| Picture Frames: Creating a Frame for Stained Art Glass |
From "Woodworking"
episode DIW-210 |
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Stained-glass windows can be purchased as flea markets for around $45 to $55. Frequently the window frames are in bad condition with old, rotting wood and chipped paint. A new frame can update the piece and increase its overall value. Materials: Hand saw or band saw
Rubber mallet
Heavy-duty paint and varnish remover
Steel wool
Table saw or radial-arm saw
Table saw with dado blade
Small pieces of wood
Tape measure or yardstick
Pencil
Woodworkers glue
Belt/web clamps
Brass eye hooks
- Remove old frame by using a hand saw or band saw to sever the joint (figure A). Saw into wood just enough to loosen the wood without damaging the glass.
- After frame is loosened, pull away by hand or use a rubber mallet to tap gently.
- After removing the frame, apply heavy-duty paint and varnish remover to remove any paint or caulk left behind. Allow the remover to work for 30 minutes before using steel wool to finish removing residual matter (figure B) and create a clean surface.
- Miter all pieces for the frame. Use table saw with dado blade to cut a groove down the center of the inner surface of the frame (figure C). Cut the groove the same width as the stained-glass window. The height should match the height of the outer edge of the window. Use additional scrap wood to perform a few test cuts before beginning.
- Use a guide stick to push wood slowly as it cuts to prevent splintering. Repeat for remaining sides.
- When grooves have been cut on all inner surfaces of the frame, apply woodworker's glue to grooves and inner surfaces of corners.
- Position pieces and use belt clamp to secure frame (figure D) as glue dries.
- After glue has dried (about 4 to 6 hours), add brass eye hooks at the top and hang as desired.
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