Third time’s the charm
It’s been said that fixing something always tales two trips to the hardware store. But that’s not true. It takes three! It always takes three. This applies, of course, only…
It’s been said that fixing something always tales two trips to the hardware store. But that's not true. It takes three! It always takes three.
This applies, of course, only to the things that can actually be fixed. Many modern tools are designed in a manner that makes them virtually impossible to repair. In fact, this is one of my pet peeves.
The other day, an employee closed the bathroom door without noticing that a broom handle had fallen over and lodged between the door and the jamb. Then, wondering why the door would not close, he shoved on it enough to spring the hinges. A simple enough repair, but it still took three trips to the hardware store to get it done.
I guess it was worth fixing!
D.D.
David DeCristoforo possesses an extensive resume as designer/maker of fine furniture, high-end cabinetry and architectural woodwork. His experience in professional woodworking spans a period of 35 years. For the past 20 years David DeCristoforo Design has been located in Woodland, California. During this time David's shop has ranged in scope from a "full on" cabinet production shop with as many as 15 employees to a small fine furniture and custom millwork shop, working with his son, David RBJ, a highly skilled maker in his own right.