How to attach glass to wood picture frame?
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Jayme on Feb 12, 2013I am a custom framer and you don't really "attach" glass to a picture frame. You have a piece of glass that will sit in the "rabbit" of the frame. You then need some sort of back board (I use foamcore) cut to the same size as the glass....the picture goes between the glass and the backing board then it is held in with framers or glazier points. Framers points you need a special tool to install....glazier points you can push in with a screw driver. You shouldbe able to find the glazier points at a hardware/home improvement store.Helpful Reply
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June @ Coffee Under the Umbrella on Feb 12, 2013I am not a "real" framer like you are. I fastened the boards together and don't have a means to make a rabbit, unless you have a way to do so with basic tools.Helpful Reply
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Jayme on Feb 12, 2013Oh June....I do have a way. You still need a back board of some kind... even a piece of corragated cardboard will work. You can then use a little bent piece of metal called an offset (pictured) to hold the glass and backing (picture between glass and backing) to the frame.....only takes a screwdriver to assemble. I am not sure how readily available the offsets are, as I had to order them from a framers supply company. But I have lots of them and would be more than happy to send you 4 of them with screws if you would like...no cost to you, I will just send them to you.....let me know.Helpful Reply
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June @ Coffee Under the Umbrella on Feb 12, 2013That is really, really kind of you. Ignorant here...what is the difference bt the offset and mirror clips? Other than the obvious metal vs. plastic.Helpful Reply
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Jayme on Feb 12, 2013Hmmmm... that is a good question, as I am not picturing a mirror clip for some reason. Ooh wait...I am picturing the mirror clip now. As long as it has the little "offset", I call it a step (a sophisticated framing term...LOL) along with a way to screw it down....then I think that it would work. If you have trouble finding some mirror clips, let me know, the offer still stands.Helpful Reply
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June @ Coffee Under the Umbrella on Feb 12, 2013Thank you so much, Jayme! I will first check my hardware store to see if I can find what I need there. I'll let you know if I can't!Helpful Reply
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Gail Salminen on Feb 13, 2013@June @ Coffee Under the Umbrella Mirror clips can be found at most home supply stores. Maybe with the tips from @Jayme I will try my hand at framing. Good question and great expertise shared. Thanks for posting. :)Helpful Reply
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Jane on Jul 17, 2015Please do not use corragated cardboard behind your picture. The "ridges" will eventually create lines on the picture, plus the acid in the cardboard will cause discoloration. If possible, use acid-free board or foamcore behind your picture. Jane Coleman, GeorgiaHelpful Reply
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Deb4262546 on May 16, 2016Have u thought about visiting Hobbt Lobby, Michaek's or JoAnn Fabrics. All have photo framing & mounting available. You could even call a store if you don't have one in your area. They should be happy to help you out.Helpful Reply
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