The Woodshop Shed
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adventures in woodworking and home maintenance, from my shop in an oversized backyard shed
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How to Repaint Numbers & Graduations on a Steel Ruler: Restoring John Walters' Rusted Starrett Ruler
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After finding a rusted old Starrett ruler in a 'Free stuff' pile left by a neighbor, I decided to restore it and repaint the numbers and graduations. First, I placed it in a tray and covered it with a 20% vinegar solution for an hour or so. Then I scraped the ruler with a bread clip and #1000 grit wet-dry sandpaper to polish the surface. After washing and neutralizing the […]The post How to Repaint Numbers & Graduations on a Steel Ruler: Restoring John Walters' Rusted Starrett Ruler appeared first on Popular Woodworking Magazine.
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Yes, a Moisture Meter is Essential Equipment
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A moisture meter is a device that lets you see the future. It allows you to avoid mistakes where your furniture will - literally – fall to pieces. But convincing woodworkers to buy one is like trying to push water uphill. This weekend, Brendan Gaffney and I were each working on some chair projects and got on the topic of moisture meters. Brendan has an idea for how to make […]The post Yes, a Moisture Meter is Essential Equipment appeared first on Popular Woodworking Magazine.
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