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The best penetrating oil to use is automatic transmission fluid.Carefully drill a hole in it,and use a thread extractor in an electric impact driver.(in reverse)

I would cut the holes about 25mm deep with square sides.Use blocklaying grit (fine) with just cement,if you are feeling ambitious,use a 3/1 water mix with waterproof pva. Bostic make one for floor screeding,but a decent waterproof pva will work.(normal pva melts with dampness.)Avoid feathering...

I would cut the holes about 25mm deep with square sides.Use blocklaying grit (fine) with just cement,if you are feeling ambitious,use a 3/1 water mix with waterproof pva. Bostic make one for floor screeding,but a decent waterproof pva will work.(normal pva melts with dampness.)Avoid feathering...

Thanks Phil, You have probably saved me from a catastrophe.

Thanks for your reply and advice, I have replied to "Custard"if you would like to have a look. Do you think using fine wire wool would empty the grain inbetween the hard and soft parts ?

Thanks for your reply,and advice. I had the bright idea of looking at the underside of the table top,it has a fairly straight grain,it has been lacquered 4" in very neatly,the same finish as the top.There is no end grain showing,but I suspect it was a "production line" sprayed finish. The...

I have a "G" plan set of his and her's teak wardrobes and dressing table. I used white vinegar to clean the surface.It took it back to a flat finish. It looked a lot lighter in colour until I applied Teak oil.The finish is like when I bought it. My good lady has spray polished it over the...

Hello,I am a retired Bricklayer,and now,with plenty of time on my hands I have the opportunity to do a few of the jobs that I never had time for. I have perused this site,and it looks just the ticket,so here goes. I have a round oak table and chairs that I purchased new about 25yrs ago.The table...