You are a genius. Forget anything about the picture frame, your skills and ideas for using a table saw are off the chart. I learned more about using a table saw than making a picture frame.
Same. I just got a table saw and was looking for something to simple to build. Came here to learn about making a frame - mind blown at what all the table saw can do!
OMG...this video blew my mind as well. Everything everyone said on this thread here is exactly what I was thinking after seeing this video. Pure Genius!!!
I never thought I'd have much of an interest in woodworking, and to be honest I may never woodwork in my lifetime, but I love watching these videos purely for the innovative techniques involved.
Just when I think, "Great, another dull picture frame video," you really find a way to make it interesting. Cutting that entire profile on the table saw was impressive! Not to mention that wood-saving tip of pre-cutting that miter. You, sir, are my favorite woodworker.
I stumbled upon this when looking for "how to make a picture frame" and found myself amazed at all the tricks you have under your sleeve. This video leaves me wondering why I would need to watch anyone else. Superb!
I am very impressed with what you can do with a regular table saw. I watched a different video earlier today... and the person had all these amazing tools that I will not be able to afford for years. Thank you so much for all the great ideas.
Eric Derby eric i am a professional cabinet maker and i don't have all the tools the youtube amateurs have lol. often its just as quick to use what you have. most of the basic tools we have can do so much more if you are creative. plus to be honest as a one man shop (i like it this way) its not financially feasible to have that much money sitting on shelves for occasional use.
Excellent lesson on using a table saw. I've been trying to figure out how to make an apron for the base of a grandfather clock without having to buy a bunch of expensive tools and you solved it for me. The table saw is a symbol of independence.
I adore this video. So much to learn from just watching a conscientious and experienced person work. I come back to it a few times a year and it always puts a smile on my face.
Matthias, you are so incredibly gifted. Everyone can see it -- hence your many subscribers. Just watching you work is simultaneously entertaining and educational.
Probably one of your best videos today Matthias. I don't think I will ever buy another custom picture frame in my life after watching this. I tried out your cove cutting method and was impressive with how much control over the size of the cut you have by changing the angle of approach. also rounding over the teeth helps but truth be told its nothing you cant sand out if you just leave the blade stock.
I'd never have thought of using the curvature of the table saw to make a round moulding. Superb idea, as was your mitre jig. Cheers for those ideas, love your work.
I thought I'd seen all off Matthias' videos but somehow I've missed this important one. My daughter got a large poster for Christmas that she's going to want to keep for years, so it needs a frame. A professional one would be ridiculously expensive. Now I've got enough information to figure out how to make something great. Thanks Matthias!
Extremely creative use of the table saw. For you doubters, go ahead and buy a solid wooden frame of decent quality then compare the cost of building your own, not to mention the joy of accomplishment! - Great work Matt!
What a splendid craftsman, fine engineer, and inventive woodworker. I'm inspired, and in this little 7 - something minute video, I learned a lot. Thank you for sharing your great talent with us, Matthias.
It's a long way around to get where you want to be, but I so admire your ingenuity. I really do look at this video as more of a helper to rethink ways of doing things.
Why do I love watching Matthias's videos? Min 5:05-5:13 illustrates well. Mistakes are often better teachers than the successes. Matthias perfectly blends showing errors & successes. "It is a mistake to do things too easily." ~ H.G Wells
I've been making molding for some years now using routers and a table saw... but several of his techniques are quite exciting. This young man is to be commended on his thinking and skills. You are an inspiration Matthias. It will be worth the extra effort for my original fine art and it can then be honestly call all U.S.A. made and made by the artist....Yea. Thanks for this fine video!
I think even turning your table saw on would be beyond me! It’s incredible to think you did all that straight out of your head, no plans drawn or anything. I admit I was a bit doubtful when you started painting, but with the image and your decor it looked perfect.
