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John The Handyman
United Kingdom
Приєднався 6 чер 2020
Welcome to my channel dedicated to woodworking, making things, house building, and the occasional review.
My Charity Walk needs £25!
Tomorrow, Sunday 12th May 2024, I am one of 5925 walkers raising money for The Royal Marsden Hospital. It's a world leading hospital treating cancer patients.
I need just £25 more in donations for me to be able to give a grand total of £1000 to the charity.
I am DOUBLING all your donations and a further £25 once I double it will take me to £1000!
Donate here and please tick the Gift Aid Box and our Government will add 25% extra at no cost to yourselves.
march.royalmarsden.org/fundraisers/johnmildred
Thank you in advance.
P.S. You can still donate after the event
I need just £25 more in donations for me to be able to give a grand total of £1000 to the charity.
I am DOUBLING all your donations and a further £25 once I double it will take me to £1000!
Donate here and please tick the Gift Aid Box and our Government will add 25% extra at no cost to yourselves.
march.royalmarsden.org/fundraisers/johnmildred
Thank you in advance.
P.S. You can still donate after the event
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Any tips on cleaning the underneath of the steel case post use would be appreciated
Hi, firstly I tip the machine onto its right side. This ensures the air filter doesn't get oil in it. Then I use an old kitchen scrubbing brush to clean out the underside. Finally I give the metalwork a spray with an oil that's intended for hedge trimmers. It supposedly helps to break down the green stuff. I'm sure that WD40 would be just as good. AGEALUBE Bio Hedge Trimmer blade Spray 400ml Resin Remover And Lubricant
Thanks. Very informative.
Great video and mercifully short and concise. Although I would have liked to see the top coat being applied
Thank you. I'm pleased you liked it. I didn't think it necessary to show the top coat as it looks the same as the primer/undercoat being applied. It also helped to keep the video short.
I’ve been trying all week to get a decent finish in my Mdf doors. I’ve tried single lines all in the same direction, random directions and a mixture and it looks terrible. I get lines and I get different finishes no matter what I try? I’ve tried foam and mohair mini rollers. I’m using latex (COAT) eggshell. Any tips? I’m now going to have to start again with a new piece of Mdf!
Sorry to hear that you are having such trouble. I've no idea what your latex (COAT) eggshell paint is but can only suggest that you use a water based paint and a foam roller with a rounded end which is less likely to leave lines. Roll the paint out more and use a light touch.
@ It’s a water based eggshell. I’ve tried foam and mohair rollers. I’ve tried again with new MDF and the primer and it’s not too bad now. Perhaps it’s down to it being a very dark colour?
@@CarFinanceSimplified That's really strange as I've never had this issue and I recently painted a piece of furniture in a very dark green which went on well. I can't think what causing the problem.
Its Colin Robinson...😊
it's a lot easier when you have a twin to help.
It certainly is!😊
I clean mine after every cut and spray it with something that's supposed to break down the green stuff. It's much like an oil.
I'm pleased it's going to be useful. By the way, I think I used a very worn 180 grit sandpaper on it. A new piece of 220 grit would be about right, too. I forgot to say what grit I was using in the video!
I am about to paint some MDF. Thanks for the advice this is just for me.
I wonder if he ever found his glove
I did! 😀
Which sandpaper make and what grit of sandpaper did you ask John, if you don't mind my asking ? (Alan)
Hello Alan, I think I used Oakey sandpaper. I buy it by the roll from Toolstation or Screwfix. I believe the grit was 120, but it was quite a well worn piece. Probably 220 would be best if it's a new sheet. You don't want to remove too much paint! I'm very gentle rubbing the surfaces down.
@@JohnTheHandymanUK Thanks for the info John, very good of you.
Pro tip, lay off your final coat with a new unused ( no paint) foam roller for a perfect finish
I'll try that one day.
I just wanna know how did you get the Home Office to build you a shed 😊
I have friends in high places!🤫
Looks neat good job lad
Thank you, it's getting there! There should be a build series on this on UA-cam one day.
I thought you had super sun burnt hands for a second
A lot of the problem is using ring shank nails as when the joists shrink your left with movement between chipboard and joist and when you stand on the floor the chipboard squeaks up and down on the ring shank nail, even though your joists might shrink and a normal nail was used then the squeaking wouldn't be so bad, i wouldnt remove the floor at all, i would remove the nails and use a heavy screw the same length as the nail, make sure that the threads of the screws dont go the full length of the screw as you might end up with the same problem as the ring shank nails, make sure the top half of the screw is smooth where the depth of chipboard is.
Never mind which bracket or TV we buy or use together the TV ends up with a slight slant to the one side ..? And as I am a guy with what is known as a lvl eye it drives me nuts lol, So what named brackets are you using here..?
