Get the plans for my picture frame sled: bit.ly/3471zmN Frame Glue-up Jig Video: th-cam.com/video/0-GwK1zX0SQ/w-d-xo.html Spline Jig Video: th-cam.com/video/66c2zSNdkSk/w-d-xo.html How to Make Picture Frames: th-cam.com/video/nX35y_QFqjM/w-d-xo.html
I've got the 'proper' picture framing kit, you know, guillotine for cuting the mitres, an underpinner for fixing the corners together, a mat cutting frame for bevelled cuts etc, all of which takes up space, not to mention the cost. All of your methods are not only excellent but make good use of the regular woodworking tools that lots of us have. Bravo David!
Hey David! Cool frames! I’ve been making a ton of frames over the last few months and I have a few tips/tricks I’ve picked up that you might like. 1) Instead of Super 77 you can get a cheap ATG tape dispenser that puts down a bead of the adhesive you see on glue dots. It doesn’t get messy or smell bad like Super 77 (IMO) and it sticks instantly, even if you’re backer paper is wet. Why would it be wet? 2) Wet your backer paper slightly, like barely damp, before attaching it to the frame. When it dries, the paper will shrink up a tiny amount and pull the slack out making it nice and taut. A fine mist sprayer works great for this. 3) The framing shops trim their backer paper with ~⅛” inset from the edge of the frame using a little tool that just holds the razor blade in at the right distance; you can make one pretty simply with a block of wood and do the same if you like it; I think it looks nicer on the back and hides the paper better. 4) If you use D-ring mounting clips on the back of the frame they sit flatter against the wall; you can find videos on TH-cam showing the recommended way to weave the picture hanging wire through them so it creates a knot that keeps itself tight. Finally, if you find yourself making a lot of frames, a mat cutter makes life a lot easier (you could totally make one, come to think of it) and artists tape is a lot cheaper and more forgiving than the acid free cellophane tapes for your hinge mounts. Alright, that’s all I’ve got for now. Good to have you back! - C
That ATG tape gun is great for sticking mats together for double and tripple mats. Used it working in a frame shop for many years. Also for putting on dust covers. I had the tool for the backing paper and still may somewhere. I found it easier to grab one many razor blades that were always laying about and place it between my thumb and forefinger the run my middle finger on the outside of the frame. Works the same. I eyeballed the distance. After doing a few of them its just easier. Artist tape and also conservation tape (made for natural materials that persevere you art).
Good notes Corey. I've made all of 1 picture frame with splines and inlays and it came out killer. Got a large one I am tackling next. My note to you, David and everybody. No D-rings, wire, or sawtooth hangers... instead get a keyhole router bit and put a keyhole slot roughly in the middle. Then you can drive a screw or other fastener and you get a)infinite balance resolution for leveling, and b)frame sits perfectly flat against wall. Looks so much cleaner.
It's good to see that you are using a real glass cutter. Not the cheap home center kind. Two comments: 1) It looks like you cut the glass without any lubricant. At the glass shops I have worked at, using a small paint brush, we wiped a thin layer of kerosene along the area being cut. The kerosene keeps the cutting wheel cool, which extends the life of your cutter and creates a cleaner cut. (Especially on thicker glass) While kerosene seems to work the best, glass cleaner or wd40 works in a pinch. 2) Clean the glass prior to cutting it. It sounded like there was crud of the glass near the second half of the cut. That causes the cutting wheel to skip and can cause major problems. On thin picture frame glass you can get away with it most of the time. Quarter inch glass, or thicker, will not be so forgiving. Anyway, love the channel. I have used a lot of your tips while learning woodworking. Thanks!
Right around the 3:45 mark, you showed the cuts using the picture frame jig and left the camera on when you flipped the piece and cut the next side: thank you. I think showing the wood handling instead of jump cuts to different wood placements and cuts is great for beginner woodworkers to see what comfortable handling of the wood and cuts look like. Less mystery of "well, how did he get to that position?" Awesome.
