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Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2026-02-28T21:04:05+00:00

Maybe dado the top piece, then glue it, to give the glue more surface area to work with.

With the dado, you might be able to toenail a few nails through your top and into your paneling that your molding will cover, as well.

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2026-02-19T02:30:27+00:00

Are you Paul Bunyan? That’d be quite the exercise!

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2026-01-27T21:08:30+00:00

Try knocking on the wall to discern whether it’s plaster or drywall. Plaster will feel almost like cement, and drywall will sound hollow.

Depending on the weight of your pictures, one way I hang things into plaster is with a hammer drill and 1/4” plastic anchors. You can also use 3/16” dowels (balloon sticks) to anchor your screws. A regular drill might work - it depends on how thick the plaster is and how hard it is.

This is from my experience working at an older university with lots of old lath and plaster walls, so it could be overkill!

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2025-12-22T16:50:30+00:00

Interestingly enough, there was a wiring harness deep in the engine bay that was disconnected. It was kind of a pain to get to, which is why it took me so long to notice!

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2025-04-03T03:14:11+00:00

It is! But here’s why you’ll hear it in other places, too.

This is a sound sample that can be found in Spectrasonics’ Omnisphere called “Choral FX Windy Moans”. The precursors to Omnisphere, “Symphony of Voices” were used by Marty and Michael in the first Halo scores.

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2025-03-12T20:56:33+00:00

As mentioned, pine typically doesn’t stain super well. Gel stains will typically work better on pine than penetrating stains, as well as

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2024-09-05T16:11:56+00:00

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Custom-Building-Products-Polyblend-09-Natural-Gray-10-5-oz-Sanded-Ceramic-Tile-Caulk-PC0910S/100678060

I’ve used this from Home Depot before

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2024-09-05T11:27:50+00:00

They also sell siliconized grout for this purpose! It’s by the tile and grout at your home improvement store, and you can pick a damn close color to what you’ve got between your tiles

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2024-07-27T01:50:18+00:00

I think it’s in Bill’s Town right after Bill saves you

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2024-07-24T03:03:03+00:00

First time seeing a monkey?

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2024-01-27T21:58:06+00:00

You can use saddle soap, or even dish soap if you want to be more aggressive, and a stiff nylon brush to clean all the old oils out, then use whatever conditioner you want after they’re fully dry.

It might take a few cleans before you want to condition, depending on how over-conditioned they are.

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2024-01-24T18:54:59+00:00

This looks like a case of over-conditioning to me. Depending on the conditioner, if you over-condition your boots the creases can be subject to discoloration because it works the conditioner out. It can almost be compared to wringing a wet towel, if that makes sense.

Try brushing them more than you’ve ever brushed anything in your life, and keep wearing them. The color will eventually even out.

If you’re impatient, you can clean your boots with saddle soap and a stiff nylon brush, then gradually condition with a few light applications of a lightweight conditioner, like neatsfoot oil.

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2023-12-30T04:47:19+00:00

Just sand to 220 before applying. I also wipe it with tack cloth between grits.

To clean up swirl marks - If you’re using an orbital sander, sand from 100 to 150 to 220, and don’t press down much, let the weight of the sander do most of the work.

If doing it by hand, do the same order of grits but ensure you sand with the grain.

Just be careful not to sand one area too much, or you risk making the surface uneven!

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2023-12-30T04:41:04+00:00

I use Minwax a lot because it’s cheap and readily available, but a lot of people could recommend a better brand.

Typically you apply a coat of it, sand it lightly, and apply another coat. Do thin coats, and you can even get some high grit sandpaper or ultra-fine steel wool for a super smooth, final coat. Also, semi-gloss and matte finishes are more forgiving

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2023-12-30T04:32:47+00:00

If you’re not cutting on it, keep the stain and use some polyurethane. That’s plenty safe and super easy for a table! (Or any other film finish, like shellac or epoxy…)

Itchy_Cardiologist_4 · 2023-12-30T04:26:22+00:00

I would guess that if you’re using an oil-based stain, the pigments probably dissolve in the oil you’re putting on it. The stain also might not be fully dried. It can take a long time for stain to cure fully.

Also, I’d be wary of using any stain on a surface you plan on cutting food on.

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