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reds_21 · 07-02-2005, 12:42 AM

i recently bought a 6' piece of trim in which i was gonna cut to the desired length and use that as my picture frame sides. first question, is this the best way to go or are there other options of making frames? do they sell picture frame router bits? if so, how the heck do you begin to make a frame out of a normal piece of stock and put a nice design in the frame??

also, when it comes to the backing of the frame, do you use the thick card board like they do in the stores or do you use a really thin piece of hardboard from hd? so, if i were to keep the trim i have for my sides how/what do i do to make the groove in the back that holds the backing (that lip or step type thing?) if you turn a picture frame over it usually has a lip that the glass and picture rest on before applying the backing material.

help,,,,,which is a nicer and more efficient way of doing this???

any detailed information would be greatly appreciated!!!

thank you
shawn

NewMontanaWorkshop · 07-02-2005, 01:18 AM

Not sure if this will give the info your looking for, but might lead to some more questions. I put this together a few months ago.

http://bt3gallery.fhauto.com/view_al...ame=FrameSteps

**Mike** · 07-02-2005, 11:43 AM

Stan, excellent post on making the frames, well done!

Shawn, there is no wrong way to make a picture frame. Material choice and design are up to you. Bit selection is what looks interesting to you. A roman ogee bit is a simple choice, specialty molding bits give a nice look. The single most important factor is to be sure your corners are square. This means accurate miter cuts and careful clamping. To get started use a piece of cheap 1 x 2" pine and round over the corners on one side, cut a 3/8" x 3/8" rabbit on one corner of the back side. Cut your miters and glue this up. This simple frame will show you hands on how to check your length and width for proper fit. Once you are happy with the results move on to the next simple practice frame. Tilt your saw blade to 11 degrees and cut 1/4" off the corner of your 1 x 2" stock. Round over the top edges as before but cut your rabbit into the corner with the 11 degree angle. Now your frame will angle away from the wall on the outside edges. Miter the corners and glue it up. Next build this same frame but make your rabbit on the opposite side of the back and your inside edges will be the high part of the frame. These simple frames will teach you what you need to know for designing your masterpiece. You can follow the angle cut directions using your molding and get great results.

fibertech · 07-03-2005, 03:00 AM

Stan's presentation was excellent! I am continually impressed with those that are so willing to help. Thanks for taking so much effort. There was nearly an entire lesson. Rick and Bob better watch out. :-)

beemerbob · 04-13-2008, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by NewMontanaWorkshop

Not sure if this will give the info your looking for, but might lead to some more questions. I put this together a few months ago.

http://bt3gallery.fhauto.com/view_al...ame=FrameSteps

I realize this is a really old posting. But, do you have a new link to the tutorial?

**bobj3** · 04-13-2008, 10:54 AM

Hi Bob

Some members use a off site web page(s) to hold the pictures / tutorial , and some times they turn the power off on that server and at that point it's all gone unless the user has a backup on his HD ,you may want to try his other web site or drop him a note to see if he had a back up spot or with luck a backup on his HD..

http://woodworking.elksign.com/
http://woodworking.elksign.com/catal...acturers_id=10

http://woodworking.elksign.com/catalog/contact_us.php

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Originally Posted by beemerbob

I realize this is a really old posting. But, do you have a new link to the tutorial?

07-02-2005, 12:42 AM	#1
reds_21 Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 151 View reds_21's Gallery	Report This Post! picture frame techniques i recently bought a 6' piece of trim in which i was gonna cut to the desired length and use that as my picture frame sides. first question, is this the best way to go or are there other options of making frames? do they sell picture frame router bits? if so, how the heck do you begin to make a frame out of a normal piece of stock and put a nice design in the frame?? also, when it comes to the backing of the frame, do you use the thick card board like they do in the stores or do you use a really thin piece of hardboard from hd? so, if i were to keep the trim i have for my sides how/what do i do to make the groove in the back that holds the backing (that lip or step type thing?) if you turn a picture frame over it usually has a lip that the glass and picture rest on before applying the backing material. help,,,,,which is a nicer and more efficient way of doing this??? any detailed information would be greatly appreciated!!! thank you shawn
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NewMontanaWorkshop Registered User Forum Geek Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 390 View NewMontanaWorkshop's Gallery	Report This Post! Not sure if this will give the info your looking for, but might lead to some more questions. I put this together a few months ago. http://bt3gallery.fhauto.com/view_al...ame=FrameSteps
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07-02-2005, 11:43 AM	#3
Mike Senior Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Detroit, Michigan USA Posts: 3,380 View Mike's Gallery	Report This Post! Stan, excellent post on making the frames, well done! Shawn, there is no wrong way to make a picture frame. Material choice and design are up to you. Bit selection is what looks interesting to you. A roman ogee bit is a simple choice, specialty molding bits give a nice look. The single most important factor is to be sure your corners are square. This means accurate miter cuts and careful clamping. To get started use a piece of cheap 1 x 2" pine and round over the corners on one side, cut a 3/8" x 3/8" rabbit on one corner of the back side. Cut your miters and glue this up. This simple frame will show you hands on how to check your length and width for proper fit. Once you are happy with the results move on to the next simple practice frame. Tilt your saw blade to 11 degrees and cut 1/4" off the corner of your 1 x 2" stock. Round over the top edges as before but cut your rabbit into the corner with the 11 degree angle. Now your frame will angle away from the wall on the outside edges. Miter the corners and glue it up. Next build this same frame but make your rabbit on the opposite side of the back and your inside edges will be the high part of the frame. These simple frames will teach you what you need to know for designing your masterpiece. You can follow the angle cut directions using your molding and get great results. __________________ Mike Please edit your profile with a name and location so we can better assist you.
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fibertech Registered User Forum Geek Join Date: May 2005 Location: Everett, WA USA Posts: 334 View fibertech's Gallery	Report This Post! Stan's presentation was excellent! I am continually impressed with those that are so willing to help. Thanks for taking so much effort. There was nearly an entire lesson. Rick and Bob better watch out. :-)
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