in purpose and construction. The floating frame is designed to be attached to the artwork at its back while having a gap between them. This gap helps create an illusion that the artwork floats unsupported inside the frame (which in fact it isn’t).

Another difference between these two types of frames is that the floating ones are no deeper than the artworks displayed in them which gives them a more minimalist look. The shadow ones, on the other hand, are deeper which explains their ability to display all sorts of objects. Floating frames, on the other hand, are designed for displaying images, artworks and some other more minimalist embellishments.

Regarding their placement, both of these frames allow for being placed anywhere around the home. They allow being placed alone as accent frames or in a combination with others. That being said, both of them allow for being used for creating a gallery wall which is great for all those of you who have lots of things to display in them. Keep in mind that aside from walls, you can also display them on tables, shelves, mantles, console tables, side tables and in fact anywhere you want.

When it comes to choosing the right shadow frame, you should know that you can also choose from a large selection of sizes, materials, shapes and colours. All of these things play a huge role in how protected and safe the objects will be when displayed. 

Another important thing to know is that you can also choose from a large selection of depths which is of vital importance when choosing the right frame/s. The depth of your frames is closely related to the size of the objects you plan to display, so make sure to consider the things you plan to display. Measuring their height and width will help you determine the size of the frame.