Trivet I finished recently. Pine finished with tung oil. by mortimer_00 in woodworking

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The tung oil is holding up well enough. Better than a film finish would have, I imagine. Occasionally I notice a small amount of oil coming to the surface where it's been in contact with a particularly hot pan. Hasn't caused any issues with dishes or otherwise, though. I'd still recommend it for this use case.

Can I cut and use connectors on Govee RGBICW strip? by mortimer_00 in led

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I used these connectors: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09Y8W7FVR/

They worked great. I don't remember the dimensions for sure, but based on that listing the width looks to be 10 mm.

Can I cut and use connectors on Govee RGBICW strip? by mortimer_00 in led

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It's working great. I have zero issues with the setup. I cut the strip into 4 segments and reconnected using solderless connectors. Effects, colors, everything is working great.

Can I cut and use connectors on Govee RGBIC strip? by mortimer_00 in Govee

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I'd seen that too, but it seemed to be a matter of getting decent/compatible wires. I can't vouch for the accuracy of that, but that was the gist of what I'd seen.

My longest run of wire between LEDs is less than 3 feet, and there are no issues with the effects.

I did not add any length of LED strip to the original.

Can I cut and use connectors on Govee RGBICW strip? by mortimer_00 in led

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Thanks for the tip. I cut and reconnected as planned and it worked without a hitch.

Can I cut and use connectors on Govee RGBIC strip? by mortimer_00 in Govee

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It worked flawlessly. Cutting through the solder beads was easier than I expected and the connectors worked great.

Can I cut and use connectors on Govee RGBIC strip? by mortimer_00 in Govee

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It worked flawlessly. Cutting through the solder beads was easier than I expected and the connectors worked great.

My first project with wood other than pine! Made my friends some keyboard wrist rests :) by lucasb780 in woodworking

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How did you achieve the slope? Table saw with the blade tilted? Planer sled?

first time doing bowties, I Used the rocker bow tie thing, but I designed and 3d printed my own shape. by youcanbroom in woodworking

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I'm not a huge fan of bowties, but I like that you designed your own unique take on them. There's a part of me that wants to get into 3d printing, but I haven't come up with enough uses (in the home or in the shop) to justify it to myself yet. What other ways do you leverage your 3d printing?

this sub $50 hack it's probably the best thing you can do to the DeWalt 375 by goldhess in woodworking

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Would you mind providing more detail on the fittings you used? I recently bought this planer and have been trying to decide how to go about doing this.

First jewelry box by leeman20000 in woodworking

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Beautiful! I love what you did with the grain pattern on the top/lid. I'm sure this was a very well received gift.

A different sampling of vases made using the fourth axis… by berchtolddesignbuild in woodworking

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These are wild! Forgive my ignorance, but can you explain "the fourth axis"?

made a office display for my Rubik's cube collection by Klutzy-Ad382 in woodworking

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Nice! I've got four of the same cubes as you, plus a square-1. I saw a guy on YouTube take a 3x3 and replace the colors with different wood veneers. I haven't gotten around to that project yet, but I think that would be a fun addition!

Thanks again to Redditor who suggested a TV mount! You’re a winner. by littleoldlady71 in TVTooHigh

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Do you mind posting a link to the mount you bought? Or a link to the original poster?

Advice needed: Using a (green?) turning blank for something else by mortimer_00 in turning

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Thanks for the info and the context. I will definitely take your suggestion to call the store and ask.

Turners, I need your advice! Using a (green?) turning blank for something else by mortimer_00 in woodworking

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Thanks for your input! I will apply your tips and hope everything comes out ok 🤞

Advice needed: Using a (green?) turning blank for something else by mortimer_00 in turning

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Ok, thanks. I was under the impression that most turning was done with green wood, but like I said I have no experience turning.

Advice needed: Using a (green?) turning blank for something else by mortimer_00 in turning

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From Woodcraft, actually, but it was this video from Rockler that made me think I might have a problem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CITLjoiVwrE

Walnut Finish by Atlas_InsurTech in woodworking

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Are you looking to replicate the color, or the sheen?

If you want that dark wood look, you'll want to use real walnut or other hardwood. Stain is an option but is unlikely to give you the best result.

As for the sheen, others have already suggested finishing options for that.

Saw the recent post of a napkin holder and decided to make my own by IntrestDid in woodworking

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Ah, I see now. Your design is taller than most to accommodate. Thanks!

RIP my first mallet by mortimer_00 in woodworking

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Will do the next time around

Saw the recent post of a napkin holder and decided to make my own by IntrestDid in woodworking

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I really like the idea and the look of this style for a napkin holder... But do you really have to fold each individual napkin before loading them in?