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thatsnotafestool wrote: but the listing people missed us So we can do what the hell we like !

Until now that is

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There's a great WIP here, Mark, if you're interested. http://thewoodhaven2.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=3659 You're absolutely right...it's a beautiful piece Cheers for the link Roger, it's a very nice piece of furniture and it will be very interesting to read all about the making of if. Mark

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First impressions are excellent, looks to be extremely well finished. The top is superb, v.nice.

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All looks very nice to my eyes. A very good job indeed!

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No Probs Mark You and other forum users are welcome to pick through what remains of my brain lol. You might find some helpful bits in here even though it is three phase. http://www.thewoodhaven2.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=3921 Bob Took a quick look at the link Bob, I think I'll have to sit down...

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If it helps, I could order the remote for you and investigate the wiring. I've possible got some 110v contactors here too. I'd rough wire it and then send it to you to stuff in a box with your 110v connectors. Would that help? Bob I'm slightly ahead on this already, I've ordered both items. I place...

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Hi, if I use screws, I tend to use two screws per board and that is how I see it done mostly. If I was nailing a hardwood door I would probably lean toward using rose headed nails, two per board. Place any fixings on a diagonal, 45deg line. lowest fixing on the hinge side (bottom edge of board) top ...

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The you tube guy is basically on the right track but the soundtrack is full of little errors and crap presentation. The packaging is awful and no way is that sort of thing gonna get past a site inspector. You could start with one of these or similar ebay no 333008845847 a nice chunky contactor A 11...

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Here is a link to a Utube video, looks like it could be a US made video and I have made a check on the parts which I can buy from ebay.

The link: https://youtu.be/DODs-wL07OI

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Sorry Mark, only just seen this. Problem is 110v. most of these switches are plug in to 13amp socket so expect 240v ac in. 12v wireless switches exist but then you need a 110v wall wart type power supply. I think you are going to need to look over the pond and import something from USA as they will...

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On site we don't usually use much adhesive just pin the strips between the spindles with panel pins and a small drop of PVA glue. You can put a small flat on the tip of the panel pin by tapping it with a hammer first. Flatting the pin tip helps to prevent splitting the small strip. If you wanted to ...

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BoB where are you?

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Looking at the door and panel arrangement it appears that the middle mullion is there to cover the gap made by the central groove between the panel. You could possibly obtain the same effect by simply applying a groove to the panel before assembly and doing away with the mullion. 1. You could make a...

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Hi all, I recently purchased a site vacuum, Hilti VCU 40, rated at 1100w running on 110v power supply. The VCU vacuum does not have a power take off point for 110v tools, you have to do the switching manually. In any case when using battery operated tools an automatic function is of no use as these ...

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Unless the doors are hardwood I tend to cut the hinges out with a chisel, I find it quicker than setting up a router and messing about clamping a jig but that's just me. Using a router and jig is probably going to be the best option for most though. If the door is oversized I tend to offer it up to ...

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I'd think about buying a Leigh Dovetail Jig. You might have to pay between £250-£300 on ebay for a second hand one but they are the des-res of Dovetail Jigs and a re-sale is likely to recoup all of your original outlay.

Yes I use one and it's a great bit of kit.

Mark

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Mark You could save your pennies and buy one of these £43.99 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SwitZer-Wet-and-Dry-Industrial-Vacuum-Cleaner-20-80L-1-2-3KW-Hoover-Steel-Tank/113355635951?hash=item1a6485bcef:m:mngu-oPZrvs6kBP_ukSnMKQ I've got one that I use with my Kapex. Does what it says on the tin. Also...

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Any one used a FOX F50-800-110 Wet & Dry Vacuum ? I need a vacuum or dust extractor for occasional site use mainly for my Dewalt Flip saw. I don't really want to pay a fortune as it's only occasional use at the moment about 4 hours a week and I could buy a new Fox as above for around £150 so jus...

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A bit more information on floor timber sizes which may or may not be useful: https://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i448/meccyclinguk/Floor%20Joist/Floor1.jpg http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i448/meccyclinguk/Floor%20Joist/Floor%202.jpg http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i448/meccyclinguk/Floor%2...

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promhandicam wrote:Thanks Mark. Very helpful.

Steve

Glad to help. Hope that finger repairs V.soon

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Same information as in the link I gave above. http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i448/meccyclinguk/Calcs%201.jpg http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i448/meccyclinguk/Calcs%202.jpg http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i448/meccyclinguk/Pic1.jpg http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i448/meccyclinguk/p...

