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I almost missed this one. Have an amazing day. The weather sure was cooperative.

Then I align the front, apply the hinges, and use a sawzall to cut the top and bottom 2x4s right in that tiny 1/8" gap. That way everything stays aligned perfectly once you cut the two sections apart. It took me a few years to figure this out, so I thought I'd pass it along.

Thought I'd share a little tip since I'm building and installing double gates on a trash can container. So I'm building a large bin to hold trash and recycling containers, as well as loose cardboard. This is for a bookstore we're building for a repeat client. I always get annoyed when two gates don't line up perfectly. And installing two gates and getting them to line up can be a pita, especially if your working alone. So some years back I developed a better way to do this. First I build the bin, then take the measurements for the opening where the two gates will live. Then I build the two gates as one unit. I make the top frame and bottom frame full length. I put in my rail supports, and leave a strong 1/8" between the middle rails. I've already started cladding the gate frame with reclaimed lumber, but you can see the small gap in between I'm referring to. After cladding the gates, I then set the gate assembly in place using shims at the bottom to ensure each side is level with the top of the bin walls.

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I can taste again after days of fighting a cold. Bacon, tomato, avocado and cheese omelet. Crispy, homemade hash browns, toast and an Earl Beige.

Yeah, not sure why so many woodworkers are wanna be stand-ups, but if the work is good I can overlook the bad humor. His work is pretty damned good.

As Al stated, I like KV. I've used them for 40 years or better and have had no issues. They make an undermount glide that IMO is a quality unit. https://www.cabinetparts.com/p/knape-and-vogt-drawer-slides-undermount-drawer-slides-KVMUVHDB27-p29674?gclid=Cj0KCQiAoY-PBhCNARIsABcz771LxncWljnBQEOzIxrRTzbrduGTPDsdskITdRUcCNQKdZYdcpOb5FAaAv51EALw_wcB

Brings back memories of putting woodscrews through my Cannondale Red Shred mountain bike tires, back in the 80's. I'd pick screws that were about 1/2" long, then screw them through the knobs of the tires, then put in a protective liner, then the tube. Worked great, with the added bonus of texturing your slippery, icy walkways.

I've used much of the Amazon Basics hardware lately, including doorknobs and deadbolts. I've been really happy with the quality. They are a bargain price, but even more important, they just work well. On the other hand, I've had nothing but problems with the uber expensive Emtek shit that the posers love to buy and namedrop. Baldwin is my fave, but these Amazon Basics are damned good for the $. On a different note, I've discovered a few new YouTube woodworkers worth watching. Bourbon Moth Woodworking and KJ Sawdust. BTW, The real Blum hardware is also excellent. The Bourbon Moth guy has some good tips on easy installation of their bottom mount drawer guides

It will always be one of my favorite drum solos, but as Antonio stated, it's nearly a perfect song. I turn it up every time I hear it.

Have an amazing day, filled with bacon, burgers and diet coke!

Now you're talking like a true wood-o-phile!

Not sure that I like the addition of the aviary background singers.

Pretty damned sweet. Your shut lines are perfection. Not an easy accomplishment. Is it going in your house?

RIP Ronnie.

Be careful, you're pretty far North. I can see armies of Canadian squirrels invading for those.

I have gone to school in -38 f. That's not the coldest weather I've been in though. That would be -65 f. To be honest, once you get below -35 f, there doesn't seem to be a lot of difference. The boogers in your nose freeze, and kind of hurt. Your jaw muscles are the first to numb, and therefore your mouth opens. That causes you to breath through your mouth, which in turn causes your breath to freeze your eyelashes together. Breathing in air that cold absolutely hurts.

Ah, that's a sight from my past that warms my heart. Drunk people passed out in the snow. Oh, wait, nevermind.

I notice there's always sliced banana with your curry dishes. Is that tradition? It's not something I've seen before, and was curious.

Well shit. So the gimp suit I just ordered won't be getting me any brownies?

What do masochist and sadist have to do with sugar? But I'd probably let somebody whip me for one of those brownies!

Crazy, fuckin' cool!

You used to love my technique!

BTW, I developed a great technique for whitewashed pine paneling, when I had to do an entire house. I bought 20 gallons of water based polyurethane (big house), then had the paint store tint it White and thoroughly mix it. A couple of samples and we got the amount of White tint just right. Then I used a Graco airless sprayer to apply. No whiping down needed, and no streaks. Sealed the walls great too.

If it were a kitchen or bathroom, where one might need to whipe down the walls now and then, I'd agree with a clear sealer. In your case it would be an unnecessary expense and labor. The watered down paint will hold up just fine. I speak from experience. Great job BTW! And I agree that it would be a sin to remove that beautiful patina from the floor.