ryanm84 Posted September 29, 2013 Author Share Posted September 29, 2013 I mentioned in earlier posts about having a matched set once the new veneer was on. Technically, that should have been the case. I had a very figured sheet of walnut veneer. Because of how the figure was laid out on the sheet, I should have had the same pattern on the finished product. I cut each piece from the sheet so that the grain would flow from one surface to the other. However, when I started the veneering process, I inadvertently had the cabinets placed in the same direction but should have had them placed in opposite directions. See what I mean on the figure? The front of the speakers is on the right of the picture. Ah well, it might not be seen by most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanm84 Posted September 29, 2013 Author Share Posted September 29, 2013 So here is the final tally: Purchased: 4x10 walnut paper backed veneer, 2x8 walnut paper backed veneer, veneer scraper, 25 foot walnut edge banding, 2 quarts of contact cement, grille fabric, 1/8" hardboard, black paint, foam brushes, fabric rollers, paint pans, Watco golden oak oil, Watco medium walnut oil, type B crossovers, squawker driver gaskets, wood and bolts to stretch grille fabric. I don't know if I will do anything beyond the oil finish (i.e. poly). I don't want a shiny finish and I don't currently have the equipment for a spray finish. I think I'll just let it ride and enjoy the music and newly finished cabinets. Don't let a project like this intimidate you. You won't need a lot of expensive equipment and if you do it right, you can practice with some of the scraps to make sure you've got it right. I don't think I would do this with a Khorn, Belle, or Scala. It's way easier on a basic cabinet. However, if someone wants to give me a pair of any of those, I'd give it a whirl! [] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanm84 Posted September 29, 2013 Author Share Posted September 29, 2013 . beautiful... want to do mine how much wood working skill does it take to do a complete veneer? I am very mechanical and meticulous, but I have NO wood skills... yet. I used to live in Phoenix so we were a lot closer - I would have helped! In this case I don't think there is any"real" woodworking. No joinery, shaping, etc. It's really about prepping the surface, getting the right amount of veneer, and taking your time. Other than my table saw, I used nothing more than what was pictured Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TasDom Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Beautiful job Ryan! Kudos on the final results and the detailed post [Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 I am curious, how are the edges finished to get a clean angle/edge and zero gap... with a rasp/file? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanm84 Posted October 2, 2013 Author Share Posted October 2, 2013 The surfaces of the cabinet were done one at a time and I used a router on every surface except the edge banding. There was a little paper backer that would be left behind from the router so I used a razor knife and literally hand trimmed every inch of joints. Some of my other tools are in storage but now that I think about it, I don't know that I would want to use something super aggressive like a rasp. I don't want to compromise the edge adhesive. And the edge banding was more of the same. Razor knife and very careful trimming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philly0116 Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 VERY NICE!! Great work! Kudos for bringing a pair of speakers back to life!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevenbarnes1 Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Great pictures, thanks for taking the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete H Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Excellent Job! I have a set of Cornwall 2's that need the same treatment and I hope I do as well. I saw your pics of the inside and the damping material that was originally installed and my 2's had none so can you tell me specifically which pieces on the inside of the cabinet had that applied? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanm84 Posted November 6, 2013 Author Share Posted November 6, 2013 Damping material was on both sides, top and shelf under woofer. Not on the floor where the ports are. Also on the backs (inside obviously) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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