Just a thought David, I know over the months you have been exploring different styles of video making. I am all for it but I just wanted to encourage you how great of a teacher you are. Whether its the dove tails with J Katz, the frame sled video, or this one - you teach very well through video. You do a good job explaining while not belaboring the point
This video was timed perfectly for me. I have a bunch of frames to make and this tutorial was great! I’m always confused on the measurements needed and your math helps A LOT. Who’s in ya house?
Very thorough, and I love the future-proofing tips like the paper expansion taping and the rubber feet to prevent mold on the back. No one, not even pro-framers, do this stuff!
Thanks so much for your video. After several attempts at trying to make a frame for my acrylic canvas board and failing miserably I did exactly what you said to do and it worked. So Happy!!!
Oh look another picture frame video from David surprise surprise................. Can't stop watching it, wait I'm learning something new, what use channel locks to set the nail in the back. MIND BLOWN!!!!!!!!!
Really good video David. I worked as a framer for 3 years, and you covered all the bases in this. Also, it's nice to finally see those paintings come out of storage!
Dude, that vise grip trick just blew my mind! Can't believe I never thought of that. I've been meaning to make and try out your frame and spline jigs. This just gave me the motivation to actually get that done. And thanks for the sanding song. Showing this one to the wife. Lol. Great vid brother.
you posted such a simple equation for making the frame dimensions, something i was not able to find easily by googling. I have saved this video and I've come back to it over 5 times now to watch for help making my frames. all of them have been flawless based on your help and this video. thank you so much for posting, this is awesome content and has been really helpful to me.
I love how thorough this was! Really showed the possibilities of undertaking something like this on your own, and having the frame be just as much a piece of art as what it frames.
Hey Brother, I just recently started building my own workshop. I used to do woodwork in my dad’s shop when I was a kid and I want the same for my sons. These videos are great! The little tips and tricks really help! Painters tape instead of clamping on light duty projects!?! Genius. Maybe I am late to the news, but thanks! I am going to keep browsing your material. By watching what you use the most, I am hoping to find some tools I really need and some tools that are more for convenience so I can prioritize my purchases. Side note, nice KC table saw push! Go Royals! Take it easy and know you provide true inspiration, Mike
NEVER KNEW THAT PAPER EXPANDS LIKE WOOD.. MAKES SENSE THOUGH SEEING THAT PAPER COMES FROM WOOD.;). My Logan gun gets jammed once in a while but works great 95% of the time..frames look great I've made both the spline jig and miter sled but have it set up a little different.
I came to this expecting it to be pretty straightforward and that I'd follow along saying, "Yeah, that;'s how I do it," but I definitely picked up some great tips; love the vise grips and the brads! Well done!
I make so many picture frames and doing the dust covers always annoys me, I have NEVER thought to spray the paper and place the frame on it, I always spray the frame and then lay the paper over, your method is WAY easier, I love this video! When I first started building frames last year your original picture frame videos helped me get the whole process figured out, thanks!
I kept having trouble puzzling out frames (even simple half-lap ones) and nagging me in the back of my mind was that I know you had taught me this a year ago! Thanks Dave.
Hi David. Great thank you so much. You have really helped me get started with my new business. That algebra was real easy to understand after watching the video first. LOL
Great vid! Welcome to the new camera dude! That entire video was great but the frame formula was worth the entire watch...so helpful! This video answered so many questions...thanks! A good day indeed!
I do not have one single tool like you. I do photography, I can print them but, without tools, cannot make a frame. Your video is great, but the one watching it. Thanks.
Hole-saw trick was neat, keeps things flush. You can also cut a dado along the back of stock and use L brackets. Helps a lot with heavy artwork or big frames.
Simply, WOW! You will put framing pro shops out of business! Your video has been the best by far, I have seen on how to make picture frames like a pro!
