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Just when I thought they couldn't get any worse!

Thanks for posting, I really needed a laugh this afternoon. You have brightened up an otherwise very dull day.

I have been considering the pros and cons of becoming a GCF, but now I would have to be certified, I'm not so sure. Why? Well, whenever I hear of someone becoming 'certified', I think of men in white coats and padded rooms :giggle: Furthermore, as I don't currently live in the UK, how would I join t...

Is a translation available for kashif's posting?

You should try putting your house on the market. I've had all sorts of lovely people contact me wishing to buy our house, sight unseen, and for more than the asking price! Even a Major in the American Army, who, having obtained cash funds in Iraq (he doesn't say how), now wishes to invest in propert...

Prospero you are absolutely correct, you have seen brown-faced foamcore. Lion sell it:

Ooer missus, that's a big one!

Me too Mark! Mr. T. usually buys me kitchen utensils and cookbooks for birthdays and Christmas, (he knows how to woo a girl!). I love cooking and have often thought about running a cook shop, but I just don't think it would be a profitable business. Only yesterday I bought a new, deep-sided, sauté p...

Ricky that looks fab, good luck with the new shop.

Hi Meesh

Annie Sloan should work OK, as she claims it can be applied to matte plastics, so following the chaps' preparation advice should see you on your way to using up your 17 lengths of moulding! You can also get Annie Sloan soft wax for finishing. Have fun!

In case you missed this post from earlier in the year: Taking card payments with a smart phone

Other than that I can't be of help!

You get my vote anyway! As you said, a good effort!

Congratulations Peter

Great idea Robo

I find that a bit creepy!

Could it be one of these? http://www.packagingworld.co.uk/image/cache/data/acd0277d_clear-228x228.jpg or http://trendymods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Acrylic-jewellery-display-stand.jpg I've always known them as jewellery trees :D Can't think what else the framer may have been referring to, but ...

Thanks for the extra info Mark

I really like this finish Mark, does it end up being very textured, or are you able to keep it relatively flat? Also, do you do a wax or varnish seal as a final coat, or leave 'as is'?

Hi Lynden Welcome to the forum. I've just taken a quick peek at your website, all seems to be working well, even on our steam-driven internet connection! Your site is easy to navigate, and the images are clear and load quickly. Like Pramsay, it took me a few attempts to realise that I had to click '...