Hardware Podcasts

Episode 162: An eyeball, tongue, ear and 2 big thumbs

Making It · 30 Mar 2018 · 1h 11m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss a variety of maker topics, starting with Jimmy's home renovation struggles involving asbestos and lead. The conversation shifts to David's blacksmithing workshop in Montana, where he learned to use power hammers and forged tools under the guidance of Brent Bailey. The hosts then dive into a detailed technical discussion on wood finishing, comparing sanding grits, polyurethane, shellac, and spray paints like Montana and Rust-Oleum.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Brent Bailey Forge, Home Depot, Hobby Lobby, Michael's, ConvertKit
Products
Montana, Krylon, Rust-Oleum, Minwax, General Finishes, Micromesh, Plutonium, Liquid Tex, Pantone
Also
Merwin Music, Artismia

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