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How to Build a Shadowbox Frame

Note: These images are from the excellent video “How to Build a Shadowbox Frame” by Alex and Seth. To see all the details and learn how to...

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How to Stain or Paint Unfinished Wood Picture Frames

Staining picture frames There are four easy steps to stain unfinished wood picture frame mouldings: Assemble the frame. Sand the frame with 220 grit sandpaper...

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How to Use Raw Unfinished Picture Frame Mouldings

Raw unfinished poplar picture frame moulding

How to Use Raw Unfinished Picture Frame Mouldings

When you use raw unfinished picture frame mouldings, be careful. Certain wood types, such as poplar (see image), should not be used raw. By “raw”...

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How to Assemble Picture Frames

How you assemble your frame depends on what type of frame you are working with… How to Assemble Standard Wood Picture Frames How to Assemble Wood...

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When Does it Make Sense to Stretch Your Own Canvas?

When does it make sense to stretch your own canvas?

When Does it Make Sense to Stretch Your Own Canvas?

When you stretch your own canvas, you enjoy several benefits. But why bother when you can buy pre-stretched canvases at reasonable prices? One reason...

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Examining Options in Acrylic for Picture Framing

Regular, non-glare and UV protective acrylic for picture framing

Examining Options in Acrylic for Picture Framing

Acrylic is the generic term for what many picture framers refer to as PlexiGlass, which is the brand name of a particular brand of acrylic. Acrylic is...

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