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28th December 2020, 08:25 PM
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You could try this method, Bleaching veneers...
You could try this method, Bleaching veneers
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19th December 2020, 05:24 PM
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I still think that it is sun bleached, stripping...
I still think that it is sun bleached, stripping it back probably won't change the colour. may need bleach the extender leaves to match.
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24th October 2020, 04:52 PM
Thread: Need advice. Cannot square box.
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It looks as though the rabbett cut is not...
It looks as though the rabbett cut is not parallel with the outside edge, when assembled if the fourth side is pulled in it will leave a gap. did I get that right?
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19th August 2020, 09:53 PM
Thread: Spraygun blocking - WB lacquer
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There will more solids in the satin/matt finish,...
There will more solids in the satin/matt finish, so putting it through a strainer is the way to go.
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30th January 2020, 04:26 PM
Thread: Finish of modern furniture
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I would just do it over,sand with fine paper then...
I would just do it over,sand with fine paper then with a nitro lacquer at about 20% gloss will give you the effect you are after.
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20th May 2019, 09:23 AM
Thread: craters in my Poly finish?
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I think you answered your own question, rub it...
I think you answered your own question, rub it back and recoat. good luck.
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9th March 2019, 01:29 PM
Thread: Scandinavian Oil too yellow
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Looks like pine to me. I doubt weather or not you...
Looks like pine to me. I doubt weather or not you will get rid of the yellowing,but I would think you would have to change the colour before lacquering it.
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21st August 2018, 06:00 PM
Thread: Sourcing T Tracks
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Just fitted some the McJing "t"slot today they...
Just fitted some the McJing "t"slot today they are quite good and easy to install.
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9th July 2018, 11:14 PM
Thread: Box finish advice
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Mirotone have Nitro lacquer in 40% gloss it has a...
Mirotone have Nitro lacquer in 40% gloss it has a fair amount of solids(it is thick) in it so in may fill the grain or dings quite well, only problem is that it will need to be sprayed on.
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5th July 2018, 08:39 PM
Thread: willow bowl .......
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You needed to rub the gold leaf after you apply...
You needed to rub the gold leaf after you apply it with a cats tooth or similar (bone)so it the comes up glossy.
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17th June 2018, 09:29 PM
Thread: Help Needed
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You could try the local men's shed they may be...
You could try the local men's shed they may be able to help.
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17th June 2018, 09:06 PM
Thread: Mature aged apprenticeship
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You can join as many group employers as you want,...
You can join as many group employers as you want, until you find a job.
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17th June 2018, 08:36 PM
Thread: Want to find a picture rail substitute
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HELP Maybe these guys can help Fedwood Timber -...
Maybe these guys can help Fedwood Timber - timber, wood, verandahs, brackets, balustrading, balustrades, handrails, posts, Verandah Brackets
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19th May 2018, 10:06 AM
Thread: Meat Bandsaw Guides ?
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The main reason for the throwaway guides on the...
The main reason for the throwaway guides on the meat saw is when it is cleaned with hot water the grease comes out of the bearing, so to retro fit some bearings may be a good idea.
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18th February 2018, 11:26 AM
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If it is the type of frame I am thinking of you...
If it is the type of frame I am thinking of you will need to put a packer at the rear of the frame when cutting so as to keep the angle correct when joining the corners.
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18th January 2018, 01:10 PM
Thread: Poly Over a Sticker
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It will need to be paper but be careful the poly...
It will need to be paper but be careful the poly will bleed through the paper.
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23rd November 2017, 04:06 PM
Thread: Preserving some artwork on Plywood
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there is museum grade acrylic that is so much...
there is museum grade acrylic that is so much better than the UV glass.
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17th November 2017, 11:38 AM
Thread: Preserving some artwork on Plywood
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As a pictureframer I can only agree wholeheartly...
As a pictureframer I can only agree wholeheartly with Robson's comment there will be virtually nothing that will withstand the outdoors when it comes to artworks on ply (sprayart).:)
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28th July 2017, 09:47 AM
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N.S.W. 6mtr Spray Booth this for sale not auction
I have a 6mt spray booth sandwich panel design comes with 6mts of ducting and switch gear.
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28th July 2017, 09:32 AM
Thread: CNC for sale
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CNC for sale
I am putting this here just in case anyone is interested, I have a 552 CAMTEC flat bed router it is 2400 x 1200 cutting area, it has Multi-cam specs (retrofit) it has toolpath and at the moment is...
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6th June 2017, 02:29 PM
Thread: this weeks boxes
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I am liking the lid Rod looks like thinking...
I am liking the lid Rod looks like thinking outside the box, lol.
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1st June 2017, 09:19 PM
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the L shape(floater frame) will be strong enough...
the L shape(floater frame) will be strong enough going by the sizes you have mentioned, as stated by previous poster if you are worried about the strength screw from the top and bottom to hide...
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12th May 2017, 12:44 PM
Thread: Circular saw blades 9 x sets of 2
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N.S.W. Bob just put in the first 5 letters the rest...
Bob just put in the first 5 letters the rest should be fine. As long as the account number is correct it should go through as it's the same bank. lol
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10th May 2017, 04:10 PM
Thread: Blackheart box
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Rod if you remember that suede board that you got...
Rod if you remember that suede board that you got off me, you can peel the suede from the card.
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10th May 2017, 03:54 PM
Thread: Name that finish
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It looks as though it may been lightly brushed...
It looks as though it may been lightly brushed and then 20% matt nitro lacquer applied.
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10th May 2017, 01:05 PM
Thread: Circular saw blades 9 x sets of 2
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N.S.W. ok someone pm'd me yesterday but I am not sure...
ok someone pm'd me yesterday but I am not sure how many he wants when he gets back to me i will then let you know how many are left. Ok all sorted they are sold.
