Dale Vine drops into Carbatec to get our advice on some projects he's been dreaming of. We begin by talking to Dale about setting up his workspace and the importance of selecting the right tools for the job.
Dale creates some small and simple rustic picture frames from recycled hardwood.
Dale creates a simple display shelf for over a bed and mounts it to his wall with a traditional French Cleat.
Join Dale as he puts together two simple plywood solutions to keep damp jackets and muddy shoes out of the house. This type of carcass construciton can be applied to all manner of shelving, storage units and cabinets.
Dales complaints of undersized spoons have been heard! He set out to learn some finer woodworking skills and with only a few basic carving tools, creates a beautiful and functional handmade wooden spoon.
Watch Dale create an amazing Timber and Resin platter.
Dale 'rescues' some well weathered heavy hardwood joists and solid wood cladding, and creates a beautiful bedhead.
Dale removes the curtain from the walk in wardrobe, and creates a beautiful solid timber sliding barn door to replace it.
A flourish of ficus or a sample of succulents, Dale creates a multi tier plant stand for his beloved bonzai collection.
In the great example of upcycling, Dale creates a stunning feature wall around his TV using old hardwood fence plaings. Sounds questionable..right? Don't stress! The beauty of timber shines through.
A great way to use up a few scraps of offcut hardwood, and by making a laminted serving platter of breadboard. A mix of different species timber, gives a stunning result.
A really simple project and a great, practical gift idea (the days between now and Christmas are dissapearing quickly). Made from basic materials and very simple to put together.
Dale lets the kids explore their artistic creativity by building them an adult scale chalkboard. Simple constriction using off the shelf boards and minimal cutting (even the chalkboard was pre-finished).
Dale replaces the dated and worn laminate cupboard doors/drawer, with some custom-made hardwood ones.
Dale adds an adjustable shelf unit into the renovated laundry, freeing up that valuable counter space and complimenting his new cupboard doors & drawers.