Designs by Studio C - Latest Comments

Re: Build a Shallow Wall Cabinet | Designs by Studio C

Cher-Ann Texter — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 10:22:07 -0000

Hello! I used 1x6 pine for this project, then primed and painted it. Hope this helps!

Re: Build a Shallow Wall Cabinet | Designs by Studio C

Sandip Sengupta — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 01:07:00 -0000

Nice work! What kind of lumber (wood species) did you use?

Re: Ready for a New Desk? Give This One a Try…

Cher-Ann Texter — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 17:21:41 -0000

Hello! The drawer box itself measures 17-5/8” wide overall with a 20” depth. The drawer front measures 18-3/8”wide. Hope this helps!

Re: Ready for a New Desk? Give This One a Try…

Big man D — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:10:03 -0000

Why are the drawer fronts smaller than the drawer?

Re: The Best Tool for Tackling Outdoor Cleaning Jobs

EvelynnT — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:47:30 -0000

Thank you for this info, I really needed it to get the grime off my stairs. I recently hired professionals for window cleaning but when it came to treating my old wood deck I decided to tackle the work alone. That's why I'm grateful you shared this!

Re: Does Your Wheelbarrow Need New Handles? Make Them Yourself!

Greg T. — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:57:43 -0000

Me too, me too. I bought my pressure treated 2x4 at a smaller lumber yard for better service. They picked out a nice straight board and even ripped it for no extra charge. Try getting that at a Lowes or Home Depot, no go. I asked them to cut off 3 ft before ripping. I took the short piece home and cut the wedge shaped pieces from that. I bought some new bolts & nuts from bulk bins by the pound and saved on that too. Quite satisfying and proud as you were I'd guess.

Re: DIY 16 20 24 Plyo Box Plans | Designs by Studio C

Kevin Card — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 20:32:39 -0000

I built it yesterday and finished it today. Built from scrap plywood, that now has a good purpose. Thank you. Pics coming soon!

Re: Connecting an Outdoor sink Faucet to a Garden Hose

Cher-Ann Texter — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 13:45:10 -0000

Hi, Nancy!
That's a great tip about the RV hoses! I love my sink and just recently had to replace the faucet but after about 10 years, I can't complain!

Thanks so much for your kind words, and good luck with your project! Let me know if you have any questions!
Cher

Re: An Easy to Build Space-Saving Bench

Cher-Ann Texter — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 13:41:19 -0000

Hi, Tom!
Thank you for taking the time to comment on the plans. Let's break it down step by step so I can address your concerns...

1. You said. "First on your bill of materials it calls for no 1 1/2" wide boards, yet on the drawing for step 1 it shows two 1 1/2" wide stretchers, so that causes the demimsions in the drawing to be wrong. "

The lumber list does call out 1-1/2" boards in the form of 1x2s which are actually 3/4" x 1-1/2". If you are unfamiliar with nominal vs. dimensional lumber sizes, I suggest taking a look at this site: https://www.barplan.com/lum... which explains it in detail and includes a chart for reference. Therefore, the dimensions in the plans I drew are correct.

2. You said, "Second, the the bill of materials or cut list calls for 3" wide slats but when applied in step 3 the slats would be below the top hole on the front legs, so that will not work."

Refer to the lumber chart I suggested above. The 3" slats are 1x3s that actually measure 3/4" x 2-1/2".

3. You said, "Third the cut list call for 3" wide seat slates according to step 7 the seat fram is only 181/2" wide."

Again, please refer to the lumber chart I suggested in #1. That would make the seat frame 18" wide. With 6 slats at 2-1/2" wide with 5/8" spacing between them (notice that the plans state "approximately 5/8" spacing"), that would be 18-3/4" which allows for 3/4" extra which is the overhang at the front of the seat frame.

4. You said, "There are more errors and l will not elaborate."

There are no other errors in the plans. The only errors I see are the spelling errors in your comment. Remember, spell check is your friend.

5. You said, "If you are going to have plans and you say you made this from the plans something is wrong!!!!!!!!!

You need to fix if you are going to make claims and post it.

How many other of your planns are flawed??????"

My other plans, outside of general human mistakes, are not flawed. In fact, in your case, it would be very beneficial to you to take the time to understand lumber sizes and woodworking in general before you post claims like these, or before attempting to build anything. ALL plans are written with lumber sizes this way, and will be noted if it is different. Maybe you could print the lumber chart I referenced, laminate it, and carry it with you to avoid further confusion.

Good luck with any projects you may take on.

Re: An Easy to Build Space-Saving Bench

Tom — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 12:17:08 -0000

I down loaded your plans and l have no idea how you could have possibly made the bench from the plans. First on your bill of materials it calls for no 1 1/2" wide boards, yet on the drawing for step 1 it shows two 1 1/2" wide stretchers, so that causes the demimsions in the drawing to be wrong. Second, the the bill of materials or cut list calls for 3" wide slats but when applied in step 3 the slats would be below the top hole on the front legs, so that will not work. Third the cut list call for 3" wide seat slates according to step 7 the seat fram is only 181/2" wide.
There are more errors and l will not elaborate.

If you are going to have plans and you say you made this from the plans something is wrong!!!!!!!!!

You need to fix if you are going to make claims and post it.

How many other of your planns are flawed??????

