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    Treating plywood boarding in garage

    Hi. We have insulated our garage using 10mm plywood. Any advice on a suitable coating to improve durability, especially to any potential damp? Thank you
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    Osb vs plywood

    Hi. Planning to insulate our new garage. We need to decide between OSB or plywood for the panels. Which to go for? The OSB is only slightly cheaper. I'm thinking the OSB will give a rather 'busy' look and be distracting in a workshop space, and be more difficult to paint if I later opt for...
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    Axminster HBS350N Hobby 14” Bandsaw (older) versus Axminster AC2305B Craft 12" (newer)

    Hi. Both bandsaws available second hand for similar price, and seemingly in good condition. Which one to go for? The older one is bigger, but quite a bit older, and seems to have the traditional style blade guides, the newer one has the ceramic style which seem to get mixed reviews. Thanks
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    Axminster Workshop AW1950B Bandsaw - 230V

    Hi. Any views on this, currently reduced by £50 from axminster, please? I could hold out for something equivalent second hand, my usual preference, but this is tempting to avoid the hassle of transportation, etc. I will be mainly woodturning, but seem to be coming across so many uses of a band...
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    Charnwood W796 dust extraction unit

    Hi. Please could I have opinions on the Charnwood W796 dust extraction unit. I will be mainly doing woodturning and therefore sanding, so perhaps this overkill for my workshop? But a reasonably priced second hand one has come up. Thanks
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    interlocking pvc or rubber mat floor tiles for woodworking garage workshop

    Hi. Anyone tried this type of system for flooring for a garage workshop? Or any other recommendations? Thanks https://duramat.co.uk/product/duratile-graphite-grey/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6dfT9raa_AIVTtPtCh3eNwK2EAQYAyABEgKS0fD_BwE
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    Magnetic light for lathing

    Hi. I came across this Gloforce Eyelight plus as an option for a magnetic light. Anyone familiar with this? Or any other recommendation?
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    What is the optimum positioning of the universal support on Tormek Supergrind 1200

    Hi. I recently acquired a Tormek Supergrind 1200. I have separately acquired a BGM-100 upgrade kit. I now have 2 options in order to reposition the universal support to a horizontal position which allows for sharpening away from the wheel turning direction which I understand is better. (At the...
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    Robert Sorby Sovereign Ultima Hollowing System

    Hi. Does anyone have experience of the Robert Sorby Sovereign Ultima Hollowing System, please? I am looking at a buying a hollowing tool. This seems to be a good versatile option and perhaps worth the outlay? Thanks
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    Wolverine sharpening system with Vari-grind

    Hi. Anyone had any experience of using the Wolverine system with Vari-grind attachment for sharpening bowl gouges? How does it compare to the Tormek jigs?
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    Garage workshop

    Hi. We are planning a new garage which will be partly for woodwork, also for general storage, bikes, etc. Any advice on partitioning or screens to avoid wood dust getting everywhere?
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    Sharpening wood turning chisels

    Hi. Please can you recommend the best system for sharpening chisels including a bowl gouge. There seem to be several wet stone sharpeners. I think one with a multi jig is necessary?
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    Wood-turning lathe

    Hi I have an opportunity to purchase a Coronet Herald lathe. I am new to wood-turning. It isn't cheap, but I get the impression that this is one of those moments when it might be worthwhile the investment. I would be grateful for views. Thanks
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