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Post by l7arkness on Oct 2, 2015 18:30:53 GMT
For those crafters that like to cover there corrugation, i have a tip that might help. You can use a " GBC Shredmaster 60S" to cut perfect 1/4" strips in seconds. I thought of this after watching Wyloch's " 002 - Preparations for Modular Tiles". I'm sure there are other shredders that work fine just what I had lying around the house and the only one I can guarantee For those interested I usually get 30-32 Usable strips which is roughly a 12% loss of material, but I find that very acceptable. Also the cutters in the shredder leave a small textured cut on the strips but after making a few tiles I couldn't notice a difference after gluing and panting. If you want pictures or have any questions let me know
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Post by Wyloch on Oct 2, 2015 19:11:54 GMT
Better accuracy, better speed, no measuring lot less work. Cool idea.
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Post by curufin on Oct 2, 2015 23:59:01 GMT
I'll be damned.... sweet idea!
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Post by bluecloud2k2 on Oct 3, 2015 5:18:52 GMT
I foresee much junk mail getting turned into corrugation covering...
Of course, I have already started doing this with my paper trimmer I paid ten bucks for at Wal-Mart.
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Post by bluecloud2k2 on Oct 3, 2015 9:39:38 GMT
I'll stick with my paper trimmer thanks!
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Post by l7arkness on Oct 3, 2015 12:24:06 GMT
Did you know that shredders need oil? The oil helps lubricate the shredder, extending its life and allowing it to run smoothly and quietly. Generally, you should oil your shredder every time you empty the bag. With regular, office-type use, that would probably be once or twice a month but there's no telling how often you'd need to oil one if you're doing this sort of work. The oil isn't exactly cheap, either. Generally, you buy it by the pint and a single pint might run you fifteen dollars or so. That's most of the cost of a new shredder if you're going the eBay Shredmaster route. If you are going to go with a discontinued model of shredder, though, you're definitely going to want to perform routine maintenance. I don't think replacement parts are going to be easy to come by. Well i cannot speak for most shredders but my Shredmaster has been operating for roughly 10+ years without a single oiling or any routing maintenance. For a investment of around 20 dollars Im sure you could get your moneys worth
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Post by AnarchyDice on Oct 3, 2015 14:05:21 GMT
Well, that's something I never would have thought of on my own. I'll have to keep an eye out for sales and thrift store shredders.
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Post by thefiend on Oct 3, 2015 14:06:19 GMT
Plus, it's just smart to shred your old mail. Two for one.
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Post by DnDPaladin on Oct 4, 2015 19:00:16 GMT
considering my shredder never takes the paper correctly... i think i'll stick to the paper trimmer too. ubt nice idea man, if it works for you then by all means use it.
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Post by DMScotty on Oct 4, 2015 22:46:08 GMT
Great tip
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Post by l7arkness on Oct 5, 2015 15:00:28 GMT
considering my shredder never takes the paper correctly... i think i'll stick to the paper trimmer too. ubt nice idea man, if it works for you then by all means use it. Yea i run into that issue that's why some is lost every time but the over all gain out weighs it, That being said I prefer to do thing my own way as well so I cant blame you for sticking to what you know
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Post by ogrestamp on Oct 6, 2015 8:41:43 GMT
Wow, never thought of that, and I have a paper shredder at home. My wife just emptied it last week and I was eyeing the bag of shredded paper thinking "what could I do with that?" I had to look away real quick because I think my wife was on to me. I'll definitely have to try this and I do have the day off tomorrow.
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Post by bluecloud2k2 on Oct 6, 2015 14:06:42 GMT
See, even junk mail has a use! Just make sure you use two layers of paper and some pva glue.
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