| Picture Frames: Adding Inlays |
From "Woodworking"
episode DIW-210 |
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Leftover wood used for frames can sometimes look ordinary. Contrasting inlays can be used to add interest to the frame. In his demonstration, DIY Woodworking host Bruce Johnson adds 1/4" strips of walnut to dress up a hard maple frame, but any type of wood can be selected. Materials: Small pieces of wood for frame
Thin strips of wood for inlays in a contrasting color
Table saw with dado blade (a regular blade can also be used, but several passes will have to be made)
Guide stick
Woodworkers glue
Sandpaper or sander
- Set the dado blade at the appropriate width, height and distance from fence (Johnson sets his at 1/4" width, 1/4" height and 3/4" away from the blade).
- Make first pass to create inlay groove. Reposition blade and make a second pass.
- Dry-fit inlay strips into grooves to test fit (figure A) before gluing.
- Apply glue to grooves and add inlay strips (any excess length will be cut away as corners are mitered).
- After all inlays have been glued and allowed to dry, the surface area is sanded (figure B) so that inlays and surrounding area are even.
- Miter corners and assemble frames.
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RESOURCES :
Making Picture Frames
Model: 1550745050
Author: Linda Hendry
Fine Woodworking: Making Picture Frames
Author: Stuart Altshuler
# 014032
The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Woodworking.com
"One woodworker helping another."
How to Make Your Own Picture Frames
Model: 0823024520
Author: Hal Rogers and Ed Reinhardt
Table Saw Techniques
Model: 0806942681
Author: Roger W. Cliffe
Mastering Woodworking Machines (Fine Woodworking Book)
Author: Mark Duginske
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 0942391985
Band Saw Handbook
Model: 0806963980
Author: Mark Duginske
Inlays.com
E-tailer of inlay strips and marquetry.
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