How to Make Professional Quality Picture Frames

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Update! The spline jig has a video AND plans • How to Build a Spline ... plans for it on my website almfab.com/plans
In this video I'm covering the basics of making picture frames. One of the most confusing parts of framing is how to plan your frame. What kind of mount, what spacing you want around the art, and what allowance you need to make the art fit in the frame properly. I've simplified these measurements and created an easy to follow worksheet that you can get for free on my website.
AlmFab Picture Frame Worksheet almfab.com/plans
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@MichaelAlm 3 года назад

Update!! The Spline Jig now has it's own video and plans ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2OjLyZpU5rc.html

@macyguerrero653 2 года назад

What can i add to my home made wood frames for a backing? Im using the frames for family photos

@VintagePosterArts 8 месяцев назад

Obsessed with these retro travel poster designs - take me away to paradise! ✈🌴 @vintageposterart #wanderlust

@TheClaptonisgod1 2 месяца назад

How to make stuff at home, when your home has more tools and machinery than your local hardware store.

@philshock3805 3 года назад

As a professional photographer for 30+ years, I've dealt with my share of framing artwork including cutting my own mats. I'm also a serious hobbyist woodworker and I have to say this is by far the best video I've seen on creating custom wood frames. You've earned my subscription - I'll definitely have to check out your framing jig.

@MichaelAlm 3 года назад

Thank you!!

@lewishong 3 года назад

I see lots of videos with absolutely beautiful furniture but they usually just have some music in the background and aren't very informative. The informative videos I find usually don't have the same quality in their woodworking. Your videos are the best of both worlds :) Thanks for making these in depth videos about your projects.

@walterlee7037 3 года назад

yo FACTSS

@thewittsf 3 года назад

I used to work in frame shops in the 90's. Loved it so much, years later I bought some basic equipment to started framing in my garage.

@woin9361 Год назад

It’s so satisfying to watch your process and see how much the right frame elevates and enhances art pieces

@welingkartr416 8 месяцев назад

Agree! Meditative work. You are lucky. Good wishes!

@dooovde 3 года назад

By far and away the best video I've seen on this subject on RU-vid. Thank you!

@gregmislick1117 3 года назад

Awesome !! Mom is a photographer - been dealing with frames my whole life. This is the simplest presentation, and perhaps most complete I've seen in a long time Comments: 1) For " Supper Fancy" some double stick tape along the back edge of the frame and some craft paper to cover the pints and such. 2) Frame hanger wire - PREDRILL the holes for those little eye-bolts - we are talking small holes in thin wood 3) Archival - consider wearing white cotton gloves, or I suppose those blue/black/clear gloves we all have in the shop - the acids / oils on your skin will also leave residue which will yellow things over time. So if it's someone else's work you are framing up, or something special, use the gloves when handling - you're the last person to touch it before it goes in the frame, no reason to leave your fingerprints on it. ( I was always working with photographs and both the emulsions with the image on the fronts, and the paper they were on, would just suck up those oils and later the marks show - really sucks if the work is hanging in a gallery or someone has bought it for $$$...)

@dancolegate3905 3 года назад

You make it possible for a beginner like me to do this with some confidence. You're a natural when it comes to teaching. Your voice is extremely clear and relaxing to listen to which makes learning easier.

@williamzanghettijr5862 3 года назад

What an excellent video you have made on making picture frames!!! My mother is an artist and she has given us many pieces of her beautiful artwork that I have been procrastinating on making some custom frames for. This video has been of great help for me...thank you,William

@alwatts9713 3 года назад

Very nice, Michael. I never knew the details of what makes a quality frame build. None of this is difficult, but your attention to these details really makes for a great looking finished product. I'm looking forward to applying to some of my work! Thanks.

@molnarkelly 3 года назад

I love these frames! Also it’s really cool to see all the different jigs and tools you have. Thanks so much for the great tutorial 🙏🏼

@bobdown8043 3 года назад

Just subbed. This is the best framing "how to" vid I have seen. Great work.

@derekpercy7787 3 года назад

I'm also a Framer by trade - Been doing it for a very long time and really enjoyed your video. I've always worked commercially and never made a frame from scratch the way you did. Who says you can't teach an old dog new trick - Thanks for sharing! Brilliant

@ChibiOkamiko 3 года назад

I’m a framer by trade, I enjoyed watching you work. Made me miss my shop (it’s been closed since March 😢).

