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9th January 2019, 06:48 PM
Thread: Gluing hinges in position temporarily?
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What type of hinge are you talking about,...
What type of hinge are you talking about, butterfly, strap or round hinges?
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28th July 2018, 10:54 PM
Thread: My Rubber Has Black Spots
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I think that you will find that the mold spots...
I think that you will find that the mold spots that are appearing is quite normal. All of my rubbers are the same and this does not hinder the performance.
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24th July 2018, 12:43 PM
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I have been using disks supplied by Smith and...
I have been using disks supplied by Smith and Arrow for quite some time now and find them to be up to the task and the company is really good to deal with. They are a sponsor of this forum and...
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16th July 2018, 10:41 PM
Thread: JULY/AUGUST 2018 - Prize Draw # 124
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6th July 2018, 11:05 AM
Thread: Cost of Conveyancing?
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Not too sure where the scale comes from but in...
Not too sure where the scale comes from but in NSW the use of a scale to determine costs has not been in use for well over 10 years and most likely getting up towards 20 years. That maybe an internal...
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2nd July 2018, 11:42 PM
Thread: Cost of Conveyancing?
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Hi, I am a retired Solicitor in NSW and the going...
Hi, I am a retired Solicitor in NSW and the going rates around the traps is around the $1,000.00 mark (plus disbursements) for a Torrens Title sale and/or purchase. The quote at $3,000.00 seems to be...
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4th May 2018, 10:21 PM
Thread: Need help with routing to a template.
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I use templates quite often. If it were me i...
I use templates quite often. If it were me i would be taking the router out of the table, fix the template to the blank and then clamp it onto a workbench and you will then have control of the...
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21st April 2018, 02:46 PM
Thread: April/May 2018 - PRIZE DRAW # 123
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13th March 2018, 04:31 PM
Thread: MARCH/APRIL2018 - Prize Draw # 122
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29th June 2017, 10:45 PM
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As an alternative to the above, cut a lemon in...
As an alternative to the above, cut a lemon in half and rub the cut piece over the stain. I have used this several times with stains and it works.
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5th June 2017, 06:19 PM
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This may be a basic, but you seem to be over one...
This may be a basic, but you seem to be over one side of the opening. I wonder is the timber running along the side guide and creating drag. Have you tried positioning the timber in different...
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27th April 2017, 02:45 PM
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Hi Tim In the past i have used this system and...
Hi Tim
In the past i have used this system and got rid of some stains left from a tin. Cut a lemon in half, put a bit of salt on the stain and then rub it down with the cut lemon. Keep rubbing... -
22nd April 2017, 01:01 PM
Thread: Tormek not cutting straight
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One thing that you may wish to check is that the...
One thing that you may wish to check is that the chisel itself is seated correctly in the chisel holder. When firming up the clamp in the holder it is absolutely essential that the two holding bolts...
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15th February 2017, 09:43 PM
Thread: Best way to polish chisels?
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Hi Dengue, Over the years i have polished quite...
Hi Dengue, Over the years i have polished quite a few chisels and once I have finished with the initial process of using abrasive paper ( I do not always use wet and dry) and going through the...
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Hi, The first question is what type of timber are...
Hi, The first question is what type of timber are you trying to get a shine on? Some timbers are that open grained that you simply will not get a shine without doing a great deal of concentrated...
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1st February 2017, 10:13 PM
Thread: Baby Cot - timber and drop side fittings
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This is a good exercise, I have made four so far....
This is a good exercise, I have made four so far. Try Goods and Chattels in Queensland for the kit. Not related to them except that i have dealt with them several times.
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11th December 2016, 09:49 PM
Thread: Problem cutting lid from box
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This has been a good debate. I am afraid that i...
This has been a good debate. I am afraid that i cannot see the point of angling the box when going through a bandsaw, all that is doing is making a simple task more difficult. If the box is kept flat...
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11th December 2016, 09:39 PM
Thread: Jammed face plate
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It is good that you have released the faceplate....
It is good that you have released the faceplate. All i have on my lathe is a fibre washer. The same as the ones that are used by plumbers on taps. Get one that fits on the shaft and job done.
