Shop Infrastructure

Adam Savage is constantly updating the organizational aspects of his shop. Here are some of his related builds and tips.

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Adam Savage answers two insightful questions from Tested members Duckinaroundscrap and kunger! First, he discusses how to stock and manage liquid consumables—from glues and epoxies to solvents—when working out of a small or home workshop, including tips on avoiding waste. Then he shares advice on professional boundaries, kill fees, and what to do when a client cancels a custom build project midway through. What would YOU do if your client killed your build before it was complete? Elmer's Glue: https://amzn.to/3TG3jRN Modge Podge Spray Acrylic Sealer: https://amzn.to/4hcmonT Farecla G3 Regular Grade Paste Compound: https://amzn.to/4xDMncC Loctite 48040 480 Prism Instant Adhesive: https://amzn.to/4yQNkzu Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin Kit with Pumps: https://amzn.to/4AoIOtt 3M Scotch-Weld Plastic & Rubber Instant Adhesive: https://amzn.to/4cVjql7 Lineco 793-1001 Methyl Cellulose Adhesive: https://amzn.to/4xZZ9Db Wired4Signs Clear Methyl Methacrylate Adhesive: https://amzn.to/4ddTZeL Linseed Oil: https://amzn.to/4cWOb9f Isopropyl Alcohol: https://amzn.to/3TbU6AC Ethyl Alcohol: https://amzn.to/4h06L2G Lacquer Thinner: https://amzn.to/4hbxtUH Krylon ColorMaxx Red Oxide Spray Paint Primer: https://amzn.to/46u37YR PJ1 Black Spray Paint: https://amzn.to/4duH3RB Disclaimer: Tested may earn an affiliate commission when you buy through the links here. Join this channel to support Tested and get access to perks, like asking Adam a question: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiDJtJKMICpb9B1qf7qjEOA/join Subscribe for more videos (and click the bell for notifications): http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=testedcom Tested and Adam Savage Ts, stickers, (de) merit badges and more: https://adamsavage.com/ About Tested: https://www.tested.com/about Meet Adam in Person: https://www.tested.com/events Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/testedcom/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/testedcom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@testedcom Discord: https://www.discord.gg/tested Amazon Storefront: http://www.amazon.com/shop/adamsavagestested Audio Described and Accessible Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJtitKU0CAeiQLgj4PZ9onSW6YXIz5ADR 00:00 - Liquid Consumables Overview 00:33 - Safe Storage 01:08 - Glues That Last 01:32 - Essential Solvents 02:17 - Expoxy Challenges 03:34 - Client Cancelation 04:26 - 50% Rule 05:28 - Selling Canceled Work 06:03 - Delivering Bad Bews 07:43 - Cancellation Fees 08:51 - Pricing Prototypes Intro bumper by Abe Dieckman Thanks for watching!


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