Re: Connecting an Outdoor sink Faucet to a Garden Hose

Nancy Barbour — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 16:52:48 -0000

Yes! Just what I was looking for. Thank you so much for posting this guide. I am sure I will be using it soon. We just got our first barbecue, and with the big new shed, I expected to be doing more (and easier) gardening. I wanted an outdoor sink for potting things, and now, I really will need it for cleaning barbecue grills. Your plan is easy to disconnect for the winter and a simple cover will make the sink and counter stay nice until good weather comes again. I am looking at pre-used solid surface countertops on Craigslist. Sinks, too. I figure that with any really dirty wastewater I can just let debris float to the surface of the bucket and skim off, or settle to the bottom and pour off. Keeps the dirt and such out of my plumbing inside. I loved your sink stand plan, as well.

One tip: you can get potable water hoses at an RV supplier to use the faucet for drinking water.

Re: Thread a Pipe for a Lamp – DIY Tutorial

Cher-Ann Texter — Wed, 17 May 2023 15:03:22 -0000

Hi, Mark! It has been so long ago that I've forgotten what size I used. It's going to be either 1/4-27 NPT or 1/8-27 NPT. I found this one on Amazon: https://a.co/d/7tXPWam As far as tapping at the same size, I honestly do not know though the taps and dies are cheap enough on Amazon, that it would be worth experimenting. If I can find my die, I will reply with the part number! Hope this helps!

Re: Thread a Pipe for a Lamp – DIY Tutorial

Mark — Tue, 16 May 2023 21:20:51 -0000

What the part number to order the die?
Also, do they a tap the same size?

Thank you,

Mark
Prescott, Arizona

Re: Time to Give a Sewing Machine a Makeover

Cher-Ann Texter — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 12:18:56 -0000

Hi, Bev! Great question... Shellac yellows over time and may not be a good choice for some but that would be up to the individual "finisher"! Hope this helps!

Re: Time to Give a Sewing Machine a Makeover

Bev M. — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 06:53:20 -0000

Why not finish your paint job with spray shellac?

Re: Build a Shed with Old Doors – Part Three

Cher-Ann Texter — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:16:09 -0000

Hello! The post can be found here: https://designsbystudioc.co... Hope this helps!

Re: Build a Shed with Old Doors – Part Three

ljp — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 21:09:42 -0000

Where is the final post?

Re: Time to Give a Sewing Machine a Makeover

Cher-Ann Texter — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 15:20:16 -0000

Hi, Dave! To be honest, not long after I painted this machine, I gave it to a friend who did not have one. She said the paint has held up very well, and she uses it quite often. I'm glad you found the tutorial helpful, and I am looking forward to seeing your completed project! Have fun with it!

Re: Time to Give a Sewing Machine a Makeover

Dave — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:29:03 -0000

I am not expecting any answers here, but on the off chance I do get a reply, I'm putting this question forward

How well has the paint held up over time, particularly with the machine's bed. I have a "brutalized" Kenmore all metal 1970's machine I must paint (I cannot live with the trash heap look of it, it's really badly scratched all over from someone clearly not taking care of it.

Seeing as I am in Canada, only three appliance paint colours are available to me. Black, White and Gunmetal. None of these options are an option. Black...done to death. White...boring and, well, boring. Gunmetal, nope, may as well be black.

I want to paint a really cool design using a few colours. I also want the original gloss that is still evident on bits and pieces of the machine. Seeing as so few people actually paint their machines (properly), I wondered how yours is holding out? Do you sew a lot?

I would like to follow your example if I can, but I'll wet sand in between each coat (sand to the metal, then Bondo as there are metal gouges), then when it's all completely hardened (thirty days as a rule I was told), clear coat, to seal in the finish.

Seeing as appliance paint is off the table, the only available options for me is your method, or using a metal epoxy paint (non spray), but that is less than appealing as no amount of sanding is going to give a high gloss sheen without some sort of brush stroke or...you get the idea. Basically, I want to make it into a statement piece, one that's fully usable.

Seeing as I cannot powder coat it, and paint that needs to be baked is a little too expensive (and I am not sure breathing in that fume is a good idea as the only source is my oven), I am kind of at a loss as to what to do, and hope to read how well your machine's surfaces have held up.

Thank you for your time, and for the tutorial. It helps quite a bit.

Re: New Plan! An Easy to Build Shoe Storage Bench

Cher-Ann Texter — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 14:41:04 -0000

Hi, Charlie! The 3/4" width is to allow for the thickness of the corresponding piece to fit into it. Does that make sense? Hope this helps!

Re: New Plan! An Easy to Build Shoe Storage Bench

Charlie LaMarca — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 14:31:56 -0000

in the pictures where you show how long the notches need to be. it indicates 6" for the divider pieces and the dividers, but then there is another notch of 3/4", what does this represent?
thank you

Re: DIY 16 20 24 Plyo Box Plans | Designs by Studio C

Michael Simon — Sat, 05 Nov 2022 04:12:14 -0000

A friend gave me some old PE mats, so I'm going to cut them open try and turn it into a soft plyo box. Will post a pic if it works!

Re: DIY 16 20 24 Plyo Box Plans | Designs by Studio C

Cher-Ann Texter — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:16:25 -0000

That’s so awesome! My apologies for the error but so glad you were able to get it built!

Re: DIY 16 20 24 Plyo Box Plans | Designs by Studio C

Michael Simon — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 14:10:16 -0000

I made it today, so thank you for the plan anyway! Nearly lost my mind when i realised i needed two more cuts lol. Super sturdy though, going to get loads of use out of it. Incidentally I used OSB rather than ply, not as pretty but cheaper. Thanks again!

Re: A Corner Base Cabinet for a Kitchen Remodel

Cher-Ann Texter — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 14:07:08 -0000

Is it a cabinet in the corner with another cabinet on one side? Am I understanding correctly?