Learn more about picture framing.  Select a fully illustrated step-by-step tutorial from the list below. 

 

 
How to Stretch Canvas

You will need stretching pliers and a staple gun.

How to Attach a Dust Cover

A dust cover trimmer will save you plenty of time and hassle.

Tips on Selecting Colors for Matting and Framing

Selecting colors can be one of the most exicting parts of the picture framing process.


How to Build Wood Picture Frames

Custom Sectional Wood Frame


How to Use the EZ-Finish Mounting and Hanging Kit

The EZ-Finish Mounting & Hanging Kit provides everything you need to mount the art, hold the contents in, and hang the frame.

How to Use a Floater Frame

The art appears to float within the recess of the frame.

How to Measure, Cut and Assemble Fillets

Decorative Fillets Add Character to Your Matting


How to Assemble Polystyrene Picture Frames

Polystyrene Mouldings are glued together

How to Load Tape into a Tape Gun

Framing4Yourself ATG Tape Gun

How to Prepare Photographic Prints for Sale

Easy for Customers and Enhances Your Prints

How to Install RabbetSpace Rabbet Depth Extenders

Rabbet depth extenders elegantly solve the problem of a frame that is too shallow for the contents.

How to Use Positionable Mounting Adhesive

Positionable Mounting Adhesive (PMA) eliminates the hazard and mess of spray adhesives and is fully repositionable before burnishing.

How to Use Self-Adhesive Boards

Self-Adhesive Foamboard

How to Use a Dry Mount Press - Regular Operation

Note: Depending on the type of press you

How Use a Dry Mount Press - Mounting Oversize Images

To Mount Pieces Larger than the Press You Will Need a Release Board

Logan 650 Framer's Edge Professional Mat Cutter - Assembly

Logan Model 650 Framer's Edge Mat Cutter

Logan 650 Framer's Edge Professional Mat Cutter - Operation

Logan Model 650 Framer's Edge Mat Cutter

Logan 750 Simplex Plus Mat Cutter - Operation

Logan 750 Simplex Plus Mat Cutter

How to Cut a V-Groove Mat - with a Logan V-Groove Cutter

A V-Groove is a decorative groove around the window.

How to Cut a Reverse Bevel Window in a Mat

A mat window with a reverse bevel appears to be a window with the edges cut straight, without a bevel.

How to Cut an Angled Corner Mat

An Angled Corner Mat

How to Sink Mount a Canvas Board

The thickness of the canvas board presents a challenge


Saw Fence Extension - Assembly

Saw Fence Extension



How to Perform a Canvas Transfer

The textured surface of canvas can give images a more classical appearance.

Kinetronics Canned Air Ionizer

Kinetronics Canned Air Ionizer

How to Picture Frame: Step One: Measuring

Measuring is the first step in the picture framing process and a crucial one.

How to Picture Frame: Step Two: Selecting Colors and Styles For Matting and Framing

Selecting colors and styles can be among the most gratifying parts of the framing process.

How to Picture Frame: Step Three: How to Order Picture Frames at Framing4Yourself.com

Choose from 100's of different styles and types of frames and mouldings.