making simple unfinished wood picture frames - what set up for a newbie?

[sploo]

I’d love one as I make a lot of frames (my other hobby is photography). I’ve tried a couple of time to get one but it’s been block by the denier of tools.

What she doesn't know won't hurt her. Until she finds out... then it'll hurt you.

 

[MikeJhn]

You will find a powered mitre saw is not accurate enough for picture frames, a Nobex hand mitre saw would be better, but both do not let you fine trim the angle to get an accurate joint, that is where a mitre slice machine come in, Axminster do a reasonable version, joining the frame needs a overhead frame nailer small versions are available, (as above) do have a look on the "Lion picture frame" site for guidance, FYI if you get a frame joiner you don't need band clamps.

https://www.lionpic.co.uk/workshop/diy-framing/

https://www.lionpic.co.uk/p/13452/Logan-F300-2-Pro-Frame-Joiner

https://www.axminstertools.com/axcaliber-mt1-mitre-trimmer-951813

https://www.allaboutframing.co.uk/products/nobex-proman-110-mitre-saw/

Just came to the realisation I have not used any of the above for over a year and can't see my doing so, if anyone is interested PM me, I am in Kent if needed to collect, also lots of other picture framing paraphernalia.

 

[Graham Brazier]

This might be worth a look if you have access to a small table saw
And can make the jig

 

[MikeJhn]

Eighteen minutes to say what could have been said in five, and listening to the Rabit about Rabits was appalling, as it's American you expect there not to be a saw blade guard, IMO these videos ought to be banned from UK Workshop.

 

[Trextr7monkey]

Just catching up with this and thought of something else- if buying an underpinner make sure that the required V nails are still available. Some became obsolete recently I only know as I picked up a treadle operated guillotine (magnolia version) and an underpinner together. This forum was very helpful in identifying the underpinner so I was quickly able to check with suppliers like Lion that v nails were still available. Paid £150 for both if that helps indicate what is out there

 

[LewisB]

Would a hand mitre cutter not suffice to get a perfect finish?

Thanks