SAVE MONEY on framing your artwork with a Point Driver!

In this video I will be demonstrating how to frame a painting using a wooden frame a and a point gun driver. For the $100.00 investment, this has been a huge time saver and it has saved me a ton of money on framing.

You can use this method for works on canvas, wood panel, linen panel and even works on paper that require glass and backing. Functioning exactly like a heavyduty stapler, a POINT DRIVER or TAB GUN / DRIVER drives flexible points into wooden or mdf frames to hold the glass, backing and artwork securely in position.

Points are driven parallel to the backing leaving aprox 1/8” space, just enough to hold securely without causing damage. In this video I will be using Flex points. Once inserted, these pins can be bent back, allowing you to change the artwork. That said, This method also works well for mounting work permanently ( which I will be demonstrating).

* PLEASE NOTE: I use this method usually if I am hanging a show, or want a quick method of framing. If you want this to be 100% archival quality, I would suggest bringing it to a framer, otherwise, you will be investing quite a lot in archival materials. Particularly important when framing paper artwork. The image needs to be hung using acid free tape on acid free 100% backing board and then matted with 100% acid free mat board. The glass (UV Museum, if you can afford it) is then put on top and the edges sealed with acid free tape.


TOOLS:
LOGAN Dual Point Driver Elite: https://amzn.to/3QrN6bq
Flexible Points: https://amzn.to/3KYS7ac
Coated picture wire: https://amzn.to/3BqGjud
D rings: https://amzn.to/3ezHuyC
Pliers
Hammer
Nail
Short screws
Measuring tape
Pencil
Foam or thick / soft fabric to protect picture frame from impact

Optional :
Clear bumpers https://amzn.to/3TOsGw9
Brown Kraft Tape

I have even used wooden frames containing commercial prints, tossed the prints out and voila, have been easily able to reuse the frame without having to bring it to the framer each time. This method only works if the contents of your frame (the glass, mat, artwork and backing) lie below the wooden frame edge. About 1/8” down from edge of rabbet.

This will keep dust and unwelcome critters from making their home in the tiny open spaces between your backing and frame. Apply the tape so it covers approximately half an inch of the frame, and as much or more of the backing. Press firmly to ensure a good seal. Each side should overlap the other, perpendicular side t o achieve a neat, straight seam all the way around. If you have received rubber or felt bumpers, attach them to the bottom corners of the frame after taping.

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