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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

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...

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

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 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...

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?

Hi, After 25 years of dabbling with woodwork I decided to get myself some decent tools and have a go at making some projects. I treated myself to a Lie Nielsen No.5 plane but just wondered what peoples thoughts were on using this on a day to day basis for general tasks e.g. planing a door...

Hi, I am just about to start making some simple window frames for my new workshop. I have 2 double glazing units that measure 51cm by 99.5cm. The frame I am making from Kiln dried oak I got cheap from ebay. The windows will not open. My question is how much larger should the inside of the...

Hi, What would be the minimum angle for a ridge beam and rafter type roof? Would 10 degrees but too low? Thanks MrD

Hi, Just started my new workshop build and wanted some advice on floor insulation. The floor will be 2*4 joists at 600mm centers with 25mm redwood floorboards on top. This is all set on bricks off the ground to allow air flow. I want to add insulation before I add the floorboards however I am...

Hi, I am planning my new workshop and have been looking at the various methods that people have used to build the walls. I have settled on the following, from the inside out: 9mm Ply Vapour barrier 4*2 frame filled with 90mm Rockwool slabs Breathable membrame 20mm slats 16mm Shiplap. All...

Hi, I am in the process of designing a new workshop and am looking for some advice on extraction. I have a Festool CTL Midi vacuum extractor which I use with my router and plunge saw. I have recently purchased a table top planer thicknesser and a small bandsaw both with roughly 2.5" outlets...

Hi, I am new here but I have been reading workshop builds on UKWorkshop with great interest. Members like Calrsberg, Shultzy & Redhill Red have inspired me with their builds. My current workshop is 10 x 8 foot and was my first build. I started with blocks like Carlsberg and laid a timber...