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1st April 2024, 11:21 AM
Thread: Opinions on IKEA air quality sensor?
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I have one of these IKEA sensors in my workshop...
I have one of these IKEA sensors in my workshop and have checked the readings from it against a cheapo unit from Amazon. I found quite a large difference in the PM2.5 figure, with the IKEA unit...
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26th March 2024, 06:34 PM
Thread: Frog Tape
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Haven’t used frog tape, but I have compared the...
Haven’t used frog tape, but I have compared the cheapo generic beige tape to Selleys blue tape. The blue tape is much stronger, less likely to tear when pulling it off. It also suffers less from...
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24th March 2024, 06:28 PM
Thread: Mid century modern coffee table
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Keeping the operator cool :U
Keeping the operator cool :U
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24th March 2024, 04:56 PM
Thread: Mid century modern coffee table
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Mid century modern coffee table
I was in need of a new coffee table, to replace my MDF and cardboard Amart special that was rapidly degrading. I came across this video from Four Eyes Furniture of his coffee table build, which he...
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19th March 2024, 07:31 PM
Thread: Qld Maple for box making
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SOLD: Hey Logdog, I’ll take it with postage to 4107....
Hey Logdog, I’ll take it with postage to 4107. Thanks!
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7th March 2024, 07:59 PM
Thread: Brad point bits - where?
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I recently bought this CMT set from Carbatec....
I recently bought this CMT set from Carbatec. I’ve only used them a few times but they seem fine so far. CMT 8 Piece Brad Point Drill Set | Carbatec
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5th February 2024, 07:21 PM
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Went through this same thing recently and settled...
Went through this same thing recently and settled on formply as well. The few places I found that sold laminex in small quantities to average punters had fairly high prices. It wasn’t worth it when a...
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22nd January 2024, 07:13 PM
Thread: Sutton and P&N
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I recently bought some bits for their countersink...
I recently bought some bits for their countersink thingo, made in Taiwan. So at least some P&N bits are made in Taiwan.
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2nd January 2024, 04:40 PM
Thread: jointing compounds??
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I’m far from an expert on this topic, but i have...
I’m far from an expert on this topic, but i have done some fixes on cracked joints in my house with good results. So I’ll take a stab at your questions.
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13th December 2023, 12:50 PM
Thread: Modified Carbatec 2HP dust collector
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SOLD: Sold to Gensol
Sold to Gensol
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11th December 2023, 07:05 PM
Thread: Modified Carbatec 2HP dust collector
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SOLD: Modified Carbatec 2HP dust collector
For sale is my modified 2HP dust collector. Originally purchased in stock form from another forum user. I have moved the blower up high as per the Generic 2HP DC thread on the dust collection forum....
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18th July 2023, 09:59 PM
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Looks the goods. I recently saw this product on...
Looks the goods. I recently saw this product on YouTube that is the splitting image of yours. All for the low low price of $129.99 USD :roll:...
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30th June 2023, 07:12 PM
Thread: Mid century modern bedside table
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Thanks! I’ve made some basic workshop cabinets...
Thanks! I’ve made some basic workshop cabinets and stuff, but nothing nice enough to use inside until this project. I’m planning to step it up a bit for the next one and make a coffee table.
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29th June 2023, 08:25 PM
Thread: Mid century modern bedside table
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Mid century modern bedside table
Wanted to make a post about the first "nice" piece of proper furniture I've ever made. I made plenty of mistakes along the way and learned a lot, but I'd love to hear any tips for my next piece.
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30th August 2022, 04:53 PM
Thread: Which finish for storage box / tray?
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Which finish for storage box / tray?
I’ve just finished working on this storage tray thing. I plan to use it to store things I take with me every time I leave the house - keys, wallet, sunnies, that kind of thing. So it will see fairly...
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10th May 2022, 06:33 PM
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I’ve had this machine up and running for a couple...
