How to Refurbish an Old Picture Frame
- 1). Take a good, long look at your frame. Make a list of everything that's wrong with it.
- 2). Remove the glass (if there is any) and set it aside.
- 3). Take off any remaining hardware, including the eyehooks for the wire. (Unless the hanging mechanism is in truly good shape, it's a good idea to replace it.)
- 4). Give the frame a good cleaning with a whisk broom or soap and water, depending on how fragile it is and what it's made of.
- 5). Start with the most fundamental problems. Is it sturdy, or are the corners coming apart? Stabilize the frame first with a combination of corner braces, nails, and wood glue.
- 6). Fill any gouges or chips with wood filler.
- 7). Sand any rough spots.
- 8). Apply paint, stain or - if you're feeling adventurous and think it would look good - gold or silver leaf.
- 9). Finish with a coat of polyurethane.
- 10
Clean and reset (or replace) the glass.
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