Once, I made TWO mirror frames, measured the INSIDE dimension (not the rabbet), glued it, nailed it, placed the mirror & it dropped STRAIGHT through. Nothing like learning the hard way! ;-)
Hey, thanks for the video! Just wanted to share I learned the hard way that your length needed formula doesn't account for the alternating waste cuts. I think they can be avoided by flipping the work piece, but I tried to follow the method you used in the video as close as possible.
Vice grips and brad nails!!!! Holy Jesus thank you. Haha why didn’t I think of that? I tell you why- cuz I’m a knucklehead! Great video and great teacher- thanks brother subscribed 👏
Wow, just wow! That is the first video of yours that I have watched and I am so impressed. Great presentation, great attention to detail and extremely well done. Looking forward to many more. Thank you sir...
It’s one of these: www.rockler.com/rockler-dust-right-wall-mount-dust-collector-with-canister-filter?sid=V9146?PL&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6HaBRCbARIsAFDNK-gdpbNVRXZHq_nusJ23U8Xu5fgwKA0Xh1mtoc4JCJXnRZpBYwacdqEaAjIlEALw_wcB
This is a wonderful video, David. ...and I never use the word wonderful, lol. Very comprehensive, yet very easy to follow. Lots of good information! Nice job!
It´s such a pain in the... trunk... with clamps, and such! They´re always sliding a bit and just awkward. Tape looks so simple and really tight too. Thank´s!
Get the plans for my picture frame sled: bit.ly/3471zmN
Frame Glue-up Jig Video: th-cam.com/video/0-GwK1zX0SQ/w-d-xo.html
Spline Jig Video: th-cam.com/video/66c2zSNdkSk/w-d-xo.html
How to Make Picture Frames: th-cam.com/video/nX35y_QFqjM/w-d-xo.html
How do I order the plans
I will like to just buy from you
I've got the 'proper' picture framing kit, you know, guillotine for cuting the mitres, an underpinner for fixing the corners together, a mat cutting frame for bevelled cuts etc, all of which takes up space, not to mention the cost. All of your methods are not only excellent but make good use of the regular woodworking tools that lots of us have. Bravo David!
Hey David! Cool frames! I’ve been making a ton of frames over the last few months and I have a few tips/tricks I’ve picked up that you might like. 1) Instead of Super 77 you can get a cheap ATG tape dispenser that puts down a bead of the adhesive you see on glue dots. It doesn’t get messy or smell bad like Super 77 (IMO) and it sticks instantly, even if you’re backer paper is wet. Why would it be wet? 2) Wet your backer paper slightly, like barely damp, before attaching it to the frame. When it dries, the paper will shrink up a tiny amount and pull the slack out making it nice and taut. A fine mist sprayer works great for this. 3) The framing shops trim their backer paper with ~⅛” inset from the edge of the frame using a little tool that just holds the razor blade in at the right distance; you can make one pretty simply with a block of wood and do the same if you like it; I think it looks nicer on the back and hides the paper better. 4) If you use D-ring mounting clips on the back of the frame they sit flatter against the wall; you can find videos on TH-cam showing the recommended way to weave the picture hanging wire through them so it creates a knot that keeps itself tight. Finally, if you find yourself making a lot of frames, a mat cutter makes life a lot easier (you could totally make one, come to think of it) and artists tape is a lot cheaper and more forgiving than the acid free cellophane tapes for your hinge mounts. Alright, that’s all I’ve got for now. Good to have you back! - C
These are all fantastic tips! Pinning this comment so other can see it. Thanks!
Really great info Corey! I had not heard that trick about wetting the backer paper.
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That ATG tape gun is great for sticking mats together for double and tripple mats. Used it working in a frame shop for many years. Also for putting on dust covers. I had the tool for the backing paper and still may somewhere. I found it easier to grab one many razor blades that were always laying about and place it between my thumb and forefinger the run my middle finger on the outside of the frame. Works the same. I eyeballed the distance. After doing a few of them its just easier. Artist tape and also conservation tape (made for natural materials that persevere you art).
Good notes Corey. I've made all of 1 picture frame with splines and inlays and it came out killer. Got a large one I am tackling next.