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11th December 2016, 12:30 PM
Thread: Jammed face plate
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It may be helpful if you could advise the brand...
It may be helpful if you could advise the brand and model of the lathe as most likely a Formanite has had this problem before, a photo of the lathe would also help.
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10th December 2016, 07:00 PM
Thread: Jammed face plate
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When you solve your problem i found that by...
When you solve your problem i found that by putting a fibre washer on the spindle shaft you can avoid this issue.
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10th December 2016, 06:57 PM
Thread: Problem cutting lid from box
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I agree with woodpixel. I have made numerous...
I agree with woodpixel. I have made numerous boxes and now always cut the top off using the Bandsaw. If the saw is set up properly and the fence is straight it is then only a matter of making sure...
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18th September 2016, 02:01 PM
Thread: After I saw the top off my box...
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Hi, Is it possible to put a sleeve inside the...
Hi, Is it possible to put a sleeve inside the bottom of the box so that it is about say 5mm over the top on all the sides and then your lid should just slide over it and fit perfectly flush.
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14th August 2016, 11:14 PM
Thread: Attempted French Polish
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You seem to be going to a lot of trouble by...
You seem to be going to a lot of trouble by taking shortcuts/cheating. The best method to get a fair result. Try on one of your panels doing a skin in coat by giving the piece a couple of coats with...
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14th August 2016, 10:16 PM
Thread: Attempted French Polish
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The shine that you are getting on the "rounds" is...
The shine that you are getting on the "rounds" is most likely not french polish. Sometimes on rounds it is somewhat difficult to see the difference between french polish and a good even coating of...
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14th July 2016, 01:12 PM
Thread: Which plane to choose?
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Tuning an old plane is very relaxing. If you can...
Tuning an old plane is very relaxing. If you can sharpen the blade and fettle the plane so it operates as it should you will end up with a smile on your face. An old plane has most likely already...
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6th July 2016, 03:11 PM
Thread: Attempted French Polish
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French Polishing is an art and does take a lot of...
French Polishing is an art and does take a lot of time to master. A polished item if done correctly gives a deep 3D effect and is a finish that stands out from the crowd.
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29th June 2016, 11:10 PM
Thread: Where to start with veneers?
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Veneering is very satisfying. It is quite easy to...
Veneering is very satisfying. It is quite easy to do once you have done some practice and got the basics down. I use veneer quite extensively and use hide glue as the adhesive. I tend to stay away...
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6th June 2016, 11:27 PM
Thread: Shellac Questions
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The two finishes that you mention are very...
The two finishes that you mention are very different. French Polishing is the process of filling up all the open grain in the timber with polish and pumice so that the surface is perfectly flat and...
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6th June 2016, 10:31 PM
Thread: Need advice on router bit
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Using a router is quite simple but with respect I...
Using a router is quite simple but with respect I would suggest that you practice a bit before you start doing your job. They can bite very quickly and do a lot of damage to the operator.
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25th May 2016, 02:09 PM
Thread: Advice on doing a 2Pac Finish
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I use veneer on a fairly regular basis and finish...
I use veneer on a fairly regular basis and finish off the jobs by either grain filling or spraying with sanding sealer then sanding down to at least 400 grit and sometimes even more depending on the...
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7th May 2016, 04:52 PM
Thread: Bandsaw blade size advice
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Try Henry Bros in Sydney. I have used them for...
Try Henry Bros in Sydney. I have used them for years and they are great to deal with. They will make them to whatever size you want and give good advice on the types of blades. No affiliation with...
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3rd May 2016, 09:58 AM
Thread: Trimming protruding dovetail joint pins
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Just lay a bit of veneer, 3 ply or MDF on the top...
Just lay a bit of veneer, 3 ply or MDF on the top surface behind the raised pins, just enough to be a tad higher than the long pins and create a flat surface and then run the trimming bit over the...
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2nd May 2016, 09:54 PM
Thread: Trimming protruding dovetail joint pins
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Hi Dengue, I find that a better way is to use a...
Hi Dengue, I find that a better way is to use a battery operated router with trimming bit that has a bearing or even two bearings on it. That way no need for a jig and all one has to do is make sure...
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24th March 2016, 10:00 PM
Thread: Help me understand these final steps...
