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How to: Wooden photo frame shelves

These simple photo frame shelves are a fun way to add some depth and creativity to a blank wall. You can use any wooden photo frames you want. We find more decorative ones work the best, but feel free to reuse anything you have sitting in cupboards, or that you can find at the bargain shop.

What you’ll need:

• Photo frames
• Pine or MDF board (a standard “1 x 4” is a good size)
• Wood glue
• Nails
• Tack hammer
• Wood filler
• Paint in your colour choice

How to:

1. Remove the glass, backing, and any hanging hardware from your photo frame.
2. Measure the size of the frame, using the inside edge as your guide. Use these measurements to cut your board – you’ll need four pieces altogether. If your frame is 20cm by 30cm, you’ll need two pieces cut to 20cm, and another two cut to 30cm.
3. Using your cut board, construct a simple box using wood glue and three nails in each corner.
4. Make sure your box fits the frame correctly, and then glue them together, ensuring you attach the box to the back of the frame. For this step, run a line of glue along the box edges, and place the frame on tip. Then hold it in place using nails through the front of the frame.
5. When the glue is dry, use some wood filler for the nail holes, and cover the whole thing with a coat of paint.
6. Use standard picture hanging hardware, or hanging strips to attach to your wall. Be mindful of the weight of the shelf and how much the hook or strips can hold.

Image credit: Shanty2Chic

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