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30th December 2021, 10:26 PM
Thread: Best Glue question
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Yes they will. A good edgebander should be...
Yes they will. A good edgebander should be capable of trimming the edges as it’s applying edging. 👍
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30th December 2021, 10:23 PM
Thread: Best Glue question
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That’s a bloody good idea. I remember how much...
That’s a bloody good idea. I remember how much time I spent on my last project using solid timber edging. Thanks for your response.
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30th December 2021, 05:53 PM
Thread: Best Glue question
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Best Glue question
I recently bought a roll of 2mm thick Blackwood timber edging. I’m planning to use it on Blackwood on MDF veneered board. I don’t have an edge bander so I’ll be applying the edging by hand. I was...
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9th August 2021, 12:42 AM
Thread: Triton Router manual
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G’day Dubrosa22. I’ll check it out. Thanks for...
G’day Dubrosa22.
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9th August 2021, 12:40 AM
Thread: Triton Router manual
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G’day Chief. Thanks for your suggestion. I’ll...
G’day Chief. Thanks for your suggestion. I’ll check it out
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8th August 2021, 02:30 PM
Thread: Triton Router manual
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Triton Router manual
G'day folks,
I've purchased a 2nd hand Triton Router model TRA 001. Annoyingly when it arrived there wasn't an Operating Manual with it. I've managed to google the User Manual but unfortunately... -
1st August 2021, 11:56 PM
Thread: To Glue or Not to Glue
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Thanks Pipping88 for your input. It’s crazy how...
Thanks Pipping88 for your input.
It’s crazy how we sometimes second guess ourselves, in various life situations. Initially I was ready to do exactly that. But as I need to install a couple of... -
1st August 2021, 11:47 PM
Thread: To Glue or Not to Glue
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Thanks for your response. I was thinking along...
Thanks for your response.
I was thinking along the same lines. I was worried gluing would create a Tug of War between the two boards. I must admit I hadn’t thought of the elongated screw holes.... -
31st July 2021, 10:22 PM
Thread: To Glue or Not to Glue
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To Glue or Not to Glue
Hi folks. I have 2 questions regarding a Blackwood desk top I’m making. It’s 2400 x 550. It is made up with a 26mm thick solid Blackwood top sheet and a sheet of 17mm Blackwood veneered MDF...
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31st July 2021, 12:59 PM
Thread: Dust Mask Advise
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Dust Mask and Fogging Glasses
Thanks to everyone that replied. In the back of my mind I thought I’d have to bite the bullet and start wearing a proper respirator mask. I have a couple as I sometimes need to spray lacquer. So I’ve...
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31st July 2021, 12:48 PM
Thread: Dust Mask Advise
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Dust Mask
Thanks Rushton
Ive pulled out one of my 3M spray masks and found it works pretty well when wearing my bi focal safety glasses. No more fogging up. 👍 -
25th July 2021, 10:26 PM
Thread: Dust Mask Advise
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Dust Mask Advise
G’day folks. After years of frustration and working dangerously I’m reaching out for some Dust Mask preferences. I’m tired of putting on my paper with vent style dust mask and then safety glasses,...
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21st November 2018, 02:11 PM
Thread: 3-phase to 240v
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Thanks Hurcorh. I was thinking of one of these...
Thanks Hurcorh.
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18th November 2018, 10:40 PM
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SOUTH AUST G’day J just enquiring if you have any Black...
G’day J
just enquiring if you have any Black Poplar left. If so can you PM me some photos as well as pics of the Honey Locust. My email is [email protected] Thank you. -
17th November 2018, 06:04 PM
Thread: 3-phase to 240v
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3-phase to 240v
G’day Folks
Im seriously looking at purchasing a Mini Max combo machine that’s in pretty good nick. However it’s on 3-phase and I’ve only got 240 volts in my home workshop. Does anyone have any... -
29th October 2018, 08:24 AM
Thread: Kreg Router Table Fense
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FREE: VIC G’day Tahle. I’d be happy to take your Kreg fence...
G’day Tahle. I’d be happy to take your Kreg fence off your hands. If you can send it to Adelaide I’ll naturally cover the freight charge.
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27th October 2018, 11:21 PM
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SOUTH AUST Can you send some pics of the Honey Locust?...
Can you send some pics of the Honey Locust? Thanks.
