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Hello, I want to build some bunk beds (stacking single beds). As much as i hate flat pack furniture, these need to be dismantle-able to enable me to get them in/out of the room. I want to use bolts and barrel nuts (also known as cross dowels), but having tried before, it's tricky to drill...

HELP! My Jet AFS 1000B Air filtration system, appears to have given up on life. I left it on the two hour timer after work on friday, but when i tried to use it today it wont turn on. It seems the thermo switch has popped, but it wont stay in when i press it. I've just checked the receipt and...

Well it seems my makita MLT100 table saw has packed up again. It's been in for two warranty repairs already, but now the warranty's expired (just) it seems to be well and truly dead. To be honest it just wasn't up to the job, despite it being rated "industrial". The motor suddenly started...

Apologies if this is in the wrong forum. I'm having problems with my Jet JTS-600 table saw. When i press the start button it gets up to speed, then trips the RCD to my workshop (every time). First i upgraded my RCD to a 100 amp version which should be able to handle anything. It worked a couple...

I need some kiln dried oak boards (2" thick) for a one-off table project. Unfortunately, as i'm in west Wales there isn't a local supplier, Can anyone recommend a good value online supplier for small amounts?

Hi, i'd like to have a go at fuming oak. Does anyone know where i can buy ammonia of a suitable strength, preferably online?

Hi, i usually finish with oil or wax as it's quick and easy. Whenever i use varnish i struggle to get a good end result (never smooth and shiny, more uneven and prickly!). I've just bough an HVLP spray system and the results aren't much better than my brush attempts. I'm using two coats of...

Hi, new member here! I'm currently turning my hobby into a business, and am looking to upgrade my workshop machinery. I'm doing lots of research online and this website is constantly popping up when searching for product reviews, and has been a great help. I'm not the world's greatest...