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I am currently building a workshop with concrete blocks. On completion I intend to paint the internal walls white to help brighten the workspace. Has anyone had success with plain old interior emulsion paint on concrete blocks? The walls are cavity block work and will be externally rendered...

Mike G, It seems I have upset you for not thanking you? when infact I did. I thanked you all by name. I asked for information from those who had experience of a similar matter, hence the reason why I had "thanked" Argus on his second time of responding. Whilst the forum is a very useful site...

Thank so again all for taking the time to respond. Very much appreciated. David

The walls in need of stabilisation are also indoors, so my issue is virtually the same as you encountered. I haven't had the chance to speak to Thompsons yet. Perhaps the quarter century since you treated your wall has seen an advancement in the product? Not a job I am looking forward to to be...

Argus, MikeG, John15 - thanks for the input gents, food for thought. My issue sounds similar to the one encountered by Argus. I will look at the link you sent. Cheers gents. David

Not a "wood" question, however it does concern my future woodworking. Before I set up shop I want to address the walls in my garage workshop. The internal walls are constructed from sandstone and lime mortar, some of which is becoming a little flaky and beginning to crumble in places. The...

I should image they were used primarily for cutting mortice in glazing bars.

I have never used the product, so my response may, or may not be of assistance. If you are only looking to remove the coating in isolated areas I would first consider what is the base binder, I.e oil/spirit/cellulose etc. Often the product instructions will indicate which agent is used to clean...

Very helpful and a useful document Harry's. I expect it will be a tool in need of a little practice and experimentation. Thanks again

That would be very much appreciated. I will give it a try in the meantime based on your instruction. Have you any idea how the small clamp, tightened by the wing nut on the back comes into play?

Much appreciated, Andy. Thanks. So, how is it set up?

I bought this little tool a few weeks ago, I believe it to be a tool for the final sizing of stringing or inlay? I am thinking the tool is held in the left hand and clamped to a baton or rail for stability. The adjustable side plates/cutters are then adjusted to the desired gap, then the...

I have been thinking of taking the plunge myself regards the Veritas inlay tools. It has been almost a year now since you posted, how are you getting along with them? Have you found them to be a worthwhile set of tools? Are they worth the money? Would you recommend them, or are other methods...

Thanks gents, as I thought more of a " rough" cutting tool prior to finish work. In any case mine look quite good I have an ebony, Rosewood and some other figured wood ......and of course a Beech handled version, all with the heavy brass ferrules and twin screw blade locking system. I also have...

Thank so for the replies, gents. Some interesting reading. Cheers David