Workshop Rules
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Workshop Rules
I might put up a small list of cardinal rules for the workshop.
Important stuff, nothing too petty.
Number one on my list is: -
Never slide a frame across the work surface, always lift it to move it, even for a short distance.
Any others come to mind?
Important stuff, nothing too petty.
Number one on my list is: -
Never slide a frame across the work surface, always lift it to move it, even for a short distance.
Any others come to mind?
HOW Much!?
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I'll agree with that.
A blanket covering the finishing work surface offers protection for frame faces, some being more delicate than others.
Another basic rule: bin waste immediately. Nothing more lethal than SBS on a smooth concrete floor which has dropped of the end of the bench guillotine, unless you want to take up skating.
Framers' workshops can be dangerous places; just be tidy.
A blanket covering the finishing work surface offers protection for frame faces, some being more delicate than others.
Another basic rule: bin waste immediately. Nothing more lethal than SBS on a smooth concrete floor which has dropped of the end of the bench guillotine, unless you want to take up skating.
Framers' workshops can be dangerous places; just be tidy.
Measure twice - cut once
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Keep assembled frame away from glass cleaning area until ready to assemble. Especially do not put fragile finishes face down near the glass you are cleaning, the glass can slide under the frame and take the finish off. Don't ask!
Glass cleaner - use and put away nowhere near artwork - ditto above!
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Glass cleaner - use and put away nowhere near artwork - ditto above!
Welcome Dave - great to see you here!
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Re: Workshop Rules
Depends what your work surface is!John wrote: Never slide a frame across the work surface, always lift it to move it, even for a short distance.
The most fragile finishes can be slid on my work surface as much as I like with no damage.
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Come on Ormond......
Open up....and tell us what your work surface is..
Or post an image
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Open up....and tell us what your work surface is..
Or post an image
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Two of my tables used primarily for fitting are covered with an inexpensive, nylon carpet (remnants from a going out of business sale). The pile is about 1 cm deep, so that debris tends to sink to the bottom of it and reduces the possibility of scratching the frame when I slide it. When the mood suits me, I simply vacuum the carpet and get the boogers out.
On the very rare occasion when I get a spot of glue on the carpet, I just snip off the offending thread.
On the very rare occasion when I get a spot of glue on the carpet, I just snip off the offending thread.
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helpful tips
1 never lift pictures back to face as the fixing screws on the back may damage the finish on the front of other frames
2 promote and encourage health and safety in the work place
3 Clear bench of framing equipment before starting new job
2 promote and encourage health and safety in the work place
3 Clear bench of framing equipment before starting new job
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our work surfaces are carpeted, works a treat.foxyframer wrote:I'll agree with that.
A blanket covering the finishing work surface offers protection for frame faces, some being more delicate than others.
Framers' workshops can be dangerous places; just be tidy.
our main rules:
never leave an unfinished job on the workbench when you knock off, other people may want be working there when you've gone home.
when you just cant jam anything else in the bin, its your turn to empty it.
check/calibrate/adjust as necessary all the machinery daily before work.
no food or beverages anywhere near anyones work.
always crush and compact the glass waste in its own metal bin