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Picture Frame Matting Replacement

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Time Required: 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Picture Frame Matting Replacement

Introduction

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Replacing warped, damaged, or discolored matting in a picture frame is a relatively simple process that most people can accomplish at home with just a couple tools. This quick project can be completed in just under half an hour. Work carefully, as fixing matting involves handling glass.


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    1. Picture Frame Matting Replacement, Picture Frame Matting: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Place the picture frame face down on a clean surface.

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    2. Picture Frame Matting Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Use a spudger to rotate all of the frame’s backing clips away from the frame.

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      • Remove the backing by lifting it up and away using a spudger.

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      • Carefully remove the picture and old matting from the frame.

      • You can leave the glass in the frame.

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    5. Picture Frame Matting Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Place the new matting into the frame and directly onto the glass.

      • Be careful while working around the glass to avoid self-injury or damaging the item.

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      • Position the picture properly and place it on the new matting.

      • Make sure there are no gaps between the edge of the picture and the matting.

      • Carefully place a couple of small pieces of clear tape on the picture and the new matting to hold it in place.

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      • Place the backing on top of the matting in the frame.

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      • Rotate the backing clips under the frame to secure it.

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