The repair shelf
Things that were broken, and some that still are.
A wobbly chair
October 16, 2026
Wood glue and a clamp overnight. Firm again, as long as nobody leans back.
September 18, 2026
The dripping tap
A new washer cost almost nothing. Finding the right size took three trips to the hardware shop.
Lamp cord
August 21, 2026
Replaced the frayed cord with a new one and a proper strain relief. It was safer than it looked, but not by much.
Door that sticks
August 6, 2026
Planed a few millimeters off the bottom edge. Painted it again so the bare wood does not swell.