Your level of craftsmanship and sheer ingenuity is on a level that I feel no one else could touch. Molded picture frame on a table saw? Get out of here with your cleverness.
What a beautiful job that frame is. You make it look so easy. I know from experience that it is not .... I envy you your talent. It may be more economical to buy a frame but the pleasure of your own labours far outweighs the saving of money.
Nice video once again. Just a tip when cutting glass, after you make the cut fron edge to edge, there is no need to tap the class with the cutter, just put edge you cut lined with the table and bend the glass down, nice and clean break. I worked as a picture framer in my youth. Love your work, you have inspired many , including my self keep up the good work.
I love this guy. One tool can do all jobs. But he has a table saw at least. I believe I only need a table saw to follow him making frames for my paintings. Haha.
Your too young to have all this talent and knowledge. Man am I jealous. Nice job explaining everything. Your way of explaining things also shows there can be other ideas.
My father used to do that as a job, mostly using pre decorated and milled wood. And you did great, very close to what he did, plus added that twist with the reinforcements. He used to use just glue and nails. The way you did it will not show the nails, which is a cool extra, even though a bit more time consuming compared to nails. Nice tip for the next one. Try some thin cardboard (or very thick paper :D ) passepartout. It will add a very elegant touch to the entire thing.
You have some amazing talent. This was 2 years ago and still one of the more quality videos of making a picture frame. I agree that I learned more in the last 3 minutes about using a table saw then any other time spent researching. I will be looking at your channel for all your table saw sleds....I hope you have a How to on all of them :)
Really well done. Not necessarily impressed with the mold making but all the other processes are in the top one percent of what I have seen on youtube. Many could also learn from you technique of fast forwarding with your film making. I have been a wood worker, furniture maker and refinisher, cabinet maker and custom home builder and restoration expert for forty five years and would have liked to have found someone with your skills during my years on the trades. Nicely done. Keep up the great work!
I can only echo the comments below... I have been watching many many of your videos over time I`ve only just found this one and you truly are " Inspirational " It seems there`s nothing you can`t turn your hand to...........a pleasure to watch thank you. Keep em coming and we ll keep watching ;-))
Yes, I agree with the other viewer; you are simply a genius! Making that beauty with almost entirely a table saw? Thank you for inspiring us all. Good day.
Great job on that frame, Matthias. I am just starting out as a woodworker, and emulate all that you do. Keep up the tips and tricks you employ while creating projects, as some of us utilize every little thing.
That was amazing, can't believe the talent some people have. It did reinforce the fact that i should pay someone though because that was way out of my league. again amazing work!
I am impressed, very impressed. You make things look so easy. I am curious why you did not use a mat. An important feature of mats is that they keep the photo from touching the glass. Changes in humidity can cause the photo to attach itself to the glass, in turn ruining the photo. It is also good to tape or glue a backing sheet on the frame to keep dust and more importantly small insects out of the frame. Both can also contribute to damaging the photo. Lastly, To prevent wrinkling of the photo or to get the wrinkles that are already in the photo out, it is not difficult to adhere it to a piece of foamboard (preferably acid free) which can be purchased with a sticky surface for just such use. To make this easier, you are the perfect guy to show how to build a roller press to make mounting the photo to the foamboard easier. Keep up the awesome work. I am as always anxiously awaiting your next video. Anon
Matthias Wandel I agree with Anon, you need a mat. You won't believe how many family photos both my parents and my husbands have put behind glass with no mat and years later, the photo stuck to the glass totally destroying the picture. You did such a wonderful job on the frame and the beautiful photo you took, why not preserve it by using a mat :)
+Anon Ymousmie Hi I am curious as I'm learning, I don't have any photo frames myself but you mean this mat is to push the photo to the glass so that it has an even pressure all over, thus keeping the photo straight and not curved? Or how do you mean, sorry if I'm slow.
