Where are all the woodworkers?!?

[Carmell269]

Very nice! Great job!

Thank you, I really appreciate it !

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[Carmell269]

Getting vinyl to adhere to construction grade wood is... uh interesting.

I gave it a coat of paint to sort of help be a pore filler to assist adhesion, but definitely a lot more work than using vinyl on metal to get it to properly stick. I'm sure there are products designed to make this work more easily, but I just used what I had on hand.

I’ve had really great success with this product. Pretty expensive stuff, but once it is stuck down it won’t be coming back off.

 

[Fawnbuster]

Getting vinyl to adhere to construction grade wood is... uh interesting.

I gave it a coat of paint to sort of help be a pore filler to assist adhesion, but a lot more work than using vinyl on metal to get it to properly stick. I'm sure there are products designed to make this work more easily, but I just used what I had on hand.

Looks good! Paint as a sealer isn't bad, flat paint can be tricky but some sheen helped me in the past. I made a sign last year and had to stick a vinyl lettering saying on it so I sanded the face, wiped off the dust then masked off the area and sprayed satin lacquer on it and sanded between coats then applied the letters after the last coat. I needed to leave the rest of the board raw wood so I could glue items on and then clear coated everything after.

 

[JDowns]

Quick little shallow planter box from some left over WRC after making an Adirondack patio set for my sister last season. Been rainy for a few days so needed a quick indoor project.

Need to finish sanding and apply my uncles oil/wax concoction.

 

[OFC Ranger]

So from another thread. I had a lot of fun learning how to upholster for the first time. Of course with practice I'll get better, but it did not come out too bad for amateur hour at the Jack Garage.

I am going to be redoing the back wall on my truck rear seat platform in something similar. I don't think I am going to attempt to work with wood and vinyl again, I will probably do upholstry on everything on the back wall portion.

The carbon fiber is a nice accent, but in retrospect it just wasn't worth the hassle. I ended up using Mod Podge as an extra adhesive element and it still was a PITA.

This piece of wood and upholstry will go on the underside of the driver side floor hatch in connection with the hi-jacked cubby holder for electronics. I know this is a wood working thread, but I've come to love electrical wiring on a hobby level.

It is all secured by 4 heavy duty steel L brackets (not pictured):

Kind of idea on back wall, same concept, but with swing up hatches at a full 90 degree angle. I will upholster, then attach the molle panels on the top. I will also add molle panels to the underside of the hatches and the inside compartment. Pouch storage for days.

 

[Metal Geezer]

Once again, after reading through this thread there is a ton of talent and inspiration here
Thought I’d randomly post progress for a new project as ordered by the Geezer household CFO.
Scope of work: Supply and install new countertop and cabinets in a currently unused space under the stairs. Supply and install electrical outlets as required for microwave and assorted small appliances.
Budget: <$100

The space:

First step…..find a source of free wood. This end-of-life Poplar is my choice:

To be continued….

EDIT:
Full disclosure….this Poplar is representative of the Poplars I cut and milled last year and have spent the winter drying. ?

 

[HenryMac]

Woodworking....

Everything from Model Rocketry to Oak Mirror Frames. The older I get, the more I enjoy woodworking.

 

[JDowns]

Once again, after reading through this thread there is a ton of talent and inspiration here
Thought I’d randomly post progress for a new project as ordered by the Geezer household CFO.
Scope of work: Supply and install new countertop and cabinets in a currently unused space under the stairs. Supply and install electrical outlets as required for microwave and assorted small appliances.
Budget: <$100

The space:

First step…..find a source of free wood. This end-of-life Poplar is my choice:

To be continued….

If there isn't a mill photo in the future I'm gonna be disappointed.

Mill is on my list this year. But I'll need to pull the trigger in the next few weeks to ensure delivery before end of season. Not sure I'd use it this year or even down the trees I'd mill due to other projects, but at least I could get it assembled and ready for next year. Too many things on the plate for this season, 1.5 miles of roads and trails, gun range, tree platforms for future zip line(s) to tree houses, and a greenhouse / shed are all on the chopping block this year.

A few chairs from last season found their forever home. Can't wait for the natural cedar petina to set in for that rustic look.

 

[Metal Geezer]

If there isn't a mill photo in the future I'm gonna be disappointed.

Mill is on my list this year. But I'll need to pull the trigger in the next few weeks to ensure delivery before end of season. Not sure I'd use it this year or even down the trees I'd mill due to other projects, but at least I could get it assembled and ready for next year. Too many things on the plate for this season, 1.5 miles of roads and trails, gun range, tree platforms for future zip line(s) to tree houses, and a greenhouse / shed are all on the chopping block this year.

A few chairs from last season found their forever home. Can't wait for the natural cedar petina to set in for that rustic look.

First….looks great. Those chairs are going to grey up nicely.
2nd….You’re going to be disappointed regardless…….My “mill”: (A full 1/3 of this projects budget)

 

[Metal Geezer]

The stash.

 

[Metal Geezer]

Resawing…
(Boat doubles as an out feed table )

 

[Fawnbuster]

Resawing…
(Boat doubles as an out feed table )

First time I've seen a King power tool, resembles a Delta

 

[Metal Geezer]

First time I've seen a King power tool, resembles a Delta

Probably another “It’s Tuesday, slap a King label on ‘em!” situation.
Cost effective and reliable so far. 2 of the same band saws with a 6” riser kit on one of them, 2 different dust extractors.

 

[Metal Geezer]

I’ve selected some pieces for the countertop and taken them home to the Metal Shop* for further refinement.
My jig for straightening waney edges:​

*If you could hear the picture you’d understand. ?​

 

[JDowns]

I finished up some more pens. 2nd pic is my favorite. Goncalo Alves.

Nice work! I’ve got A bunch of cedar that has to come out that is 3-6” dbh that my uncle wants some for turning along with some serviceberry . Always wanted to get into it but never found the extra time.

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