Free shipping on a single framed poster is not standard
Shipping costs for single art prints depend on size, weight and destination. A flat free-shipping promise rarely survives contact with the actual order.
No. Auvrique does not offer free shipping on a single framed poster. Shipping costs for single art prints are calculated from the framed size, the weight of the glass and frame, and the delivery address. The charge appears at checkout before payment, so there are no surprise fees after the order is placed.
Why single framed posters rarely ship free
A framed poster is heavy and awkward to handle. The glass front, the frame moulding and the backing board all add weight that a flat print does not carry. Carriers price that weight and the extra handling separately, which is why free shipping on framed posters is uncommon across the trade.
The cost also shifts with destination. A domestic address within the same region is usually cheaper than an international one, and remote addresses can add a surcharge. The checkout shows the figure before you commit, which is the only reliable way to avoid a fee you did not expect.
What changes the final figure
Size is the first variable. A small framed poster ships for less than a large one because it fits a smaller parcel and weighs less. The frame material matters too, since a heavier moulding raises the parcel weight and can push the order into a higher carrier band.
The address is the second variable. Delivery to a city postcode is generally cheaper than delivery to a rural one, and some regions carry a longer transit time. If you want to compare options, the Port at Dieppe, Framed Poster page shows a concrete example of how a single framed poster is priced at checkout.
What to check before paying
- Confirm the framed dimensions on the product page before adding to basket.
- Enter the delivery postcode early to see the real shipping figure.
- Compare the framed poster total against a canvas edition if weight is the main concern.
- Read the refund policy if you need to return a framed piece that arrived damaged.
A practical way to keep the cost predictable
If the framed poster is the priority, order one and review the shipping line at checkout before paying. The figure is fixed at that point, so there is no later adjustment based on the carrier's discretion. That is the moment to decide whether the frame is worth the extra cost.
If the frame is not essential, a canvas edition is lighter and usually cheaper to ship. The The Cathedral, Canvas page is one example of an edition that avoids the glass and frame weight entirely. The choice between the two is a shipping decision as much as a display decision.
The cheapest framed poster is not always the cheapest to ship, because glass and frame weight decide the carrier band more than the image does.
| Variable | Effect on cost | Where you see it |
|---|---|---|
| Framed size | Larger parcels cost more | Product page and checkout |
| Frame and glass weight | Pushes the parcel into a higher band | Checkout shipping line |
| Delivery postcode | Remote and international add cost | Checkout before payment |
Key takeaways
- Free shipping on a single framed poster is not offered.
- Shipping costs for single art prints are shown at checkout before payment.
- Size, frame weight and delivery address all change the final figure.
- A canvas edition is usually cheaper to ship than a framed poster.
Related questions
Is the shipping figure fixed once I see it at checkout?
Yes. The shipping line shown at checkout is the figure you pay. It is calculated from the parcel weight, the framed dimensions and the delivery address entered at that point. There is no later adjustment unless the address changes after payment.
Can I avoid the framed poster shipping charge by choosing a different size?
A smaller framed poster usually ships for less because it weighs less and fits a smaller parcel. The saving is real but not always large, because the frame and glass still add weight regardless of the image size. Check the checkout figure for the exact size you want.
Does a canvas edition always ship for less than a framed poster?
A canvas edition is generally lighter because it has no glass and no frame moulding, so the carrier band is often lower. That does not guarantee the cheapest option in every case, because the canvas size and the destination still affect the final figure. Compare both at checkout before deciding.
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