A word of caution.
Getting into the the corners of a finished frame might give you poor results. It is best to modify it while it is still in stick form before it is chopped.
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- Fri 17 Nov, 2023 1:16 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Removing lacquer
- Replies: 5
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- Sun 12 Nov, 2023 3:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wall-mounting a Gunnar CMC
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6331
Re: Wall-mounting a Gunnar CMC
I would not recommend it from an engineering viewpoint as it is a precision machine. The slightest twist in the bed of the machine might damage the machine while it is operating. It is feasible; however, the bracing of the machine, to have a square platform each time it is placed into operating posi...
- Sun 12 Nov, 2023 1:33 pm
- Forum: After Hours
- Topic: hand mitre saws
- Replies: 11
- Views: 75626
Re: hand mitre saws
Just a basic word of advise regarding a hand tools vs a power tools. It is all about the efficiency of handling the task at hand. It is also all about the time it takes to perform that task if you are a hobbyist or a person who is making a living on the task. In general, items made with most hand to...
- Sat 11 Nov, 2023 1:02 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Limited edition film/game posters - framing but not quite
- Replies: 6
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Re: Limited edition film/game posters - framing but not quite
So, you are talking about "giving back o the community" project.
That is a totally different view on the project
That is a totally different view on the project
- Fri 10 Nov, 2023 5:43 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Limited edition film/game posters - framing but not quite
- Replies: 6
- Views: 18785
Re: Limited edition film/game posters - framing but not quite
Years ago shrink wrapping of posters was a big business for picture framers in the US. Today, nothing to speak of being shrink wrapped that I know of.
With your business owner had on, is it something that you really want to get into? How much money can you make?
With your business owner had on, is it something that you really want to get into? How much money can you make?
- Tue 07 Nov, 2023 1:43 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Heavy Vintage mirror
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2336
Re: Heavy Vintage mirror
It looks like you are missing a portion of the actual frame (lower right scroll). As a furniture store mirror that was mass produced at least 50-60 years ago they possibly used custom a stamped hardware that is no longer available. The hardware that is in your image, an offset bracket, is a common t...
- Tue 07 Nov, 2023 1:33 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Any recognise this combination?
- Replies: 4
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Re: Any recognise this combination?
My first thought is that the art is suspended above the flat surface of the backing board. A float mount.
- Tue 07 Nov, 2023 1:29 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Tiles into coasters?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 99653
Re: Tiles into coasters?
My apologies, I did not see the reference to a picture frame in your posting. My dyslexia got the better of me.
- Tue 07 Nov, 2023 1:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Mounting to diabond
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3376
Re: Mounting to diabond
At least your artist client has some common cense to do this procedure in the proper order of operation. My preference would be a PVA or EVA adhesive.
- Tue 07 Nov, 2023 1:19 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Identifying a frame
- Replies: 4
- Views: 14880
Re: Identifying a frame
Is there a rebate on the bottom as well as the top? That appears to be a raw timber "extender". It can be made in any woodworking shop with the simplest of tools, a hand saw and a plane. A table saw can cut basic wood to width needed as well as the rebate. The mitered ends can be cut with ...
- Mon 06 Nov, 2023 6:07 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Tiles into coasters?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 99653
Re: Tiles into coasters?
Are you a picture framer or a crafts person? This project is not in the realm of a professional picture framer.
- Wed 01 Nov, 2023 4:36 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: hanging fittings
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4297
Re: hanging fittings
Wall anchors. They will vary depending on the type of wall the art is being installed on. For the frame, the stronger the better for the hardware. Multi- screw metal plates with secure welded on rings (AKA "D" hooks) or bent plates with holes. Do not skimp on the quality or size of the scr...
- Wed 01 Nov, 2023 12:19 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Drymounting oil pastels
- Replies: 8
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Re: Drymounting oil pastels
My first thought is a big NO for all of the above comments. The number one directive is to do no harm and to not experiment on a clients work of art. On the other hand, if you accept the challenge and it goes wrong, who is a fault and who is going to pay for the waisted materials the customers art t...
- Mon 30 Oct, 2023 6:20 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Thick repair wax
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9437
Re: Thick repair wax
It is used by candle makers to harden the candles. You can also add carnauba wax which is harder and has a higher melting temperature.
- Mon 30 Oct, 2023 5:49 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Thick repair wax
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9437
Re: Thick repair wax
As a hardener you can include STEARIC ACID POWDER.
- Mon 30 Oct, 2023 1:00 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Thick repair wax
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9437
Re: Thick repair wax
They still use shellac sticks in the furniture repair shops. Attached is a sample page. amazon.com/Mohawk-Quick-Fill-Burn-Stick/dp/B00BOU6S9W/ref=asc_df_B00BOU6S9W/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=647205203757&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6202099535616641528&hvpone=&hvptwo=&a...
- Mon 30 Oct, 2023 12:43 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Swept Frames.
- Replies: 16
- Views: 34615
Re: Swept Frames.
Can you post a picture or profile of the design you are looking for? Do you want length moulding or ready-made frames? If it is what I think you want, swept back moulding designs, they are mostly out of style these days, thus the scarcity. Attached is a profile chart that you can more explain what s...
- Sun 29 Oct, 2023 12:45 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Nitric Acid?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4376
Re: Nitric Acid?
There are many tools available to a gilder in aging the surface of a gilded object. Nitric Acid can be very dangerous and uncontrollable in a setting like this. These tools can be either mechanical or applications of other products (waxes, varnishes, paints, glazes, and powders). Object conservators...
- Sat 28 Oct, 2023 3:10 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: working with thin mouldings
- Replies: 19
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Re: working with thin mouldings
Justintime, The hangers can be attached to the internal frame(wood strainer), close to the outer frame, if there is secure attachment to the two.
- Fri 27 Oct, 2023 1:04 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: working with thin mouldings
- Replies: 19
- Views: 81963
Re: working with thin mouldings
I agree with VintageFramer in that a sub-frame (internal strainer in North America) is the best solution. The wood sub-frame doesn't have to be made from super thick timber. It can be as little as 12-13mm thick. It is also easier to toe-nail it into the 8mm thick main frame than a sheet of MDF. A be...