Recent content by aebersold

Don’t know your facilities or set up Sammy, but if space is limited and large sheets are too big to handle successfully on the table saw, it’s better to take the tool to the work. I made a dismantlable frame that rests on a couple of workmates outside and use a tracksaw and 2.7m rail. It’s...

Thanks, hadn’t found those.

I have used simonswerk hinges quite a bit, the advantages being the selection of finishes available and the availability of smaller sizes. I have found them to be of high quality, a tightish feel and consistent size with nice square edges that don’t need fettling. As hornbeam says the knuckles...

I tried your recommendation on some small beaded oak doors I’ve made for a Bathroom basin cabinet and I’m pleased with the results, thank you. Nice finish without brush marks or masking of the grain, but it took the instructed 3 coats to achieve. I was going to use osmo but wanted something a...

There are are some really helpful knowledgeable woodworkers on this forum who l have the greatest respect for, but I am sickened again (as this isn’t the first time) at the level of predjudice, lack of empathy and selfishness directed at cyclists. The picture shown by Deema doesn’t show a...

Hello Alex, just came across your message, rather late, sorry and thanks for the input. I bought an electric makita in the end and although not industrial or as mobile as the petrol offerings, it’s ok and doesn’t offend my neighbours. The maximum diameter I can turn on my lathe is 500mm, and...

Just watched this and really helpful thank you. I was looking to purchase a chainsaw, going through the petrol/electric debate. That electric version you have seemed to cope admirably. Your procedure was also very useful. Thanks. Alex

As others have said, for a comfortable environment to work in and to stop condensation/rusty tools, you need to insulate and slow down the transition from hot to cold & vice versa. I’ve done that in my workshop including the floor and ceiling and run an 80w bar heater throughout winter which...

Thanks, I’ve cut them square now and will add the angles with a chisel and guide block. Bit time consuming, but accurate and controllable. Olly Bradshaw uses the pu glue, but the limited open time scares me ! For the wedges, no problem. I’ll check out the hinges, thanks.

Thanks, I don’t think I’m gonna learn that. Chisel it is then !

I best start saving, are we talking stainless ? Are your gates of similar size ?

Thanks Mark, you’re right, 900 or even 1200 maybe.

Thanks Johnyb, especially your encouragement on the weight issue ! I tried the hand wheel technique and gave up, too messy. 3mm is a skinny wedge, perhaps 8mm is ok then ?