Lumi Frames Lightbox
Backlit Poster Frame & Movie Poster Light Box
An evenly lit panel behind your poster makes colors glow like a cinema lobby, from 12 × 18 up to 27 × 40.
$429 · 27 × 40 in (one-sheet)
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| Size | Price | Order |
|---|---|---|
| 12 × 18 in | $249 | Request 12 × 18 in |
| 16 × 24 in | $299 | Request 16 × 24 in |
| 24 × 36 in | $379 | Request 24 × 36 in |
| 27 × 40 in (one-sheet) | $429 | Request 27 × 40 in (one-sheet) |
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Posters, lit from within.
Lumi Frames Lightbox is a backlit poster frame. An LED light guide panel spreads light evenly across the whole print, so movie posters, art prints and backlit film glow without hot spots. Snap-open edges make swapping posters easy.
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Even from edge to edge
A light guide panel spreads LED light across the whole print, without visible dots.
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Snap-open frame
Flip the edges open to change posters in under a minute, without taking it off the wall.
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Tunable white
Choose 3000 K warm to 6500 K cool, dimmable to suit the room.
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About an inch deep
Sits close to the wall like a regular frame.
What is a backlit poster frame?
A backlit poster frame is a frame with a light panel behind the print, so the poster glows from within instead of relying on the light in the room. It is the home version of the light boxes you see in cinema lobbies and bus shelters. Colors look richer, and the image stays visible when the room goes dark, which is why these frames suit movie posters, home theaters and bold art prints.
Inside Lumi Frames Lightbox, LEDs run along the edges of a light guide panel that turns their light forward and spreads it across the whole poster. That design is called edge-lit, and it is the reason the frame is only about an inch deep. Our guide to edge-lit vs backlit frames explains how the two designs differ in depth and evenness. For the wider family of lit frames, start with what an illuminated frame is.
Choosing a size
Measure the poster itself, not the frame you think it needs. Then match it to the closest size:
| Size | Shape | Typical prints |
|---|---|---|
| 12 × 18 in | 2:3 | Small art prints, photo enlargements |
| 16 × 24 in | 2:3 | Art prints, mini posters, exhibition prints |
| 24 × 36 in | 2:3 | Large posters for music, games and art |
| 27 × 40 in | One-sheet | US theatrical movie posters |
The three smaller sizes share the same 2:3 shape, so a print made for one scales to the others without cropping. That matters if you plan to rotate a collection: pick the size that fits most of what you own. Posters from other countries and older releases come in other formats, so check the numbers in the picture frame size guide before you order.
Placement and brightness
- Eye level, with a view across the room. A lit poster is meant to be seen from a distance, so hang it where there is a clear line of sight.
- Give the TV some space. In a media room, a bright poster right beside the TV pulls attention away from the film. Hang it to one side of the room, or dim it or switch it off with the remote when the movie starts.
- Go lower than you expect. In a dark room, a small fraction of full brightness is usually plenty. The 1–100% dimmer gives you room to find that point.
- Mind the sun. The anti-glare cover cuts down reflections from windows and lamps, but direct sun on any print fades it over time.
The frame plugs in through a 12 V adapter that accepts 100–240 V, and it comes with both an in-line dimmer and an IR remote, so you can adjust it from the cord or from your seat.
Changing posters
Backlighting shows up everything between the light and your eye, including dust and fingerprints. A little care during a swap keeps the result clean:
- Switch the frame off and wash and dry your hands, or wear clean cotton or nitrile gloves.
- Flatten rolled posters first. Unroll the new poster face up on a clean surface, cover it with a sheet of clean paper and leave light, even weight on top for a day or so, so it lies flat against the panel.
- Open the snap edges with the frame still on the wall. The quick start guide in the box shows the exact steps.
- Hold posters by the edges as you take the old one out and set the new one in place, lining up the top edge first.
- Check for specks before you close the edges. Switch the light on briefly; any dust trapped under the cover will stand out, and it is easier to remove now than later.
