Picture frames and boxes require joining two boards to create a right angle. The cleanest way to do that is cutting 45 degree angles at the end of each board, called a miter cut. Here’s the formula to ...

Y ou can't cut perfect miters with a dull blade, one with too few teeth or one that's designed for ripping. Check your blade ...

This butt joint of distinction joins everything from picture frames to crown moldings. This butt joint of distinction joins everything from picture frames to crown moldings. Learn all the angles and ...

Store-bought miter boxes are made to fit saws with kerfs of varying size. But this one-size-fits-all solution can lead to flawed cuts. Instead, you can build your own miter box using some 1 X 3 scrap ...

Miter saws are a valuable tool for the DIYer, and a must-have tool for a fully functioning workshop. They are designed to quickly cut crown molding, door frames, window casings, and picture frames.

You can buy miter shears from hardware stores, but they're also sold at big-box online retailers. They're an affordable tool ...