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  0 Thread: Hardwood options in large master bath
Post: RE: Hardwood options in large master bath
Of course, this is just my opinion. I am adamantly opposed to wood flooring in any space subject to major water spills such as kitchens and baths. Any decision to do so based on "water proofing" the w...
 Willyou Home Improvement 11 611 09-28-2024, 10:19 AM
  0 Thread: Exterior clear coat over artist's painting
Post: RE: Exterior clear coat over artist's painting
I too have wondered about using the automotive clear coat. You can get it in spray cans and is not too expensive, but I'm not sure whether that is the same stuff as what is used on a car finish. Clear...
 Willyou Finishing 10 890 08-10-2024, 12:13 PM
  0 Thread: Glue creep question
Post: RE: Glue creep question
jteneyck Wrote: (08-03-2024, 06:43 PM) -- Besides the open time, the data look poor for TB Cold Press glue. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AP1GczMIEEzAne7hmggJyXs3rqyZthkighJlEKgESS2XVMeQG...
 Willyou Woodworking 14 1,373 08-04-2024, 11:04 AM
  0 Thread: Glue creep question
Post: RE: Glue creep question
You can still get Cascamite plastic resin glue. I believe it is basicly the same as Weldwood except it is white instead of brown. it's made in the UK, I think. Also, I have had good results using Tig...
 Willyou Woodworking 14 1,373 08-03-2024, 04:16 PM
  0 Thread: Removing rust stains from bluestone
Post: RE: Removing rust stains from bluestone
Have you tried white vinegar? You will probably need to keep it wet with the vinegar for a while.
 Willyou Home Improvement 2 351 08-03-2024, 03:08 PM
  0 Thread: Drawer Lock Bit - Drawer Stock Sizing Question
Post: RE: Drawer Lock Bit - Drawer Stock Sizing Question
No. It will not be the same. You will have to compensate for the depth of cut both ways.
 Willyou Woodworking 8 1,539 05-11-2024, 09:27 AM
  0 Thread: mulch options for grass seed
Post: RE: mulch options for grass seed
Hydro seeding is an option. I don't know what the cost comparison might be, but the hydro seeding includes seed, mulch, and application all at once. Could be favorable cost.
 Willyou Home Improvement 24 5,436 04-24-2024, 03:34 PM
  0 Thread: Protecting SYP outdoors
Post: RE: Protecting SYP outdoors
Two things to consider or ask as you are doing further research: 1) How much will the chemical you apply leach out ot the wood timbers when it is dry or cured vs wet? 2) If a chemical gets into to soi...
 Willyou Finishing 6 1,177 04-11-2024, 09:22 AM
  0 Thread: Battery Powered Chainsaw
Post: RE: Battery Powered Chainsaw
Not what you asked, but I have had a corded electric for years and, except for the cord, it is as good as a gas model. I've cut down small trees with it (8-10" trunk). Around small property, the cord ...
 Willyou Home Improvement 37 5,582 04-04-2024, 05:46 PM
  0 Thread: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Post: RE: Moisture Meter Suggestion
jteneyck Wrote: (03-24-2024, 06:25 PM) -- Yes, absolutely.  Direct measurement always is best.  That's why kiln operators use weigh samples in the stack, and pull them out to weigh periodically.  Tho...
 Willyou Woodworking 25 3,601 03-24-2024, 07:52 PM
  0 Thread: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Post: RE: Moisture Meter Suggestion
jteneyck Wrote: (03-24-2024, 09:47 AM) -- Pin meters measure around the depth of penetration.  Pins that extend 1/16" into the wood, to use your example, can't read the moisture at the center of the ...
 Willyou Woodworking 25 3,601 03-24-2024, 03:57 PM
  0 Thread: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Post: RE: Moisture Meter Suggestion
titanxt Wrote: (03-23-2024, 02:13 PM) -- Would electricity waste energy (amps?) in seeking 18% moisture at a slightly greater depth over the 14% moisture between the probes for less resistance? Moist...
 Willyou Woodworking 25 3,601 03-23-2024, 08:43 PM
  0 Thread: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Post: RE: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Hmm. So. Since you are unwilling/unable to give further clarification, I will assume you also don't know. Thanks for trying.
 Willyou Woodworking 25 3,601 03-23-2024, 01:49 PM
  0 Thread: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Post: RE: Moisture Meter Suggestion
I understand what you are saying. But one thing I know for sure is that current will follow the path of least resistance. I think I can reason my way through what you say this way. Yes. If you slice t...
 Willyou Woodworking 25 3,601 03-22-2024, 05:10 PM
  0 Thread: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Post: RE: Moisture Meter Suggestion
Someone please correct me if I'm wrong. My understanding is that moisture meters work by sending a current through the wood and that more moisture carries current more easily. In other words, the curr...
 Willyou Woodworking 25 3,601 03-22-2024, 09:31 AM
  0 Thread: Offset venting for replacement kitchen fan?
Post: RE: Offset venting for replacement kitchen fan?
I assume the ducting in the stud cavity will be something like 2 1/2 x 10 rectangular metal. Can you just install that ducting in the cavity you have and then notch a wedge shape in the offending stud...
 Willyou Home Improvement 10 1,638 03-20-2024, 10:16 AM
  0 Thread: Stain or Paint?
Post: RE: Stain or Paint?
Black lacquer spray cans work well:
 Willyou Finishing 2 742 03-19-2024, 09:00 AM
  0 Thread: Walnut or Elm?
Post: RE: Walnut or Elm?
Wait for the little shoots to develop and see what the leave look like. Thanks to Dutch Elm disease, it would be rare to find an American elm.
 Willyou Woodworking 5 1,201 03-17-2024, 10:39 PM
  0 Thread: bed rail hardware
Post: RE: bed rail hardware
Nice job. Love it! I suggested bed bolts, but your choice was correct.
 Willyou Woodworking 19 3,450 03-14-2024, 09:50 AM
  0 Thread: Aniline Dye and Glue
Post: RE: Aniline Dye and Glue
I think I remember answers to this question on other forums being that the dye will not affect the glue-ip, but don't take that to the bank without confirmation. However, maybe you could spray the dye...
 Willyou Finishing 4 1,248 03-12-2024, 02:31 PM

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