How to Make a Floating Picture Frame

In this video we show you how to make a floating picture frame. This style frame is called a “Floating frame” as the artwork has a spacing around its parameter and feels like the artwork is floating. We used red oak to build the picture frame.
Hopefully you all find the video helpful and interesting.
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[@stephenzanowick8648]

As someone who has had a table saw accident, watching you rip those boards turned my stomach. A push stick is way cheaper and less painful than a trip to the emergency room. Plus you get to keep your fingers!

[@SwatBeatsOfficial]

It was a sawstop saw. I would still probably use a push stick, though

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks for the advice, appreciate it.

[@Benmeglei1]

Flesh sensing technology. Personally, id still use a push stick

[@TrevorMatthews]

Very first thing I noticed! And then I couldn’t concentrate on anything else

[@dermo43]

I’m so glad for you that, somehow, you managed to keep all your fingers by the end of the video.

[@stephenshippos4604]

absolutely crazy running your hands through that saw!

[@SD-eu7ht]

Very nice work but please, do not solely rely on sawstop. It is there just in case….use a push stick so you have two degrees of safety

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks and yes everyone need to be safe.

[@temomoreno2018]

Great video. I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

That’s great, thanks for the feedback. Appreciate you.

[@user-cc4nt4vn8b]

Thanks so much for sharing. As an artist I’ve decided to make my own floater frames with basic equipment and so far they are turning out well with the help of your tutorials.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

That is awesome, it’s always good to get feedback. Thanks again for watching and commenting.

[@SJmystic]

I particularly appreciated that you described many tips for accuracy in the construction process, such as double checking the angle measurement of the mitre saw with a carpenter's square and cutting one frame piece first and using it to set the measurements on the opposite side piece.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks appreciate the feedback, it’s always hard to cover what would help people viewing the video. So feedback is always great!! Thanks again

[@Winziggle1]

Thank you for such an all-encompassing explanation of framing! I can see your pride of workmanship.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you I really appreciate your kind words.

[@j07950]

Brilliant and simple way to build floating frames. The best one I've come across on KZbin! That jig is genius!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you appreciate you kind words.

[@Yusufmasron]

nice, simple and neat. i like the spline jig using the biscuit joiner

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks man appreciate that.

[@JohntheSchreiner]

Painting looks great. Frame looks great. Great job by all!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Cheers John appreciate that

[@vaughnford9347]

Good idea with the biscuit joiner!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks it does work well from picture frames.

[@tfturning]

Great seeing the process, the frame looks amazing as does the painting!! Those mitres are pristine too! Nice work mate.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Cheers appreciate that.

[@spindlesworkshop9744]

Great job and awesome tip with the jointer

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks sir!!

[@delziduck9888]

❤Thank You for Sharing

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks

[@carolejackart]

Beautiful! ❤

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much.

[@helenshubin2469]

Great job 👍 on making the floating frame.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you so much

[@springtimemtnflower]

So helpful thank you for this video!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you for watching and commenting, it really helps small channels like ours.

[@stephaniegreer140]

Love this! Definitely going to try this with my next piece of wall art. Thank you!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Excellent you will do great.

[@bremilymarchany2949]

Absolutely loved this video, it helps a lot, you and your wife both got talent!❤️ thanks for sharing

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks for watching and the kind comments. Appreciate it!

[@Old52Guy]

This is the best tutorial I've seen on this kind of project. Thanks!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank I appreciate that.

[@douglasgreen437]

Fantastic...

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you sir really appreciate that

[@barblamont8907]

Nicely done...thank you

[@LonghornWorkshop]

That’s very kind, appreciate that

Hello my friend. a beautiful picture frame. Thank you for sharing the details. good job. congratulations. All the best.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks Mehmet

[@dulcieogilvie5786]

You made that look so easy!!!!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you

[@Austeration]

Brilliant and very informative 👍 I think I would be willing to try this out if I need to make a frame. Your wife's art looks very cool also. Well done

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks man appreciate that.

[@19woodworks]

That’s clean! I’m definitely gonna use these techniques.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks man appreciate that.

[@foltz-art]

Oh yeah I like this wow what a Great looking frame .. floater frames are so Awesome and so wonderful to display on any type of Art works groovy cool share i enjoyed this immensely 🎉 🖼✌️🎨🎭

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks man appreciate your kind words

[@samuelrodovalho6680]

Nice frame and also I loved the trick with the biscuit jointer.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks appreciate that.

[@rebeccarowlandson7126]

Thank you for this video

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you for watching and leaving a positive comment. Much appreciated

[@benmccorquodale]

Thank you 😊

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks

[@jbyeats]

You have made my day . Wonderful work & finished product . Learned at least two little procedures which will save me lots of time & energy making my frames in future . Many thanks again .

