28-11-2021, 01:07 AM
Plastic containers, even in the gloom, all disentergrate in a few years. The nailed lid was a typical Popular Mechanics sort of idea, but just as easy to add a shelf and far less troublesome. Many consider it not prudent to advertise to visitors.
A neighbour had about 20 rusty tobacco tins. I saw one opened and containing old style woodscrews. I expressed an interest so was given the lot when they moved. Only one tin had screws in it! Treated with fish oil and white paint as above. Ideal for small taps etc.
A neighbour had about 20 rusty tobacco tins. I saw one opened and containing old style woodscrews. I expressed an interest so was given the lot when they moved. Only one tin had screws in it! Treated with fish oil and white paint as above. Ideal for small taps etc.