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This poor guy really needs to get a life!

Geoffrey Hannah crafted this jewellery cabinet from 22 different types of timber. - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

I just saw the 10...

Hi Scotty

If I were you I'd be a little careful taking advice from AlexS without a huge grain of salt. If I remember correctly, he has less than 40 years experience as a woodworking professional,...

That timber, Rob, looks incredibly "busy". Yet I just love the way it's been downplayed by using a (deceptively) plain design. I'm not quite sure how you've managed to hinge and hinge-stop it, but...

Howdy Scott

I'm no expert in this field but, since no one else has thrown a hat into the ring, I'm willing to put in my 2 cents. I'd personally consider a water-based decking paint like Wattyl...

Both Hugh and the Evil Savant (oops, I mean Rob) are very experienced and extremely talented; you are very wise taking their sage advice.

I would just add one thing. As long as you leave the HBO...

Hi Jatt

I must admit I have never used Miniwax WOP but something in the deep dark recesses of my atrophied brain tells me it may not be the ideal poly for high traffic areas. A few months ago I...

eek! I'll have to stock up with it (within reason)!

Thanks for the heads up, Rob.

Blackadder : Have you ever been to Wales, Baldrick?
Baldrick : No, but I've often thought I'd like to.
Blackadder : Well don't, it's a ghastly place. Huge gangs of tough sinewy men roam the...

Hi petal

Like many many other members here, I've used Tassie Oak quite a bit for many purposes. However, I'd be a bit hesitant to proffer any suggestions how I'd approach the task without seeing...

Howdy Rhonie

Can't help you with the stripping, but with kids in the house, this Aus Govt article is a must read and answers your lead paint questions. You might als like to check out this one.
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Great craftspersonship, lovely timber, fantastic finish and disgustingly tidy workspace.

I just spotted this set of Marple wood Carving Tools on Gumtree near Newcastle. The ad says its 80 years old, never been used and comes in a cedar box. I have no idea of the value, but its listed as...

Hi Hoss (by the way, I just loved you in Bonanza :q)

I couldn't find any info on the contents of Feast Warson Kitchen Timber Oil (other than the tung oil component). I strongly suspect it has...

Howdy to a fellow Novocastrian

I make absolutely no apologies in saying LGS is my "finishing guru". In both publically-available forum posts and in private messages and emails, he has patiently...

Hi Muz

Firstly let me say you have done a truly beautiful job there! Very very impressive (especially if the other three mitres are nearly as good as the one in the picture)!

If it is due to...

I have to not only apologise to Mr Fever for my laziness in language, but also thank Malb and Master Splinter for clarifying what I "should have said". It took me a while to work it out, but Malb...

Fantastic and superb result, LGS. I'm certain you have a very grateful recipient there.

You also manage to seem to find such beautiful timbers and use them in the most flattering way. I'm so...

Alright! Now you're just boasting, you smarty-pants. I just responded to the one for your granddaughter and I can only reiterate the request.

If only mere mortals could approach such a project.
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A truly beautiful result. If you do another similar one in the future, would you mind posting work in progress pics so I can see how you achieved such an outstanding piece.

Thanks for sharing and...

Hi Mr Fever

I must admit I have on occasions hand-threaded the wheel incorrectly but it has always been easy to correct.

As you know, the pig-tail spindles come in left and right versions, so...

You have some very thoughtful and dear friends! Congrats and I'm sure you deserve your windfall (karma, I've been told, is a wonderful thing).

I agree with Sturdee that once shellac has had a good opportunity to completely dry and harden, wax is a great way to protect it. However I'm not sure of the proportions of components in Traditional...

This suggestion is a bit "off the wall" (no pun intended), but have you thought about using a decking coating? Early this year we had a merbau deck put in and used Cabots Merbau Aquadeck. We did 2...

There's only one word that comes to mind. Beautiful. Beautiful workmanship. Beautiful result. Beautiful!

Hello and welcome, Snoopy. (Tell Linus and Lucy hi from me next time you see them).

