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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-08-26 | Molly | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you, Maura, for your very timely and descriptive response. It seems that the oil wasn't yet dry when I tried to sand it off so it gummed up the paper. In the end, I felt like I needed an expert to actually LOOK at the thing the good 'ol fashoined way. So I put it in my car and brought it to a refinisher who said it looked great, it was actually just the grain of the wood I was seeing and that I should to continue my Tung Oil applications. I admire you for taking the time to help out total strangers. |
| 2009-06-24 | troy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Well and good is your answer to my question. Thank you very much, the info you gave me will allow me to make a decision regarding this burl. Also you have eased my doubt, regarding being compensated fairly or cheated by my friend. In all fairness with what you told me, he has more than treated me right and I intend on expressing that to him. Thank You Should you ever have need of a master generator Tech. please don't hesitate to ask, as this is my field of expertise. Have a great day. |
| 2009-03-22 | Susan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for this great answer. This is what I suspected....I really appreciate your expertise. It always helps to hear it from the experts! Sue |
| 2009-03-03 | Charlene | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Wow, such quick answers. This guy is wonderful!!!!! |
| 2009-03-03 | Charlene | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks so much. I hope we can follow your wonderful instructions and/or ideas. |
| 2009-02-26 | Bill | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-02-17 | Pam | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-01-24 | Sharon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | You understood the problem exactly! Thanks for the ideas. |
| 2009-01-24 | Sharon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks! You even considered using parrot-safe material for coloring. I'll definitely try this. Sharon |
| 2009-01-13 | Rockwell | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-12-31 | duncan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | many thanks for your help. i will go ahead with it. have a happy newyear duncan |
| 2008-12-11 | Debbie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Did a great job answering my question. When I have another question in this field I'd ask this expert first! |
| 2008-12-04 | monica | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Again, I am really surprised by how spot-on, helpful and practical this answer is. I already called a woodworker and a painter over to my house as well as contacted the manufacturer to figure out what to do with this table and Maura nailed it right away. I will take this advice to the bank and can't tell you how much grief and money this will save me--a do-it-yourself solution that will work exceeded my expectations on what to do about this problem. Thank you so much again! I love All Experts and especially Maura! |
| 2008-11-28 | monica | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I am blown away by how thorough, knowledgeable, diplomatic and prompt this reply was. Every aspect of my question was answered with reasons, examples and details. I am delighted to have found this site and asked Maura this question. My sincere thanks and much respect, Monica |
| 2008-11-11 | Richard | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Outstanding answer. More complete than I expected and the expert pointing me to other helpful web links to further in answering my questions. AllExperts is a great site and Maura Macaluso deserves vulunteer of the month in my book. |
| 2008-09-22 | Jeff | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for your help! Will post a follow-up when finished! |
| 2008-09-10 | mark | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks so much -- mark |
| 2008-09-07 | john | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-07-14 | douglas | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I used a combo of two of your suggestions - the sliver of wood and a glue sawdust mixture. The originl space was almost a quarter inch - now it looks natural. Thanks you made my daym |
| 2008-06-05 | Spencer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Wow, thank you so much! I really appreciate your knowledge. It was recieved gratefully!!! Thanks! |
| 2008-06-03 | LorI | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your help....Going with oilbase |
| 2008-05-18 | Jo | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you |
| 2008-05-01 | rebecca | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for your swift reply - I'll give it a go!! |
| 2008-04-14 | David | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Great suggestions, and more information on the items for collector purposes. |
| 2008-02-05 | mordechai | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-01-01 | Bill | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Wonderful and very helpful and encouraging answer. Thanks Alot |
| 2007-12-19 | Kent | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Very helpful, thank you! |
Answers by Expert:
maura macaluso
Expertise
I can answer all questions regarding woodcarving, chip carving, scroll sawing, carving tools and techniques and can answer most questions regarding wood. I am not an appraiser of carvings nor an antique dealer.
Experience
I am a custom commission woodcarver. I have been carving for many years now, have won numerous awards, and am very well connected in the world of woodcarving. I am the owner/operator of www.carvinginnyc.com
Organizations
national association of woodcarvers, woodcarvers of queens, Richmond county carvers club, carving life panel of experts
Publications
Chip chats, carving magazine
Education/Credentials
Have taken many, many classes and instruction from many fine carvers, I was originally self taught which is the best way to learn. Many thousands of carving hours later and I find that I am now well-respected.
Awards and Honors
best of show staten island & queens
numerous 1st place and other title awards at many venues
Past/Present Clients
My work is now in international collections
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