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Thank you for the comment! I appreciate your concern and warnings. I would never use random, unknown metal nails. Everyone who watches and reads these comments should also be aware of the dangers around using just any metal. The nails were stainless, which I did mention in the video. However, I switched the stainless nails to stainless bolts with nuts, so they are secured to the steamer better. You can see the change in the lavender video. Again, thank you for the heads up. I will post the video where I show how to attach the bolts to clear up any confusion for future viewers. The lavender video shows the vegetable steamer with 3” stainless bolts instead of 3.5” stainless nails.

Beautiful! I didn’t hear when you said they were stainless. I’m just glad you’re aware.

I’m glad you commented, because if you missed it, other viewer might miss it too!

After re-watching, I noticed that I did not mention that the nails were stainless! Even more grateful that you pointed that out!!

Thanks for the referral. I watched the link and thought that method was pretty cool. I do enjoy the controlled explosion technique though! All the best!

I built the unit myself. I traced the duckbill mount onto 1/4” steel and cut it out. I drilled holes and bolted the duckbill to the cutout. I then welded the cutout to a 2” pipe. Subscribe to our channel so you can be notified when I complete work on a video that explains how I modified the tire changer. If you search on EBay for “modified duckbill tire changer” there are several ready made models available for purchase. Thank you for watching!

You can make one out of a 2x4 as well, if you don't have metal working gear. ruclips.net/video/W8MddFsFmgA/видео.html

Hi! I’m so excited that you have a still! I did a steam distillation with about 3 L of water beneath the vegetable steamer and herbs. I modified a vegetable steamer to be 3” tall. This way, the water sits beneath the herbs and the steam rises through them. You might want to also watch the lavender essential oil video for more details and tips! :) Feel free to ask more questions, I am thrilled to help!!!

Glad you found it helpful!

I used to use the ratchet strap. If starting fluid doesn’t get it done, I’ll go back. Still use the strap for small tires (lawnmower, log splitter, ect). Thanks for the comment!

@emmacurry7056, Great question! I changed the plant material for each run and cleaned out the still, adding new water to just below the steamer. Each run generated between 750mL and 1L of hydrosol, with the still holding about 2L of water beneath the steamer. With these volumes I am assured the still won’t run dry.

Wow! How exciting. Thank you. Stay tuned, as I am about to post the first essential oil post :)

You’re welcome! I am so glad I could show you what the vinegar run looks like. Unlike an essential oil run, steam is also coming through the collection tubing. The heat and the steam are what we’re after for that final cleaning stage. Stay tuned and be sure to keep us update with your steam distillation. Just a thought about the bamboo steamer: I wonder if any bamboo oils will be present in your final product.

Thank you so much!! I am glad you were able to learn something new.

I am thrilled that you loved my video. Thank you for your feedback!!