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Old 05-03-04, 07:03 AM
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Frames for movie posters

In some of the photos people posted showcasing their DVD's and home theaters, some people have nice movie posters in frames. When I checked around the internet, I found those posters for around $16, but it appears the frames cost over $100. Is there any good place to buy those frames cheaper?
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Old 05-03-04, 08:07 AM
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I buy the ones from Suncoast for about $20 each. Whenever I've looked into custom frames, the prices are outragous!
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http://store.yahoo.net/moviedecor/index.html

Their snap open version is a little expensive but worth it if you like to cycle through posters.
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I have a bunch of the Suncoast ones ... the are pretty cheap and can be a pain in the ass to change out, but they get the job done.
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Originally posted by nemein
http://store.yahoo.net/moviedecor/index.html

Their snap open version is a little expensive but worth it if you like to cycle through posters.
Thanks for the link. Have you purchased any of the Plasti-Loc Side Frames? They are $25 if 4 or more are pucrhased, which is exactly what I am looking for. I also have to admit the Freestanding DVD Marquee looks cool. I wonder how it can be $30 bucks and solid steel, and some of the other frames are so expensive. Maybe it is just me, but I think steel would be more expenisive than cardboard and plastic.
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Nope I just have their snap-open frames. They attach to a wall and only have a clear plastic cover to put over the poster but overall they look really nice and are very easy to deal w/.
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my local Suncoast closed, so I was lacking a place to find them. Ended up finding some frames (about the same as suncoast) at Garden Ridge. Also for $20.
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There is no suncoast store by me. I tried looking for them on the web, and it appears they only sell DVD's.
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ya somebody please fill me in on where to get those frames from suncoast you speak of...$20 sounds very nice
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I buy mine from:

http://www.frameplace.com/
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Target has a good selection for cheap prices. i think i got one for 14 bucks.
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if you have a AC Moore near you, they sell 27x40 and 27x41 for $15 and some times on sale for $10 and they are nice. I have 6 of them
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I just noticed this weekend that my local Walmart has the exact 27x40 frames that Suncoast sells for $20.
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Originally posted by ManWNoName
Target has a good selection for cheap prices. i think i got one for 14 bucks.
As far as i know, Target only has sizes up to 24x36.
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I just noticed this weekend that my local Walmart has the exact 27x40 frames that Suncoast sells for $20.
How much does Walmart charge?
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they charge mom and pops out of their 40 year business
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I have NEVER found a 27x40 at a big retailer like Target/Wal-Mart/Meyer's/K-mart. I look all the time too(mutliple stores/multiple locations).

24x36 is the biggest I have seen at those stores.
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I only use cheap frames for the basement area...otherwise I take all mine into a framer and have them custom-fitted and styled. a few of mine also are lighted. I spend between $75 and $200 on frames...all depends on the film/print itself.
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I have all of my frames custom made. Yes, they are more expensive, but I prefer to make certain they're mounted on acid-free backing and I also use non-glare glass, which really highlights the poster without reflecting everything else in the room, something the Suncoast frames cannot do.
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I have yet to see a 27x40 poster frame at any other store than Suncoast. Post prices if you have seen them.

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Originally posted by rice4kidsinasia
ya somebody please fill me in on where to get those frames from suncoast you speak of...$20 sounds very nice
The Suncoast I speak of is located in the Hickory Point Mall in Forsyth Illinois, just outside of Decatur.
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If you have an IKEA near you, they sell frames that are supposedly 26x39, but I've never had a problem fitting standard movie posters in them. They run about $20.
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I just found two of these frames at my local Walmart (St. Charles, MO). Less than $20 each. Not too shabby.
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I purchase all my archival UV filtered / anti-glare frames here:

http://www.hollywoodposterframes.com/

Great service, great product, fair prices...

The amount you should spend on a frame really depends what your framing. Vintage originals or reprints.
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I've bought 27X40 frames at AC Moore for about $15...another store i bought from is Michael's Arts and Crafts (dont know if they are national or not), i have found them there on sale for $9 once or twice.
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