+Bobany Hello,,, The mat is to keep the photo away from the glass so it does not stick to the glass when there is moisture inside the frame. to keep the photo flat, you glue it to a backing board or foamboard which will not let it wrinkle or distort which will allow it to touch the glass.
Great ideas for making the molding on the table saw. I especially liked your idea for cleaning up the spline joints on the corners! However, I was shocked to see you hide the beautiful wood grain behind that dark stain! But it is your picture frame, after all!
Matthais, A very nice frame built, yet again, with excellent and inventive technique. You should not, however, put wood directly behind the photo. The tannin and/or moisture contained in the wood panel can, over time, leech into the photo paper and discolor it. Use an acid free matte or mounting board that you can purchase from most any art supply store as a backing. Keep up the great work. Your videos are, to my mind, some of the best on RUclips.
You are a genius. Forget anything about the picture frame, your skills and ideas for using a table saw are off the chart. I learned more about using a table saw than making a picture frame.
Same. I just got a table saw and was looking for something to simple to build. Came here to learn about making a frame - mind blown at what all the table saw can do!
No kidding man! I started watching for the picture frame thinking router all the way, now I have new uses for my table saw..
Totally. I had no idea my saw could do so much.
I was planning on building a router table. Now I've changed my mind and want a table saw. This was masterful!
OMG...this video blew my mind as well. Everything everyone said on this thread here is exactly what I was thinking after seeing this video. Pure Genius!!!
I never thought I'd have much of an interest in woodworking, and to be honest I may never woodwork in my lifetime, but I love watching these videos purely for the innovative techniques involved.
Just when I think, "Great, another dull picture frame video," you really find a way to make it interesting. Cutting that entire profile on the table saw was impressive! Not to mention that wood-saving tip of pre-cutting that miter. You, sir, are my favorite woodworker.
His child-like enthusiasm gets me every time. And not to mention his impeccable professionalism, of course.
I love the molding. I love the paint job. I love watching you work.
It's nice to know you do curse when you do make "mistakes". Sometimes I forget you're human when I watch you work. Great job on this one! :)
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She was not my mom
Sir you are a genius, love how you improvise from anything and just make it work perfectly
doesn't matter what tools you use what matter is your final product. looking absolutely fabulous. good job.
I am a professional cabinetmaker, and your creative use of the circular saw impresses me.
I stumbled upon this when looking for "how to make a picture frame" and found myself amazed at all the tricks you have under your sleeve. This video leaves me wondering why I would need to watch anyone else. Superb!
I love watching peoples different techniques for making molding, and of course picture frames are always fun, thumbs up!
I am very impressed with what you can do with a regular table saw. I watched a different video earlier today... and the person had all these amazing tools that I will not be able to afford for years. Thank you so much for all the great ideas.
Eric Derby eric i am a professional cabinet maker and i don't have all the tools the youtube amateurs have lol. often its just as quick to use what you have. most of the basic tools we have can do so much more if you are creative. plus to be honest as a one man shop (i like it this way) its not financially feasible to have that much money sitting on shelves for occasional use.
One of the best diy videos on RUclips. Quick and succinct delivery that shows how to get it done. Great finished product!
I am really impressed by the amount of different angles you got from the table saw.
Excellent lesson on using a table saw. I've been trying to figure out how to make an apron for the base of a grandfather clock without having to buy a bunch of expensive tools and you solved it for me. The table saw is a symbol of independence.
I adore this video. So much to learn from just watching a conscientious and experienced person work. I come back to it a few times a year and it always puts a smile on my face.
Matthias, you are so incredibly gifted. Everyone can see it -- hence your many subscribers. Just watching you work is simultaneously entertaining and educational.
Probably one of your best videos today Matthias. I don't think I will ever buy another custom picture frame in my life after watching this. I tried out your cove cutting method and was impressive with how much control over the size of the cut you have by changing the angle of approach. also rounding over the teeth helps but truth be told its nothing you cant sand out if you just leave the blade stock.
