Picture Frame Matting Replacement

Written By: Leah

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Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

30 minutes

Introduction

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.

Tools

Metal Spudger

Step 1

Place the picture frame face down on a clean surface.

Step 2

Use a spudger to rotate all of the frame’s backing clips away from the frame.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Carefully remove the picture and old matting from the frame.
You can leave the glass in the frame.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.