I bought this from Amazon. www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B07W7HDWVQ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title The tiltcouldd be oneoff these things. Try tightening the lock nuts just a tiny amount to eliminate free play I suspect your TV is heavier one side than the other so if possible slide it slightly one way on the rear brackets to shift it's centre of balance. The bracket I used doesn't suffer this issue and you can do this. I hope you get it sorted.
There is a chance that it would so I did foil tape all the joints
will the moisture come into the wood if you don't tape the studs ?
Great video!
Thank you very much. 😊
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Lovely video but at 4:27 the metal deck was the downfall of many of these mowers. I know some don't look after them but fibreglass would've been better imo 5:16 first pull since last season? I assume fresh petrol and it was properly winterized. Ie run dry etc? I got an hrg465 sde c1 for free on a free cycle group. It had a hole in the deck. I patched up with mesh and fibreglass used for a year then sold for a hundred pounds 😂. I bought another so called non starter for twenty pounds. They had the fuel line turned off 😂 Sold that for 150. Just bought an hrg415 sde c1 thirty pounds. Lovely mower but slight surface rust. I'll rub down and use kurust then spray over. Nothing perfect but it'll do. I often think about going down the electric or battery route but still bargains to be had. Unfortunately I heard honda aren't making petrol ones now
Thanks for the compliment. Yes, the decks do eventually rust so I'm told. I try and brush off any damp grass and then I spray the metalwork with a fluid used on hedge cutters. Sorry I don't remember the name. It's supposed to break down the green stuff. Re: the petrol...no I don't drain the tank over winter. There is no need as I use ASPEN an alkalide petrol. It doesn't go off over time and the exhaust fumes don't smell either. It's an excellent fuel. I think that I mentioned this. Well done with your purchases, bargains. It's a shame if Honda are stopping making petrol mowers.
@@JohnTheHandymanUK oh yes I read you said agealube bio.. Sounds good stuff. Abd definitely a good idea. I suppose keep clean and wd40 would be better than nothing.. Hrx decks are made from polymer. A type of plastic and last forever. Expensive kit though. My old used ones will suffice for what I need them for anyway I see they sell Aspen on amazon forty pounds for 5l..that's eight pounds a litre so far more expensive than a litre of ordinary fuel now about £1:38P .but I suppose if convenience is a premium then that's ok.. Best of luck
The reason I bought this one is because of the metal deck. Flimsy fibreglass decks don't stand a chance against my full of stones lawn.
Another idea that I use is to get a marker pen and write on the floorboards the direction of water pipes before putting the carpets back.
Yes, it's a great idea. I've done that in the past but forgot this time!
which one is it? Don't screw through carpet, but ok to run a circular saw or a multitool? Is it easier to screw at a cable or pipe or catch it with a circular saw?
If I understand your questions....It's fine to run a circular saw as the teeth barely protrude through the floor. Any cables and pipes ought to be below the teeth so won't be damaged. Screwing through the carpet is a definite "don't do" as you run the risk of hitting a pipe or cable.
Thanks John. Lovely video. Very clear and concise. After obsessing over my decision for the best part of a week, I found this video and hunted down a second hand (3 year old) one in Galway. It looks and mows like it's brand new. I'm delighted to hear your experience with it over the years has been positive. Thanks again
@alandevine6961 I'm pleased you liked the video, and thanks for the compliment. Well done on finding a second-hand one. May I suggest that you use an alkalyd petrol, Aspen is one make. I've used nothing else in mine. Alkalyd petrol is more expensive but it won't go off in the tank which is important over winter. There is no need to drain the tank, and it'll start with no problems in the spring. If the price of Aspen puts you off, just think you'll be saving on maintenance costs when it won't start and you take it to a dealer!
@@JohnTheHandymanUK Thanks again! Yet more invaluable advice. I'll find that alkalyd petrol 👍
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Why put the nasty ugly carpet back down ?
Because the homeowners didn't want to replace it just yet. It wasn't too bad; it was just the edges looking grubby.
Did you not think to cut the grass first or are you just stupid? You obviously dont know a thing about lawncare and the designer of this machine is also stupid because the red side vents just clog up with debris and are not removeable lol what a joke
Thank you can I please ask about sanding. Do you sand all over between all coats or just the edges? Many thanks. Emma
Hello Emma, sorry I didn't make this clear in the video. Yes, I did sand very lightly all over. I hope this helps. John.
Stihl is better overal.
I have a 28 year old Honda 536 Hrd and a Stihl RM448 TX, both start first pull but Stihl gives a lot of smoke many times. Even when it was new. The Honda doesn't even get maintained a lot.
Stihl has good chainsaws but honda rules in lawnmowers
Thanks for sharing
@@solangeherault7038 You are very welcome.
