Need a new wood mold

[debratant]

I've had it with my Tog. I've simply had it. I made 2 batches over the weekend and they both leaked out of the mold. I like the style of the mold because it can do both logs and slabs.

Does anyone else out there make a combination log/slab wood mold? I've not run across any.

I don't want to deal with those stupid dowels either. They have never fit correctly after I first used it. I probably got water on it...and they expanded, hubby had to widen the holes. PITA.

Would appreciate any recommendations. Thanks!

[Melanie]

I make my own mold for the most part and glue them together. line em with a plastic trash bag. Now i have to tell ya the bags can make for interesting ends but a little trimming and the log is good to go. I have cut pieces of wood to fit inside so I can make small trial batches and dont have to have twenty molds sitting around. works well for me.

[Kitn]

My dh makes my 6lb log molds for a couple bucks a piece, I line them with quilters mylar, I get many many batches out of 1 piece of mylar.

[TexasBrat]

I still use my Target drawer molds, they are perfect.

You could also try the Ikea drawers for a mold.

[Starr]

I thought Ikea stopped making those?

I'm in need of one too but we just don't have the space for DH to make one for me. :undecided

[gardengoat]

I love my Soap Hutch mold-Have one made with the HDPE, it is a slab with two dividers. Very well made. http://www.soaphutch.com/index.html

[TexasBrat]

I thought Ikea stopped making those?

I'm in need of one too but we just don't have the space for DH to make one for me. :undecided

Oh no did they? I just have the one set I bought.

[Camay]

Does anyone know what Ikea called those shelves? Everything at Ikea has a funky name.

[Barbara AL]

Here is a link to the IKEA drawers

http://www.craftserver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=71193&highlight=Ikea+Drawers

Barbara AL

[Starr]

Unfortunately, all the links to Ikea's site w/the drawers come up w/Error messages on Ikea's site.

[Camay]

I had looked through that link and a couple others, and I found that the links are dead. But I never saw the name of the drawers set. If I call my nearest Ikea to have them check their stock, I want to have the name or item number.

I could just say "you know, the 9-drawer set that all the soapers buy." But they might just hang up on me!

[Kitn]

Was it the Fira set?

[debratant]

Yep Kitn...that was it. Fira.

I do have the Ikea drawers. I was hoping to have something lined because I just hate lining molds lol. The thing I liked about the tog was I could do 2 logs with one mold. Or take out the divider and do a slab.

I ended up ordering from woodfields.

http://shop.woodfieldswood.com

I ordered a 2 log mold...and a slab. Heck...I deserve them lol.

I like the wooden molds, but may someday order the hdpe molds and try them out.

Thanks all for your help

[Camay]

ooh those look nice! Thanks for posting the link.

[debratant]

You're welcome Camay. I was reading some older threads in a search for molds and found woodfields mentioned. I think Care Bear got some from him? I can't wait to get them.

[Debk]

I love this guys molds. Have had over a year and no leaks. easy to use.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=42046935

Edited March 15, 2010 by Debk
forgot to add link

[debratant]

Thanks Deb...but I am replacing my TOG made by Paul. It's a shame as I love the versatility of the mold I have...however I can't tolerate the leaking.

[Brenda (OH)]

Thanks Deb...but I am replacing my TOG made by Paul. It's a shame as I love the versatility of the mold I have...however I can't tolerate the leaking.

That's a bummer your mold is leaking . . Before reading your post I was considering one of these.

[debratant]

To be fair...I should mention mine is an older version. He has come out with one piece lining...so perhaps it's better than what I have? I have the very thin foam pieces that you have to put in the mold individually. It isn't a leak proof seal that way.

If you like his molds Brenda..I would give it a try. He does have a long turn around time...

[Jokerjen]

Was it the Fira set?

Do you have an Ikea near you? I am looking for an inexpensive slab mold...

[Debk]

he has different liners now that are leak proof. I think he changed things since there was some problems. mine has never leaked but the new ones are a once piece liner. I am not advertising for him just letting you know that he has improved them.

[Xraytech70]

Ugh...I ordered a TOG mold on 3-5. Crap, hope mine doesn't leak.

[debratant]

I just wanted to update. I received my 2 molds from Woodfields. I'm VERY impressed with the quality. I can't wait to use them. His turn around time is just awesome as well.

From what I can see...they are very well made and with the liners...well...I'm just giddy with excitement LOL. The slab mold has cut lines..which

will make cutting a slab so much easier. It's one of the things that I hated about slabs...not being able to cut the bars straight. I suck at that really.

I know I've not used these yet...but I highly recommend giving them a look if you are in the market for a wood mold.

xraytech...since tog has a new liner system...you will probably be fine. Curious how long it will take you to get them though...so please update us. When I had ordered mine it was nearly 2 months.