After aligning and clamping the pieces, pre-drill on the back 4 holes along the 30″ long edge, starting at a few inches from the corner, and evenly space the along the edge. We will start with the top edge of the picture frame. This creates a 1/4″ x 1/4″ groove which is where the pictures and glass ( if using) will slide in and out of. Clamp the plywood sheet, plywood strips and 1x2s using large Spring Metal Clamps, make sure they are lined up at top edge, and at bottom edge, see plan drawing below.
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How we changed our ugly TV wall to something much more beautiful! Step 1: Cut, sand, and assembleĬut two plywood strips from the main sheet, and two pieces of 1 x 2s ( actual dimension 0.75″ x 1.5″ ), follow the dimensions in the plan below. You can view the first part here: how we changed our ugly TV wall to something much more beautiful! This project is part of our living room makeover. Work on a clean level surface, free of clutter or debris. Follow safety guidelines of each tool you are using. You can use photo paper to print your pictures, I also love printing on this heavy matte Neenah Paper Exact Index 110 lb Cardstock or similar weight cardstock.īefore we start building, remember safety first! Please follow good practices to build safely and smartly. Optional: if you want glass on this picture frame, get three Dollar Store 8×10 frames and keep the glass. a drill, (8) 1″ screws, a circular saw or jig saw, a couple of large Spring Metal Clamps – one of my favorite tools!.Sawtooth Hangers, these come with nails, to hang the frame.You can get a 8′ long piece for about $1 at Homedepot. 30″ x 15″ sheet of 1/4″ thick plywood ( you can also use 3/16″ underlayment ).( Some of the helpful resources are affiliate links. I will share size & design variations so you can customize it for your home.įirst, a video tutorial to show you how fast it is to change pictures, and how easy it is to make this frame – This frame is designed to hold three 8×10 photos. Super helpful tips I have learned through designing and making the collage photo frame at the end.
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How to make this photo frame in 3 easy steps. ***THE BEST PART is*** : you can change all the photos in less than a minute, without ever taking this picture frame off the wall! ( Check out the video below to see it in action. This DIY collage photo frame is a game changer! With a beautiful whitewashed wood finish, it takes only $5 and 30 minutes to make.