Making a Mold & Deckle
for the Home or the Classroom - Equipment and Supplies

Materials used to make a mold and deckleEquipment and Supplies

Molds and deckles are easy to buy, but they can be expensive. They are also easy to make if you're on a tight budget. An illustration of one method follows. Variations of this mold and deckle can be used to make the process easier and less expensive.

 

Materials
  • Wood (3/4 inch or 1 inch) 
  • Screws (flathead wood screws) 
  • L-brackets 
  • Wood glue 
  • Marine Spar Varnish 
  • Duct tape 
  • Window screen material

 

Tools
  • Drill 
  • Brush 
  • Scissors 
  • Staple Gun 
  • Wood clamps (optional) 
  • Miter saw (optional) 
  • Framing square (optional) 
  • Nail set or nail (optional)

 
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