I'd never have thought of using the curvature of the table saw to make a round moulding.
Superb idea, as was your mitre jig.
Cheers for those ideas, love your work.
Again Matthias shows us how important it is to have a good tablesaw and to know how to use it well, and then a good deal of practise.
Very nice job! Really like your videos. Short, to the point, no extra junk to clutter the mind. Very professional and highly creative. Thanks
I thought I'd seen all off Matthias' videos but somehow I've missed this important one. My daughter got a large poster for Christmas that she's going to want to keep for years, so it needs a frame. A professional one would be ridiculously expensive. Now I've got enough information to figure out how to make something great. Thanks Matthias!
You sir are one of the true geniuses on youtube ..never saw a video no here I did not learn something from or did not enjoy
Extremely creative use of the table saw. For you doubters, go ahead and buy a solid wooden frame of decent quality then compare the cost of building your own, not to mention the joy of accomplishment! - Great work Matt!
What a splendid craftsman, fine engineer, and inventive woodworker. I'm inspired, and in this little 7 - something minute video, I learned a lot. Thank you for sharing your great talent with us, Matthias.
Dude, there are only a few folks that come up with orginial thoughts you are one. enjoyed it .
Lots of interesting tricks in this video, mitre sled, the clamping blocks, getting those shaper profiles in with just a table saw. All good demos.
It's a long way around to get where you want to be, but I so admire your ingenuity. I really do look at this video as more of a helper to rethink ways of doing things.
Why do I love watching Matthias's videos? Min 5:05-5:13 illustrates well. Mistakes are often better teachers than the successes. Matthias perfectly blends showing errors & successes. "It is a mistake to do things too easily." ~ H.G Wells
i really do like these minimal tool builds, not only I appreciate that I can try it for myself but really shows how innovative you are
I've been making molding for some years now using routers and a table saw... but several of his techniques are quite exciting. This young man is to be commended on his thinking and skills. You are an inspiration Matthias. It will be worth the extra effort for my original fine art and it can then be honestly call all U.S.A. made and made by the artist....Yea. Thanks for this fine video!
SovereignBlade I think the dude is Canadian
I think even turning your table saw on would be beyond me! It’s incredible to think you did all that straight out of your head, no plans drawn or anything. I admit I was a bit doubtful when you started painting, but with the image and your decor it looked perfect.
Your level of craftsmanship and sheer ingenuity is on a level that I feel no one else could touch. Molded picture frame on a table saw? Get out of here with your cleverness.
Very nice workmanship. I didn’t realize a bench saw was so versatile. The color you painted the frame complements the picture beautifully.
For a beginner like me this was explained incredibly clear and simply. Thanks a million, you are great!
What a genius guy, the most appropriate word describing the impact of watching your work is: Waw
That is the best picture frame I have ever seen. It's sturdier than my desk, and the picture hangs perfectly on the wall. Well done!
You are an absolute wizard with a table saw. The jig you created to clamp the corners together is brilliant! Thanks for the video.
Good job! I like how you utilized so many different methods on the table saw and explained your creative process.
I am impressed at how versatile *_your_* table saw is.
When you say 'I have a few tricks up my sleeve', I'm led to believe you have big sleeves. Your tricks are quite genius. Very clever work.
Beauty. Mattias really loved to use his table saw this time but then suddenly he decides to use a hand plane. I couldn't believe my eyes.
I'm just totally awestruck by your talent. Wonderful video thanks for sharing.
Hearing you yell "shit!" is way funnier than it should be.
Something about the way he calmly, almost jokingly said "shit" when he broke the glass really made me happy. best role model ever
am an artist but now you making me think of changing my passion. thanks
Fantastic, a tablesaw is so versatile. Good job
I cannot believe 170 people would give thumbs down...... I really enjoyed and learned a couple tircks..... keep up the good work.
Those cuts are neat as hell. You're the first person I've seen make cuts like those on a table saw.
