it seems too thick for a laminated plastic (1-2mm) and too bendable for a wood vernier. I might be able to peel it off with my hairdryer melting the glue (i think). If the peeling works, I'll just use a 220 sand grit to smooth it out, a coat of primer and paint. My only worry is that some might easily come out and some won't. There's curves and carves and the top layer is vacuum sucked into it so its rather sturdy. Its also very mid-century so I can't quite tell if its a wood vernier lamination or a plastic, but i want to give it a monotonous and modern vibe.
I have a few more question, hope that's ok!
1. Are spray guns a game changer when it comes to painting ? I might be itching for an excuse to buy it but also keeping a close eye on budget and a good old roller might do the trick. Can spray guns be used to paint home doors and walls as well ?
2. If I were to get a wood cutter, are there anything less scary than a table saw ? I might have watched too many Quentin Tarantino movies - this scares the shit out of me.
3. Based on your experience do you have personal preference between plywood, MDF, blockboards and why ? I prefer ply or layers of blocks over chipboards (MDF), but a lot of furniture makers seem to love MDF
If i were to build this pantry, what wood combinations would you recommend? Also any tips and tricks on cabinet making is very much appreciated!
These are all weekend projects hence will be a slow progress. I appreciate the input very much!
I haven't forgot about your questions. I will answer some in a video this weekend, the others written. Just been a little sidetracked. Thank you for all the good questions. I have been enjoying them! Cheers!
No worries, take your time, and thank you. Iām trying to squeeze these for the weekends too.
Iāve been watching Jeffās videos (link below) for kitchen cabinets and he gives no brainer tips that have been helpful. Iāll be painting the walls first, followed by the cabinets. After that Iāll build a simple solid wood shelf, another plywood shelf with rattan webbing on the doors and a pegboard inside to hold pots and utensils. Thus far Iām able to keep it all under $250!
But I might need one of those skill saws thatās less scarier than a table saw. And Iāll likely have to skip the spray paint tool to stay within budget š
https://youtu.be/6R9HKvGxbR0
This weekend I will hopefully film a video that goes over another one of your questions, beginning wood working tools. The skilsaw is one of them. With the right blade you can do alot of cuts with it. This is a video I have been wanting to do as others have asked.
The one thing I would suggest is use oil based paint on your cabinets. It gives a much tougher and smoother finish than water based. It depends on your comfort level with the paint and project.
I'd love that. I think my Christmas wishlist is going to be a long list of tools after this video is out!
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The laminate sounds tricky. It sounds like some sort of plastic overlay. It may be a pain to strip. I would suspect that you could clean with TSP and used a good oil based primer and water based or oil based topcoat paint. It makes me nervous that you said it was vacuum formed on. It sounds like a possible disaster. Let me know what you think?
I am contemplating getting it replaced altogether, maybe keep the doors and turn it into a cabinet (someday). i spoke to another carpenter locally and he had your exact feedback. It might be cheaper to have them changed compared to the damage and repair post-damage of an amateur enthusiast =)
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Thank you, appreciate the tips. Checking for types of wood and suitability for stain/paint is an important part of the process . Groove, dado or a rabbet would be challenging with a jig saw hence contemplating a good olā fashion direct drill and pocket holes, or maybe holes and dowels or a 3 in 1 housing bold and nut . Tho drawers are a pain! Jigs tend to make hinges error free, and maybe a couple of dowel to make the bottle holders for the doors.Ā Thanks!
Your welcome. Yes the dados and rabbets are impossible with a jig saw. However, I have been thinking of your situation. They do have smaller circular saws that may work for you. They would be easier to manage in the beginning and later would be very handy to have. Maybe 4 1/2ā blade. Some are cordless. I think the trick would be getting a good quality blade. Blades always make the difference. I think you could very carefully nibble out the rabbet with the saw and a good straight edge.
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I have to more videos shot answering the rest of your questions.
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