Builds, repairs, tools, materials and before-and-after projects, including the mistakes that teach the most.
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Share what you are making, what failed and what you would change. Advice should account for materials, tools and skill level rather than assuming a perfect workshop.
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Show the build. Materials, dimensions, tools and progress photos make critique useful.
Mistakes are part of the post. Say what failed and what you would change rather than hiding the rough parts.
Use tools safely. Do not recommend bypassing guards or other basic safety practices.
Our laminate table has a chipped front edge that catches on sleeves. The rest of the surface is fine, so replacing the table for a thumb-sized defect seems wasteful. I could fill and color-match the chip, then seal it, b...
I have leftover shelving boards and four small casters from another project. I'd like to turn them into a narrow rolling cart for cleaning supplies, preferably with two shelves and a handle. The main concern is wobble; i...