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks appreciate the positive comments. Truly does keep small channels like ours keep producing helpful content.

[@briansbuildsandoutdoors4936]

Nice one Harki, the frame looks great. Keep up the good work. All the best.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Cheers mate appreciate that

[@ceakoth]

Thanks for the super helpful video! And your wife’s painting is beautiful!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you appreciate that

[@jdejde4876]

thanks for a really great video!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you for watching and commenting. It means a lot !

[@lilianacaracheo7228]

At first I was like: I can totally do that with what I have at home. Then the big machines came out ahaha

[@LonghornWorkshop]

lol it can be done if you have patience. A cheap miter saw from FB market place would be a good investment. It’s in my to do list to make a picture frame from basic tools

[@RestorationAustralia]

Well done.👍

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks

[@jakee8704]

Great work 👍👍

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you

[@elizabethsuggs993]

nice frame and nice painting too

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much, appreciated

[@TheGrantAlexander]

Great looking frame Harki!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks Grant appreciate that.

[@CorsoWorkshop]

Good one!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you appreciate that

[@dlk4318]

great work!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much

[@Kevscancave]

Very neat work ! 👍👀👍

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks Kev appreciate that

[@decea9380]

Beautiful work. Thank you for making this video.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you glad you enjoyed it

[@Art_8work]

Very neat work!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank your

[@Remiaiki-bj9jy]

Felicitations,good job et merci pour la technique avec la biscuiteuse ✌👏👏

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you appreciate you watching and commenting

[@davidduits]

thanks for video. I learned a lot. and feel motivated to do it myself.💪

[@LonghornWorkshop]

That’s great, go for it it’s the only way to learn and get started

[@automaticprojects]

Beautiful frame and great video. I had done one before cutting the L-shape out from a much thicker piece of wood, but simpler and cheaper just to attach two pieces as you did here. Subscribed!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks appreciate that.

[@sergiomariscal7115]

Good video, it would've been nice to mention measurements.

[@dennisdownes9319]

Beautiful picture....beautiful frame! DD

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you for the kind words, appreciate that

[@woodfather]

Came out a treat! 👍I never see your videos in my feed Harki, will have to check out what you've been up to!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

No probs mate, been a little slow producing content as other things take precedence

[@mohamedelasri3397]

Congratulations good job 🎉

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks

[@aleidahertel8960]

Following. Great video! thanks for not using (distracting) music. Great info.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks appreciate you

[@BlancaVarguesArt]

Very amazing tutorial, so wonderful work😍😍👍

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much, appreciate that

[@samlafikes1563]

Wonderful job, I did not know how to square the picture the card trick is the way.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks for visiting and commenting it’s appreciated. I keep a pack of cards in the garage for things like this, they are very handy….

[@stephenmcgeown]

Nice work! I like the use of the biscuit jointer to accommodate the splices!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you man really appreciate you watching and leaving a comment. Cheers!!

[@debmakros6504]

Thanks! Great video with good tips. My husband really liked the frame strap you used!! We will get one for sure. Please pass on to your wife her painting is beautiful❤

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you so much for watching and the positive comments. Will definitely pass on the comments to my wife.

[@TheAfroJedi24]

thanks for sharing! this is a gorgeous frame for a stunning painting 💖 and your jig for the splines is the perfect combo of simple and effective. my only gripe is that your voice is too quiet. don't be afraid to turn that volume up a little bit. looking forward to the next one.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much and appreciate the feedback. It’s a constant battle to get the right volume level, you are correct though it was quite. Thanks again!!

[@GEMINI33NAC]

I'd love to see how that painting was made, it's gorgeous

[@LonghornWorkshop]

It’s paint by numbers for adults. See this video it may help kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaW7ZZV7rreUaqMsi=u4u5NZK4W_Bw8lYN

[@ArtsyFartsyLovers]

thanks

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you

[@aleidahertel8960]

Following. Great video!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@MarkMcCluney]

And I forgot to say how much I liked the painting!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Yeah Mrs Longhorn will like to hear that

[@MarkMcCluney]

@@LonghornWorkshop More of Mrs. Longhorn's work on the show please. I mean, she's got one fan already.

[@MaribuStork]

use a push stick for god sakes, jesus

[@patrickcharles7190]

OSHA showed up on the job site. Unless you were promoted to foreman in his shop, mind your own. He had plenty of room between the blade nd fence.

[@MaribuStork]

@@patrickcharles7190 lol ok. How many fingers you got, 8?