@adolfodelgado9361 3 года назад

Open your shop again in your garage small one, i did signs for 20 years and i been thinking to open one in my garage just small one's no hanging

@grom7826 3 года назад

How utterly sad ! Open the nation up !

@MichaelAlm 3 года назад

Sorry to hear about your shop 😢hope you can get back to it soon.

@MakerTom2022 2 года назад

Hobbyist woodworker here, who learned a LOT from your video. Many thanks!!

@jimwlouavl 3 года назад

Wow, those are gorgeous. The frames themselves are works of art.

@nopelosi2012 2 года назад

Wow! Learned more about frames in the past 23 minutes than in the previous 65 years! Thanks a bizillion!!!

@lauratrouard7793 Год назад

WOW! This is one of the best “how to” videos I’ve watched in a while. I actually feel ready to start making my own frames now

@flix4u 3 года назад

Every step was exactly like I envision myself in another few weeks - thanks for such a GR8 step-by-step video; I’ll watch the other related ones too.

@ScottWalshWoodworking 3 года назад

Hi Michael! Great video! I just wanted to add my 2 cents as I've worked in a frame shop for a few years. Conservation should be kept in mind if your clients piece is valuable or sentimental, or even neither. The goal of conservation is to make sure the piece remains intact and unaltered while being displayed. This includes using UV protected glazing, acid-free mats and foam-core, but more importantly, how the piece is mounted. One reason why using a mat is preferred is because of how you can use photo corners to mount the piece, without applying any adhesive, and hiding the photo corners underneath the mat opening. Mats also space the glass away from the glazing and prevent potential damage if the ink adheres to it (I've only seen this once on an old re-frame with acrylic glazing and oil paint). Be sure to allow for 1/4" on all sides for the photo corners to be hidden (I've gone as little as an eighth, but it's more fiddly). Lineco makes conservation photo corners in small and larger sizes. I know hinging tape can be removed, but after re-framing hundreds of pieces, having no tape to deal with is much preferred. There is no way to avoid using tape on the piece if you're doing a float mount or no mat frame. I've been meaning to make a series on my channel for some of the best-practices I've learned, but I wont get around to that for a while yet.

@michaelplitt2135 2 года назад

Thanks for the info :)

@JTWoodworks 3 года назад

I didn't know about spacers and their functions. So much great info packed in this video. Thanks Michael!

@zekesherrod6258 Год назад

This has been super helpful, I have been a fan of your channel for a while but a friend recently asked if I could make a frame for some art she made for her in-laws and this showed up on my feed. Perfect!!!

@craigfeldpausch1429 3 года назад

My wife and I are just starting to make frames and your video really showed us how to do it.

@jamesgrellier4750 3 года назад

This is an excellent video, Michael. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and producing such clear and useful videos of your work.

@boonecowoodwerks2682 2 года назад

You do such a great job of presenting a process in a way that makes one feel as though success is very attainable, thank you!

@curtislondon4642 3 года назад

Absolutely 💯 % the best frame video I've seen to date.

@trishamiller4633 2 года назад

I’m a professional framer and truly recommend this video. So informative. Thank you

@dhank2242 3 года назад

Best framing/matting "How To" on RU-vid. Thanks!

@andreacapper8431 3 года назад

Well thought out instructional video - you obviously love what you do, and you're outstanding at demonstrating the basic concepts. Thank you for sharing this, and I would also love to see a "how to" video on the spline jig.

@guillz925 3 года назад

This is a ridiculously informative video, there aren't many people that would go this in depth. Thank you.

@kevinjones2622 11 месяцев назад

Can I say? There are plenty of folks out there making RU-vid videos that should not. You ain't one of those. Thanks for all the information presented here.

@foos.998 3 года назад

Yes, a video on a spline jig would be great!

@sidhammer9461 3 года назад

Great video! Now I have even more reason to set up a table saw in my garage-you made this look like a fun and satisfying process. The only thing I would add for the final step is to put a dust jacket over the back of the frame (medium weight archival paper glued to the back of the frame with archival rice starch glue). That’s how I learned framed work should be finished anyways, since it seals the frame off from dust getting between the glass and the work. I also learned a different technique for float mounting involving a 45° slit in the backing board with linen tape coming through it. I was told this is the best way to keep the work as flat as possible, but your way looks a little quicker/easier. Lastly, for matting I was always taught to attach works to the backer board rather than the window, and do so with archival paper strip corners so that the work itself never comes in contact with any adhesive (hard to explain the corners with words). I’m not sure there is a right or wrong way, but removing tape (even archival linen tape) can damage the work, so since there’s an easy way to avoid adhesive coming in contact with the piece, This method always made sense to me.

