How to Make a Picture Frame Sled. Perfect Miters Every Time.

How to make a picture frame sled for perfect miters every time! This genius sled eliminates math when trying to determine the length because it measures from inside the rabbet. In order to make perfect picture frames you need two things… One the two corner pieces must add up to 90° and the short sides as well as the long sides must be the exact same length. Picture frames are not measured by the inside or outside length but by the rabbit so we can set the stop to create a frame for the exact size of your artwork.
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[@MakeSomething]

Get the plans for this picture frame sled:

[@BenNawrath]

Also be aware, the long side of that square is measured in 12ths of an inch, not 16ths! Be careful.

[@michaelbedell6523]

Apologies, apparently I didn’t finished the video to see that you had already addressed my concern.

[@aslvstr]

Suggestion: Cut off the long-side back corner (The right hand side... It doesn't do anything) Why does the board have to be a rectangle? Make the cut parallel to the edge of the table saw about where the cut starts. It may make the board more manageable.

[@edwardfalk9997]

Note: the 45° angle isn't "super critical", but it IS very important. If it's off, the miters might join perfectly, but you'll discover that one piece is wider than the other and they don't match.

[@tonydavis6487]

Couldn't you cut the tip off of the stop block on the right side so it is easy to see your measurement?

[@geraldscrooby9404]

Hi David love your vids. Also noticed the South African flag next to the left of the German flag. Watching your vids from South Africa. Cheers from SA

[@danielmuscatell3603]

David, you look fantastic for 75.

[@osocarpinterocruz6519]

Hey David! Great jig! I saw you struggling pushing and pulling the jig on the table saw, maybe a push stick on it somewhere it does not interfere with the wood strip may help, don’t you think?😬 Greetings from Guadalajara, Mexico. Love your videos!

[@EduardoBarrientosEddieB.]

Thank you for keeping it simple and using tools that are in everyone’s garage

[@kitsuiam852]

Maybe u need to cut the wood materials to manageble sizes rather than to cut with a longer materials .....that way u solve the problem of the wood being not stable ...i guess ..anwy jus a suggestion .....good video ....cheers 👍🏻😀😀

[@Browniejb2009]

I like the contrast that the red square has. Nice improvement from the last one. I appreciate creators who recognize opportunities in their projects/designs and don't hide it but rather share their experiences so we all benefit. Definitely going to build one of these.

[@carbonfe]

Made your original a few months ago and it's been a wonderful addition to my shop. Asked my wife for a mat board cutter for my birthday, which she thought was really dorky. But now, thanks you you Sir, I've made all kinds of frames for my home. Thanks for the updates on this very handy jig!

[@lawrencelewkow152]

I made the stripped down version of this sled and the miters were perfect on a 18x14 inch frame. Thanks so much. The entire idea of matching the left side cut with the right side for a perfect 90 degree angle is brilliant.

[@PhilipMoonTunes]

Holy cow!! I’ve been a woodworker for over 40 years and I must say, this sled is the best idea I’ve ever seen! THANK YOU!!! Definitely on my to-do list! 👍

[@burgbuilds]

Huge thanks to you brother. I’ve made a ton of picture frames and I made the first version of this sled. These videos have been a huge help for me. Appreciate you.

[@toddshanley]

This and your crosscut sled are two of the best videos youve made over the years!!!

[@Mr2at]

Brilliant. one of the best woodworking ideas ive seen for a long time.

[@robmills4709]

Great, informative video. Thanks Dave. As always your passion for your work shows.

[@jondunsmore2121]

I've loved the sled I made off your original plans, and experienced every single one of the issues you talked about in this video and can't wait to make my next version along with you to fix them!