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27th October 2018, 09:40 PM
Thread: Hitachi Jig Saw
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Hitachi Jig Saw
I’m having a problem with my 15yo Hitachi Jig Saw. It continuously drops the blade whilst in operation. This has been happening for a few years and I’ve had it into the local power tool repair guy a...
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3rd February 2016, 09:35 AM
Thread: Clear Wood Fillers
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Thanks guys. Thanks for the reminder of...
Thanks guys.
Thanks for the reminder of Boatcraft. I remember seeing their ad in one the wood mags. Regarding positioning of Boatcraft's product, most of the knocks and sings are on edges. So... -
2nd February 2016, 09:50 PM
Thread: Clear Wood Fillers
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Thanks Lyle, I'm just doing an experiment with...
Thanks Lyle,
I'm just doing an experiment with some casting resin as I'm writing this. You're right it's very clear, sands and also self levels in the dent.
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1st February 2016, 05:40 PM
Thread: Chisel Handles
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Hi Kryn, My apologies for taking so long getting...
Hi Kryn,
My apologies for taking so long getting back to your reply.
Just for now I think about 9 handles (5@130mm & 4@90mm) should do it. Are you a turner? And what sort of price are we... -
1st February 2016, 09:44 AM
Thread: Clear Wood Fillers
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Clear Wood Fillers
Hi Folks
Im looking for a clear transparent filler suitable to use on finished furniture.
I get repair work from some furniture retailers around town and most of the jobs are knocks and dents.... -
1st January 2016, 01:46 PM
Thread: Chisel Handles
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Hi Ian and thanks for your response. Of course...
Hi Ian and thanks for your response. Of course you're exactly right, they are only 22mm thick.
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31st December 2015, 03:24 PM
Thread: Red Gum table joinery question
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Hi Leonv I know this table well. The table in...
Hi Leonv
I know this table well. The table in the photo is made from Marri. Beautiful timber. When I made mine I used Jarrah for my splines with an expansion break every 100mm.
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31st December 2015, 03:09 PM
Thread: Sketch up
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Sketch up
I'm planning on downloading Sketchup. But i noticed there's a couple to choose from. Can anyone help with which program is better suited for metric furniture design.
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31st December 2015, 02:18 PM
Thread: Chisel Handles
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Chisel Handles
Hi Folks & Happy New Year.
I'm a semi retired kitchen renovator. Recently I replaced the doors & panels in an Oak kitchen. Rather than dumping the solid timber I hung onto it with view of making... -
7th August 2015, 05:13 PM
Thread: Girl cave
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Make it Comfy
Whatever you do Jane, don't forget to insulate the walls and ceiling/roof. There's nothing worse than wanting to get out in the Shed and it's either too bloody hot or cold. You might wanna get a...
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5th June 2015, 11:32 PM
Thread: Gidgee.
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Gidgee.
Hi everyone. I need a bit of feedback. Can anyone tell me what Gidgee is like to work with. I'm in a position to purchase some Gidgee at a fairly good price. But apart from knowing it is pretty hard,...
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3rd March 2015, 09:57 PM
Thread: Sherwood Thicknesser Help
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Sherwood Thicknesser Help
One of my very customers handed me his Sherwood 12 inch Thicknesser after I'd finished his kitchen reno. I've used it a couple of times since without a hitch.
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26th January 2015, 05:06 PM
Thread: 3 phase to single phase
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Thank you
Thanks gentlemen. All of you gave me very good advise and I will take it on board. Thanks again.
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24th January 2015, 01:19 AM
Thread: 3 phase to single phase
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3 phase to single phase
Hi everyone. I am being offered a 3phase jointer/planer for what seems a fair price. No probs there. The problem I have is I only have single phase on at home and do not want to go to the expense of...
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2nd January 2015, 12:02 AM
Thread: Full Boar Bandsaws
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Thanks everyone for your advise. Come the end of...
Thanks everyone for your advise. Come the end of the day it seems all of you agree with my gut feeling. And that is to be patient and wait for a bandsaw with that has at least 1hp or more and a nice...
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1st January 2015, 01:04 AM
Thread: Full Boar Bandsaws
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Full Boar Bandsaws
Hi everyone. Does anyone know anything about Full Boar Bandsaws. I'm guessing they are from one of our Asian neighbours. But I know nothing of their reputation. Alternatively, I'm in the market for...
