I want to start making picture frames. What tool would I need to cut designs into the wood?
2007-06-08 07:52:52 · 9 answers · asked by MANDY B 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
A saw
2007-06-08 07:56:03 · answer #1 · answered by jenkx872 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To cut the wood for the frames, you will want a mitersaw. For cutting designs into the wood, a router. Since picture frames are not large expanses of wood, a Dremel tool with the router attachment works well. Best for intricate designs. Small bits and ease of control.
2007-06-08 08:06:28 · answer #2 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a small palm router (bosch makes a good one) look for rpms of at least 24000. I live in Ontario and I can get one for about $100. Mind you, you router will be very frustrating if you don't get a good quality bit. Look for carbide. Porter Cable makes the best bits (my opinion) and I've tried too many! If you want to go on a slightly larger scale get a plunge router (at least 24000rpms) which will allow you to easily control depth changes in your cuts. These run anywhere from about $150 - $800. ( Mine is a porter cable plunge/fixed base which cost about $600 and its amazing) Good luck
2007-06-08 08:05:31 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1st. a miter cut saw, You can still get manual ones. Start small. If you like it get a router and bit assortment for design work.
2007-06-08 07:59:02 · answer #4 · answered by grounded 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a Router.
2007-06-08 07:56:06 · answer #5 · answered by vagpenisdude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a router is ideally suited to cut designs in wood
2007-06-08 07:57:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a fine cut miter saw
2007-06-08 09:27:48 · answer #7 · answered by Polyhistor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a chisel set and sand paper. To finish, a stain and/or varnish.
2007-06-08 07:56:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a router and varied bits....
2007-06-08 22:33:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a chisel DUH
2007-06-08 08:28:50 · answer #10 · answered by dancer234 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