Coffee & Questions 10/4/17 A Wednesday Demo Big Inset Letters

[@kmik4466]

I went ahead and got a 60’ and 90’. To be clear I just got a router recently and found your videos. But I went back and watched your older videos first! Lol. Not that I’ve been waiting 9 years to carve! Thanks and I will keep watching!

[@RTSFoto]

Another superb tutorial Eric and a lovely sign mate. Keep up the good work and many thanks to the Rhoten family for all the time and effort you put in to produce these videos. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and families of of the terrible incident that took place in Las Vegas.xx

[@oldave100]

Thank you so much, we absolutely appreciate you watching and all the wonderful support. Yes we are still praying the LV people.

[@jimduhaime9]

Most informative description of process that I have seen. I am a novice and you do a great job teaching. Thank you.

[@oldave100]

Happy to help and Thank You for watching and the kind words. More to come...

[@emilkiyak2344]

great video nice letters .i will keep you posted on my progress with my estimate .always great watching you .

[@oldave100]

Thank you Emil....

[@johncoonradtjr.5141]

I took your advise and got a critter sprayer and your right it’s great . Thanks for the video good job I learn every time I watch them .

[@oldave100]

Happy it's working well for you buddy.

[@judichristopher4604]

27:15 Thank YOU so much for muting the loud sound of the sander... This is a great video/tutorial... I paint signs, don't do this beautiful woodworking way you'll do... but I do admire your art....

[@oldave100]

You're welcome Judy, I'm trying to do that more. We all have our things, and painting isn't one of mine. I'm sure you do beautiful work. You would probably make a great sign carver as well.

[@mstoltz]

Great Video Eric. 98 % of my signs i make, is inset letters. The people here in Sweden seems to like the inset more than the outset for some reason. I use the 60 degree bit all the way...both for the inset carving and taking out the material. By the way....i love the smell of a new made sign !! My wife thinks I'm strange that way...he he :) Have a great day Buddy !! / Morgan Stoltz, Sweden

[@oldave100]

Thank you Morgan, glad you liked it. Yea lots of ways to do it. We all have our favorites. Funny how inset letters are more popular over there. It's a mix for me over here. Have a great day and Thank you again for watching my friend...

[@mstoltz]

Well my favorite is doing outset, i think that is more fun :) More carving, more fun !! / Morgan

[@hhml100]

Don't worry you could see the spraying!! You did great Vicky.

[@oldave100]

Good, I'm glad. Yes Vicki is really good with the camera. I couldn't do it without her....

[@TheJoeFletch]

Sign looks amazing! So much great content! I just started watching and each video takes me to a new one! Critter Sprayer and Helmsman Spar Urethane! Got it! Off to research some more! Thanks for sharing all of the details!

[@oldave100]

Thank you for watching and nice compliments, glad you're enjoying them....

[@StephenBreaux-t1m]

Eric Steve ok

[@sheilaegeland]

Awesome tutorial, you've given inspiration ❤️ thank you.

[@oldave100]

My pleasure, Sheila

[@billsmiley2606]

Great video, reminded me why I began watching you. AND get Vicki a dust mask!!!!!!!!!!!

[@oldave100]

Thank you Bill.... Yes I will get her a mask....

[@crystalsimpson2681]

Great video I'm really looking at the critter sprayer alot easier the hand brushing

[@oldave100]

I think you'll love it..

[@smithmeydam9241]

Love the video information.... question.... how dep did you go with profile bit and how deep was 90° bit? When you spray sealer outside does it attract dust particles .... everytime I do this my surface is rough and bumpy? Could be also that I am on east coast and humid so everything take lot longer to dry if outside so now I do inside house with a clean room and using a fan but I use brush on gloss sealer Arm N Seal.

[@oldave100]

Hi Smith, I was approx. 1/4" deep with both the profile and the 90. When you apply any finish or even water to a bare board it raises the grain. That why you should lightly hand sand after the 1st coat. Especially if it feels rough. Some woods will raise the grain more than others. I used to brush on my finish and it always felt rougher that spraying it on. What may help is lightly hand sanding in between every coat. I would used very fine sand paper 1000 grit of you can.

[@Grant_S_M]

The Helmsman looks really deep and rich on that redwood. Nice!

[@oldave100]

Yes the redwood looks terrific with the helmsman on it... Thank you....