[@tintansigloXXI]

Nice and easy

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks very much

[@projectwood7221]

Awesome build my friend.. continued success to your channel

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much sir

[@FixitFingers]

Very clean Harki, and that spline jig was genius. Shame your frame was upstaged by your wife's talent ;)

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Lol thanks mate. I always say that the art work should always be the center stage and the frame is there to show it off. Thanks for dropping by mate, appreciate it

[@Steve-hj6xv]

That spline jig has been around a long time and is all over YT, and a true floating picture frame would actually sit off of the wall, showcasing a shadow reveal. Nice job, though, but you can't take credit for the jig

[@nickhildenbrandt4529]

That biscuit cutter jig is genious. I always use a tablesaw jig to cut my splines and this looks way easier.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks, it’s easier and quicker. Only down side is its limited in depth of cut

[@bjsmithart]

The amber was a nice choice for red oak. I’ll have to give the biscuit trick a shot.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks man appreciate that. Yeah the biscuit joiner is quick, safe and easy. Just subbed your channel, looking forward to see your channel grow

[@bjsmithart]

@@LonghornWorkshop thanks!

[@aidasoto2936]

Memoria elegance mis ideas de cuadris flotando en el Marco

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much

[@poofypoopy8838]

Awesome! What measurements did you add to the over-all length and width of the painting for the gap around it?

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks for watching appreciate that. For the measurements I had a 1/4” reveal on each side of the painting. So you should add an extra 1/2” to the width and length of the painting. That will give you the inside dimensions of the frame. Not sure if that made sense, watch this other video of framing I did that talks about this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaW7ZZV7rreUaqMsi=b2U03yk6SFiGcCsn As alway cut just a little wider than you need before you make the finals cut.

[@arthurrlambert4825]

The painting is absolutely spectacular, im biased toward elephants. Your video on making the frame was terrific too!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you very much for the kind words. Appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@SujMenon]

Harki, now that is one smart looking picture frame. I have an upcoming project for a friend, and this has given some good ideas on the corner joint re-enforcement! And btw, excellent work by your Mrs. That painting is actually more stunning that the frame, haha 😛

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks Suj and I agree the painting is good, looking forward to your next video!

[@MarkMcCluney]

The biscuit jointer jig is a lot more elegant than the usual big doodad that folks have for the table saw, so there's a good reason for doing it The Harki Way right there. All I have to do now is go out and buy a biscuit jointer... Cheers mate, good vid as always.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Haha… but abused one they are cheap as chips. Thanks for watching Mark appreciated, and the biscuit joiner jig is not my original idea been done by others.

[@WoodenItBeGrand]

@@LonghornWorkshop I used the usual big doodad for the table saw in my picture frame video, but I already had a table saw, and the doodad was far cheaper than a biscuit jointer. Now that I have a biscuit jointer I'll be trying this! Another great video Harki!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

@@WoodenItBeGrand haha yeah the jointer is just right for picture frames, outside of that yep table saw give more flexibility.

[@1kr1sb]

I’d make this as perfect as you did but when putting the 4 screws in at the end I’d probably push them through the other side of the canvas by accident 😂. Great job.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

lol thanks appreciate you watching and commenting. Hope it inspired you into making your own frames

[@garypegg9137]

Very neat, you do realise of course watching this video it will now cost me a fortune in tools...

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Ha lol, yes but that’s a good thing 😝 Facebook market place is a good place to start.

[@stevelawrence9136]

The frames are beautiful. I had to gulp though when I saw those rip cuts on the table saw without a push stick. Please....be careful!!!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks appreciate that, everyone has to be comfortable with how they use the table saw based on what they are cutting.

[@sweetest_caroline_2127]

Great instruction! Where can I get the spline jig?

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks, it’s not really a jig. The machine I used is called a biscuit jointer and you can buy a cheap one from Amazon.

[@agn855]

Very Nice. :o)

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks very much

[@jakee8704]

WallyB says get a dove tail saw

[@Tilburger72]

Nice idea and great to build. I’m curious about the space you use between the picture and the frame?

[@LonghornWorkshop]

It’s really based on size f the picture, usually about a 1/4 inch is good. You don’t want it much more than that to be honest

[@Tilburger72]

@@LonghornWorkshop Nice. Thanks for sharing!

[@MulloyDIY]

That’s was smart to attach the inner pieces before making the miters. Assembly is much easier that way.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thank you appreciate that

[@SilverFox-1212]

Might I suggest you use a stop block to make the lengths the same.

[@EditioCastigata]

To maintain same length I'd do it differently: 1. cut slightly wider boards to length, two at a time for each opposite side, in one go at 45°; 2. for the groove, I'd either use a router or dado-blade.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks and yea that’s one way of doing it.

[@Csimon2429]

Just bought that Bessey clamp for $30....it's awesome. Almost bought the extremely overpriced Wolfcraft one but luckily came to my senses. The MLCS Mearle is nice to but i think only does 90 degree glue ups. All Bessey clamps are top quality. (No, I'm not a Bessey sales rep) ; P

[@LonghornWorkshop]

You really can’t go wrong with Bassey clamps ! Thanks for visiting and commenting appreciate that

[@user-ts4xi9st2t]

Can you do this for large 100 x 100 cn pictures which are really heavy ( resin finish makes them heavy)

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Yes should work fine, you should add triangles in the back of each corner to make the frame even stronger.

