Woodworker's Journal 1984-8-4, страница 40

hogany are a better choice. Keep in mind, however, that the plywood for the decorative cresting should compliment the mirror frame.

Start by cutting to size sufficient stock for the four frame sides. Use the dado-head to cut the V* in. deep rabbet that will accommodate the plywood back. Next, set the dado-head for a '/i in. depth, relocate the fence, and cut the mirror rabbets. Now cut the 3/16 in. shadow-line groove, and referring to the illustration, set up the table saw jig to make the broad cove cut. Note that the blade height for this cove is 9/16 in.

Miter the frame corners, and cut away the back of the top piece as shown, to fit the decorative cresting. This cutaway is made with repeated passes of the dado-head, while the cresting itself is best cut with a jig saw.

The beveled mirror glass is a custom item. Ask your local glass shop to cut the mirror to size, and apply the beveled edge, as indicated. The plywood back is screwed in place, while the cresting should be both glued and screwed. You may wish to add a felt backing under the glass, to cushion the mirror and protect the silvered side.

We recommend a natural finish, using Tung or penetrating oil. W\J

Early American Mirror

This Early American style mirror recreates the popular wall mirrors that often graced 18th Century drawing rooms.

Although these mirrors were sometimes made from pine, we believe that hardwoods such as walnut, cherry, or ma

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