Backer help

[jblock9907 Member - Level 2 Find all posts View Profile Close jblock9907]

I cut Sue Mae's Valentine cross from 3/16 ply. I actually stack cut three of them. My idea was to glue red felt on the back. It kind of worked. Its pretty fragile and one has cracked. I am looking for any ideas to use as a backer. Thanks

[NC Scroller Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close NC Scroller]

Are you saying one of the crosses cracked? For very delicate pieces I my backers out of mat board or Baltic Birch plywood. Felt is too soft to protect. Make sure to apply glue to all areas.

[wjbclocks1 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close wjbclocks1]

I have used picture Mat board. without any problems.

[oily IM BACK SORTA Find all posts View Profile Close oily]

I always use a wood backer. 1/8, 1/4" ply, luan, hardboard or I plane something a thin as my planer goes. 3/32". I don't care for felt but wood apply it to the backer if I ever were to use it.

[ubgoofy2003 ubgoofy Find all posts View Profile Close ubgoofy2003]

I am using Michael's foam board for backers, most of the time. They used to have a stiff felt board, that I used, but, they don't carry it any more. My pieces usually are 1/8 or 1/4 inch ply, so don't have a problem with breaking or cracking. Good Luck

[NC Scroller Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close NC Scroller]

I am using Michael's foam board for backers, most of the time. They used to have a stiff felt board, that I used, but, they don't carry it any more. My pieces usually are 1/8 or 1/4 inch ply, so don't have a problem with breaking or cracking. Good Luck

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[Steviegwood Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Steviegwood]

I use a painted 1/8" veneered mdf. I use Tite Bond molding & trim glue on the back of the portrait and then lay it onto the mdf and add a little weight on top or clamp it with spring clamps and let dry overnight. It dries clear and has a fast tack and set time. You probably would not need to let it dry over night but that is just me. I then just trim the edges at an angle with the scroll saw. It really makes a delicate cutting more solid and stable. Steve
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