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The below link should help with recommended timber sizes and spacing for your roof (useful to consult). The floor is different but you can find recommended sizes online for your floor span if you want. We used to use a rule of thumb: 1. Span divided by two (convert this figure to inches) then add tw...

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thatsnotafestool wrote:Why not pop over to TWH2 as we do have an expert onboard ! No, not me, silly.

That's very nice of you Roger!

LoL

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Just another quick one: From what you wrote it sounds like the original binder and and 3 No hangers are primarily supporting the ceiling joist (stopping them from sagging in the middle and not a major support for the rafters). Collectively all the roof members help in supporting the roof and load bu...

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Just a quickie: have you considered using a truss to support the purlin (locate it on the central pier)? 5.7m is quite a span for any purlin to cope with in timber. A central truss would half that. You could make the truss so it top edge sits on the same plane as the ceiling joist but bottom edge ha...

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Thank you for the replies chaps, I will look at them all. I am a bit of a dabbler where joinery is concerned, as most of the time I'm on site but I am fascinated by stairs for some reason and the software fascinates me too!

Many thanks.

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Hi all, just wondered if anyone here uses software to design stairs that is reasonably priced or even free.

I have heard of "stair designer" but can't actually find any other software out there. I am sure there is loads but when I input a search I obtain stair manufacturers.

Mark

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The glass specification will obviously have an effect upon your section sizes Rich. I think you really need 57mm deep sections for standard double glazed units unless anything has changed. Take the pulley system (groove) into consideration and look at any furniture you might need to see if it will w...

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Leveller2911 wrote: I'm rubbish as uploading pix .............. https://www.flickr.com/photos/55385455@ ... ed-public/

But obviously very knowledgable when it counts..............Joinery!

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Not much till the handrails really but we normally do all by hand and no CNC involved 16507732731578208348.PNG I don't think I have actually seen a CNC machining a large curved handrail section yet, Volute and such like yes but all the large curved sections have been done by hand that I have seen s...

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Ha! I am currently in the lead on that machine.... Not sure what it will go to though. I'm going to have a look at it tomorrow. Its an oldie but a good solid machine. If I win it, the seller has offered to give me some training. Many thanks for the offer to visit. The dust extractor would be very u...

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If it's a refurb then as long as it's no worse than before ...ie replacing double glazing with single glazing ....then I thought BC were out of the frame ? No, you still have to comply but may be able to obtain some form of relaxation from the guidance to the regulation from building control. Inter...

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If it's a refurb then as long as it's no worse than before ...ie replacing double glazing with single glazing ....then I thought BC were out of the frame ? No, you still have to comply but may be able to obtain some form of relaxation from the guidance to the regulation from building control. The d...

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Hi Mark, I have had a look for courses but they are all site carpenter type stuff. Nope it's not easy. I can certianly see that. But I don't think I'd find it impossible. A mainstream college should do NVQ courses in Site Carpentry and then Joinery but some also offer Wood Machining. It will depend...

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Sorry £2170 was for 2 triples! Vs £9500 fitted. Allowing £2000 for the 2 triples (£1000 each) and £1500 for each bay, we get to £10k DIY + tooling and a machine (which I could if I wanted to recover maybe 50% of afterwards...) Maybe that might get to £15k plus £5k on a machine. I'm still not half w...

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Hi again Rich, and thank you again for your update on pricing. I still think that the costing need to be refined a bit but you do seem to be moving quickly on it. Not really sure how you got £51,000 verses £10,000. Assuming your price is correct for one window: total: £1670 Add in £500 for mistakes,...

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Could have have been Teknos sprayed finish. The job that we did the sash renovation on had new box sashes bought for the extension and they came over from Lithuania. They were spray finished in Teknos and were faultless....and cheap! I am now working on another house renovation with the same site m...

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Hi Rich, Thank you for the pictures and price updates. I can see that having received a quote of £4500 to make and fit one Box sash window (with three sections, six sashes) has now given you the incentive to look at ways of reducing the overall cost. I am not quite clear on how your costings actuall...

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Hope it's ok to restart this thread? I've been looking at getting some old sash windows replaced, going from single to double glazed at the same time. For a triple sash of approx 2250x1700mm with no muntins, so just 6 panes, in Accoya, with only the middle sash opening, using proper cords and weigh...

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Hi Roger, Is it at all possible for you to look at doing this yourself? I have done a lot of reading into this type of work but unfortunately not attempted it (full scale) as yet. It is possible to buy a volute (Very Bottom curved handrail part) from pre made machined stock (shelf items). I'm not su...

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