Ali Mac wrote:
"[news]" wrote in message
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Lobster wrote:
Ages ago I remember seeing a sort-of manual cement mixer; can't
recall details as I wasn't particulary interested at the time,
but I think it was a drum with mixing vanes that you rolled
about on the ground or something?
SNIP

I have just ordered one, but haven't got it yet. They're called
ODJOB mixers and they look great. They take up to a bag of
plaster or sand/cement and there's a table so that you can add
the exact amount of water. Then you roll it on the ground for a
minute and it's all mixed. That's the theory anyway. I'll let you
know how I get on.

I very rarely use ours, it's been a disappointment. Needs a long flat
surface to roll on, or it's hard work. Also needs an accurate judge of the
mix, because opening and reclosing quickly clogs the threads. I generally
shovel-mix small batches in a wheelbarrow now.