You are unbelievably professional and creative.
I wish that I can reach to your level one day 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Ive been amazed at your great ideas in other videos. But this video impressed me the most. So creative.
I arrived at your video to find out how to join the corners and after watching the video left with magical table saw secrets! Thank you!
What a beautiful job that frame is. You make it look so easy. I know from experience that it is not .... I envy you your talent. It may be more economical to buy a frame but the pleasure of your own labours far outweighs the saving of money.
This is some serious table saw skills. Well done.
You inspire me to think outside the box. Ingenuity always impresses me more than expensive tools.
the back bevel to cut of corner shims was neat. Keep up the excellent videos.
Every time I watch your videos I feel like a 7th grade shop student! You are amazing!
Nice video once again.
Just a tip when cutting glass, after you make the cut fron edge to edge, there is no need to tap the class with the cutter, just put edge you cut lined with the table and bend the glass down, nice and clean break. I worked as a picture framer in my youth.
Love your work, you have inspired many , including my self keep up the good work.
It's incredibly annoying just how good you are. However, you are also wonderfully inspirational, and I thank you.
The dude's a genius. Not necessarily about building wood frames, but in general.
I love this guy. One tool can do all jobs. But he has a table saw at least. I believe I only need a table saw to follow him making frames for my paintings. Haha.
That is the best table saw pictures frame I have ever seen.
Dude, You are the man! I don't have a router but love doing amazing things with my table saw.
I have never seen anyone make such nice moulding completely with a table saw
Awesome. Just pure awesome. You do many things that I do not expect Matthias, and I think your a genius.
Your too young to have all this talent and knowledge. Man am I jealous. Nice job explaining everything. Your way of explaining things also shows there can be other ideas.
Mate you are amazing! I cannot even comprehend how you come up with the wonderful ways in which you do the things you do.
Man i can watch your videos for hours. Its like therapy.
My father used to do that as a job, mostly using pre decorated and milled wood. And you did great, very close to what he did, plus added that twist with the reinforcements. He used to use just glue and nails. The way you did it will not show the nails, which is a cool extra, even though a bit more time consuming compared to nails.
Nice tip for the next one. Try some thin cardboard (or very thick paper :D ) passepartout. It will add a very elegant touch to the entire thing.
You have some amazing talent. This was 2 years ago and still one of the more quality videos of making a picture frame. I agree that I learned more in the last 3 minutes about using a table saw then any other time spent researching. I will be looking at your channel for all your table saw sleds....I hope you have a How to on all of them :)
Really well done. Not necessarily impressed with the mold making but all the other processes are in the top one percent of what I have seen on youtube. Many could also learn from you technique of fast forwarding with your film making. I have been a wood worker, furniture maker and refinisher, cabinet maker and custom home builder and restoration expert for forty five years and would have liked to have found someone with your skills during my years on the trades. Nicely done. Keep up the great work!
You sir are the wizard of the wood-shop!
I agree 100% with Steve Phillips' comment below. You are a jedi master of the table saw!!
dude, you are the master of the table saw!. awesome video!
You're bad ass with a table saw! I didn't even know half of those cuts were possible.
I can only echo the comments below...
I have been watching many many of your videos over time I`ve only just found this one and you truly are " Inspirational "
It seems there`s nothing you can`t turn your hand to...........a pleasure to watch
thank you.
Keep em coming and we ll keep watching ;-))
Contrary to the people complaining that you painted it, I actually really like the color you went with. The bluish tinge is very subtle.
Yes, I agree with the other viewer; you are simply a genius! Making that beauty with almost entirely a table saw? Thank you for inspiring us all. Good day.
My word! What you can get your table saw to do are amazing!
That was pro man. Just opened my eyes to new possibilties with a table saw. Awesome.
Great job on that frame, Matthias. I am just starting out as a woodworker, and emulate all that you do. Keep up the tips and tricks you employ while creating projects, as some of us utilize every little thing.
