Build Your Own Frame Pieces

Lay the inner frame on top this to raise the inner frame up and create the offset that will be needed when the outer.

Build your own frame pieces.

Align the four outer trim pieces you previously cut. Width width of picture 2 x width of mat 2 x width of frame 3 4. Free shipping on eligible orders. Lay out three layers of the hardboard.

For about 10 or less check this one out on amazon you can easily cut thin pieces of wood and molding without having to use power tools. Only 2 left in stock order soon. U frame kit prices includes two equal length picture frame sizes one pair assembly hardware spring clips and hanger. Our u frame kits are an economical and easy way to make metal picture frames in almost any size.

Then the formula for your board lengths is. Here are the simple steps for making your own picture frames. First you need the dimensions of the picture you want to frame then the width of the mat you want around the picture and lastly the width you want your frame to be. If the canvas is too loose in there you may need to shave a bit off the lengths of the frame pieces.

After the fit is just right spread some wood glue with your finger onto the edges of the frame pieces and fit together the joints with the band clamp wiping away any excess glue before it. These durable anodized aluminum mouldings are the same quality utilized by custom picture framers and are easy to assem. Create a frame with a custom look for a fraction of the price. Step 1 set up your miter box even if you ve got power tools you ll want to add a miter box to your diy toolkit.

When complete the glass picture and backing will be flush with the outer frame. Our metal diy picture frame kit series 1 requires one flat headed screw driver to assemble. Make sure everything fits together relatively snugly. Use nielsen bainbridge metal frame kits to frame artwork photographs and more to any full inch size from 8 to 40.