scottcush

I get what you're trying to say. I guess my concern is sanding a pan that is worth $120 or more is not something I would want to do first try. There is always a chance I could gouge or grind a spot that will not be easily scrubbed down the road. If I had a few more attempts at this. I think I could have sanded the pan flat with a few more 40 grit pads. Instead I have a found rusted skillet, with $20 of supplies and a couple hours of work which I think resulted in at least a $120 surface.

Love the idea, so many stages. The rollers were a great idea. The plug in the drain perhaps should have been a GFCI. Instead of carpet, if I had the time I might try spraying the outside of the tub with a rhino liner. and then the inside with a rubberized spray. Custom washable cushions could be inserted for comfort.You got my mind churning, thanks for sharing!

My high end Finex skillet is machined after casting, its smooth and cooks like a dream. Don't worry, while you couldn't offend me, you need to read this: http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/11/the-truth-about-cast-iron.htmlMyth 6 is for you. Cast Iron is metal. Seasoning is plastzied oil. Shiny or rough, cast iron will cook the same because it is cast iron. Mine is just less rough. Old cast pieces were processed differently than today's. The 220 grit isn't required but the beautiful cast Iron you think you saw in the before was really rough, and worth less than a modern lodge skillet after I took the time to see if it was worth anything. It wasn't.I make sure to put a disclaimer on this project for users just like you. No offence taken. This piece was in the trash, rusted and rough before I...

My high end Finex skillet is machined after casting, its smooth and cooks like a dream. Don't worry, while you couldn't offend me, you need to read this: http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/11/the-truth-about-cast-iron.htmlMyth 6 is for you. Cast Iron is metal. Seasoning is plastzied oil. Shiny or rough, cast iron will cook the same because it is cast iron. Mine is just less rough. Old cast pieces were processed differently than today's. The 220 grit isn't required but the beautiful cast Iron you think you saw in the before was really rough, and worth less than a modern lodge skillet after I took the time to see if it was worth anything. It wasn't.I make sure to put a disclaimer on this project for users just like you. No offence taken. This piece was in the trash, rusted and rough before I scrubbed it and seasoned it to what you saw. I mean you no offence when I say if you want to warn people about making stuff out of stuff, you are on the wrong site. I used to think like you, but research into this changed my mind.

There will be a follow-up video... ;)

Yes. Please only do this on items that you can walk away from. After a few attempts you may perform this on high end newer pieces. Never do this on an item that is worth $$$ to a collector!