@nomadprints 3 года назад

Exactly the video I've been needing. Excellent work. Thank you!

@JTrindadeC 2 года назад

How to Make Professional Quality Picture Frames. Fist step: have a factory

@chrisferguson237 Год назад

Great content Michael. Appreciate your knowledge and clarity of information.

@pastryqn Год назад

fantastic video. Ive been producing a lot of pastel art lately and it all needs framing. Now all I want is your workshop to make frames. great video.

@bumpy_moleskine 2 года назад

Superb video & explanation. Thorough yet concise. Thank you.

@pteddie6965 3 года назад

Beautiful frames and matting plus interesting artwork. Thanks for all of the valuable information and a special thanks for the free form to use when planning out the framing process.

@alamaamosa3801 2 года назад

Invaluable information,love the work sheet makes rational and comprehensive sense.

@Offred Год назад

Artist and teacher here - this a such a great video! Thank you!

@chrystallkurts3914 Год назад

Thanks so much for this. I have wanted to learn about smaller projects in woodworking for a long time.

@traolachmellett8938 2 года назад

I subscribed straight away! Thank you for the framing videos, they're so informative! Please make more!

@lizcoates7039 3 года назад

I wish I'd watched this before I framed some pictures I had!! I will continue to watch and learn. thanks for great tuition.

@gabeespinal2412 Год назад

Well done! Truly enjoyed your organizational skills in addition to your craftsmanship. Your video has been bookmarked and I have subscribed. Al the best.

@jessicasevilla2529 3 года назад

Your system is absolutely amazing Bravo. 💯

@marinechapssemperfiout9939 Год назад

Your method and style are outstanding! Semper Fi

@michaelgrace8229 3 года назад

not only is this a great video in regards to the information given, but DAYUM DUDE! Those video editing skills! I know that must take some time! Very enjoyable to watch!

@MichaelAlm 3 года назад

Hahaha! Thank you!!

@matthewcampbell9691 2 года назад

Such a great video - informative, enjoyable, and just really cool! Much respect for your work!

@violetdeluxe 3 года назад

Nice job getting ready to make some frames and this video was prefect - much appreciated!

@bluebirdie4118 Год назад

So happy to come across your video! I’m a soon-to-be graduate (Majoring in the Fine Arts) and knew one day I’d have to figure out custom frames when it comes to shipping and handling. Your videos was direct but simple to understand! (Math isn’t my strong suit, but it’ll bit worth the time to make sure lol) Will definitely be looking at this video and more! Just have to be a bit more courageous when touching a power tool/saw 😅

@ddutton0 3 года назад

Such a great video, reminds me of my art school days!

@treezza2817 Год назад

Thanks for showing how you make those outstanding frames!

@greyseal18 3 года назад

great tips, thank you. I like that it's covers a lot of information in a tight informative video

@patrolduty8715 2 года назад

Thank you very much. I am planning to make a picture frame for my newborn son and this is perfect video!

@maryramerman9275 Год назад

This was so informative and really helpful to see the whole process! Thank you!

@robertsmith3518 3 года назад

Great vid ! Thanks for all the tips . Very enjoyable and relaxing show. Your a natural in front of the lens . Thanks again!

@indujain1424 2 года назад

Thank you so much Michael for this video and it is very much helpful and the knowledge you gave about different frame is great 👍❣️

@J4Julz Год назад

Great video, very thoroough. I appreciate all your hard work and willingness to share!

@douglasmichel6361 2 года назад

This is awesome, I do custom framing (mostly for myself) as a photographer and a custom cabinet/trim contractor, perfect together I figure. I just happened across your YT channel and love it. Now of coarse I have to back peddle to your beginning. Thanks a lot, like I don’t have enough to do, kiddingly I can’t wait to dive in. See ya around the block so to speak. And get ready to be pummeled with questions.

@1qazandrew333 Год назад

I've made many frames and still learned something. Thanks!

@mattbendzinski4945 4 месяца назад

Wow - lots of interesting stuff. Way more than a person expects but then that is why you do a professional job and others don't. Many thanks for the info.

@johnporter8896 2 года назад

I never got to make mouldings when I was a picture framer. Instead we just bought sticks in and chopped them on a Morso and underpin the corners. Now I have a table saw, I think it’s time to give it a go for my own art! Thanks for the tips!

@woogaloo 3 года назад

This was super informative! Very in-depth. Would love to see a video about the spline jig!