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9th May 2017, 12:50 PM
Thread: Circular saw blades 9 x sets of 2
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N.S.W. Circular saw blades 9 x sets of 2
I am selling some used circular saw blades 300mm dia 96 tooth and a 30mm bore, there is 18 blades they were used as a set on a double miter saw, you will get a few sharpens out of them. the price is ...
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10th April 2017, 04:29 PM
Thread: First ever box
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Hi Rob the internal size is 300mm x 200mm and...
Hi Rob the internal size is 300mm x 200mm and yes I used a mitre saw for the cuts, I have heaps of off cuts that I will be throwing soon so if anyone wants to browse on some drop me a pm and we...
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6th April 2017, 09:35 PM
Thread: First ever box
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The timber is just pine finished with a stain and...
The timber is just pine finished with a stain and a clear coat to finish off the lid is gold leaf over pine. not sure on the panel yet I will have to see what I have laying about, maybe some cypress...
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6th April 2017, 09:30 PM
Thread: First ever box
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I think that I will need a stepped hinge of some...
I think that I will need a stepped hinge of some type have to look it up, and yes my name does give it away. I have used some moulding turned on it's side then cut on a mitre saw and joined the...
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6th April 2017, 03:35 PM
Thread: Help wanted
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The Dashboard Doctor -...
<cite class="_Rm">The Dashboard Doctor - Repairing dashboards, door trims, consoles and armrests these guys should be able to help.</cite>
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6th April 2017, 03:31 PM
Thread: First ever box
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First ever box
Hi well this is my first go at a nice box, but it is made from some left over timber from work so let me know what you think. I will reveal what I have used later. although it may be obvious to some,...
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24th March 2017, 07:57 AM
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There is quite a lot of this moulding that can be...
There is quite a lot of this moulding that can be used for box making or lids for boxes.
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23rd March 2017, 08:57 AM
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Picture framing equipment and mouldings
Well after 28yrs I am calling it a day. I have a large amount of moulding both finished and raw timber as well as other bits and pieced that I have accumulated over the years, prices start at $5 per...
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5th September 2016, 04:12 PM
Thread: How long does your home brew last?
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I've had one of those and every time I have one,...
I've had one of those and every time I have one, it reminds me never to buy that brew again. lol
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30th March 2016, 04:25 PM
Thread: Best 14' Circular Woodworking Sawblade
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I have used both positive and negative rake...
I have used both positive and negative rake blades in my profession as a Pictureframer and the only time I use a negative is when I am cutting Aluminium or a heavily compo-ed timber, otherwise it is...
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8th March 2016, 11:55 AM
Thread: brushed suede board boxliner
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If you're in Melb try your local framer he may...
If you're in Melb try your local framer he may have some offcuts to try.
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7th March 2016, 11:20 AM
Thread: brushed suede board boxliner
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Ok just letting you know that I don't have any...
Ok just letting you know that I don't have any left at the moment, the one's that have asked are fine I will be sending it out today.
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4th March 2016, 07:50 PM
Thread: brushed suede board boxliner
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I will have to get that later, next time I'm in...
I will have to get that later, next time I'm in the area lol
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1st March 2016, 08:21 PM
Thread: brushed suede board boxliner
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sorry but I've been away, yes no problem I have...
sorry but I've been away, yes no problem I have been doing a parcel about 2 kg for those that live outside Sydney just pm your details, then when I have it packed I will let you know how much in...
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26th February 2016, 08:24 AM
Thread: How is this finish achieved
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If you want the depth of colour then a clear...
If you want the depth of colour then a clear gloss will help with that.
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25th February 2016, 08:49 PM
Thread: 4 Axis enquiry
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you may need to do it with more than one pass,...
you may need to do it with more than one pass, this is primarily and engraver not a full blown router. If you could mount a small trimming router (markita) it may work ok.
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25th February 2016, 08:37 PM
Thread: Sticking a poster to a table
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you have probably done this as it's an old...
you have probably done this as it's an old thread, there are 2 ways of doing it first one is to paint Pva on to table top then lay poster down roll out any air bubbles, poster will need to be cold...
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25th February 2016, 07:42 PM
Thread: How is this finish achieved
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treat it like a car undercoat, top coat then...
treat it like a car undercoat, top coat then gloss, sanding in between.
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24th February 2016, 11:06 AM
Thread: How to recreate this finish/patina?
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We used to use wattle toners T1-6, I don't know...
We used to use wattle toners T1-6, I don't know if this is still available but it can give an antique look if applied properly.
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24th February 2016, 10:18 AM
Thread: brushed suede board boxliner
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If there are any lines left on the board from...
If there are any lines left on the board from transport, just boil the jug and let the steam rise onto the board it will remove the marks then let it dry for a few minutes and it will be fine.
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18th February 2016, 06:57 PM
Thread: brushed suede board boxliner
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Glad you like it Alex, I do have more. Col
Glad you like it Alex, I do have more.
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13th February 2016, 07:42 AM
Thread: aluminium table top
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when I did my table first thing I did was draw a...
when I did my table first thing I did was draw a grid on the tables using a 45deg cutter( 1 or 2mm deep) then I put T nuts along the edge to use as clamp down points. Then you can line up you...
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12th February 2016, 01:37 PM
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spray paint the MDF with automotive undercoat,...
spray paint the MDF with automotive undercoat, sand to clean any imperfections. top coat with a nitro finish or auto finish and to help with a fast drying finish use a clear that is about 30% gloss...
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12th February 2016, 01:32 PM
Thread: brushed suede board boxliner
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brushed suede board boxliner
I was wondering if anyone would like some brushed suede cardboard to use as a boxliner I am a picture framer and have heaps of offcuts that I am throwing away. I have black, bottle green, burgundy,...