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Oak Mopstick Handrail (Kendal LA9)
Nine varying lengths of oak handrail. All except one have slots cut into the underside which accommodated LED lights. The surfaces have deteriorated but the wood inside is good (see photo of cut end). Tape measure is locked at 1 metre (not including the body of the measure) and the diameter of the rail is 44mm.
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HP Laptop PC (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
A refurbished HP 250 G4 laptop with Intel i5 chip, 15.6in screen, brand new 512GB SSD, new BIOS battery, 8GB RAM with Ubuntu Operating System (no Windows woes!). Vintage approx 2016. I've given this more treatment than I should have so I want it to go to a worthy cause, so please describe what you would like to do with it and I'll wait a few days before choosing the recipient.
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Kenwood Mini Food Chopper (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Model CH18B. A handy little food processor and great for small quantities. Little used because the bowl has been mysteriously difficult remove when full. Maybe it'll ease up with more regular use. Fair Chance Policy applies.
14d
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Multifinish plaster (Kendal LA9)
Approx half a 25Kg bag of Thistle MultiFinish plaster that's been in my dry garage since March. Fair Chance Policy applies.
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Brilliant White Vinyl Matt Emulsion Paint (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Approx two thirds of a 7.5L tub which has been in my garage for several years but seems OK. See photos for more details. Fair Chance Policy applies.
24d
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Contract Matt Emulsion Paint (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Approx two thirds of a 10L tub which has been in my garage for many years but seems OK. Suitable as a mist coat on new plaster. Fair Chance Policy applies.
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tent accessories (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
A selection of pole bases, pole tops, aluminium tubes and guy lines. All in a neat little bag. Fair Chance Policy applies.
24d
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Low-Voltage Jockey Wire Connectors (Kendal LA9)
Jockey crimp connectors for low-voltage and car/motorbike wiring. These are surplus to requirements as not suitable for my particular project. Approx 60 in the packet. Primary use is to tap into an existing circuit without breaking the wire. NOT for 240v mains use. Fair chance policy applies.
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Artist's Airbrush and Compressor (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Includes Badger airbrush (but no paint reservoir) and extension hoses. In good working order. Fair Chance Policy applies.
76d
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Candle wax (Kendal LA9)
Expired
I collected these bits years ago but never got around to doing anything with them. May be good for new candles. Some are scented. Fair Chance Policy applies.
76d
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Bosch windscreen wiper blades (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
New unused. Bought many years ago for my long-gone 2005 Toyota Avensis, but never fitted. May fit other cars. See photos for exact specs.
86d
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Kitchen Worktop Off-cut (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
A length of kitchen worktop - white with marble effect. Length 1,610mm, standard depth 600mm, 40mm thick. Brand new, so photos show it with protective film still attached.
116d
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Electric Paper Folding Machine (Kendal LA9)
Expired
This Superfax PF-250 folding machine has been under the pink dust sheet in my garage since the first lockdown, hasn't been tested since and may need the rollers replacing or refurbishing due to its age (approx 23 years). Folds up to A3 sheets down to Z-fold or tri-fold. This can fold A4 sheets at more than 100 per minute and can be programmed for different folds and speed settings.
123d
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Vax 2000 Bags & Bits (Kendal LA9)
Expired
Bought for a now-deceased Vax 2000 but will fit any of the models listed on the bag in the photo. Three bags in the bag. Also two crevice nozzles, two brush heads, a couple of filters, a flexi-hose and a floor tool.
158d
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Electric Chainsaw (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Sachs-Dolmar 285 240v mains chainsaw, with guard, sharpening tool and oil. Very old but little used. Fair Chance Policy applies.
167d
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UPVC Door (Kendal LA9)
Expired
A double-glazed uPVC door. Overall dimensions including frame: 2,045mm high, 910mm wide, 70mm thick. This door is very heavy and needs two people to lift it but access is level and easy.
265d
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Joystick Keyboard Controller (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
I bought this joystick device to control a camera but failed to make it work, so maybe it can be used for gaming. A PDF instruction manual is available.
283d
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Square Cardboard Tube (Kendal LA9)
Expired
A strong cardboard tube which is square. Approx 175cm long by 7.5cm square. It seems a shame to throw it away.
308d
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Two-Seater Sofa (Kendal LA9)
Expired
A very comfortable faux-leather sofa. Both non-removable seat cushion coverings have suffered from sun deterioration (see photos) but can be covered with a throw as shown. Fair Chance Policy applies.
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Professional Decorators Dust Sheets (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Two big decorators cotton twill dust sheets, both are little-used and in good condition. One is for rooms at 3.4m x 3.6m The other is for stairs at 6.8m x 0.9m. Both to be taken together please. Fair Chance Policy applies.
1y
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Curtains Galore (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
An Ikea bag full of curtain pairs and some nets. Various sizes, patterns and colours, some with tie-backs and one with a frilled pelmet. All are in good condition but old. Use as temporary curtains, fabric upcycling or just dust sheets. All to go together please.
1y
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Angle Grinder Discs (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Two angle grinder discs for stone or concrete - one for grinding and one for cutting. Bought in error as too small for my machine - inner hole is 16mm diameter and overall diameter is 100mmm. .
1y
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Part-used Emulsion Paints (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Five cans of vinyl and one of masonry paint in various colours (see label photos). Please take all of these together if possible but I'm willing to let them go separately if that's what it takes. Fair Office Policy applies. All have been opened and checked, having been in my garage for many years, and are usable. Colours (all available in the Dulux range) and estimated quantities as follows: • Mint Mist - almost full • Black Smooth Masonry paint - approx one-third full • Dove - almost full • Soft Wheat - half full • Vanilla Sundae - one-third full • Natural Hessian - one-third full
1y
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Sturdy Padded Bag (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
A sturdy, padded bag originally supplied with a digital projector (now scrapped). Useful for tools, books, laptop, etc., it has a zipped pocket on the top and securing straps for heavy items inside. I also have a shoulder strap. The handle looks tatty but is still strong. Dimensions: Width 420mm, Height 170mm, Depth 300mm.
1y
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Mobile Phone Straps (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
These straps stick to the back of your mobile phone so you can hold it with your fingers to avoid it sliding out of your hand. Three different colours. I couldn't get used to them so maybe someone else can. .
1y
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Violin Shoulder Rest (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Found abandoned. Plastic frame with adjustable ends and foam rubber pad. The violin grippers are rather perished but should work OK and could be replaced if necessary.
1y
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Audio Kit Case (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
A sturdy plywood carry case originally designed to carry an audio mixer/amplifier combo, so contains power leads, an external socket and holes for cable entry. Dimensions: 500mm wide, 360mm deep, 340mm high.
1y
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Shower Mixer Valve (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Requires hot & cold water supplies and installation by a competent plumber. Includes diverter valve for hand-held spray or overhead shower (neither included - what you see is what you get). Make & model unknown.
1y
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Car Roof Bars (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
Little-used Summit roof bars for four/five-door cars without roof rails - they grip the roof above each door frame. Originally adjusted for and used on my Ford C-Max Mk2.
1y
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Deck Chair (Kendal LA9)
Gifted
High quality, woven-plastic, folding deck chair with steel frame. Adjusts to any angle using the straps. Little used. Catch the last of the sun's rays!
1y