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26th April 2022, 10:26 AM
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I might be seeing things wrong, but doesn't the...
I might be seeing things wrong, but doesn't the grain run horizontally? I've never seen it configured in the style of an endgrain butcher block.
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24th April 2022, 08:10 AM
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That is a sensational bench Kahoy!! I like the...
That is a sensational bench Kahoy!!
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23rd April 2022, 04:30 PM
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Thanks Bob! I'm pretty surprised that expansion...
Thanks Bob! I'm pretty surprised that expansion wouldn't be a problem, considering how much you hear about it online. Even when I make little boxes I take special care to keep it in mind.
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23rd April 2022, 08:02 AM
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Base-to-top joinery versus timber expansion
Whenever we see dining tables being built, the top is fastened to the base using some method which allows the top to expand: "Buttons", elongated screw holes, figure-8 connectors, etc.
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4th January 2022, 07:38 AM
Thread: Veneer bubbled in finished piece 😢
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Just wanted to post an update and a thanks: I...
Just wanted to post an update and a thanks: I used the hot-block method and it worked pretty well! Managed to get rid of most of the problem without creating any new problems :)
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4th December 2021, 06:44 AM
Thread: Veneer bubbled in finished piece 😢
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Thank you guys! I'll start by trying the...
Thank you guys! I'll start by trying the hot-block method; hopefully without requiring slits. It's scary trying to patch up a finished piece! To tell you the truth I can't remember if the finish was...
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3rd December 2021, 09:37 AM
Thread: Veneer bubbled in finished piece 😢
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Veneer bubbled in finished piece 😢
Guys, I'm so disappointed! I made this cabinet as a gift, very inexperienced with veneer... Now about 4 weeks after moving to its new place my cousin sent me the picture below of the veneer bubbling...
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19th October 2021, 01:52 PM
Thread: Preventing veneer from curling
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Thank you both. From your descriptions, I think...
Thank you both. From your descriptions, I think the key to my previous failure was trying to deal with 4 separate sheets to be glued on at the same time.
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19th October 2021, 08:37 AM
Thread: Preventing veneer from curling
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Thanks (I think! :)). Any quick/simple tips? ...
Thanks (I think! :)). Any quick/simple tips?
I'm reading online that hide glue might be a solution here. I have some titebond liquid hide glue (not hot), not sure if that will help.
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18th October 2021, 11:45 AM
Thread: Preventing veneer from curling
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Preventing veneer from curling
In the past I've used veneer very sparingly and only on tiny pieces (box lids); no problem. I just tried my first larger piece (cabinet back), and had to use 4 pieces of veneer aligned properly... It...
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15th October 2021, 07:12 AM
Thread: A "woodworker's map"
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Sticky: I'm assuming you mean you found some places on...
I'm assuming you mean you found some places on the map that don't have a link? That's up to the person who adds the item.
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14th October 2021, 12:58 PM
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I created this map where people can add timber...
I created this map where people can add timber suppliers (and other related items) on a "Woodworker's Map". There should be a few good places there (feel free to add your own!!):
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14th October 2021, 12:36 PM
Thread: Veneer direction and bookmatching
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Veneer direction and bookmatching
I watched this video where Steve Hay talks about veneer having a "right" side and "wrong" side (see at 18:29):
Woodworking Masterclass S02 E01 - YouTube
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21st August 2021, 07:39 AM
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Ok, that makes a ton of sense. That's my...
Ok, that makes a ton of sense. That's my favourite.
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19th August 2021, 09:42 AM
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Thanks Elan! I've never considered using a thick...
Thanks Elan! I've never considered using a thick back; that definitely makes some sense. If you do that, I assume you're not using a groove for it, just a rebate. How do you fix the back to the...
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18th August 2021, 03:58 PM
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How to attach french cleat to back of cabinet?
Hey guys; I'm going to build a wall-hanging whiskey cabinet, and I'm wondering what is a good way to attach a French cleat for hanging.
Specifically, how do you join the cleat to the carcass?
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11th June 2021, 02:59 PM
Thread: Sheoak box making pieces
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SOLD: I'll take it!
I'll take it!
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13th December 2020, 01:45 PM
Thread: SPECIAL * Christmas * PRIZE DRAW #130
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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20th November 2020, 02:53 PM
Thread: A "woodworker's map"
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Sticky: Sure, why not? Let's take over the world!
Sure, why not? Let's take over the world!
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19th November 2020, 02:14 PM
Thread: Thin Figured Boards.
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SOLD: I'll take it if nobody else has already!
I'll take it if nobody else has already!
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14th November 2020, 07:46 AM
Thread: A "woodworker's map"
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Sticky: Good questions Midnight. It's my first time...
Good questions Midnight. It's my first time creating a map so i'm just learning as well.
Adding data - Two ways:
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13th November 2020, 03:34 PM
Thread: A "woodworker's map"
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Sticky: A "woodworker's map"
The area I live in is pretty devoid of woodworking related stuff, so I find that when I travel away from home I look for interesting places that dovetail (ha!) with my woodworking hobby. Timber...
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10th September 2020, 05:38 PM
Thread: September - PRIZE DRAW - #128
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CLAIMED I'm in.
I'm in.