bhx7 Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 (edited) Hi All Just got a couple of lovely large hinged boxes which I have decided to convert into coin cases. The coins will be in Quadrums but still want to make sure the material I use is coin safe. What material is best for lining. Are there any adhesives that I should avoid. Also do I need to treat the wood. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Brian Edited May 31, 2016 by bhx7 Bad grammar Quote
Nonmortuus Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 I guess the first thing to ask is what type of wood are they made from? Quote
Nordle11 Posted May 31, 2016 Posted May 31, 2016 I don't think you need to worry about treating the wood if you're keeping the coins in quadrums. When you get round to it Brian, start a thread and post some pics while you're doing it, would be great to see it progress! Quote
Nonmortuus Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 Is MDF safe to use? I though the glues used to bind it could potentially affect the coins. Is there anyone with more experience able to confirm this? 1 Quote
PWA 1967 Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 I cant see it making any difference in a quadrum ,they are airtight . 1 Quote
IanB Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 Some MDF contains formaldehyde that could possibly have an effect on silver. 1 Quote
Peter Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 What about British tradition....use mahogany or rosewood.You won't find MDF in a Morgan Plus. My cabinet for what its worth is handmade in the UK using reclaimed Victorian mahogany.IMO as important as my coins. 1 Quote
bhx7 Posted June 1, 2016 Author Posted June 1, 2016 Lots of things to think about. Will keep looking into it before I commit fully. Want to do a good job if I do decide to make my own. Quote
Nutsaboutcoins Posted June 1, 2016 Posted June 1, 2016 I'd worry about MDF leaching hydrocarbons and toning the coins, especially if it is new. That said, we all like toned coins, so I guess it depends what the results look like. I guess it is a try it and see. I know "not much help", sorry. 1 Quote
bhx7 Posted August 12, 2016 Author Posted August 12, 2016 (edited) took a while but just finished the first box. The trays in them are just for show at the moment. The bottom section takes 3 trays with storrage at the back, will be placing a divider section later. The top hinged section takes 2 trays which I have trimmed down slightly. The whole thing is lined with black felt, including the base of the upper tray to prevent scratching or damage. It has given me a way to utilize the extra trays I already have. The coins will all be housed in caps within the trays. Maybe not to everyones taste but I like it. Edited August 12, 2016 by bhx7 Quote
bhx7 Posted August 31, 2016 Author Posted August 31, 2016 (edited) Found my next project base. A bit more to do and a lot more traditional..... The Quadrum is to give an idea of scale. Edited August 31, 2016 by bhx7 Quote
Peter Posted August 31, 2016 Posted August 31, 2016 Now thats what I call the Dogs b****** If you use your obvious skill you will end up with storage for life and proper care. 1 Quote
PWA 1967 Posted August 31, 2016 Posted August 31, 2016 Look forward to seeing it finished Brian,sure it will be spot on 1 Quote
Nordle11 Posted September 1, 2016 Posted September 1, 2016 10 hours ago, bhx7 said: Found my next project base. A bit more to do and a lot more traditional..... The Quadrum is to give an idea of scale. That's a lovely case Brian where did you get it? Will look great if it turns out anything like the last 1 Quote
bhx7 Posted September 1, 2016 Author Posted September 1, 2016 Second hand shop for £5.99. Dust and grime all over it so hadn't even been cleaned...... 1 Quote
Nordle11 Posted September 1, 2016 Posted September 1, 2016 Just now, bhx7 said: Second hand shop for £5.99. Dust and grime all over it so hadn't even been cleaned...... Wow, that's a whole lotta wood for £5.99! Good buy 1 Quote
Nutsaboutcoins Posted September 1, 2016 Posted September 1, 2016 That should look spectacular when cleaned up, great find, well done Brian. 1 Quote
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