Spacers are attached behind the glazing on to the side of the frame. Unless
the frame is square, there will be two long and two short sides. Do a quick
dry fit and then mark them so you know exactly where to place them in the
frame. Set spacers aside. Carefully reexamine glazing for dust, dirt, and
fingerprints. Clean any problems to your satisfaction. Now, place the glass
in the frame.
Next measure ATG (double face tape) and cut to fit the spacer. Apply exposed
sticky side of ATG to the unfinished sides of the spacers.
To make the tape double faced now remove the paper.
Place spacer in frame, be sure it is tight against the glazing. Press to
seal ATG . Continue until all four sides are attached.
When complete the spacers should securely hold the glass and fit tightly
against the side of the frame.
Editor's Note: Another method of attaching the spacers is to use
glue. This will create a stronger bond. The disadvantage is there is a set
up time before the glue dries. The technique is to put small dots along
the spacer every few inches. We recommend using clamps (be sure to protect
the frame finish from the clamps) to secure the bond. If it is necessary
to remove the spacer at a later date, slide a knife between the spacer and
the side of the frame. The small dots will make removing easier than if
you had glued the entire surface.
