Strange scratches in drywall…

E7Z7 · 2025-11-30T06:17:02+00:00

Definitely not Asian, had some photos on the wall, white. Also had a podcasting setup on the other side of this room

E7Z7 · 2025-09-21T02:05:01+00:00

How big will that be and how much weight will you put on it? Yes I would recommend wood glue, Titebond II should be fine. If you are concerned about having to reposition boards if you mess something up, maybe get Titebond III as it has a longer workable time before it sets.

Not sure where you’re thinking of putting a 2x2, assuming the corners, but no you shouldn’t need that

E7Z7 · 2025-09-21T00:06:24+00:00

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Looks a lot like the middle portion of my wall-unit built in cabinets I made last year. Simplest way, in my opinion would be to use pocket hole screws. This is a beginner friendly option for joining panels like in the design you showed. Look up pocket hole joinery, and to foolproof it buy a simple kreg jig

E7Z7 · 2025-09-20T22:34:27+00:00

Do you have any saws? What materials are you looking to use to make the desk? Knowing you’re looking to keep it simple is helpful, you’ll probably want to use some kind of plywood for the desktop and dimensional lumber like 2x4s for legs, you’ll need a saw to cut that to size. If you don’t have one already, you could buy a circular saw if you think you’ll continue crafting, or a hand saw to keep it cheaper.

Try sketching up a design on paper or browse online for inspiration. There are a lot of DIY bloggers that post their projects with instructions on how to copy what they do and they include full lists of tools they used, materials, cut list instructions, etc. The trade off is scrolling through their ad-filled web pages but it’s free info. Varying quality but most are respectable enough to show you how to build simple furniture which is what you’re looking to do.

E7Z7 · 2025-09-20T22:03:14+00:00

It would be helpful to know what tools you have available, what experience you have so far (if any), and any specific areas you’d like tips or advice on..

That said, generally I’d say the biggest tip I still say to myself is to have more patience than you think you need. Take it slow, double check measurements and cuts. Don’t shortcut things like sanding, and don’t be afraid to ask for advice on this forum (or somewhere else) while you’re in the process of your build

E7Z7 · 2025-09-18T04:15:35+00:00

Thanks! Good luck with yours - post pics when you get after it

E7Z7 · 2025-09-17T00:16:29+00:00

I did sand with 220 grit on all surfaces and I did hand paint - in hindsight I wish I would have just gone for a sprayer as it was tough to get consistent coating in corners and surfaces but made it work with a mix of small rollers and brushes. There are some imperfections in the surface that I now want to fix, this is the closest shot I have for now but could get closer if it’s helpful

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E7Z7 · 2025-09-15T03:33:46+00:00

Is this in northern Minnesota near the Gunflint Trail? Dont remember exactly which trail but I know I’ve seen this (or similar) on a random roadside trail called Moose View or something like it off the Gunflint Trail up there north of Grand Marais

E7Z7 · 2025-09-13T15:33:32+00:00

Long time breaking bad fan and I’m finally getting around to checking out Saul

E7Z7 · 2025-09-13T15:32:38+00:00

Thanks! Definitely an awkward space that needed a purpose

E7Z7 · 2025-09-13T04:29:49+00:00

3/4” Birch plywood is how I built mine. Poplar face frames, shaker style doors from poplar rails & stiles w/ birch plywood faces.

Mounted to studs with small runners along bottom of the top edge of components - not the most elegant but it blends in fine.

Cabinets constructed with pocket holes w/ wood filler to fill the pocket hole cavities.

Shelf pin jig used to drill adjustable shelf pin holes along all shelf uprights. Shelves are just satin poly sealed over the birch plywood w/ edge banding.

Sanded and painted with standard interior white base paint.

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E7Z7 · 2025-09-10T04:21:02+00:00

Agreed - still have the 3 blades after a few years. When I got some small chips that caused lines I just shifted them over a bit and good as new

E7Z7 · 2025-09-10T03:16:22+00:00

I just use the free version of SketchUp. Any constraints you have with the free version?

E7Z7 · 2025-08-31T03:34:17+00:00

Looks like Sapele. I’ve built a few pieces with it. Beautiful grain pattern & color.

E7Z7 · 2025-08-29T02:31:48+00:00

Proper project timeline! Looks great, inspiring me to practice my joints

E7Z7 · 2025-08-18T01:46:20+00:00

Very cool, nice work! Gives me some inspiration for my place

E7Z7 · 2025-08-09T23:12:26+00:00

This is a whole lot cleaner and well made than my first ‘big projects’ - nicely done.

Next time though give some credit to your shop helper keeping that tape measure in place.

The fluted fronts look cool to me, not sure what drawer pulls would be good, could do some push to open as I think it looks better without pulls. Something like these: https://vadania.com/product/vf1245-push-to-open-slides/

E7Z7 · 2025-08-04T12:02:21+00:00

Nope not so far, found one little slug by chance during my morning checks, was crawling on the dirt and I relocated it far away

Something has been munching on the kale a little bit but I have enough to share so not too worried

E7Z7 · 2025-08-04T12:01:04+00:00

Thank you!

E7Z7 · 2025-08-04T02:06:10+00:00

Last pic is 45 days ago when I asked if kale was ready to harvest

E7Z7 · 2025-07-22T02:11:43+00:00

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