Recent content by Kayen

I would suggest you stop thinking you're self-employed, but rather you're running a business - and run your business like a corporation runs its business. Everything should be billed for - from workshop/storage/garage/desk space etc. vehicles, insurance, tools, equipment, waste removal, and...

I might embarrass myself here - does it have a drive belt? If so, have you checked it . . . . . ?

I think it can be different if you are a mid-sized company with employees - I however do everything (with the help of my wife) from the initial consultation to the final fit - so it becomes (perhaps) a bit more personal, we often end up sitting down having lunch or dinner with our clients and...

The first thing I do upon getting a work inquiry is to jump on Google maps and have a look at their house - if they live in a house like mine I know they're not my sort of client! Finding the right clients is the key to getting paid properly for your work - everyone wants bespoke, custom-made...

Yeah I think I got it from my wife when she uses my 1" Marples chisel to open a paint can 😭

Nothing more to add, but just wanted to say what a beautiful job you had made of it and with a great-looking finish. I'm glad you're ready to take on the challenge again and I hope you re-post it (y)

A lot depends upon what you're cutting. When cutting board materials, the fence extending beyond the back of the blade (and beyond) gives something to run on as the cut is finished - this can help if a perfectly straight cut is required. When ripping down sawn timber boards in order to plane...

I saw that Peter did a review on the T12 - it looks nice but ginormous!

It is, I've got one of them too!

There's one here...

Have you considered the DeWalt 622K Router - it's a rare find, but a beautiful router with integrated dust extraction. You can often find second-hand ones in excellent condition for £200-£300 on eBay.

You will definitely need a 150mm random orbital sander. If you're going to succeed professionally, you will need to produce a high-quality finish very efficiently. I have a Metabo SXE 450 Turbo Tec (circa £160), it's every bit as good as a Festool or Mirka IMO, perhaps a bit heavier, but that's...

Nice job! I too have just finished a chessboard - I made square pieces :D

A 2mm round over bit gives the perfect finish imo. I paid £12ish from Amazon - it has 4 cutting edges and gets a lot of use, and still good 6 months on.

I find it a lot easier to stick to certain types of work, in my case fitted furniture. I usually know the price before I've left the client's house at the initial consultation because I price everything on a linear metre - Open (basic) bookshelves £800 per linear mtr - basic (MFC) wardrobes...