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hanging theater curtains semi-circle under the front cornice [closed]
I have a theatre for marionettes and the front stage is like a semi-circle cornice. I am trying to figure out how to traverse curtains on a semi-round rod I made of a coat hanger. It does not work and ...
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What is a good finish for a plywood benchtop?
I just completed a simple workbench using dimensional lumber. The top is 3/4" plywood. What is a good—preferably clear—finish that would harden it and protect it from dings and scratches?
I found an ...
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How to determine the correct capacity for a sub-panel for a shop?
I plan to install a sub-panel for my woodworking shop, and would like to determine the total capacity that should supply that sub-panel. These are the main items that will likely be running in the ...
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Can I use a shop-vac for dust collection in a workshop?
I have a small workshop with a palm sander and a table saw. Both have dust collection ports and I'd like to take advantage of that. I've only seen short glimpses of dust collection systems on ...
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How can I add 100 amp electrical service to a shop?
I am going to wire my shop and want ot run #2 copper to a 100amp breaker panel. I really do not have the space in the 200 amp panel in the house, my question - is there a way to pull this wire off the ...
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Looking for a Standing Table [closed]
I'm trying to find a standing table, on which to put my computer and whatnot. It would ideally have locking wheels to let me roll it around a little. And it would also have an adjustable table top, ...
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Does it make sense to try mounting the jigsaw onto the table?
I'm trying to get my shop completed for hobbyist woodworking. I own a jigsaw that's very useful, but I'd like to be able to attach it to a table-like surface (still don't got a pro-table, I'm using a ...
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Building a Work Area in the Basement - Requesting Feedback
I am a new homeowner of about 2 months now. I have not done much in the way of home repair before now, but I do find that I am quite capable so far. My largest project so far was the re-tiling of my ...
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Should pegboard be part of the workbench or attached to the wall behind the workbench?
Is it better to buy a workbench with the pegboard back included or to buy an inexpensive workbench and install the pegboard back on the wall?
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Would running a band saw or cnc machine in my basement be safe?
I'd like to get a band saw and drill press but I don't have room in my garage so I'd like to put it in my basement. The problem is I don't have any ventilation to remove sawdust so would having it in ...
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Is there a thermostat-controlled corn heater sized for a shop/garage?
I'm looking for a way to heat my 4-car garage. Two bays are for cars, one is for the mower and other items, one is my workshop.
I live in Minnesota, with very cold winters, so a heater is necessary ...
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What would be the best configuration for casters for a workbench?
I'm planning to build a movable workbench and I was curious what the best setup for casters would be. I was thinking 1 locking at each corner, but that looks a bit overkill. Are two locking casters ...
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Can I plug a workbench mounted double gang outlet into a single gang wall outlet?
I'm thinking about building a workbench on one side of my garage, but I need more outlets for all of my tools. I'm not planning on running everything at once, I just don't want to keep unplugging ...
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Where can I find garage building plans?
If I wanted to build a detached garage/workshop, where can I find complete, detailed plans? I'd like to be able to estimate building cost from a materials list.
I'm not certain what style I'd want, ...