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28th December 2014, 09:33 PM
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G'day mate If the opposite side is straight and...
G'day mate
If the opposite side is straight and if you have a table saw, why not simply rip the concave side through the saw? Of course that's assuming the opposite side is pretty straight. -
28th December 2014, 09:06 PM
Thread: silky oak dresser restoration
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Well done with the dresser. It looks great. ...
Well done with the dresser. It looks great. Probably a lot lighter without the 39 layers of paint.
I've used a lot of finishes and I'm always on the lookout for a durable easily applied finish.... -
17th December 2014, 09:36 AM
Thread: idea's of how much to charge
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How much for a clock
Hi Ian,
Your clocks look great mate. But how you price them depends greatly on a couple of factors notwithstanding the cost of your materials and time.
First consideration is "where are you... -
16th December 2014, 11:31 PM
Thread: chosing Design Software Help
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G'day mate. I haven't used either of these design...
G'day mate. I haven't used either of these design programs. But for the past 10 years I've been using the Canadian program 20/20. This program will do everything you're looking to do.
You can... -
14th December 2014, 10:56 PM
Thread: How to delete a SOLD item
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IMPORTANT Sold items
I agree with Huey. An IT guy wouldn't take too long to alter this issue. And scrolling through all the sold and expired items is a major hassle.
That said, I'd like to change my User Name. Can... -
14th December 2014, 06:35 PM
Thread: Slab or Laminate a table top?
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Slab or Laminate a table top?
I'm a bit new to these postings so I hope I'm in the right place to ask for for some advise.
Ive just purchased a number of Cypress Pine slabs with view to build an outdoor (under cover) table.... -
14th December 2014, 06:01 PM
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Sorry Megg but I forgot to mention, sanding after...
Sorry Megg but I forgot to mention, sanding after stripping but I thought that was pretty much a given. By the way, why I like to clean off the stripper with thinners or metho, they don't raise the...
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14th December 2014, 05:50 PM
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A great bit of advise was given to me 20 years...
A great bit of advise was given to me 20 years ago regarding stripping furniture. "Try mild before going wild". I agree with the idea of the polish reviver first off. However I don't think it will...
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5th May 2014, 10:59 PM
Thread: Blum Metabox Drawers
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Blum Metabox Drawers
I need some help with the positioning of Blum Metabox drawer runners. I understand I need to start at the bottom drawer and work upwards.
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11th April 2014, 11:42 PM
Thread: Carbatec Edgebander
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Carbatec Edgebander
Daz10
I recently bought a small bench top Edgebander from Carbatec. Currently I'm using the .4mm pre-glued edging. But it is a bit of a hassle. I was wondering if anyone out there has tried the 1mm... -
21st March 2014, 12:07 AM
Thread: PVC Edging for melamine
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Try kitchen hardware suppliers such Wilson...
Try kitchen hardware suppliers such Wilson Bradley, Galvins, Lincoln Sentry.
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12th March 2014, 05:08 PM
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grfandfather clock
Hi Scott,
The white stuff you are talking about is Plaster of Paris and was widely used by the old French Polisher's in furniture as a grain filler. The idea was to provide an extremely smooth... -
5th March 2014, 11:38 PM
Thread: Woodworking TV Show go to Sydney
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daz10
Does anyone know what channel & time The Woodworking Masterclass will be aired in Adelaide
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5th March 2014, 11:36 PM
Thread: Woodworking TV Show go to Sydney
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daz10
Does anyone know what channel & time The Woodworking Masterclass will be aired in Adelaide?
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4th March 2014, 11:50 PM
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After making a few table tops only to spend a lot time levelling, Garcia your clamps sound great.
However I'm not 100% certain of the role of the wedges. But if they are to apply downward... -
4th March 2014, 11:45 PM
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daz10
After making a few table tops only to spend a lot time levelling, Garcia your clamps sound great.
However I'm not 100% certain of the role of the wedges. But if they are to apply downward... -
4th March 2014, 03:44 PM
Thread: daz10
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daz10
Hi,
I'm fairly new and need some help. I have some power tools I just don't use and wish to sell them to purchase items I can get use out of. So I need to know how to place them up for sale. Any...