My note to you, David and everybody. No D-rings, wire, or sawtooth hangers... instead get a keyhole router bit and put a keyhole slot roughly in the middle. Then you can drive a screw or other fastener and you get a)infinite balance resolution for leveling, and b)frame sits perfectly flat against wall. Looks so much cleaner.
I like the long format, especially for fully demonstrating a process like frame making.
It's good to see that you are using a real glass cutter. Not the cheap home center kind.
Two comments:
1) It looks like you cut the glass without any lubricant. At the glass shops I have worked at, using a small paint brush, we wiped a thin layer of kerosene along the area being cut.
The kerosene keeps the cutting wheel cool, which extends the life of your cutter and creates a cleaner cut. (Especially on thicker glass)
While kerosene seems to work the best, glass cleaner or wd40 works in a pinch.
2) Clean the glass prior to cutting it. It sounded like there was crud of the glass near the second half of the cut. That causes the cutting wheel to skip and can cause major problems. On thin picture frame glass you can get away with it most of the time. Quarter inch glass, or thicker, will not be so forgiving.
Anyway, love the channel. I have used a lot of your tips while learning woodworking.
Thanks!
Right around the 3:45 mark, you showed the cuts using the picture frame jig and left the camera on when you flipped the piece and cut the next side: thank you. I think showing the wood handling instead of jump cuts to different wood placements and cuts is great for beginner woodworkers to see what comfortable handling of the wood and cuts look like. Less mystery of "well, how did he get to that position?" Awesome.
Thanks Bobby!
I have been a trim carpenter for 30 years, im semi retired and want to get into picture framing , this video has been a great help, thank you, scott.
Just a thought David, I know over the months you have been exploring different styles of video making. I am all for it but I just wanted to encourage you how great of a teacher you are. Whether its the dove tails with J Katz, the frame sled video, or this one - you teach very well through video. You do a good job explaining while not belaboring the point
Wow, thank you Craig! I appreciate that!!
This video was timed perfectly for me. I have a bunch of frames to make and this tutorial was great!
I’m always confused on the measurements needed and your math helps A LOT.
Who’s in ya house?
David I love seeing a man that can make anything out of the wood he has
Truly everything you need to know. The best video on the subject out of the dozens I've watched. Nice job!
Very thorough, and I love the future-proofing tips like the paper expansion taping and the rubber feet to prevent mold on the back. No one, not even pro-framers, do this stuff!
Thanks so much for your video. After several attempts at trying to make a frame for my acrylic canvas board and failing miserably I did exactly what you said to do and it worked. So Happy!!!
Right on!
Oh look another picture frame video from David surprise surprise................. Can't stop watching it, wait I'm learning something new, what use channel locks to set the nail in the back. MIND BLOWN!!!!!!!!!
😁🤘🏼
Really good video David. I worked as a framer for 3 years, and you covered all the bases in this. Also, it's nice to finally see those paintings come out of storage!
Thanks Michael! Yes, time to hang up Norm and Roy!
Dude, that vise grip trick just blew my mind! Can't believe I never thought of that. I've been meaning to make and try out your frame and spline jigs. This just gave me the motivation to actually get that done. And thanks for the sanding song. Showing this one to the wife. Lol. Great vid brother.
Right on! Thanks Jason!
you posted such a simple equation for making the frame dimensions, something i was not able to find easily by googling. I have saved this video and I've come back to it over 5 times now to watch for help making my frames. all of them have been flawless based on your help and this video. thank you so much for posting, this is awesome content and has been really helpful to me.
Always a pleasure to watch a fellow wood worker
Thanks for the video. I didn't realize that paper can expand/contract over time with humidity.
Your video tutorial is awesome It is easy to follow. Thanks for sharing this.
I love how thorough this was! Really showed the possibilities of undertaking something like this on your own, and having the frame be just as much a piece of art as what it frames.