[@margaretnelson6412]

Very nice precise work; too bad I don't have an entire woodworking shop in my basement (just ONE miter saw!)

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks appreciate that. Yeah you do need tools for sure.

[@RustyOrange71]

Use stops for consistent cuts

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Ok thanks appreciate that

[@RustyOrange71]

Cool. Thanks. Great tutorial BTW. PS, please look after your fingers. Push sticks are effective and easy to make, fingers not so much.

[@santoshanjani3860]

Can you please suggest me some type of wood which can use for commercial purposes, cheap, non bendable ( for making floating frame and strecher, I am from India) Thanks for your nice work video. It's really pleasurable to see your work.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

I am not sure what kinds of wood is in india but you can use Poplar wood, however that wood it’s best if it’s painted. Or you can try pine

[@santoshanjani3860]

@@LonghornWorkshop Thank you so much!!!

[@laurieeisenhart1832]

Love this. I’m trying to make my own because online they are 80 to 300.00

[@LonghornWorkshop]

For sure it’s best to make yourself so you can customize it as you wish, and use good quality materials.

[@laurieeisenhart1832]

We live in Colorado and have an acre of land in the middle of the suburb. We have old chicken coops. barns, old wood gates that we have been using for our decor and projects.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

@@laurieeisenhart1832 thats great, old ages wood with natural patina is awesome.

[@chidu1111]

Sir kitna Price aaya isko banane me lakdi colour wagera milakar plz reply me🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Not sure what you are asking? I made this for myself and not to sell.

[@dougmackinnon7194]

Dude you need a push stick for that saw. Otherwise awesome video

[@p-wood]

Лайк

[@fcf777]

Good thing you have SawStop table saw. 😂

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Not sure what you mean?

[@jossurbab]

I would definitely say, you should respect your machineries. Take safety measures.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

For sure, everyone has their own comfort level.

[@sathyaarun4695]

Buddy...How wide you can make the floating frame? Any suggestion? I need to Hide a window 34.25X40 with Acoustic Panel - Acoustic Panel will be made just like the canvas frame, 2" Deep and Heavy heavy...But i need to recess into the window....use the floating frame border to mount it outside...Am i explaining properly..lol

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Not sure understand but the frame can be any size you just need to make sure the corners are glued and secured like I did or with nails / screws. The bigger or heavier the frame means more stress on the corners. You can also glue small triangles on the back of the corners to make the joints stronger

[@admiralmohamed9413]

Can we use pine wood instead?

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Yes any type of wood can be used. What is important to remember is how you will finish the frame, meaning stain or just clear coat. Pine can be stained you just have to put a coat of prestain. Course you can also paint the frame… Anyway yes any wood is good for a frame.

[@susanl4198]

Great video, but the number of power tools is beyond a basic DIYer.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

You are correct, I am looking to see if I can do a frame by just using some very basic hand tools. Thanks for watching and the comment, will try and get a video on that soon

[@walterkemp6558]

Use a push stick it is much safer. One slip and it’s to late.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Yeah thanks it’s a sawstop table saw, so it will not chop off my fingers. But yes should still use a push stick

[@freedomofreligion3248]

Came home from school one day to blood on the kitchen floor, followed it to the door to the basement, down the stairs to the fireplace where Dad was creating built-in, modern living, dining room furniture + total kitchen, all from scratch, by my Dad. Dad had almost cut the tip of his middle finger off, doing exactly what you did when ripping on your table saw. He passed out from loss of blood in the car w Mom driving (poor lady had just lost her 2nd child in a freak bus accident the year before). I grew up looking at my Dad's middle finger, reattached at first joint, veering of at about a 25° angle. Use a push stick.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Thanks and seriously appreciate the advice. Cheers!!

[@michaelwhite5255]

I found getting the internal dimensions of the frame right was the difficult part. The first time the frame was larger than the picture , the second time it was too snug.

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Yep it’s a little tricky, you can watching this video where I kinda show how I measure it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaW7ZZV7rreUaqMsi=URoJ4WkbIQubzJFM Even with that I always cut the first miter and holes the art work to the frame and then mark out where I want the second miter cut.

[@shava0007]

Hello, what is the model of the Porter cable saw?

[@LonghornWorkshop]

It’s a Porter-Cable Deluxe Biscuit Joiner, Model 557. Although you don’t really need a expensive model, you can buy used or cheaper ones from Amazon. If you have a table saw you should use that to make the splines.

[@Ally123234]

Do the screws just screw into the back of the canvas?

[@LonghornWorkshop]

The canvas is mounted in a wooden frame, so yes you are correct the screws just screw into the frame of the painting.