finishing work

[rochar3]

Hello,
I am rather new to scrolling and would like to know what everybody does to mount their work. I did a portrait of a dog out of 1/8 plywood and am at a loss as what to do to display same. What size backer board, do you paint the backer board. Etc.Etc.
Thanks for your help.
Bob

[tux_linux]

Frame it. That looks best.

[mrsn]

When I have a 1/8" project I always frame it some how. You can find nice frames at craft stores (Michael's or JoAnn) cheaper frames can be found at Walmart, dollar stores or thrift stores. I really like matting the project before framing (basically a piece of cardboard center the wood and frame) you can also make your own frames. You can buy picture frame molding from Menards, Lowes, Home Depot or similar places. Making a frame is really nice if the project is an odd size.
When I buy a frame I usually use felt (charcoal or black mostly)  or printed cardstock (found in the scrapbook section of craft stores) . When I make a frame I stain the backer darker then the front and use 1/8" ply.

[Barry]

I usually use the same size backer board and make it out of 1/8 plywood.  Any thicker and you will have a hard time fitting it in a standard frame.  I spray paint my backer with a flat black finish.  As mrsn said many people use felt or card stock, which you can buy at any craft shop, these give you more variety of color.

I use Arlene's tacky glue.  It is clear, and it also dries clear, which helps the glue not to show.  I don't use glass.  I take the glass out for two reasons.  I don't like the glare and it keeps the piece thin enough to fit well in the frame.

This may be too obvious , but I use good plywood for my piece (baltic birch) and the cheap stuff for the backer.  I usually watch for sales or make my own frames.  But I have had pieces that I had professionally framed.  This depends on how nice the piece is or to who(m?) I am trying to impress.


Barry

[dgman]

Everybody has their favorite ways of mounting portraits. first I use either 1/8" Baltic birch or Oak plywood for the portrait. I'll use either plywood for the backer. I like a natural wood look for the backer, so I usually stain it. I make my own frames. This way I'm not restricted to whatever size frame I can find. I cut a keyhole in the top of the frame to hang.

[BigPete]

I am also just learning about the different methods used to finish off projects and have just bought some black felt to try , and i have made myself a sled for my tablesaw to also make my own frames .
Dan , when you say a keyhole is this like a slot where you can move it to keep it straight and how deep is it? , do you make you own moulding ? ..Pete

[Paw Paw Ray]

I buy frames at the $ store and use colored construction the same size.

[tux_linux]

can you show the portrait of the dog? Maybe we can suggest some.

[dgman]

I am also just learning about the different methods used to finish off projects and have just bought some black felt to try , and i have made myself a sled for my tablesaw to also make my own frames .
Dan , when you say a keyhole is this like a slot where you can move it to keep it straight and how deep is it? , do you make you own moulding ? ..Pete

The key hole is cut with a router on a router table with a bit called a keyhole bit. It is designed to hang flush to the wall with a screw or nail. Here is a link: http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/2008092/6374/Whiteside-3050-Carbide-Picture-Hanger-Router-Bit-14-SH-38-DX-716-CL.aspx
And yes, I make my own molding, although i keep it very simple. I usually use 1/2" to 5/8" stock to make my frames.

[BigPete]

Thanks for that Dan , i will see if i can source a bit over here.. Pete

[Russ C]

I also make my own frames so I'm not restricted to whatever size frame. I just mount a sawtooth Hanger on the back. The backer depends on the look I want for that project. Sometimes I use no backer and leave it open.   

[newfie]

i frame mine and use different color felt for the backer.

[Keefie]

Pete, try http://www.axminster.co.uk/axcaliber-keyhole-router-cutters-prod803493/ they cost ?6.90

[chelcass]

I usually get my frames from yard sales, goodwill store or any charity shop (cheap, cheap, cheap 10 cents to a dollar).  I use the glass for other projects (gog) and the frame part I can cut to whatever size I need. If the frame has a backboard already I will use that.

[BigPete]

Thanks Keefie i will order one , Russ i like the idea of the sawtooth hanger ,i just looked at some canvas picture i had made and they were finished with them  ...Pete