Shadow Box Frames Ireland | Shadowbox Picture Frames Wholesale
Shop our range of shadow box frames (also called shadowbox frames, box frames, or deep frames) for fast delivery across Ireland. Shadow boxes are deep-sided frames designed to display three-dimensional objects — medals, memorabilia, baby casts, coins, jerseys, keepsakes, and collectibles. Strand Framing manufactures solid wood shadow boxes in various depths and sizes.
Shadow Box vs Standard Box Frame
A shadow box is a deep frame with glazed front that creates a display case effect — the depth allows 3D objects to be mounted inside. Our shadow box range includes frames from 20mm to 70mm internal depth. Popular uses include: medal display frames, jersey framing, baby keepsake frames, coin collections, sports memorabilia, and military medal displays. Browse related products: all box frames, medal frames, picture frames.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shadow Box Frames
A shadow box frame (also called a shadowbox or deep frame) is a picture frame with significant internal depth — typically 20mm to 70mm — allowing three-dimensional objects to be displayed inside. The glazed front protects the contents while allowing them to be clearly seen. Shadow boxes are used for medals, memorabilia, keepsakes, coins, badges, and collectibles.
The terms shadow box and box frame are often used interchangeably. Technically, shadow boxes tend to have deeper internal space and are specifically designed for 3D objects, while box frames may also be used for flat prints with a floating/recessed effect. Our box frame range covers both uses — from shallow 20mm depth to deep 70mm shadowbox-style frames.
Shadow boxes can display a wide range of objects including: sports medals and running medals, military medals and badges, baby shoes, casts, and keepsakes, sports jerseys and shirts, coins and stamps, wedding memorabilia (confetti, invitations, dried flowers), ticket stubs, autographed items, and artwork with physical elements. The depth of the frame determines what size objects will fit.
Choose your shadow box depth based on the object thickness: 20-25mm for flat medals, badges, and coins; 30-40mm for standard medals with ribbons, key rings, and flat keepsakes; 50-70mm for 3D keepsakes, baby items, and bulkier memorabilia. If unsure, measure the thickest point of your object and add at least 10mm clearance.
Yes — we manufacture custom shadow box frames to any size and depth. Use our custom frame tool to specify dimensions, or contact us to discuss bespoke shadow box requirements. Custom shadow boxes are popular for unusual shaped items, large memorabilia displays, and corporate framing projects.
Our shadow box frames are available in black, white, natural wood, and oak finishes. Black is the most popular for medals and sports memorabilia. Natural wood suits baby keepsakes and wedding memorabilia. Browse the collection above for all current options.
Yes — Strand Framing offers wholesale shadow box pricing with bulk discounts. We supply medal engravers, sports clubs, military organisations, and trophy suppliers with regular shadow box orders. Contact us for trade pricing.
Yes, we deliver shadow box frames nationwide across Ireland and to the UK. Deep box frames are carefully packaged to prevent damage. Orders dispatched within 2-3 working days for stock items.
The best frame for displaying medals is a shadow box frame with sufficient depth to accommodate the medal and its ribbon — typically 30–50mm internal depth. Our medal display frames are available in black, natural wood, and oak finishes. For running medals and sports medals with ribbons, choose a 40–50mm deep shadow box. For military medals and badges, a 25–30mm deep frame is usually sufficient. We supply medal frames to sports clubs, medal engravers, and military organisations across Ireland and the UK.
