How To Make A Matted Picture Frame

Here the image is cut apart each section mounted on 1 4 foam.

How to make a matted picture frame.

I ll share the formula to figure it out. A well cut mat can make a huge difference in how a picture looks taking it from a simple snapshot to a framed piece of art. Watch the video tutorial on how to make a picture frame from scratch using moulding. Now you just need to put it all together.

Making your own picture frame is a great way to personalize your home décor and to create a device that is truly appropriate to the image inside of it. Align the four outer trim pieces you previously cut. Making your own picture frames can be a fun and rewarding project and one that saves you some dough compared to paying for custom framing. I glued my print because it was printed on very sturdy canvas paper.

Assembling your mat frame. Attach your artwork to that center piece of foam board you cut out. In addition the detailed video shows what picture framing supplies you. Carol duvall host of hgtv s the carol duvall show shares her discoveries about matting and framing artwork.

Next cut a second picture mat to the same size but this time cut a window out from the inside of the mat to frame your picture. First you need the dimensions of the picture you want to frame then the width of the mat you want around the picture and lastly the width you want your frame to be. The dimensions of the window are a matter of preference but usually a 1 2 inch to 1 5 inch thick frame looks best. Congrats you ve made a diy picture frame with a mat.

To make a picture frame you ll need to assemble a cardboard mat four wood or metal sides creating the outline of your frame and the glass or plexiglass front used to protect the picture. Beginning with a turquoise mat add 1 2 foam board on top and end with the addition of a white mat on top of the foam board. But there are a few tips to keep in mind that will make. When complete the glass picture and backing will be flush with the outer frame.

Clamp each joint to secure. Your frame size will depend on the size of the picture you are framing and the size of the mat that you want. To learn how to secure your picture mats inside of the frame scroll down.