Posted by Bob Bulmer on Fri 23rd November 2007 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Power Tools, Tools
When buying a new drill, you need to bear in mind a few key points:
Drills
• Do I want a mains powered drill? They tend to give higher revolution speeds and quicker penetration. Prices are usually cheaper than cordless versions.
• Do I want a cordless drill? Battery powered drills tend to lack the raw power of a mains connected drill, but offer real versatility without the constraints of a mains lead.
• If you’re looking for a multi purpose drill, then you’re going to want a variable speed mains drill with hammer action and reverse gear. This gives you the option to drill into concrete or masonry.
• A 13mm keyless chuck enables you to drill holes up to 32mm diameter in timber and 13mm in metal or masonry.
• A cordless drill can also offer a powered screw driver option.
• More powerful batteries are often heavier.
• Ensure that you select a cordless drill with rapid recharge.
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Posted by Bob Bulmer on Thu 22nd November 2007 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Construction, Decor
Ramin is often used for mouldings and battens given it’s closed texture and even grain.
The natural colour of the timber is yellow, light brown which can be enhanced by staining to the colour of surrounding wood.
Posted by Bob Bulmer on Thu 22nd November 2007 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Decor
First of all it is important that your surface is free of grime and dust. Also, good any cracks or holes with a good plaster filler.
It is recommended that you use an emulsion paint.
1. Using a small brush of 25mm, apply paint onto your cornicing in thin coats. This should help avoid drips.
2. You should apply a couple of coats - but ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second coat.
3. When applying paint to mouldings, use the brush to poke paint into crevices. Keep your paint loaded to the minimum. Use smaller paint brushes if necessary.
4. To help keep a steady hand you should use a mahl stick (signwriter’s rest).
Posted by Bob Bulmer on Wed 21st November 2007 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Decor, Doors
It is obviously important to ensure that paint is kept away from the glass. You can do this by using a paint shield, an angled cutting in paint brush or the old favourite - masking tape.
• When applying paint, ensure that there is a 1-2mm overlap onto the glass - this ensures a seal between frame and glass.
• Using a smaller paint brush like 75mm, coat the rest of the door.
• Stray emulsion paint on the glass can be removed with a rag and water. Gloss paint can be removed using white spirit.
• A razor blade can remove any dried paint on the glass.
Check out how to paint a flush door.
Posted by Bob Bulmer on Tue 20th November 2007 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Decor, Doors
Open the door you wish to paint. Leave painting the door frame until last, as splashes of paint can then be covered later.
• Paint each panel first, starting from the top and working from left to right.
• Smaller brushes are more suitable for getting into the crevices of each panels moulding.
• Putting too much paint onto the mouldings can result in drips - so keep your application to the minimum.
• Fill in the space between panels. Ensure that any drips that make their way to the mouldings are blended in ASAP.
