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Today, 11:06 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Outdoor topcoat for a painted table. in Project Finishing

SW's A-100 Deep Base (I think that's the one) w/o any pigment added will dry clear and will last a good while. It has a good UV package in it to...

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Today, 10:59 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Delta Unisaw Blade Guard in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I use an old Sears TS guard on my Unisaw. It's mounted to an overhead arm so I can use it cutting dados. I use a shop built splitter for through...

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Today, 10:55 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread new bandsaw wont' cut straight in General Woodworking and Power Tools

You might need a new blade if it's the one that came with the machine but more than likely the machine still isn't set up right. A narrow blade will...

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05-20-2022, 8:54 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing - DIYer can't decide on materials in Project Finishing

Both ProClassic and Emerald Urethane feather in nicely with a brush. I can make ProClassic repairs look nearly invisble when I use a foam brush. ...

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05-20-2022, 8:48 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Repair of scratch in varnish in Project Finishing

If there's no damage below the varnish then just fill in the scratch with more varnish using an artist's brush. Add multiple coats until it's built...

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05-18-2022, 7:27 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Cost effectiveness of a slider vs. tracksaw & tablesaw in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Jeff, what bits are you using in your CNC that give you cuts equal to a sawblade? Nothing I use in my CNC (straight router bits nor spiral end...

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05-17-2022, 7:23 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Disposing of materials used to apply Rubio Monocoat? in Project Finishing

Seems you've never used RM, Jeff, or you'd know why some of us use syringes. RM costs around $55 for a 350 ml can with catalyst. While expensive,...

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05-17-2022, 10:42 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Disposing of materials used to apply Rubio Monocoat? in Project Finishing

I haven't noticed the paper towels I've used to wipe off RM getting even slightly warm. I lay them out flat to dry/cure, then throw them in the...

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05-16-2022, 11:51 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing - DIYer can't decide on materials in Project Finishing

Well that was interesting. Under the conditions he did his testing Advance was very durable, and Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel sucked. However, all...

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05-14-2022, 3:26 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread First Time Milling Basswood in Sawmills and Kiln Drying

I'm not sure yet, Fred. I air dry lumber before putting it in the kiln. My guess is that it will dry like yellow poplar or pine, meaning quickly...

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05-14-2022, 10:43 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing - DIYer can't decide on materials in Project Finishing

You are the first person I've ever seen that said Advance dries super fast. I guess if you put it on thin enough it will do as you observed, but it...

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05-14-2022, 10:37 AM

John TenEyck started a thread First Time Milling Basswood in Sawmills and Kiln Drying

A month or so ago my arborist friend asked if I wanted a 20" white oak tree. "Of course, thanks very much." When I got to the jobsite and he...

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05-13-2022, 7:44 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing - DIYer can't decide on materials in Project Finishing

If you are going to roll it on then precat is out. Advance rolls on great but takes far too long to dry and cure, especially if you plan to live in...

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05-13-2022, 3:58 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Hardwax Oil Vendors and Selection in Project Finishing

Loba: https://loba.co.za/product-category/loba-oil-finish-for-wood-floors/ John

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05-12-2022, 2:36 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Wood choice for crutches? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

White ash would be my choice, too. Steam bend to whatever shape is needed, then spiral wrap it with epoxy and fiberglass or carbon fiber, with an...

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05-11-2022, 3:30 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread water based poly not leveling out in Project Finishing

I've used GF's Extender with several manufacturer's WB topcoats w/o issue. If you want to roll your own, Extender is 1/3 propylene glycol and 2/3...

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05-10-2022, 8:21 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread water based poly not leveling out in Project Finishing

Another option is to add some of GF's Extender to what you have. 5% or so will extend the open time so it has longer to flow out. John

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05-09-2022, 10:38 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Dissimilar Veneer Thickness Double Platen in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Same here, I use a piece of silicone rubber sheet. It's 1/8" thick and has about 20% compression at 15 psi, IIRC, which gives you quite a lot of...

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05-06-2022, 7:16 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Advice on building tall doors for a closet in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Build one and find out. It's not an expensive risk. Personally, if you start with flat stock and have a flat reference surface I think they will...

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05-06-2022, 4:48 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Baltic Birch Availability? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Same here; my supplier said they would not get many more shipments. Their current price is $105 for a 3/4", 5 x 5 sheet. He said their major...

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05-05-2022, 8:44 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Advice to stain and finish rift white oak in Project Finishing

Enduro Clear Poly is pretty durable. Brief exposure to Windex or 409 won't hurt it. The testing I did was 1 hour exposure if I remember correctly. ...

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05-05-2022, 8:10 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Painters damaged original wood windows - ideas for a fix in General Woodworking and Power Tools

My opinion is the repairs can only be done properly if the sashes are taken out. Trying to do it in place risks breaking the glass and that's a deal...

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05-03-2022, 11:10 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread plywood fissure? in Project Finishing

Glazing putty works well but don't use the orange/red stuff, use gray or white, or it will show through the next coat of primer. John

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05-03-2022, 11:04 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Advice to stain and finish rift white oak in Project Finishing

I have no experience with SW's Water White CV, or any solvent based finish, sorry. GF's Enduro Clear Poly is resistant to short term exposure to most...

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05-03-2022, 10:46 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Seeking advice on dining table top in General Woodworking and Power Tools

IMHO 1.25" is plenty thick for a tabletop. You will (should) have an understructure to support the top so it's not going to sag. So, no, I would...

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05-02-2022, 7:52 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Advice to stain and finish rift white oak in Project Finishing

I agree with Prashun. Your inspiration photo looks like those cabinets were done with a matte or flat waterborne finish. I have used General...

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04-29-2022, 4:10 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread 5" vs. 6" ROS advice in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I use a Bosch ROS65VC, not a dual mode machine. I have both the 6" and 5" pads for it. I use the 6" pad 95% of the time because it works faster and...

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04-29-2022, 10:41 AM

John TenEyck replied to a thread DeWalt 7749 Radial Arm Saw in General Woodworking and Power Tools

A quality RAS is an incredibly versatile machine capable of very high accuracy. Mine is my preferred way of crosscutting parts to finished length,...

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04-27-2022, 6:54 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Weight limit for cope and stick joinery? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

^^^ 100 times. No frame and panel exterior door manufacturer I've ever seen relies on cope and stick only. They all use some form of M&T or dowels....

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04-26-2022, 7:19 PM

John TenEyck replied to a thread Mistake Recovery - Domino mistake fixed by a domino in General Woodworking and Power Tools

What separates a good woodworker from one who's not? A good woodworker can fix their mistakes so no one else knows. Love that Sapele, too. ...

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