DIY picture frames

Paul@PAS · 28th Feb, 2017

Ikea have some very good frames for the price

bob shovel · 1st Mar, 2017

Paul@PFI said: ↑

For mirror or other frames consider using old timber skirting boards, picture rails or architraves. The earlier image seems to have used pic rails. Many recycled shops have them in distressed condition or even sanded and acid treated to remove old paints and they make a terrific frame and stain up with tons of character.

To get corners and joints done well my tip is to :
- Cut 45o angles using a mitre saw (not a hand saw!). Measure precise length using the inside of the proposed frame as the guide. Mark timber and ensure consistent cuts to CENTRE of the mark. and
- Join timbers using a biscuit joiner and biscuits. These are cheap wedges of porous fibre timber which look like little milk arrowroots (hence called biscuits). The joiner plunge cuts a slot in the angle of each side using a jig system so both sides are identically aligned. The holes made by the joiner are filled with PVA glue and the biscuits inserted and two pieces assembled in a L shape. The biscuit absorbs PVA and expands and hardens for a very tight joint. No nails. Check for square and retain in a vice / jig etc clamped for light pressure to restrict tendency to spring or move while wet. .A small scrap of MDA can also be pinned to the corner to retain shape temporarily. Do that for two pieces L shaped. Then when all done dry join the remaining two and recheck square, glue etc and then after 24hrs should be as square as Bill Shortens head. Add a backboard of thin MDA (stapled to back). Prior to assembly and glue etc consider if a router is needed to flush mount the MDA /glass or other protection is required. Depth of router should reflect thickness of glass, frame contents and MDA backing. If glass not used MDA can be flush mount stapled at rear as its not visible.. Many mouldings have a recess anyway to avoid router.

Cheap biscuit joiners should do the job. Ozito $128+. Not a craftsmans tool but will get by.
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I used to work and Black & Decker.... The Accountant with other skills. I cant shoot.
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Wow there's my design spec right there! Thanks
Do i just email your office with my sizes for a quote!?

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