I have come across many different ways to hold the mitred corners in place either using strap clamps like i did with my photo frame or using fancy.
Diy picture frame clamp.
Over the years i have made hundreds of picture frames whether for our diy workshops for my own home or for the www home dzine co za website.
Simple picture frame clamp holder making your own picture frames allows you the freedom to create custom picture frames for a home.
This diy clamping method from john heisz can be modified to fit frames of all sizes and is inexpensive to make.
Making picture frames is fun and very cost effective.
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Lay out three layers of the hardboard.
In my last build i made a really large wood picture frame with splines and i thought i d share how i made a super simple jig to clamp and align the corners during the glue up process watch the 2 minute video or read on.
When the glue is dry the frames can be removed and nails.
When complete the glass picture and backing will be flush with the outer frame.
This simple picture frame clamp holder makes the project even easier.
Align the four outer trim pieces you previously cut.
Start with hardwood cut to size then drill a 3 16 inch hole to fit 10 bolts.