[@ericrobinson2675]

Superb as always Eric Thanks and keep going

[@oldave100]

Thank you!!!!

[@noahcantrel4025]

Should the router not be moved in a ccw direction so the rotation of the bit does not tend to run away? When you were putting the bevel on the edge you went clockwise.

[@oldave100]

I do either way. Because I'm using soft woods mostly and not going very deep it doesn't make a difference for me.

[@ronaldsclafini7876]

Did you say 3 coats of the finish, also good tip on the primer in passing

[@oldave100]

Yes 3 or 4 coats depending on the board and how it covers... Thank you for watching, Eric

[@marcbuteau6122]

Great video as always. What are your thoughts on the use of a drum sander to put the board through after priming?

[@oldave100]

It's not a bad idea if your sign is perfectly flat. If it has any kind of cup to it doesn't work too well.

[@colinfreestone2136]

Hi Eric Colin in England just starting up can you tell me the video number for adding an acrylic base plate supplied by you and just received today thank you , love this new hobby of mine , and you guys

[@oldave100]

Here's a link, Thank you again for watching and for the business. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWapq3eeht1nfM0

[@kmik4466]

Hello Mr Dave. If I could only get one bit to start carving which would be your suggestion? Thanks. Started watching your videos back from 2009. Got my first router a week ago.

[@oldave100]

If I had to pick only one, it would be the 60 degree. Thank you for watching for so long. Fire that thing up and make some sawdust. Have fun!!!

[@Diggar72]

That turned out really cool.

[@oldave100]

Thank you Kyle!!!

[@brianspurrell3348]

I know you use the Critter Sprayer a lot. I don't have a large compressor (yet) only 110 psi brad nailer/stapler compressor. Can I get the same results from spray cans or should be brushing on finish?

[@oldave100]

I would stay with the spray cans for first 2 coats. Then lightly hand sand, I use 220 grit. Then if you want it to build up faster you can put on a brush coat or 2. Then hand sand again. Then a thin last coat with a spray can.

[@nperson]

Does the Helmsmans have to be thinned for use in the Critter? I've had to thin paint quite a bit for the Critter to properly spray.

[@oldave100]

I don't thin it at all. I spray it at around 50 psi.

[@thopgood1]

I’m new to your videos and wondering if you can tell me how to sharpen the cutters? Or tell me which video to watch if you’ve already explained this? Thank you in advance!

[@oldave100]

We've done several videos on this. Check out #164 & LTS 8/27/17. This should help. Thank you again for watching, Eric. You can always email me directly with questions, [e-mail].

[@thelyingscotsman7993]

Great work as usual Eric ,love it .

[@oldave100]

Thank you....

[@fernandoalvarado165]

Hi Eric... You didn´t stamp your logo on the sign when you have to do it? or you don´t do it?

[@oldave100]

Yes I normally do just was in a hurry and forgot....

[@darrinlindsey]

Eric, do you see yourself going to bulk ink in the future, with the critter being so easy to use?

[@oldave100]

I've been thinking about that, just haven't done it yet.

[@fmesser100]

Please tell me where I can buy the mat you spoke of. I couldn’t find the “Monday’s” video. Thanks Fred

[@oldave100]

Here's a link to the mat that we but on Amazon Bench Pad By Mod-Box amzn.to/2ybI0sB You can aslo find the link in the description of video #241

[@fmesser100]

Dave Rhoten thank you very much! Fred

[@garrypalmer5014]

Hi Dave, why do you use the router backwards, when you do the edge shamfer

[@oldave100]

I use the router both ways. Doesn't seem to be a problem for me either way.

[@cliftonshultz2253]

That's OK Vickie, we think he's mesmerizing too. :o)

[@oldave100]

LOL.....

[@pastajp1969]

What dust containment system are you using while sanding and routing?

[@oldave100]

A broom & dust pan... Sorry, I couldn't resist... We don't have any dust collection system.

[@pastajp1969]

Dave Rhoten 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@TerryBarkes]

Great Video Eric and God bless now

[@oldave100]

Thank you Terry, God Bless You...

[@chrisgrobler4882]

I'm really enjoying ur videos, I want to give this a try. Need to get some engraving tools

[@oldave100]

We have all our supplies on our website, makeawoodsign.com. If I can answer any questions for you just email me directly, [e-mail]. Thank you for watching...

