Are you unable to get a perfect photo frame for your living room to display your family picture? Well, a good idea is to make one. You can easily replicate what you want in a photo frame, like your style and décor elements, through this ‘Do It Yourself’ (DIY) guide about making a photo frame.
The first thing required for a photo frame is the lumber that needs to be cut. Calculate the frame to be cut corresponding to the photo size. For instance, if you have an 8×10 photo, then the photo frame needs to be larger than this to accommodate the picture. Mark and cut the lumber based on the thickness of the frame. For instance, if it’s a one-inch frame with no border, then the photo frame needs to be of the size 10×12 inch to accommodate a photo of 8×10 inch. If you need to give depth to your photo frame and need two or three layering, use a white board.
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Things needed to make a photo frame
- White wood board measuring 1 inch width x 2 inch thickness x 8 feet length.
- Hardboard measuring 1/8 inch width x 2 inch thickness x 4 feet length.
Make the photo frame
Start with making the outer frame by setting the different pieces of hardboard together to make a bigger rectangle. Stick them with glue. This will be the outer frame. Place the glass sheet so that it fits the measurements perfectly and glue it. You can also create a cavity on the inner sides of the hardwood where the glass sheet can be placed.
Attach hardware to the white board
As the front portion of the picture frame is ready, attach the hook and frame stopper at the back of the white board. These are for inserting and securing the picture and hanging them on the wall.
Final touch to the frame
- Once dry, place the picture inside the frame.
- Secure with the white board.
- You can paint the photo frame or decorate it.
FAQs
Which materials can be used to make a photo frame?
You can make photo frames from wood or cardboards.
What can I frame instead of pictures?
You can frame letters, flags, paintings, puzzles, etc., instead of pictures.
What are the materials needed to make a photo frame?
To make a photo frame, you need a hardboard, a wooden board, a glass and glue. You also need a cutter to cut the lumber.
What are the common sizes of photos?
The most common sizes of photos are 6x8, 8x10, and 10x2.
What size of a frame fits an 8x10 picture?
A frame size of 11x14 or 12x14 can fit an 8x10 picture.
Which photo frame is the best for a wall?
A photo frame made up of wood, or metal is the best for a wall.
What is the best size of a frame for a wall photo?
Frames with 11x14 dimension are good for walls and 20x30 size frame is good for hanging frames above couches or staircase.
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With 16+ years of experience in various sectors, of which more than ten years in real estate, Anuradha Ramamirtham excels in tracking property trends and simplifying housing-related topics such as Rera, housing lottery, etc. Her diverse background includes roles at Times Property, Tech Target India, Indiantelevision.com and ITNation. Anuradha holds a PG Diploma degree in Journalism from KC College and has done BSc (IT) from SIES. In her leisure time, she enjoys singing and travelling.
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