That looks great. I find that linseed oil yellows quite a bit on light timber, but we've still used it a lot on on outdoor planters. I prefer decking ...
Hi there. I am pretty fortunate to have a cabinet maker for a husband but I wanted to get more involved so I just started doing my own projects. One o ...
I haven't used epoxy resin as a finish because I'm not into shiny, but I do have a table off I bought from a yaught that's been finished that way and ...
Nice work. Looks pretty solid!! I don't like varnish as it ends up peeling when exposed to the elements. I would use a natural oil. You could use a de ...
All the above. Only thing I'd add is if you are cutting thick timber (i.e. sleepers) that you do a few passes and go slowly (but not so slow that you ...
The July issue of Australian Handyman magazine is out now. Congratulations to @ProjectPete who is featured on the member profile page. Other Workshop ...
The June issue of Australian Handyman magazine is out today, and the member profile is @She_Skills. Congrats Meg!
On the "What's trending on Worksho ...
@Annette, I'm glad you like the suggestions, & I just thought of a way to make french cleats easily, how about using: Cheat's French cleats Now head ...
Hi all. I am 80 and my husband is 82, and we have been diy'ers for all of our 61 years of marriage. We help each other, and we still can't resist ha ...
G'day ElaineWelcome. You are not alone. I grew up with four brothers. I did everything they did. As a kid I was always pulling things apart to see how ...
Hello Community .. I am Elaine and have just joined. Learning my way around this site & trying to find the place where I can "Introduce myself" .. may ...
That looks great. I find that linseed oil yellows quite a bit on light timber, but we've still used it a lot on on outdoor planters. I prefer decking ...
Hi there. I am pretty fortunate to have a cabinet maker for a husband but I wanted to get more involved so I just started doing my own projects. One o ...
All the above. Only thing I'd add is if you are cutting thick timber (i.e. sleepers) that you do a few passes and go slowly (but not so slow that you ...
The Mens Shed is a great organisation where you can learn from experienced craftsmen. I think there is a resurgence in hand making and there are lots ...
We find lots of great timber at salvage yards or maybe an old door. Make sure you are well protected if you have to remove paint because it's often fu ...
Hi there. I like hard wax oil finishes. They are attractive, durable and no harsh fumes. Brands to consider are Osmo, Fiddes and Whittle Waxes. You ca ...