[@ripbry95]

Hey Eric nice video thank u and question for ya what do have in the mason jar for sealing it thanks buddy

[@oldave100]

Thank you Dan, I cut gaskets out of mat board.

[@eriksalmon]

Question, do you sand between coats of finish or do you just spray the next coat without sanding?

[@oldave100]

Yes I do lightly hand sand in between coats, especially after the 1st and before the last.

[@shimiperets]

Thank you, I'm enjoy with your lovely job

[@oldave100]

Thank you!!!

[@110welding]

Very kool..... how do you cut your leters ?

[@oldave100]

Thank You, Our layout letters we cut with our laser.

[@110welding]

Do you sell letters ?

[@oldave100]

Yes, lots of different sizes and font styles, on the website makeawoodsign.com under "Sign Carving Supplies".

[@allangall6810]

Ready for my first sign how to buy letters & #

[@oldave100]

We have all our layout letter on our website, makeawoodsign.com. Just click on the Sign Carving Supplies tab. If you have any questions just let me know, [e-mail]. Thank you for watching, Eric

[@denizcakmakoglu436]

Çok güzel olmuş. Emeklerinize sağlık.

[@oldave100]

Thank you!!!

[@defleppal]

Great video as always

[@oldave100]

Thank you buddy....

[@georgesmart239]

Hey Eric, I just found and watched this video. Are you still using the Critter Sprayer? Have you had any problems and fixes with it? Amazon has it for $41. I thought I might ask before I maybe order one.

[@oldave100]

Yes still using the critter, Love it. No major problems. just keep it clean which is super easy to do.

[@amilsonlima2559]

Qual o modelo dessa fresa. Obrigado.

[@oldave100]

To do the carving I first used our Profile bit, and then I used the 90 degree.

[@tomtimmons4589]

Thanks Eric.

[@oldave100]

You're very welcome, Thank you for watching, Eric

[@donbeseda9897]

Awesome thanks

[@oldave100]

You're welcome Don, Thank you for watching...

[@keysersoze5633]

Excellent!

[@oldave100]

Thank you!!!

[@johncoonradtjr.5141]

How much did you get for a sign like that

[@oldave100]

I really don't remember, I would say about $120

[@ianhodge7139]

How much do you charge for a sign

[@oldave100]

It depends on lots of factors. Email me the details, size and what you want it to say. [e-mail]. Thank you for asking.

[@johncoonradtjr.5141]

Thanks

[@oldave100]

You're welcome....

[@richardvanbenschotenc9455]

Dave where did you get the pad?

[@oldave100]

Bought it on Amazon. We have it in our amazon store, the link is in the description.

[@russellstotts3780]

What kind of mat is that and where do you get it ?

[@oldave100]

Proffesional tool box liner. Here's a link to it in our amazon store www.amazon.com/dp/B01M2VO1XL/?cv_ct_id=amzn1.idea.11SUPHUHH5DX9&cv_ct_pg=storefront&cv_ct_wn=aip-storefront&ref=exp_cov_makeawoodsign_lv_dp_vv_d

[@34813ctr]

good demo Eric

[@oldave100]

Thank you...

[@themagnet61]

Vicki, Are those pigs your pets, or are they going to be dinner someday? Great video

[@oldave100]

These pigs are friends, not food. There names are Toot and Snort... Thank you

[@themagnet61]

I would like to see more of them.. Did you get them from piglets? How old are they now? What kind of pigs are Toot and Snort.? Are they free range? You guys have Mountain lions I think, do you round them up at night?

[@highperformancebassboats]

Eggggggggggggggggggggggggggslent Job!!

[@oldave100]

❤

[@ozzie8821]

👍👍👍👍🍺😎

[@oldave100]

Thank you Ozzie!!!

[@GadgetCentral]

Where do you sell your signs? Etsy? I guess better question is how do customers find you?

[@oldave100]

Currently by word of mouth and our website. However we been around so long it's not the same for people brand new to this. There are so many different ways these days. I have lots of video with iseas on how to market signs. I don't know if you know how to use our channel search so here's a video on that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eInaqqltjbpmatU about 7 min in on this video you will see the channel search. If type Marketing into our channel search you find lots of video with tons of ideas. Hope this helps. If you have more questions feel free to email me directly, [e-mail]

[@johnjohnoj6408]

Ha,ha

[@oldave100]

Thank you!!!

[@johncoonradtjr.5141]

Guess you can’t say

[@oldave100]

Yes I can, I just answered.