Would it perhaps be a good idea to give a warning re load-bearing walls?
A very professional video sir.
Thank you very much. I'm pleased you enjoyed it. 🙂
Not helpful The brand and exact type of paint used is the most critical part of doing MDF correctly you don't mention the topcoat's brand name or show the can- come on- just show a close-up of you use people are tired of watching videos and being incomplete. You can't possibly tell me any satin pain is going to work as good as something else. Not helpful
Sorry you didn't find the video as helpful as it should have been. The brand I used is Leyland. Both the acrylic primer/ undercoat and the satin finish are water based and yes probably any satin finish will do the job well.
I'm seriously considering doing this in my house. I'd also like to level my floors afterwards. Any tips or suggestions would be great.
It's not an easy job and there are still quite a few squeaky areas in the floor that I did. I think much of it comes from where the chipboard runs under the stud walls. I think bottom of the walls rub on the floor. If you think your issue is the same try removing the skirting board, drill 5mm holes at a downward angle through the bottom timber, don't go through the floor, and try squirting a PU foaming glue down the holes. With luck the glue will foam up and expand to fill the pesky gaps. I've not tried this but seen someone who has and I believe it worked.
Thanks for the response
Which model is this
It's the HRH 466 I think. The model is written in the video's description.
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Yes I agree, don't be put off by the price. It's good that your Honda is still working well.
Hi! Not sure you reply to old videos, but if you do, how do I paint a board that’s not new, it’s got all kinds 0f paint residue on it, and some edges have lost paint, just normal wear and tear of a work table. Is it even worth trying to make it smooth surfaces again?
Hi, I think this depends on what kind of surface finish is already on the table. If it's painted then I'd rub it down well with 120 then 240 grit sandpaper, wipe the surface clean and apply a primer then a topcoat. You can buy Multi Surface Paints, Bedec is one brand. This might work well with a couple of coats. This approach might work if it's stained.
You are my go to guy
Thank you. 😊
Out of interest, why did you put back down the old floor after cutting through the tongue and groove? I am doing similar for my floor soon but replacing the chipboard.
There was no reason not to reuse them. The edges still are supported by the joists with sufficient board to accommodate the screws.
I appreciate what you did for your grandchildren, but we, as Arabs and Muslims, have a method of dyeing that preserves the MDF board for a long time.In the beginning, we sand the board with fine sand, then we take a little zinc powder, we dissolve it in the thinner, then we take a little oil dye, mix them well, paint it, and after it dries completely, we sand it and smooth it. Then we take again the Londoy paste, which is known as wall paste, and add zinc to it, as well as oil dye, a little white glue, and a very small amount of thinner, and mix them well Then, after complete drying, we sand it and smooth it, and finally we paint it with oil dye in any color we want. These stages give the MDF unit a longer lifespan and a good marble texture. 😊
The correct amounts for the second putty for the second stage are: 6 parts Speedage or wall putty + 2 parts zinc white + 1 part glue + 1 part linseed oil + a little water instead of thinner, as I mentioned in the comment for stage 2. While the thinner should be used in the first stage in a ratio of 2 parts to 1 part
That sounds fascinating. I've never heard of a method like this. Thank you for sharing it. 😊
@@JohnTheHandymanUK You're welcome. You can try this on a piece of wooden MDF. Did you read the second comment about the proportions that should be used? I can contact you and provide you with something useful to understand everything I told you
Amazing thank you so much so wellnexplained
Thanks for your comment it's very kind of you. Much appreciated. 😃
Would bees wax work as a lubricant on those vertical boards under the floor planks?
If you mean the joists then bees wax might work. I can't really say how successful it would be.
Hi I have a Honda izy easy start I have an issue with it it keeps surging I have taken off the carburettor and cleaned the jets and needles and everything else so I put it back together runs amazing for 10 minutes then the surging starts again can you help thanks
Hi, I'm sorry but I can't help you with your problem. It's not something I've heard of. Is there a fuel filter? Maybe it's blocked and needs cleaning or replacing. You are probably best to take it to a dealer who does servicing, buy maybe ask their advice first. I hope that you can solve the problem.
Beautiful work❤❤❤❤
Thank you. 😃
I was watching this video to see how to stop the swiveling. Despite the video being advertised as to how to stop swiveling what a waste of time
That's funny, thanks. 😁. There wasn't space in the title to add "to a wall".
brilliant!
Thank you.
Excellent video and a great job! Proposing to do exactly this with my own dining room/kitchen wall. I’ve just moved to this home, and my kitchen has a small window that doesn’t bring a lot of natural light. Borrowed light seems to be the way forward.
Thank you, and good luck with yours.
Tip..a hollow gasket punch also enables you to get at the nail heads.