wallpaperaccess.com Introduction: Building a Simple Picture Frame Jig This post provides a step-by-step guide to building a basic picture frame jig. This jig will allow you to easily cut accurate 45-degree miters for perfect frame corners, making picture frame construction much more precise and efficient. This jig is designed for use with a miter saw.
Materials and Tools Needed: A piece of plywood or MDF (approximately 12" x 24") Two pieces of straight hardwood or plywood (approximately 2" x 12" each) for the fences Wood glue Screws (1 1/4" wood screws recommended) Miter saw Drill Clamps Measuring tape or ruler Square Pencil
Step 1: Preparing the Base Begin by ensuring your plywood or MDF base is flat and square. This will be the foundation of your jig, so accuracy is crucial. If needed, trim the base to size (approximately 12" x 24") using your miter saw or a table saw.
Step 2: Attaching the First Fence Take one of your fence pieces and apply wood glue to the bottom. Position it along one of the long edges of the plywood base, ensuring it's perfectly square to the edge. Use a square to verify the 90-degree angle. Clamp the fence in place and pre-drill pilot holes through the fence into the base. Secure the fence with screws.
Step 3: Attaching the Second Fence Repeat the process with the second fence. Apply glue to the bottom and position it along the *opposite* long edge of the base, ensuring it's parallel to the first fence. A simple way to ensure parallelism is to measure the distance between the fences at multiple points and adjust until the measurements are equal. Clamp, pre-drill, and screw the second fence into place.
Step 4: Cutting the 45-Degree Angle (Critical Step) Set your miter saw to a 45-degree angle. Place the jig against the miter saw fence. Carefully make a cut into *both* fences of the jig. This cut will create the angled slot that guides your picture frame pieces. Ensure the blade completely cuts through both fences.
Step 5: Creating a Stop Block (Optional, but Recommended) For repeatable cuts, create a stop block. This can be a small piece of wood attached to one of the fences. This stop block will allow you to accurately cut multiple pieces of the same length, which is essential for making a frame where all sides are the same size. Attach the stop block using glue and screws, ensuring it's square to the fence.
Step 6: Testing and Fine-Tuning Test your jig by cutting four pieces of scrap wood and assembling them into a frame. Check the corners for tight joints. If the corners are not perfectly aligned, you may need to slightly adjust the angle of your miter saw or the position of your stop block.
Conclusion: Your Picture Frame Jig is Ready! You have now successfully built a simple picture frame jig! This jig will significantly improve the accuracy and speed of your picture frame-making process. Remember to always use caution when operating power tools, and ensure your work area is well-lit and clear of obstructions. Happy crafting!
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