Brutalist Framing Outer Clamp
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Description
A monolithic, brutalist-inspired L-block designed to enforce exact ninety-degree angles on unruly lumber. Engineered specifically to cure the dreaded parallelogram effect in picture framing, this outer squaring jig cradles two boards firmly against its orthogonal walls while the glue sets.
Design Notes:
- Oversized Clamp Cutouts: Generous 44mm slots on each arm easily accommodate standard bar clamps.
- Glue Relief Vertex: A central circular cutout ensures escaping squeeze-out never fuses the project to the jig.
- Rigging Anchor: A central tie-down hole offers a secondary strap point for complicated assemblies.
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