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Following on from the previous post and when I...
Following on from the previous post and when I want a high gloss finish what I use is pre cat lacquer and I will give the job three four and sometimes up to five coats of lacquer. Once the lacquer is...
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24th March 2016, 02:21 PM
Thread: Help me understand these final steps...
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Pre cat lacquer is a finish in its own right. You...
Pre cat lacquer is a finish in its own right. You seem to be combining two different finishes to the one job. Assuming that the scratches are in the finish and not in the wood, have you tried just...
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16th March 2016, 11:17 AM
Thread: Filtering finish
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I have been using Stylewood for some time now and...
I have been using Stylewood for some time now and always pour the lacquer through a paper filter into the spraygun. It is sometimes quite amazing just how much gunk the filter will pick up from dust...
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3rd March 2016, 09:59 PM
Thread: Resawn veneers badly warped
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Hi Dengue, You have avery interesting challenge....
Hi Dengue, You have avery interesting challenge. If you are using glycerine be very careful. I used some in water ( only 10% glyceine) and tried to take a warp out of some Red Cedar and ended up with...
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12th October 2015, 12:36 PM
Thread: U'Beaut Dye Mixing
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Hi, This is a very good question. What you really...
Hi, This is a very good question. What you really need to do is to obtain a "Colour Wheel" and then learn how to use it. It will show you what mixing different colours and quantities of each colour...
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25th August 2015, 12:55 PM
Thread: Avoiding glitter finish on red cedar
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It seems to me that you are trying to fill up...
It seems to me that you are trying to fill up open grain with oil which can be very difficult.
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25th August 2015, 12:37 PM
Thread: Multi tool
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I have been having the same problem. When the...
I have been having the same problem. When the sanding disk/pad gets hot the glue then melts and separation then occurs. I have found that it does not happen when I use the white aluminium oxide...
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29th June 2015, 11:06 PM
Thread: Mitre Gaps- 3 spot on, 4th always out
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I agree with what has been said earlier. The last...
I agree with what has been said earlier. The last mitre being out could be a combination of the other three all being out slightly. One thing you could try is to make a jig. Use a suitable size bit...
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17th June 2015, 11:32 PM
Thread: Mortise Machine Drill Bits
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Two things that you can try. 1. Polish the four...
Two things that you can try. 1. Polish the four sides and get rid of all the machine marks that are normally on the chisels and that will make them slide easier. The machine marks act like a vice and...
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6th June 2015, 01:49 PM
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In your commentary you do not seem to mention...
In your commentary you do not seem to mention where the shellac was used but later on you seem to indicate that this may be the problem.
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27th May 2015, 09:59 PM
Thread: Sanding sealer on red-brown cedar
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I think that if you put sanding sealer on as you...
I think that if you put sanding sealer on as you seem to be suggesting there is a very high chance that you will end up with a finish that will not do the red cedar justice.
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19th April 2015, 11:35 PM
Thread: Who's made a veneer hammer?
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Veneer Hammer
I think it may be wise to stay away from the aluminium as it may well stain the veneer if you are using a light colour veneer. I have made several veneer hammers and 3mm brass seems to be the most...
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3rd April 2015, 06:32 PM
Thread: Hi from Maitland
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Wood Working
The Forum is a great way for obtaining very useful help and guidance. I guess that I would call myself a serious amateur having worked with wood for many years. My main focus now is on quality in...
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25th February 2015, 11:11 AM
Thread: blade positioning
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When using a crowned set of wheels, the blade...
When using a crowned set of wheels, the blade will automatically ride up to the centre of the wheel.
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10th February 2015, 08:26 PM
Thread: nitrocellulose
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Nitrocellulose
It sounds a bit like you have not wiped all the sawdust off the item being lacquered.
How much are you thinning the lacquer down?
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18th December 2014, 09:37 PM
Thread: High gloss polish on vanish
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High Polish
This is totally dependent of what you have put on, varnish, poly, precat lacquer,shellac?
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21st April 2014, 12:25 AM
Thread: Coat rack mounting
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Key Hole Hangers
Not having seen what you are trying to put up, but depending on the weight that you are going to put on it, you may care to consider by using a forstner bit to drill the correct size hole and...