Picture framing
Mar 27, 2017 08:21:28 #
I've been buying MCS frames. They're inexpensive and very versatile as they can be painted any color you want and they are easy to use, the glass pops right out and the photo in. Comes with a backer board and stand.
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Mar 27, 2017 09:21:01 #
Hi dsiner,try woodworkers supply@woodworkers.com.They will have everything you need to do your framing.I have been using them for years,always good and reliable.Tremendous amount of hand,power tools and supplies.Enjoy your projects.
Stay well
Rich Ziccardi
Stay well
Rich Ziccardi
Mar 27, 2017 09:35:21 #
A good mitre saw is a very handy tool for all sorts of tasks as well as picture frames. Here's a link to a comparative test of 12" mitre saws from Fine Woodworking (a great magizine btw): http://www.finewoodworking.com/2014/04/02/tool-test-12-in-chopsaws. I have a DeWalt which I like a lot, but there are many good ones.
Alternatively, if you own a table saw, you can build a mitre sled for extremely accurate 45 degree cuts very inexpensively and likely more accurate than the mitre that came with your saw - something like this: https://www.familyhandyman.com/workshop/build-a-table-saw-sled/view-all
If you go the mitre saw route and want smooth cuts with no tearout, you'll probably want to add a wooden fence to the back with a slot cut by your blade and a "zero clearance" insert. Also, you'll probably want to replace the stock general purpose blade with something finer. I like Freud or Forrest blades.
Alternatively, if you own a table saw, you can build a mitre sled for extremely accurate 45 degree cuts very inexpensively and likely more accurate than the mitre that came with your saw - something like this: https://www.familyhandyman.com/workshop/build-a-table-saw-sled/view-all
If you go the mitre saw route and want smooth cuts with no tearout, you'll probably want to add a wooden fence to the back with a slot cut by your blade and a "zero clearance" insert. Also, you'll probably want to replace the stock general purpose blade with something finer. I like Freud or Forrest blades.
Mar 27, 2017 10:19:02 #
dsiner wrote:
Well I probably will be retiring soon and want to frame and sell my pictures. Every place I check around Seattle wants tons of money for frames. Too much IT money around here. Lots of stuff is over priced. I figured I could make a few bucks if I framed them myself.
There are a couple places in the Seattle area that you might go.
First is Ikea in Renton. They have a huge frame section. I've standardized on one that is priced at about $11. It comes with a cut matte and glass. The hole in the matte is slightly smaller than the 13x19 prints from my Canon printer. Mounting a photo in an Ikea frame is about a 10 minute job. The actual material is some sort of fiber board but the finish is nice.
If you are looking for hand tools to make your own frames, Rockler has stores at Northgate and in Tukwila.
The hardest part of framing for me is cutting the matte. Matte board cutters that work are expensive.
Mar 27, 2017 10:27:58 #
If you really want cheap go to yard sales and goodwill. Find frames larger than you need and cut them down. Just make sure it is wood and not plastic!😃 Also, if you have a local independent frame shop they may be willing to order you the pro equipment from their sources. I use to do that for people but its not cheap as you know.
Mar 27, 2017 10:35:02 #
What level of framing are you considering. Making your own frames or buying them and cutting your own mats and doing your own mounting?
Mar 27, 2017 10:51:25 #
There are three places that come immediately to mind. Pictureframes.com, Dick Blick & unitedmfrs.com . Best of luck.
Mar 27, 2017 11:12:16 #
Mar 27, 2017 12:20:35 #
My Daughter is Manager @ Hobby Lobby, they have great prices on Custom Framing and other related items. ( Remember they are closed on Sunday.)
I have done metal framing @ home it was pretty easy. However, i believe it takes away from the quality of your image, so I stopped and lets others do it so I could to do my photo capturing.
I have done metal framing @ home it was pretty easy. However, i believe it takes away from the quality of your image, so I stopped and lets others do it so I could to do my photo capturing.
Mar 27, 2017 13:07:20 #
dsiner wrote:
Probably standard dives but I have access to a lot of old wood, barns, commercial buildings etc. So I want to mill the wood into frames.
As a former woodworker, I can tell you that making wooden frames is much more difficult than you would expect it to be.
Cutting eight perfect 45 degree angles requires a good table saw and a precision miter gauge that has been carefully calibrated.
Don't even get me started on cutting compound angles for the fancy frames.
Mar 27, 2017 14:06:54 #
al lehman
Loc: San jose, ca.
dsiner wrote:
Thinking about doing some framing but it is difficult without the right tools. Anyone know where to find this stuff? I searched the Internet but got so much cr.. back I gave up.
I purchase materials and tools online from Logan graphic products.
Mar 27, 2017 14:32:31 #
Custom picture framing is going the way of camera stores. People refuse to pay the cost of framing. Framing equipment is very expensive and DIY's will soon find that the time required to make frames, mats, glass, etc., is justified only if you have nothing else to do. Most wood used for frames comes from Asia and South America. Commercial operations prepare the wood and sell bulk to distributors. Local distributors usually sell "chopped" (frame wood cut to specific sizes) and cater to retail shops and usually avoid DIY's. Just like everythine else - sounds simple, but!
Mar 27, 2017 14:35:00 #
In the UK we have 'tat' shops (Bargain basement stores) they sell ready made frames in a variety of sizes and prices (18X20" about £5)
Do you have thrift shops (Charity outlets of 2nd hand 'stuff') they often have a box full of picture frames.
I do woodwork - cutting mitres is a pain, it takes patience with a fine tooth saw and a good disk sander tied down to a bench to marry up each corner. Then there is the rebate conundrum (add too or cut out ). Glue pin etc.
For matting I use a 'Logan Team System' that is a guide rule that an angled cutter clips into. Then tidy using a craft scalpel and a sanding board that you do your nails with. Fix your picture to the matt using ONE small piece of 'High Tack' paper masking tape at the top (this allows expansion between thin picture and thick card). Stops rippling.
A nice piece of board can add to a picture that is for sure But the work involved is also going to add to the value/cost. Consider gluing a 'finish' to an existing picture frame.....Much easier.
Have fun
Do you have thrift shops (Charity outlets of 2nd hand 'stuff') they often have a box full of picture frames.
I do woodwork - cutting mitres is a pain, it takes patience with a fine tooth saw and a good disk sander tied down to a bench to marry up each corner. Then there is the rebate conundrum (add too or cut out ). Glue pin etc.
For matting I use a 'Logan Team System' that is a guide rule that an angled cutter clips into. Then tidy using a craft scalpel and a sanding board that you do your nails with. Fix your picture to the matt using ONE small piece of 'High Tack' paper masking tape at the top (this allows expansion between thin picture and thick card). Stops rippling.
A nice piece of board can add to a picture that is for sure But the work involved is also going to add to the value/cost. Consider gluing a 'finish' to an existing picture frame.....Much easier.
Have fun
Mar 27, 2017 14:37:00 #
dsiner wrote:
Probably standard dives but I have access to a lot of old wood, barns, commercial buildings etc. So I want to mill the wood into frames.
Do you have the skills & tools to mill the 'old wood' into stock suitable for frames? And now you want to add more tools to make the frames? Seems to me you'll need to make and then sell a LOT of frames to break even and make any profit.
Mar 27, 2017 15:36:24 #
ricardo7
Loc: Washington, DC - Santiago, Chile
IKEA has great frames which have glass and pre-cut matts.
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