I had absolutely no idea how intricate the process was to create a professional frame...the right way. This was fascinating. Thanks.
Hey Brother, I just recently started building my own workshop. I used to do woodwork in my dad’s shop when I was a kid and I want the same for my sons. These videos are great! The little tips and tricks really help! Painters tape instead of clamping on light duty projects!?! Genius. Maybe I am late to the news, but thanks! I am going to keep browsing your material. By watching what you use the most, I am hoping to find some tools I really need and some tools that are more for convenience so I can prioritize my purchases.
Side note, nice KC table saw push! Go Royals!
Take it easy and know you provide true inspiration,
Mike
That 45 deg angle frame jig is genius! I’ll be watching that one next!
NEVER KNEW THAT PAPER EXPANDS LIKE WOOD.. MAKES SENSE THOUGH SEEING THAT PAPER COMES FROM WOOD.;). My Logan gun gets jammed once in a while but works great 95% of the time..frames look great I've made both the spline jig and miter sled but have it set up a little different.
Wow. Blast from the past! Your shop has changed. Hang in there.
The best instructional video I’ve ever seen, regardless of topic. Thank you, I really needed this.
Oh wow, thanks!
Congrats on cleanliness, what a workshop!
I came to this expecting it to be pretty straightforward and that I'd follow along saying, "Yeah, that;'s how I do it," but I definitely picked up some great tips; love the vise grips and the brads! Well done!
That frame jig is so awesome. Makes things happen so quickly and accurately
Well, After making my 45 degree miter sled, now I need to make a spline jig! Very Nice David!
I like the presentation, very good and great ideas. Thanks.
This is the best picture frame I've seen.
spot on info with ez, clear dialog! THANK YOU
Really great video, thanks so much for sharing your expertise 🙂
David, just when I think my game is getter better you help me raise the bar even higher. Love the videos man. Love that spline and frame jig..
Thank you for that formula! 🏆
I make so many picture frames and doing the dust covers always annoys me, I have NEVER thought to spray the paper and place the frame on it, I always spray the frame and then lay the paper over, your method is WAY easier, I love this video! When I first started building frames last year your original picture frame videos helped me get the whole process figured out, thanks!
Amazing ...simple but elegant
I like the “if it looks straight it is straight” right next to you pin up calendar. 👍🏻👌🏻
GREAT explanation about board length. I never heard it explained so simply before. It is written in my notes so I have fewer future problems.
I kept having trouble puzzling out frames (even simple half-lap ones) and nagging me in the back of my mind was that I know you had taught me this a year ago! Thanks Dave.
Hope you never stop making videos.
Great choices! Norm Abrams and Roy Underhill were certainly my inspiration back in the day.
Cleanest workshop I have ever seen Man! 🥳
Hi David. Great thank you so much. You have really helped me get started with my new business. That algebra was real easy to understand after watching the video first. LOL
i been cuttin glass for 20 years and didn't even think of the pencil along the cut line trick.thanks man.
Great vid! Welcome to the new camera dude! That entire video was great but the frame formula was worth the entire watch...so helpful! This video answered so many questions...thanks! A good day indeed!
Thank you thank you!
I do not have one single tool like you. I do photography, I can print them but, without tools, cannot make a frame. Your video is great, but the one watching it. Thanks.
This is a killer video on making frames. Very thorough and easy to follow - and those frames are beautiful
Thank you!
Good tip on the second cut for the rabbet being NOT on the fence side. This was really full of info. Thanks.
Hole-saw trick was neat, keeps things flush. You can also cut a dado along the back of stock and use L brackets. Helps a lot with heavy artwork or big frames.
Very nice. I like the way you present alternate methods to achieve the finished product.
You’re the reason I know how to make picture frames David!
😁
Very informative i have recently started woodworking (im 10) and i always watch your videos for ideas
Hey David, I have to say, this is a really good instructional video. I really enjoyed this little slower pace style. Thanks.
Lots of good info and explanations to the reasoning for why things are done. It was a long video but was so easy to watch
Thank you!
