Dust collection for handheld power tools

[Nick Laslett]

45 minutes ago, markharro said:

Thanks @Nick Laslett I had seen the last 2 of those videos but not the first one so that was helpful. One question with the FST.....I think you apply it over the whole surface of the boards dont you and not just the areas you have applied the joint filler?

 

And any tips for sanding it....I am trying to visualise how you avoid sanding right through to the board below!?

I guess this is where the Leros really shines, because it is such a large head and the speed control is very sensitive. The FST is still quite robust. Unlike sanding wood, I use very little pressure and let the orbital head do all the work. 

[markharro]

So ok @Nickfromwales you were right...finishing Fermacell is a complete PITA. However I have perserved and got the first room slathered in the FST (or almost). Its been quite a learning curve and I still dont know if what I have done is going to be any good but thank god its almost time for painting....

 

So, @Nick Laslett I wondered if you could have a quick look at my photos and (hopefully) confirm all looks in order? I have been variously trying the official Fermacell speader (orange handle) and the black rubber flexible blade. I find with the rigid Fermacell tool its very easy to scrape the FST pretty much right off the board leaving hardly any product left. It also leaves lines often despite being advertised not to (or maybe my bad technique). So I have been largely using the rubber thing as I find that easier.

 

But overall the appearance is "patchy" - its better when sanded but I thought I had better check that this is going to be ok once painted? Cheers

[Nickfromwales]

@markharro

 

You’re a man of conviction, I salute you. 
 

Get 2 coats of high-opacity Matt emulsion on these and come back….to yourself. 
 

The proof, is in the pudding.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please let it be sticky toffee with custard….