Loved the 'SH%T' when the glass cracked. Great vid! Can't believe what you do with a table saw.
Your miter slide is awesome. Most of us wished we had a table saw. Someday
I love how you made your picture fame and how you reused an old storm window. Well done and thanks for the tips!
I admire that you're always trying new things
That was amazing, can't believe the talent some people have. It did reinforce the fact that i should pay someone though because that was way out of my league. again amazing work!
Thank you for sharing. You make solving a problem, no problem. Excellent work process.
Another one of your projects that is simply Brilliant! I love watching them. I learn something new all the time. Thanks, Matthias.
I am impressed, very impressed.
You make things look so easy.
I am curious why you did not use a mat.
An important feature of mats is that they keep the photo from touching the glass.
Changes in humidity can cause the photo to attach itself to the glass, in turn ruining the photo.
It is also good to tape or glue a backing sheet on the frame to keep dust and more importantly small insects out of the frame. Both can also contribute to damaging the photo.
Lastly, To prevent wrinkling of the photo or to get the wrinkles that are already in the photo out,
it is not difficult to adhere it to a piece of foamboard (preferably acid free) which can be purchased
with a sticky surface for just such use.
To make this easier, you are the perfect guy to show how to build a roller press to make mounting
the photo to the foamboard easier.
Keep up the awesome work.
I am as always anxiously awaiting your next video.
Anon
Anon Ymousmie It's only a photo. Framed one like that about five years ago and it's just fine.
Matthias Wandel
Cool, Gotcha!
I love to watch your mind work just as much as your hands and tools.
Be Well,
Anon
Matthias Wandel I agree with Anon, you need a mat. You won't believe how many family photos both my parents and my husbands have put behind glass with no mat and years later, the photo stuck to the glass totally destroying the picture. You did such a wonderful job on the frame and the beautiful photo you took, why not preserve it by using a mat :)
+Anon Ymousmie Hi I am curious as I'm learning, I don't have any photo frames myself but you mean this mat is to push the photo to the glass so that it has an even pressure all over, thus keeping the photo straight and not curved? Or how do you mean, sorry if I'm slow.
+Bobany Hello,,,
The mat is to keep the photo away from the glass so it does not stick to the glass when there is moisture inside the frame. to keep the photo flat, you glue it to a backing board or foamboard which will not let it wrinkle or distort which will allow it to touch the glass.
OK, You Are Good!!!! no no NO!!! YOU'RE AWESOME!!
Really impressed what you can do with a table saw! A++
Enjoyed that dialogue. Ya run into problems like broken glass, or off-center studs, no problem.
You're so friggin smart. Nice video.
Great ideas for making the molding on the table saw. I especially liked your idea for cleaning up the spline joints on the corners! However, I was shocked to see you hide the beautiful wood grain behind that dark stain! But it is your picture frame, after all!
This was really aweaome to watch. Your work is beautiful.
you are very talented. Crazy what you can do with a table saw. Your hobby must be very therapeutic.
Boss glad to see your video. Boss your skills showing that you are perfactional in this field. So it’s not easy for new person to make frame like that
Matthais, A very nice frame built, yet again, with excellent and inventive technique. You should not, however, put wood directly behind the photo. The tannin and/or moisture contained in the wood panel can, over time, leech into the photo paper and discolor it. Use an acid free matte or mounting board that you can purchase from most any art supply store as a backing.
Keep up the great work. Your videos are, to my mind, some of the best on RUclips.
Great video,
I loved that the table saw was virtually the only tool that you used.
Regards,
Bob
RJBWoodTurner nice
Nice work! At first I wasn't sure about the dark paint, but when you hung it up I changed my mind. It looks very elegant.
Outstanding quality of work and creativity. Also the video production it's very clear, objective. Thank you Mathias. Richard.
That is absolutely beautiful!!! You make it look so easy!