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Thanks for the replies, I will dry it out and see how it goes!

Hi, I had some softwood stored under a tarpaulin for the last few months. I uncovered it today and around 50% of the timber has mold patches on it. Can this be saved or should it all be binned? Thanks MrD

Thanks for all your suggestions and advice. I think I will use my cheap circular saw to rip the rails off and try an old cheap plane and see where I get to. Although not until all this snow goes! Cheers, MrD

Thanks for the link JS - usefull info. OPJ - had not really thought about that. I guess my plan was to break down the parts and see what I could use. Maybe the edge where the mortice is could be facing down so it is not visible. It is going to be a workbench so practical is more important...

Hi, I have 3 reclaimed solid wood doors that I would like to recycle into the base for a workbench. My idea is to break them down into the rails and stiles and then machine them on my new P/T and use them for them for my workbench. Problem is they are either painted white or have horrible...

Thanks for your replies, especially BHENRY1 who may have convived me. Just looking at fesstolowners website thanks Chippy. Gasman, I had looked at that but seems expensive when you add all the bits up. Thanks MrD

Hi, Anyone have one of these saws? If so how do you rate them? Cannot seem to find much info on them. Thanks MrD

Thanks again guys. I am in West Yorkshire (I have updated my profile) so if anyone knows a saw doctor locally it would be most appreciated.

Thanks promhandicam, they do look a cheap option! chippy1970, I will need to re-think now. I am on my 2nd blade, the first lasted only 10 or so diy projects. I was having to really push the saw and getting burning smells. At first I thought the saw was out of line and contacted festool. I...

Hi, I have a festool ts55 saw which I am very happy with however the replacement blades cost between £40 and £50 each. I recently spotted Tornado blades at Rutlands especially for the TS55, same kerf etc. They are on offer at £17.55...

Hi JK, No problem telling you the cost if I knew exactly! I had been buying parts like locks and double glazing for months before the build as I had some spare cash but here is a basic breakdown of the main costs: timber for framing: £150 Shiplap for external walls: £400 Floorboards for floor...

Thanks for all the comments. Kingcod, the floor was suspended off the ground. Where it did contact I placed damp proof course from wickes. The celetex was held in the bottom of the joist with several nails but I was not sure if this would hold so yes I sealed the top as well before putting the...

wow - you guys must live in bad areas! My last house I was burgled twice in one year but they did not touch my shed. Thanks for the insight.

Hi, The workshop is 4.5m * 3m and is a nice size for me. Security is a concern so I will have blinds on my windows and several good locks. The insides of the doors will be 12mm ply so very sturdy and I have security firedoor hinges and strong double glazing. I went for 10mm armoured cable as...

Hi Triggaaar, I will explain as I post more pics and descriptions but quickly: 1. Beef up the foundations - amazed at how much weight they have to hold even before the tools go in! 2. Apply for planning permission and make the roof higher - will annoy me I am sure 3. Get some help - doing all...

Hi All, After many months planning and even more months building I am reaching the end of the construction of my new workshop and am nearly ready to move in. Many members of this forum have been invaluable in helping me with questions and with their great and detailed workshop build posts so...

Thanks Wizer - they are available on Axminster website - how about their benches?

Thanks for your replies Karl & Si. It is just for home use - what do you class as abuse?

Hi, I have seen many great designs of workbench's that have been built by members. i have considered building my own however due to my work commitments this is not really an option. So, if you had £300 - £1000 max to spend on a ready made bench what would it be and why?

Karl, Is that for a reason? Harder to sharpen or risk of damaging?