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07/27/2003 12:29:55 AM · #1 |
Does anyone do matting and framing? If so, do you have any comments on any matte cutting tools you have used? It sounds like Logan matte cutters are well regarded (was looking at 301s, the 32" one) but I thought I would fish around for comments.
(Any handy hints or tools for joining the frame will be welcomed... I'm learning by trial and error) |
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07/27/2003 01:15:01 AM · #2 |
I have recently started into this (have made frames in the past). I bought a Logan Model 4000 (hand) matte cutter, and have been very satisfied with it. It has a measurement/marking tool on the front to mark cut lines, after you figure out the size of the opening. One thing to do (especially when cutting rag board), is to change the blade often. I cut one 24x32, then started the cut on a 8x12 and it "puttered" on me. Left an unsightly area on the matte surface. I hear the matte systems are real nice. Not a lot of clamping and unclamping.
As for frames (and matting) I would recommend "The Home Book of Picture Framing, by Kenn Oberrecht. He walks you step by step through the whole process. Describes many, many different ways to make different frames. Including miters, lapping, using biscuits, etc. Goes all the way through to sealing up the back of the frame.
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07/27/2003 01:23:55 AM · #3 |
| Thanks.. I'll have to check out that book. When it comes to doing the joints, its probably better if I don't try to reinvent the wheel! |
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07/27/2003 03:29:38 AM · #4 |
Most likely on reinventing the wheel. Through my experience, having a real good miter box/miter saw is of utmost imortance. And making sure that it is calibrated (ie: the 45° is 45° EXACTLY), takes all the headache out of it. When I was doing alot of frames, we used wood glue, construction string and small wood blocks (8 of em at the corners-2 for each one) to apply even pressure around the whole frame. If the miters were square, it works perfectly! I have seen some band clamps and frame clamps that basically do the samt thing, but for price the string is best. Then I would go back in and pilot hole and nail an appropriate sized nail in the corners. I am almost to the point where I am going to get back into it a bit more. Have to gett the cash to go out and get the perfect miter and a small table saw (not much room).
Another thing I found helpful (in that book also) is one of those workmate banches. I found one at Home Depot for under $50 that is perfect, adjustable height wise and all. Have a piece of 3/4 plywood that I can mount and unmount easily. When I get the miter and table saw can make mounts for them too. Right now it is the matte table, until...
Message edited by author 2003-07-27 03:30:50.
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07/27/2003 03:46:26 AM · #5 |
I went to an "Arts & Crafts" picninc today. Only about 3 booths with pictures/photos/prints. Saw an interesting concept. The guy was matting a larger picture (less on dpi/resolution) onto a matte board and then cutting it and having the "real" picture with a reveal below. Looked good on a few things, but had a bunch that made the thing look "cheesy". Cool idea though
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07/27/2003 04:00:51 AM · #6 |
as for holding the whole thing together while the glue is drying, I constructed something based on this. Whoever came up with this was pretty clever. For about $5 worth of material, you get a very solid frame clamp, adjustable to any size you want.
I'm lucky in that a relative has a very nice mitre saw... I just need to get that 45.00 degrees right |
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07/27/2003 04:49:56 AM · #7 |
I like that frame clamp. Much cheaper than commercial, for sure!! May have to build one, if I want more torque than from the string and block method. Even though you can torque it very well. This string thing was handed down from this old, skinny carpenter who could put a 16 penny nail through a 2x4 with one blow. Pretty impressive. made this stick in my head very well!!
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