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Thank you both. We bought a dining table and chairs set made from this wood, from a charity shop ( a label on the chairs says it was made in India) and I've seen a number of items on the internet in the same wood, all described as Indian Rosewood (the picture I posted is from eBay). But while...

Can anyone please tell me if this is Indian Rosewood? Thank you

Thanks for that. I just wanted to be sure that the oil wouldn't interfere with the wax.

Hi. I've just bought a second hand table and chairs set (solid wood, made in India) and want to nourish and protect it. I thought of starting with a few applications of oil to hopefully get some moisture back in but I also want to wax it. My question is, would it be ok to wax it after the oil...

Thanks, I will when I figure out how to.

That's very good of you lurker, thanks.

Thanks, robgul. I found that very useful, and I agree with you about trying to get any manual or anything from B&Q; you've got more chance of going to the moon, but thanks anyway, Frank.

Hi. Can anyone please help me to obtain a user manual for model CLM1250RD. I think it may be Performance Pro brand from B&Q. It was given to me second-hand. There is also a number on the machine which may or not be relevant; 05016990. Any help appreciated. Thanks, Eric

I know I've been advised to start with just a few chisels and buy as I need them, but what about this set from Charnwood Machinery? A set of 6 high quality short chisels. Specially designed for working on small bench top lathes and ideal for small workpieces allowing all kinds of spindle work...

Thanks very much for your help. I will follow your advice on buying chisels. I already have a grinding wheel but need to dress (?) it as it has been worn unevenly. I also have the book you mentioned. Thanks again,

I'm a bit confused about the ones I've been looking at. It says it is HSS but that it is made from alloy steel. "8pc HSS Lathe Carving Wood Chisel Set. Gouge and Parting Tools. Made from high quality alloy steel. Precision ground cutting edges. 10 inch long wooden handles. Comes with wooden...

Hi. I'm just about to buy my first lathe and need to know which chisels to buy. I have a limited budget so can't afford top of the range. I've seen some made from alloy steel. Would that be OK Thanks Eric