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I am currently working as a labourer on a building and carpentry company, Im trying to find a carpentry course that can be completed in evening or weekends so i can work towards being qualified, does anyone know of any colleges or training providers around? Thanks Tom

Hi, Im in need of a saw to learn to cut joints with such as dovetails etc.... im in two minds either getting a japanese saw (however not sure what type i would be most suited too) or possibly a veritas dovetail saw. Any advice appreciated Tom

Hi, I was given the saw from work as the handle had been broken and wasn't worth their time to fix it. I have the parts now to fix it and have fitted the handle itself, the part I am struggling with is the two red buttons that release the guard electronically. Would anyone know where I could...

Yesterday i thought i would give making a shooting board a go. it seemed a good idea to make one as keeping my mitre saw accurate is a bit of a pain. i used a 22mm mdf with a piece of 9mm on top that I had lying about then a block at the end. I was trying to use my No.5 but I either couldn't...

Ive recently got the Makpack tote for my stack. however I've seen pictures of a smaller/shallower tote like Festool do. Is this something thats available in the UK? if so would anyone have any advice where to get one? Tom

At the moment I only have a 110v plunge saw however need to get a transformer. I'm looking at a defender 1 KVA transformer, as its nice and small. would this be fine to run the saw off? Then in future possibly and extractor and maybe mitre saw or would i need a bigger transformer to cope...

Hi, I'm looking into a career in carpentry/ joinery. My first thought is to look into getting an apprenticeship, however the potential apprentice rate of pay is making me question whether it would be viable as i am finishing uni so will have overheads such as rent, bills etc to cover. My...

Ive taken the plunge (literally) and got a Makita plunge saw. next on my list is a dust extractor. I've been looking online and there doesnt seem to be many that have the power take off option on the 110v options. I think the Festool is a little out my price range can anyone recommend me one...

Im going to make some flat panel shaker style doors, however i don't have a router table, I'm not sure whether my Bosch trim style router would be powerful enough to do this. or would a router table be the only real safe option for making this type of cut. I was thinking of making them the...

Hi I'm going to be making a free standing tv unit, id like to make some shaker style doors for it, however i don't have a router table or a table saw. are there any other simple ways to make these doors. could i just glue pieces to the front to give the effect? Tom

Hi all, I've got to the point where a trip the the car and back is more than a couple of trips. i know Makita makes their own trolley however at around £100 its quite pricey. What do people on here use to wheel their gear about? I'm tempted to get one of the cheap folding trolleys off of...

Im currently in my Final year of university studying Business Management. However I've always had an interested in working with wood since a young age, then all my part time jobs have been maintenance/ handyman based. Im starting to question whether i should just take the plunge and get...

Might sound like a bit of a weird debate but... Im going to be ordering a Makita track saw. Currently I'm not working site so don't really have the need for 110v. I work as a handyman part time local whilst finishing Uni where i guess could be useful as other contractors seem to use 110...

I have started organising my tools into makpack boxes, However i have a Dewalt biscuit jointer. Apart from the obvious controversy of Dewalt tool in a Makita box. What are the cahances that the dewalt biscuit jointer will be a similar enough size and shape to slot into the makpack insert for...

Hi, Im looking at starting to organise my tools into stacking boxes, I originally started looking at Makita makpack boxes. I read some reviews of people saying the latches can be very stiff. which leads me onto the Sealey boxes. they appear to be slightly different in design. I'm assuming...

Hi, I have been looking on the web, id love a Dewalt table saw however i can afford one at the minute. but i saw the evolution on the web and it appears to be of a good quality for a lot lower price. I was wondering if anyone has used the evolution or the Dewalt. Or would the Dewalt be worth...

Hi all, Im making a shop sign for work, my boss would like the sign to have a weathered or aged look to the wood. is there a way i can do this reasonably simply or would it take more effort than its worth to achieve a satisfactory look? Thanks Tom

Hi, I'm going to be making a top for a counter, the top has to be three meters long, however i only have four long clamps long enough to co across the width of them glues up. I was wondering could i use pocket hole screws to pull the edges together or would this pull the board to the side the...

Hi, I have recently been given a Stanley number four and a five. I am new to planes but i think a block plane would be a good idea to add to the toolbox. Could anyone suggest a good block plane to get started with, not sure if i should be looking for another old Stanley. I also don't want to...

hi, I've just been given some older chisels, I'm attempting to sharpen them however I'm a tad confused with what angle to aim for with a honing guide. Some say 30 degrees some say 25, is it a case of both or one or the other. Im not sure anything super technical will benefit me at my current...