Our Story

From our workshop to your wall, every frame is built with a touch of magic (and a lot of sawdust).

Established in 1981, Readymades started out as a small picture framing workshop, and has since grown into a renowned contract framing manufacturer, creating bespoke picture frames for clients all over the world.

  • Continuous innovation

    we understand that every project is unique, which is why we offer an extensive selection of over 300 picture frames in a wide range of colours, styles, sizes and finishes. 

  • Expert craftsmanship

    With over 400 years of combined experience, our skilled team handmake every one of our made to measure frames from our workshop in Basingstoke, Hampshire. We source only the finest materials to make our picture frames, including premium glazing options for crystal-clear protection and conservation-grade mounts to help preserve your artwork for years to come.

  • Scalable solutions

    Whether you need 50 frames or 5,000, we deliver outstanding quality at scale. As a trade picture frame specialist, our clients range from independent retailers to global brands – each trusting us to provide bespoke framing solutions tailored to their exact requirements. From large commercial installations to contract picture framing, no project is too big or small.

  • Our vision

    At Readymades, we specialise in custom contract picture framing, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create practical, high-quality products tailored to each project. As one of the UK's leading picture framers, we focus on delivering reliable frames designed to preserve and display your artwork, photos or memorabilia effectively for years to come.