How to Engrave Silver Picture Frames
Silver picture frames are a stylish accessory to any home or office. You can create a unique picture frame by engraving it to your liking. Engraved silver picture frames can make wonderful gifts for family and friends. Engraving a silver picture frame may seem like a daunting task but it can be completed successfully. Once completed, you can insert a photograph for a finished look.
Things You'll Need
- Rotary tool
- Flex shaft
- Diamond-tipped bits
- Silver picture frame
- Newspaper
Instructions
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Prepare your work station for engraving. Place a few sheets of newspaper on a flat surface, such as table or countertop.
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Attach the flex shaft onto the rotary tool. The flex shaft is a pen-like tool that makes it easier to engrave the material of your choice.
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Attach a diamond-tipped bit onto the tip of the flex shaft. There are three types of diamond-tipped bits; the 105, 106 and 107. The thinnest tip is the 105; you can use that tip for writing on the picture frame.
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Engrave the silver picture frame. Lightly place the bit onto the surface of the picture frame and begin engraving. Never dig into the metal, for it can damage the frame. It may be best to have a template of the design of your choice, so you can use it as an outline as you engrave the frame.
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Engrave the design in one direction. It will be more uniform if the grain of the engraved design is in one direction. Your silver picture frame is now engraved with your favorite design or saying.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not turn the rotary tool on high when engraving. The high temperature can melt the metal.