Make Something No, Thank you for your great content.
Simply, WOW! You will put framing pro shops out of business! Your video has been the best by far, I have seen on how to make picture frames like a pro!
You're always great! Thanks for the video.
You bob and Jimmy always make some killer pieces no matter what they are. Keep up the work brother!!
Thanks a lot David, nice tips.
Congrats
Nice drawing of norm
Simple design but a very pristine look! Very very nice!
Once, I made TWO mirror frames, measured the INSIDE dimension (not the rabbet), glued it, nailed it, placed the mirror & it dropped STRAIGHT through. Nothing like learning the hard way! ;-)
Hey, thanks for the video! Just wanted to share I learned the hard way that your length needed formula doesn't account for the alternating waste cuts. I think they can be avoided by flipping the work piece, but I tried to follow the method you used in the video as close as possible.
Excellent information David. Thanks for the complete detailed information. Very nice final product.
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Wow I feel like I can start a framing business after watching this video! Very content dense!
Very simple and easy to understand and not too complicated of making frame
Dude you should be nominated for best table saw technique of the year! :) Good job!
the maple bench has held up well!
Wall-to-wall gems in this one. Thanks for sharing the full process!
Just found your channel as I'm new at picture frame making. Great video lots of energy and I appreciate that! Thank you!
Nice frames, I've gotta make one like this for a buddy so your video helped. Thanks
Rob
Vice grips and brad nails!!!! Holy Jesus thank you. Haha why didn’t I think of that? I tell you why- cuz I’m a knucklehead! Great video and great teacher- thanks brother subscribed 👏
Thanks Troy!
Great job and ideas to make a sharpe picture frame
- David, thanx a million for the instructions. Very helpful.
1st time watching your channel... Damn at the 25 second mark I just have to say I admire how clean and organized your shop is!
Thank you so much for posting this ,
I am starting out and after a zillion videos, yours is the best. Thanks !
Right on, thanks!
Excellent job and published on my birthday
Your video is lengthy; however, I did learn quite a bit of information. You make it seem so easy. Thanks!
Wow, just wow! That is the first video of yours that I have watched and I am so impressed. Great presentation, great attention to detail and extremely well done. Looking forward to many more. Thank you sir...
This is great! So much great information!
Thank you for sharing the background of the pictures you framed. Projects with a story behind them give the project life!!!
I really like your way of gluing two sides and holding them in place with painter's tape.
Flat bottom blades make the rockin world go round
Sir Very nice work 👍
Neat n clean. I am very impressed
Saved to favs, thanks David for yet another fabulous video.
David - what an awesome video! That really hit the sweet spot for me. Loving the longer, detailed format.
Another amazing picture video!!!! Hands down best on the Tubes for picture frame know how and knowledge. Thank you David.
Hola, gracias porque ésto es una verdadera clase de como hacer un enmarcado profesional, prolijo , limpio, bonito, gracias.
Very nice. Like the approach
Great looking shop.
I would love to see your dust collection under the table saw. Beautiful shop. Keep up the awesome work
It’s one of these: www.rockler.com/rockler-dust-right-wall-mount-dust-collector-with-canister-filter?sid=V9146?PL&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm6HaBRCbARIsAFDNK-gdpbNVRXZHq_nusJ23U8Xu5fgwKA0Xh1mtoc4JCJXnRZpBYwacdqEaAjIlEALw_wcB
Very nice framing
This is a wonderful video, David. ...and I never use the word wonderful, lol. Very comprehensive, yet very easy to follow. Lots of good information! Nice job!
Thanks!
got u a nice shop. keep up the woodworking
Very impressive. Thanks Sr...
Thank you for thinking of those who would prefer to do this without a router.
It´s such a pain in the... trunk... with clamps, and such! They´re always sliding a bit and just awkward. Tape looks so simple and really tight too. Thank´s!
Great video. Love the instructions. I have had great success just winging the length. However, now I may be able to save some material. Thanks again.