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by Bertie
Fri 15 Sep, 2023 12:41 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: Frame identification
Replies: 4
Views: 7575

Re: Frame identification

Thanks for your comments everyone.
D&J Simmons don't recognise it, and neither do Rose and Hollis stock anything that wide.

The search continues....
by Bertie
Wed 13 Sep, 2023 3:23 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: Frame identification
Replies: 4
Views: 7575

Frame identification

Hi all, Hope everyone is well. I have been tasked with making a frame in the same style as the attached photos. I'm wondering whether this is an off the shelf moulding as the finish looks quite uniform, or whether it has been done by hand. Any thoughts on the moulding and/or finish most appreicated!...
by Bertie
Mon 24 Feb, 2020 9:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dutch ripple moulding.... HELP !!
Replies: 45
Views: 42307

Re: Dutch ripple moulding.... HELP !!

Fantastic work! I should think there would be a fair bit of demand for frames as beautiful as that. Pear is a lovely timber to work too.
by Bertie
Fri 10 Jan, 2020 2:23 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: Ribbed frame
Replies: 14
Views: 4548

Re: Ribbed frame

Thanks for all your generous replies. Yes, I think lots of gesso is the way to go. I have a couple of tools which I could try. Using the CNC would do a great job, but in reality it would be too good a job and have no character as mentioned. The spatula looks like it could be worthwhile. All options ...
by Bertie
Thu 09 Jan, 2020 10:36 am
Forum: Help!
Topic: Ribbed frame
Replies: 14
Views: 4548

Ribbed frame

Hi all, I may have to make a copy of this frame and I was curious to see how people think it could be best done. It has been gessoed and has some bole showing through. Given the specific profile of the moulding, off the shelf doesn't seem to be an option, from my research. If it was an order for mul...
by Bertie
Thu 09 Jan, 2020 10:08 am
Forum: Help!
Topic: Marketing
Replies: 11
Views: 3910

Re: Marketing

AdWords is a funny one. I have used it (for furniture rather than framing) and have found a strange correlation of never getting work directly from it but rather having people find me online shortly after having used it. (I have only used it a few times in small bursts.) Perhaps there is some algori...
by Bertie
Sun 01 Dec, 2019 10:08 pm
Forum: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
Topic: Feeling pleased with myself!
Replies: 17
Views: 9550

Re: Feeling pleased with myself!

And so you should! Nice work on both fronts.

B.
by Bertie
Wed 27 Nov, 2019 9:45 pm
Forum: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
Topic: Frame thoughts
Replies: 3
Views: 3567

Re: Frame thoughts

Thanks for the explanation, that helps a lot. I am going to get to Tate Britain before Christmas to have a good gander at the frames and see them in a new light.
by Bertie
Tue 26 Nov, 2019 9:47 pm
Forum: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
Topic: Frame thoughts
Replies: 3
Views: 3567

Frame thoughts

So I came into possession of a couple of these frames recently as an auspicious beneficiary to a clear out. They're rather nice and I think they're real gold leaf. Although the black band appears to have been painted over the original gold. Thought I'd share them here. I got to wondering how one tel...
by Bertie
Tue 26 Nov, 2019 9:23 pm
Forum: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
Topic: Hand Framed oil on canvas
Replies: 8
Views: 3783

Re: Hand Framed oil on canvas

Lovely frame and effect. Need to try some of this gilt cream.

(The painting did remind me of our recent travesty of playing a test match in NZ though!)
by Bertie
Mon 25 Nov, 2019 4:58 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: To bole or not to bole
Replies: 35
Views: 9534

Re: To bole or not to bole

Wow, that's some frame! Great tenacity to stick to such a big job. Hats off.
How's the mirror itself? And can it be easily replaced if it's scratched?

I'm also glad to hear the cheaper knife passes muster!
by Bertie
Sun 24 Nov, 2019 9:56 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: To bole or not to bole
Replies: 35
Views: 9534

Re: To bole or not to bole

And one other thing. Make sure you buy the very best quality knife when trying to cut the gold leaf. Anything less will have you firing it across the room in frustration! So this one: https://www.goldleafsupplies.co.uk/kolner-professional-gilders-knife/ ..is worth the extra 30 quid compared to the ...
by Bertie
Sat 23 Nov, 2019 12:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dutch ripple moulding.... HELP !!
Replies: 45
Views: 42307

Re: Dutch ripple moulding.... HELP !!

indeed, what a great project. And having just watched all the videos from the start of this thread I now appreciate the majesty of such Dutch frames! A real eye opener. Keep up the good work Timh and do post more results please.
by Bertie
Sun 17 Nov, 2019 12:58 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: gesso
Replies: 30
Views: 9487

Re: gesso

Plus it's better to have a nip of than meths if the sanding of gesso gets too much to bear...
by Bertie
Sun 17 Nov, 2019 12:55 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: Deep rebate L / Canvas profile
Replies: 6
Views: 2290

Re: Deep rebate L / Canvas profile

I have the means to machine up that sort of thing, but I guess it depends on what quantity you're after, and a timescale. Also, I see you're in SE London as well - I'm based in Woolwich, SE18.

Drop me a PM if you want to discuss further.

B.
by Bertie
Fri 15 Nov, 2019 1:57 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: gesso
Replies: 30
Views: 9487

Re: gesso

Good grief! Where do you learn things like that? I was told and read these things in various times and places! The internet is a wonderful place but sifting out the correct strands of knowledge can be a hazy process sometimes. First thing to say is - get the RSG mix right. Everything hinges on that...
by Bertie
Thu 14 Nov, 2019 8:53 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: gesso
Replies: 30
Views: 9487

Re: gesso

Well the material cost of a compo beading is a few pence compared to the price of slicing the casting off a moulding you had to buy in. But that would be an ok thing to do if it's a one off or a repair situation. If however you're producing several frames with added ornament - compo is the way to g...
by Bertie
Wed 13 Nov, 2019 9:09 pm
Forum: Help!
Topic: gesso
Replies: 30
Views: 9487

Re: gesso

AS you pointed out, the easy way to get beading is from R&H and if you're so sensible as to own a circular or band saw, then you can cut away the decoration and add it to your frame. These are really lovely looking frames. Definitely something to aspire to. May I ask, why did you choose to make...
by Bertie
Wed 13 Nov, 2019 1:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RSG Gesso
Replies: 14
Views: 5755

Re: RSG Gesso

I've recently started sanding my gesso with mesh sanding discs, which are a revelation compared to your standard sandpaper as they don't clog. Perhaps this is old hat to framers who use gesso... does anyone else use them for this? As you rotate them whilst sanding, the dust just falls away... I have...
by Bertie
Wed 13 Nov, 2019 1:39 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New Copenhagen framer
Replies: 3
Views: 2760

Re: New Copenhagen framer

Welcome from a fellow newbie!
B.