- Close the edges and wipe the cover with a soft, dry microfiber cloth.
If your pictures are photos rather than posters, Lumi Frames Edge uses a similar light panel in a slim, cordless frame for desks, shelves and walls. For a frame where the light itself is the art, see Lumi Frames Neon.
Where a lit poster earns its wall
Outside the home theater
Hang a 27 × 40 in one-sheet by the door of a media room so guests walk past a glowing poster on the way to their seats.
A "now showing" rotation
Swap in the poster for whatever you are watching this week. Snap-open edges make a rotating display practical rather than a weekend project.
In a game room
Game and anime art with bold color and deep shadows gains depth when light comes through the print instead of bouncing off it.
Beside the turntable
A tour poster or gig print lit from behind turns a music corner into a small shrine to the bands you have seen.
In a shop or café
Print a menu, promotion or seasonal message on backlit film and it stays easy to read in a dim room or from across the counter.
As a window that isn't there
A landscape photo printed on backlit film glows like a view outside, which helps in hallways and rooms with little daylight.
Tech Specs
Lumi Frames Lightbox. Specifications are typical values and may vary slightly by size.
Light
- Light source
- Edge-lit LED light guide panel
- White range
- 3000–6500 K tunable white
- Color rendering
- CRI 90+
- Brightness
- Dimmable 1–100%
Frame
- Construction
- Aluminum snap-open profile
- Front
- Anti-glare PET cover
- Depth
- About 1.1 in
- Works with
- Backlit film, double-sided and standard posters
Power & control
- Power
- 12 V DC adapter, 100–240 V input
- Controls
- In-line dimmer and IR remote
Sizes
- 12 × 18 in
- $249
- 16 × 24 in
- $299
- 24 × 36 in
- $379
- 27 × 40 in (one-sheet)
- $429
In the box
- Lumi Frames Lightbox
- Power adapter with regional plug
- In-line dimmer
- Remote
- Wall-mount kit
- Quick start guide
How it compares
Not sure Lightbox is the right glow? Here is how it stacks up against its closest siblings.
| Feature | Lumi Frames Lightbox | Lumi Frames Edge | Lumi Frames Neon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | From $249 | From $149 | From $349 |
| Light | Edge-lit light guide panel | Edge-lit acrylic panel | COB LED line, 16 zones/m |
| Colors | Tunable white | 3 whites | Full color + tunable white |
| Power | Plug-in (12 V) | Rechargeable (USB-C) | Plug-in (24 V) |
| Controls | Dimmer, remote | Touch button, timer | App, voice, control box |
| Depth | ≈1.1 in | ≈0.6 in | ≈1.2 in |
| Best for | Movie posters, home theaters, art prints | Desks, nightstands, gifts | Statement wall lighting, gaming rooms, gifts |
Lightbox questions
Do I need a double-sided poster?
No, but it helps. Double-sided ("light box ready") posters have a mirror image printed on the back, which deepens colors when lit. Standard posters work too, just less vividly. See our guide to double-sided movie posters.
What size is a movie poster?
The standard US one-sheet is 27 × 40 inches, which is why that is our largest size. See the picture frame size guide for other formats.
Will the light fade my poster?
LED light contains very little ultraviolet, but any light causes some fading over years. Dimming and a timer help. Our guide to whether LED lights fade art explains the details.
What does CRI 90+ mean?
CRI, the color rendering index, rates how faithfully a light source shows colors compared with a reference light, on a scale that tops out at 100. A rating of 90 or above is generally considered high, so skin tones and subtle shades on a poster tend to look natural rather than dull or shifted.
Can I display backlit film or duratrans prints?
Yes. Backlit film, often called duratrans, is made to be lit from behind, so it usually gives the most vivid result. The guide to double-sided movie posters explains how film compares with posters printed on paper.
Which white setting suits a movie poster?
It depends on the poster, so try a few. Warmer settings near 3000 K flatter vintage posters and paper that has yellowed with age. Cooler settings toward 6500 K keep modern posters crisp and their whites clean.