@gaylebyron4494 2 года назад

Your frames are beautiful and love your attention to detail.

@pancua978 3 года назад

I am here to vote yes on a spline jig video please! :)

@kevinhodder3823 3 года назад

Michael, this video inspired me - greetings from Alberta.

@whitexeno 3 года назад

I am loving this Alm vs MakeSomething picture framing battle. Keep it up.

@MichaelAlm 3 года назад

Hahaha! Total coincidence

@stratlix1 3 года назад

Great video. Very well presented and much appreciated. Thank you!

@rosap2850 2 года назад

I’m mad crazy with your shop. I have so much painting that requires the type of framing your making. That’s also my favorite type of frame.

@jimdean5284 Год назад

Michael, I have been looking for an excellent tutorial on picture framing and you're the man. I am an artist and a woodworker and am now doing many of my own frames. Many, many, thanks and have a great Xmas. I have also subscribed.👍

@MichaelAlm Год назад

That’s awesome! So glad I could help 😁

@GeeksWoodShop 3 года назад

Booyah! So much great info from the frame master. Great stuffs Michael

@MichaelAlm 3 года назад

Thanks Tyson!

@0956y 3 года назад

Very inspiring, thank you for making such informative video!

@twisterinigo804 2 года назад

Thank you for the freebies dude.. More blessings.

@diablopoeta 2 года назад

This is awesome, I was searching for this exact information, thank you for sharing the knowledge. Keep going.

@automaticprojects Год назад

Wow. Great video with some terrific techniques.

@joshmcgowan4 Год назад

Excellent Video exactly what I was looking for

@genevieveanglin9672 3 года назад

Love the free work sheet. Thank you so much!!

@bruce-le-smith 8 месяцев назад

fantastic, thanks. a big help to envision the end to end process

@knoell3 3 года назад

Nice work, good tips. I spline every frame as it looks like you do. Really strengthens corners and looks nice. Well, you know that. 😀

@rodrigoundaa 3 года назад

Amazing work. you make it looks so easy. great work mister.

@johngriswold 3 года назад

Very well done. Gorgeous work! Thank you.

@koz234 3 года назад

Nice neat work. My favorites are double and triple mat arrangements. A mat cutter is also important...The Logan 750-1 is a gem

@markkoons7488 3 года назад

This video feels like an act of generosity on your part. Thank you.

@WindowTintWarriors Год назад

Such a useful guide. Thank you!

@nightskysparks Год назад

Wow Michael! You are an amazing artist.

@Stellarchild 2 года назад

By far the best picture frame video I have watched. I subscribed to your channel immediately ;) Reminded me of the woodshop tech that we had at Concordia.

@danfromnorth52 3 месяца назад

Thank you for the measurement sheet and you videos

@roblehmann2378 4 месяца назад

Very nice job, thanks for sharing your work.

@bobbogee Год назад

I love this video! I've never made frames, but will be doing a lot in the future. Thanks for this great overview, subscribed!

@ToniMedwedew Год назад

Great video Michael. Thank you!!

@UncleDonzo 3 года назад

You have a great shop bro. Just started mine!

@tracymcrae5994 3 года назад

Love your videos. Succinct instruction, great jigs & fabulous results! And yes .... even though your jigs are simplistic .... I’m a newby woodworker so all the help I can get to achieve quality would be ideal!!

@user-kl6sr4uz4r 2 года назад

Lot of work.. Nice result congrats

@bugsygoo 9 месяцев назад

The thing that impresses me the most on this video is the use of Imperial measurements. Wow! That makes things overly complicated. Did my head in!

@kuravani1963 3 года назад

Good explanation. Technic used are prefect. Keep it up. Thanks

@derylwilliams6400 Год назад

Fantastic video, thank you for being so generous with your skills! Passing this on to OH who is interested in making frames for my artwork! 😉

@matthewkramer1219 3 года назад

Amazing video! Thanks for the free worksheet which I know I'll be using!

@shamaineponsaran7793 3 года назад

I super liked this video. I love art and wood works. This definitely would be one of the projects I will be making. Thank you so much for making it so simple. How I wish I will be able to buy all the power tools amd materials needed for this project. I hope you can also make a video on how to make this with basic tools only as not many people have high end power tools like yours. Looking forward for more of your videos.

@mstrick96 3 года назад

I'm an artist and framing is getting to be expensive for exhibitions. I have a good workshop so am planning to begin making my own frames. Great video!