I’ve had this machine up and running for a couple of months now. Overall I’m very happy with it. It’s only seen light use so far, but hoping to bring some bigger projects to it later this year.
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24th March 2022, 09:39 PM
Thread: Help with 2HP dusty ducting layout
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Help with 2HP dusty ducting layout
Hi all. I've been doing a lot of reading of the literature about proper dust extraction (here and from Bill Pentz), and I think I've distilled all the details down into a dust collection solution...
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17th February 2022, 05:06 PM
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Welp, I bought the thing today :U I'll let you...
Welp, I bought the thing today :U I'll let you all know what I think of it, once I set it up. Should be arriving tomorrow...
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15th February 2022, 10:24 PM
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Carbatec TJ-X250C - looking for opinions
Carbatec 250mm Helical Head Thicknesser Jointer | Carbatec
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8th February 2022, 09:44 AM
Thread: Carbatec 2hp dust extractor
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QUEENSLAND Hi Doug, I'll take it. I can pick up some time...
Hi Doug, I'll take it. I can pick up some time this weekend if that suits you?
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4th February 2022, 05:39 PM
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Thanks for the responses all. I'm gonna continue...
Thanks for the responses all. I'm gonna continue dreaming up projects for this timber!
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2nd February 2022, 10:42 PM
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What is this wood and is it CCA treated?
I recently pulled down an old shade cloth awning attached to my house, as pictured. The frame was all hardwood and parts of it were rotting beyond help so it was time to go.
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21st January 2022, 01:53 PM
Thread: Whirlybirds - is 3 enough?
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I recently built my 6x6 shed with a single...
I recently built my 6x6 shed with a single whirlybird and I’m already regretting it. I’m doubtful of any cooling effect it may provide when I could just upon the doors and windows and take advantage...
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1st December 2021, 11:42 PM
Thread: Christmas 2021 prize draw # 133
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CLAIMED I’m in
I’m in
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21st April 2021, 08:59 PM
Thread: Midnight's Shed
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I’ve been eagerly following this thread, I’m...
I’ve been eagerly following this thread, I’m doing a very similar fit out in my new shed!
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1st March 2021, 11:47 PM
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QUEENSLAND Hi Zimbo, I’ll take it with postage to 4107,...
Hi Zimbo, I’ll take it with postage to 4107, thanks
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26th December 2020, 07:39 AM
Thread: January 2021 - PRIZE DRAW #131
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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1st November 2020, 06:50 PM
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I’m in
I’m in
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18th August 2020, 09:55 PM
Thread: September - PRIZE DRAW - #128
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CLAIMED I’m in.
I’m in.
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6th June 2020, 06:21 PM
Thread: Old leaky shed - renovate or rebuild?
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Thanks for all the input guys. Seems like the...
Thanks for all the input guys. Seems like the overwhelming opinion is to refurbish the existing structure. With that in mind, can anyone recommend a business that does this kind of thing in the...
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5th June 2020, 11:30 AM
Thread: Old leaky shed - renovate or rebuild?
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The posts are a bit rusty near the concrete but I...
The posts are a bit rusty near the concrete but I don't think they're beyond help - see pic:474915
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5th June 2020, 10:14 AM
Thread: Old leaky shed - renovate or rebuild?
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Old leaky shed - renovate or rebuild?
Hi all, looking for some feedback + ideas about what to do with my old shed and carport. I estimate it's about 30 years old, but I'm not really sure. It currently has a number of issues that I want...
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3rd June 2020, 03:17 PM
Thread: New user, can't edit my profile
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Thanks Ross - my account has now been sorted out.
Thanks Ross - my account has now been sorted out.
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3rd June 2020, 08:40 AM
Thread: New user, can't edit my profile
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New user, can't edit my profile
Hi there. Despite registering my account and activating it, I cannot edit my own profile :? When I visit Edit Profile or even when attempting to view My Profile I get a "you do not have permission"...