Recent content by sihollies

Thanks Sean, I haven't heard of that technique before, but completely see the logic in the process. Could you advise if this method suited to all sizes of split timbers or for smaller breaks? Thanks Simon

Thanks both, Sounds like a plan! I will assess it after i've glued it to see whether I can get away with dowels or if a timber insert is needed. Thanks again Simon

HI All, I am hoping you could please advise? I have been asked to glue and rehang a door that has split at the bottom hinge area. It is quite a large split resulting in the hinge screws having no purchase on the timber, thus preventing the door from closing correctly. I am pretty sure that it...

🙂 I Just like to try things that I haven't done before. I am hoping that the recipients will appreciate the effort & time taken, but am pretty sure that they won't realise the work involved. I just class it as a learning experience.

Many thanks for your input and advice, it is appreciated. I will experiment a little bit before the final product, but I like Droogs idea of using card. Many thanks again Simon

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone could please advise? Bit of a random enquiry, and I hope it is in the correct topic forum. I am planning to make several personalised Christmas cards using 2 pairs of veneers to act as the front and back of the card, with a fabric or wide ribbon glued between...

Regarding the Aquacoat Filler and to try and answer mrpercysnodgrass's question: I am only a hobbyist and make relatively small objects such as jewellery boxes or similar, so I don't really need to use a copious amount of the filler. I still have a half full container which I bought about 2...

I create alot of parquetry items and have the problem of filling the grain of numerous shades/colurs of timber. I have used Aqua coat clear wood grain filler prior to finishing with alot of success. It's not the cheapest product, but it does go a long way. It isn't easy to find in the UK, but i...

I've never tried electrolysis, but after just watching a video of the process, will definately give it a go. I'm sure there are specialist products on the market that others will suggest, but I have had alot of success with my car boot buys using citric acid powder mixed with warm water. I...

Completly agree with 'TheTiddles'. I made an outdoor seat a few years ago from some 'meranti' that my dad brought back from Malaysia after his employment over there ended. Every couple of years I jet wash it and give it two or three coats of Danish Oil, with quick sanding of 320 grit between...

Thanks ED65, thats exactly what I did, but I havent got a massive stock of brass screws of a small gauge, so just wanted to source some. of the ideal size. Cheers

Many thanks all. The product in the link that Droogs posted is perfect, so will purchase them from there. Many thanks again Simon

Many thanks As far as I can see, model fixings.co.uk only stock a 6.3 mm screws and nothing less? Thanks again

Thanks for the reply. I have searched everywhere, but may have missed something. I found some 0 gauge at modelfixings.co.uk but the smallest the have are 6.35mm / 1/4" Again, Thanks Simon

HI all, I was wondering if anyone could please advise ? I am attempting to source a quantity of 5mm, 0 gauge countersunk brass or brass effect wood screws and for the life of me cannot find anything anywhere. I would ideally need a slotted screw, but pozi or phillips would do the job. I have...