For the beds I've designed and built in the past I just referenced a Woodsmith plan to get the general dimensions for the headboard, footboard, side rails, etc...
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For the beds I've designed and built in the past I just referenced a Woodsmith plan to get the general dimensions for the headboard, footboard, side rails, etc...
They'll still just throw it all away or take it to Goodwill.
May I suggest... https://www.thespruce.com/swedish-death-cleaning-4801461
+1 on the Rubio Monocoat. I made a hairpin table/desk out of some 1.5' thick local red oak, finished it with Rubio Pure. It's my work computer desk, covered with typical work debris, and the finish...
Do a couple test pieces, see for yourself what the results look like.
FWIW, I really like the way Rubio Monocoat Pure looks on the projects/woods I've used it on, color and sheen.
To answer your questions;
1. I'd use steel. FWIW - I purchased steel C channel from a local welding shop at a very reasonable price, they even cut it to the lengths I needed. A machinist friend...
+ 1 for Rubio Monocoat. I call it Rubio Duocoat, since I've been putting two coats of the product on my projects. Two coats produce more of a satin look. One coat gave the project a matte look.
https://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-1904A-Woodlife-CopperCoat-Preservative-Below/dp/B003KR23PU/ref=asc_df_B003KR23PU/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=193168541182&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=62555013321078...
+1 on John's comment. First thing I thought of after reading your requirements was Rubio Monocoat 2c.
I used hex socket threaded inserts on the legs of recent dining table bench build. I built two benches for a friend at work. The owner wanted to be able to remove the legs from the benches for easy...
https://www.razorsaw.co.jp/support/catalog/pdf/fugaku.pdf
I was looking for information on Gyokucho saws and found this Gyokucho Razorsaw product information, an English version pdf. I thought...
My funny bearing story has to do wiht my old 1997 F-150. A front wheel bearing was going out but I couldn't tell which one. I had a mechanic ride with me and he said it was the right front. So I...
I thought of one other option for you, the Patrick Leach Tool List. There's this in the January 2022 list, along with some other combination ruler offerings.
MS38 New old stock Union Tool Co....
Don't know if you have access to flea markets in your location but I've picked up lightly used Starrett and Mitutoyo combination squares for way less than $100 at a local flea market. I have both...
I have an friend who owned a small engine shop. He said back in the 1970's when Carter was president, prices went up quarterly and people were buying lawn mowers and chainsaws at a record pace - to...
I have a Jet AFS-1000B Air Filter I've had in service for 10-15 years. A few years back I had to replace the control board on the unit. As I recall my research at the time indicated the control...
Pretty sure Rob used a plain twist drill bit, albeit a large one, and guide block to get the holes just right. He also rounded over the openings and coated the inside of the holes with super glue. ...
I stack them in a corner until there's no more room, then one day I'll say enough is enough and chop them all down to wood stove size. The usable cherry, walnut, and hard maple pieces get recycled...
I replaced the slats on outdoor bench with white oak and used this stuff (see below) last summer. The white oak turned a very dark brown, almost black color which looked good since the metal ends...
Friend of mine runs a small engine repair shop. He picked up some used dentist chairs from a university surplus shop for a good price. Took off the chairs and mounted platforms. Another option to...
Great information to have on hand, a few more words and I can see this as an article in Fine Woodworking. :)
Interesting, learn something everday on SC. From the product's Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
1.1 Product identifier
Product Name : Spray Gun Lube
Product Code : DeVilbiss Automotive Refinishing Part...
...and this is why I use turpentine. I have a few rescued cans of gum turpentine. The stuff needs to be used up and does the job, plus it smells wonderful to me.
The simplest, 50/50 Minwax Fast-Drying Polyurethane Clear Satin and gum turpentine. Mineral spirits can be substituted for the turpentine.
This is the reason I've gone to mixing up homemade wiping varnish. I just mix up the minimum amount needed for the job and even then I never use it all. Any left over ends up gelling up in a couple...
Here's another made in America option: https://www.grainger.com/product/SPEEDAIRE-2-0-HP-4TW29
Similar specs to the IR Garage Mate, but cheaper if you can pick-up locally. As I understand it,...