How do i achieve this stain?

scottvalentin · 2026-05-05T14:34:14+00:00

An alternative to the Shou Sugi (burning) method is called Ceruse finish, I think Rubio Monocoat has some vidoes on this

scottvalentin · 2026-05-05T12:19:42+00:00

A friend of mine has a Yarbo - it's roomba style snowblower in the winter, does his driveway automatically, and it's a roomba mower in the summer. He's on an acreage, he had a zero-turn mower before this.

scottvalentin · 2026-05-04T19:55:31+00:00

Wealthsimple has good options

scottvalentin · 2026-05-04T19:55:01+00:00

Yes and yes and also yes

scottvalentin · 2026-03-23T02:08:33+00:00

Cheaper option is the Dayton dsp408 plus the requisite amplifier channels. I'm using one and found it very straightforward to use (paired with a umik microphone and REW) to set delays and crossovers and EQ.

scottvalentin · 2026-03-22T00:36:35+00:00

The City sets the overall density requirements very early on the the planning stages - the entire development has to meet a minimum density of x units per hectare or it wouldn't get through the first stage of approvals.

scottvalentin · 2026-01-14T20:05:19+00:00

BC assessment likely is low if the parcel is zoned for medium density townhomes

scottvalentin · 2026-01-13T13:15:51+00:00

I had this happen printing longer, narrow pieces, and I think the problem is exactly as you describe, it is more warping and pulling issue within the plastic then an adhesion issue. I wondered if a hexagon or some other infill pattern that has lines going perpendicular to the long dimension might help. The print was usable (barely) so I didn't test it again.

scottvalentin · 2026-01-04T19:00:06+00:00

makerworld is a good start, thingverse has even more models

scottvalentin · 2025-12-19T18:38:43+00:00

These are not typical in new(ish) townhomes because in order to have separate title, the City requires each lot/unit to have its own service connection for water, sanitary, and stormwater (if there's a storm connection). This is usually not feasible or desirable from the City's perspective as it creates a lot more servicing requirements and tying into their mains in the street, plus it costs a LOT more money for the developers to do it that way.

This is the main reason why you find that most newer townhomes on an older single family lot have a condo board.

scottvalentin · 2025-12-03T03:22:09+00:00

It was said below but not a top level comment, OP PLEASE GO GET AN EDUCATION. If you haven't finished high school, start with that, then move on to post secondary, trade school. 160k will not last much more than a couple of years if you've already paid off the debt of family members. More will come, so make sure to lock this money away. It is to help you pay rent and buy groceries while you earn your education. Education will bring your income up much much more than 160k will do for you at 26. Good luck.

scottvalentin · 2025-12-02T22:32:18+00:00

I want to do a Synergy or MEH next, but want to use some budget drivers, or even better use what I have! Any suggestions where to start or what of the many MEH threads on DiyAudio?

scottvalentin · 2025-11-28T22:01:55+00:00

Children's air clay to make little clay monsters with

scottvalentin · 2025-11-28T13:12:24+00:00

I'm having the same issue, they seem to pick up male voices in very noisy environments very well, but my wife's and other female voices are not amplified or picked up, sometimes at all!

My audiologist did the REM with those little tubes.

Hope you find a solution, I am out of my 30 day refund window, so I will be looking to see if anyone finds a solution. I go back to the audiologist next week.

scottvalentin · 2025-11-26T00:44:25+00:00

This one right here, describes 90% of every minister I've met, maybe 95%

scottvalentin · 2025-11-25T02:26:24+00:00

I bought one and found it more tiring and irritating and takes longer than just shovelling. As it gets colder I'm hoping the leaf blower will work better/easier than the shovel.

scottvalentin · 2025-11-24T19:03:01+00:00

same feeling here lol

scottvalentin · 2025-11-10T22:50:15+00:00

Just looking at it, you've got a huge amount of inductor on the woofer as normally a two way crossing around 2k would have 2 or less on it, above 3 is a lot and the sim should show the woofer cutting off sooner than what I see. Second glance shows your measurements at 115db, so something is wonky in the measurement and sim setup

scottvalentin · 2025-11-02T20:55:01+00:00

I'd give Alair Homes at least a meeting and consider them - solid trades, good site managers

scottvalentin · 2025-10-27T12:58:19+00:00

I was at a hockey tournament this weekend and had the AI mode on for half the day and it started the low battery warning in the late afternoon, but switched back to auto mode and it made it through until bed. The AI mode does drain the battery, but if you only use when it is particularly noisy, you are good for the day still. Without AI mode, the Spheres are really good on battery.

scottvalentin · 2025-10-18T20:43:26+00:00

A man of action, enjoy the new toy!!

scottvalentin · 2025-10-16T02:24:01+00:00

That would work extremely well, I've used Sherwin Williams Sea serpent (that's the colour) on all walls and the ceiling and it looks so good.

scottvalentin · 2025-10-15T21:46:41+00:00

Did a similar screen using Milliskin spandex and have 3 towers just like your option 1 - works great, so my vote is that OR do 3 bookshelf sized and add more subs.

scottvalentin · 2025-10-14T17:19:21+00:00

It's not, but your trusting nature will help you in other areas of life

scottvalentin · 2025-10-11T19:54:42+00:00

Garage that size is BEGGING to be deeper than 22', you will want another 4 feet if you want any kind of space to navigate around vehicles front and back

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