You potentially have one very valuable piece of furniture (as I'm certain you know). I notice Heron & Smith are...

Make sure you take the advice of all the experienced people in here very seriously (unfortunately I'm nowhere nearly as experienced or skilled as LGS or Alex). I have learnt a lot from these guys,...

Howdy MovieHeretic

I'd like to comment on a few quick points.

Firstly, I can't see any problems with you sanding off any of those coverings (wax, furniture polish or polyurethane) without...

Hi gazzman

Welcome! I'm certain you'll enjoy your time here at the forum because absolutely everyone (except me) is knowledgable, helpful and friendly. I'm the token rude ignorant bastard so the...

Early February is my smarter half's 50th, and as part of her pressie I'd like to make a large photo frame filled with pics of things and moments she treasures. I've put some time into the draft...

Very impressive! Really beautiful results and I'm incredibly jealous.

Could you give a briief outline how you made them?

Cheers
Phil

fudo

You are one very very very sick man! I say, anyone for tennis? :B

Hi John

I have to be absolutely honest and say I have never used a wood hardener. However about 6 months ago I did a little research and decided it wasn't for me. The typical comments were...

Hi Jovian

I'll put my hand up to support LGS and Aaron with the Wattyl Teak Oil finish by burnishing the oil with the random orbital sander. LGS posted his method several times in Finishing and I...

Hmmm. I was going to say my workspace is dirty too until I saw your pic full size. You win hands down! I'm going to print out your photo for the next time my good looking other half complains about...

What a fantastic result! I think it absolutely justifies a few months to complete.

The only problem I can foresee from experience is if you have a cat you will never be able to actually enjoy the...

Hi Paul

I'd have to agree with dragonfly that the "proper" technigue would be to use a grain filler. I know some people recommend choosing a colour match of TimberMate, mixing it with water to a...

Rob: I won't be able to refer to as The Evil Oils of Dr Tung, I'm afraid, because I'l get it confused with The Evil Dr Tongue-Lashing with whom I share a life. So I'll settle for The Evil Savant....

Hi Rob (LGS)

In a private message a while ago I told you I was beiginning to think you were more likely to be an evil genius. Now I've changed my mind and am sure you are an idiot savant! You...

May I suggest a simpler solution? It doesn't always remove all the rubbish from a sanding belt, but it certainly improves things -- and is inexpensive. All good Aussie boys have a pair or two of...

Mat: So glad you got clarification, especially from Barry. Although, I must admit, you may have to take his advice with a huge grain of salt. I mean really! As if anyone who has specialised in French...

You are absolutely right with your cynicism! With the correct cut, shellac is an absolutely wonderful sealer and can be used even as a grain filler. It is compatible with oil-based finishes and...

A very large user of various grades of pumice are dental laboratories. When they make partial or full dentures they use a methyl methacrylate compound (using a monomer liquid and a tinted & veined...

I just love that chopping board! Very schmick.

Well done and cheers.

D'oh! You are right, of course, Rob. I should think more sensibly before firing off responses:B

I'd suggest trying EEE Ultrashine for a beautiful finish or alternatively a Cainet Makers type wax (like Traditional Wax). The Ubeaut ones really do work very well.

Cheers
Phil

Jimbur is absolutely spot on!

And it goes much much darker than you would expect under oil-type finishes like tung, danish, scandinavian etc. Very noticeably darker than the adjacent wood! :?

Mobyturns, shedbound and KidBee

Many many thanks for the info. I followed your answers and after a quick google immediately found a matching picture of it here with lots of info. That gives me the...

From reading this forum, this question has to be the most difficult: What are these timber types?

My smarter and way-better half bought an expandable table on Gumtree last weekend for $50 to use...

I suspect it will be in full sun/rain/sleet/snow etc which is very harsh on most finishes. The usual response from the experts is to use an enamel paint to maximise the time between maintenance...

This is very helpful info. Like you, I've been put off by the price since its just a hobby and I'm not swimming in funds. I'd really love to see some pics of your results if that's possible.
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