Recent content by Krispy77

Putting it in a bucket of warm water for 10 mins won't do any harm either. Just don't immerse it! :D

Same here but with clear water. What's better about soapy water? A case of clean as you go??

I think you just answered your own question bud! :D

That's what I though. Pi$$ poor excuse.

I need to find this ebay seller with the cheap deals Becka! :shock:

Cheers Dec, there are 1 or 2 knots in there too. Would a thin coat of oil based undercoat first be advisable? Cheers

Cheers Dec, They previously emulsioned. Was thinking white water based satinwood (to avoid yellowing) as top coat. I've got some wood on the chimney breast that I want the same as the dado. Seems stained and doesn't feel varnished. Here's pic.

After sanding, what product is best to fill dents etc in things like dado rails? Only ever used powder filler for walls etc but i'm guessing wood filler is a better option. Could someone point me in the right direction. Nothing ridiculously expensive though. Cheers :D

I use a little and dip my finger in washing up liquid/water mix. Gives a smooth finish and it doesn't stick to your finger so much!

Sorry to piggy back this thread but just had a 1mx1m part of wall re plastered. I'm lining and painting. Could I size the new plaster a few times to seal it instead of using thinned emulsion??

As long as the problems that actually caused the damp in the first place has been sorted. A couple of thinned down coats of oil based undercoat should do the trick. Cheaper too. :D

Sounds good to me. :D

Opps, you're right with silicone carbide. Should have said that and not presumed. Works a treat every time.

Fair play, i'm guessing it's old woodwork that will need a decent rub down first as the old owners probably slapped it on. Note the word 'usually' in the paragraph as there are lots of variables. P60 will strip it right back but i'm sure you meant P600 as that's a fine grade. Not sure...

It's bare so cheers for that Joe.