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How to Install Wall Frames
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Supplies You Will Need
Molding Typically, base cap or panel molding works best for creating frames. Make sure to get 10 to 20 percent more than you think you'll need, to accommodate offcut waste.
Scrap Plywood and Wood Blocks to make a jig for building the frames
2-Inch Brad Nails
Wood Glue220-Grit Sandpaper for smoothing mitered corners and filled nail holes
Panel Adhesive to secure the frames to the wall
Hot-Glue Cartridge
Wood Putty
Paintable Caulk
Primer and Paint -
Tools List
Tools You Will Need
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random-orbit sander fitted with 150-grit paper
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combination square
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framing square
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pneumatic brad nailer (rents for $55 per day with compressor)
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miter saw
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spring clamps
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caulk gun
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hot-glue gun
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small putty knife
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paint brush
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paint roller
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Photo: Kolin Smith
14. Paint the frames
Using a paint brush and paint roller, coat the entire area from the chair rail down with semigloss paint.
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