The Framers Forum

I’m looking to setup with an online accounting software and QuickBooks seems to be fine for my needs, I don’t have a massive turnover and not VAT reg. Just want something to track receipts to help with tax return that can be scaled up as I grows. I am keen to get a view on what other people use and ...

I was having the same problems then moved back to Art Glass and life is much easier!

I was having the same problems then moved back to Art Glass and life is much easier!

Thanks both. You have clarified what I a have been doing, possibly I might be a bit overall cautious. Prospero I've seen your posts about that sub frame before, its quite a thing and more so know that it was for a 10mm frame. The final piece must have been impressive! :clap: Just interested to know ...

...No that was the preview I saw ... COFFEE!

-ooop must have hit TAB on the keyboard and posted a bit early. Hi all, Out of curiosity, who here has set rule for using a sub - frame when creating a larger framer. What is the combination that requires the use of one? I have always been a bit uncertain and more than likely over engineered frames....

Thanks for the tips both!

Morning all, Quick check if I may... I have a client who wants a large c-type print framed. What are the common methods for hinging work like this? I had used p-90 on much smaller less expensive prints but mindful that with the adds size / weight of this item add the glossy paper type that there mig...

Thank you Jo for your very generous overview. This has really helped!

Thanks Justin, that was my thought. Similarly my client, a good friend, is pretty relaxed how I go about it, I want to do the best job possible and not cock it up doing something that could ultimately damage the program long term. I will have a look through Tudor Rose's posts. If anyone else has any...

I had similar a few years ago. The artwork was on 90g Japanese paper. As Timh mentioned, shadow floated on a darker mount then mounted the pedestal mounted work on a white mount as per the clients wish.

I think thats the best you can do...

Hi all, I need a bit of guidance please. I have a friend who wants me to frame an old (1924) football flyer. It measures, 318mm x 216mm. Its very delicate and is printed on both sides. It also has very little 'margin' and a small chunk missing on one edge so the client wants to see the entire item e...

Thanks again for all the detailed replies, its been really helpful and all advice well noted!

Thank you Woodypk for the offer I will PM if I get a bit lost but think I have it.

I haven't decided yet if I am going to purchase a table saw, i'm still looking at specs.

Thanks again !

Thanks for all the detailed replies. It’s really helpful to get the broad view. Interesting to know about the Rockler jig for a router table. It’s another good option to consider but alas with a small studio space the table saw would be better in that it will allow me to cut the spline inserts. Than...

Thanks for the video post. I am familiar with this one and a few others.

I think what I’m asking is if I can crest splines accurately on a portable / smaller table saw like the one I mention. Or, like in the video a bigger machine is needed.

Thanks

Hi Mark, have a look on the Keencut website and / or contact their sales / support team. They are brilliant at offering help and you can buy parts direct from them.

All the best.

Hi all, Keen for peoples view / experience... I have been thinking about purchasing a small table saw (something like - DeWalt 210mm 1700W Compact Table Saw 110V) with the intension to use to make splines. I have a theoretical understanding of creating spines and the need to create a jig but would b...

Thanks Pramsay, I will have a look at Centrado

When I first started framing I started using Groglass products and also Wessex Water White glass. A few years on and I am now using Tru Vue for AR70 / Museum glass. The move was mainly due to cost. Other than the price difference, with Groglass being more, are there any other notable difference wort...

That's a fantastic overview Mark, thank you. Im a big fan of the Polyvine Dead Flat varnish too, I had a brief go with a rattle can lacquer but it looked terrible. Im sure that there is a health dose of technique to what I produced too

Have a good week all.