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Hi Marcus, I don't usually comment on stylistic posts but since this is for a gallery exhibit which is clearly inciting critique then I'll break my silence. Whilst the piece is indeed a wonderful example of fine craftsmanship in a rustic style, its provenance doesn't quite stand up to my eye -...

Hi BSM, I ordered from these guys back in 2007: http://www.diy-kitchens.com/shopdisplaycategories.asp?id=152&cat=Timber+Work+Surfaces. They gave good service and were price competitive at the time. Also, they will send out samples for a small charge and refund you that cost if you...

I'm very tempted - although my parents are down for the weekend so I'll have to play it by ear. I assume that you will be there from 10am Roger? Cheers, C

Hi Vinny, I can't speak for all shows but I went to a Record Power event at Tewkesbury Saw Company in March, on a mission to refresh my workshop machinery and paid about 15% below what other online suppliers were asking for the same kit list. However, I bought a lot of kit and was in contact...

I've also got the Screwfix Erbauer router and I'm really pleased with it. The device has performed very well during a couple of oak worktop installations and lots of circle cutting in MDF - good value for money. HTH, C

Well done Chems! You must feel very satisfied?

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Dear all, Can anyone recommend a manufacturer of good quality screwdrivers? I want to invest in a decent set that will last. Cheers, C

Are you taking the pineapple?

I actually lifted (re-fitted) the sink and toilet when installing some ash flooring - by far the most aesthetic solution, anything else is simply a bodge!

I'll forgive the flippancy Roger :lol: but I want open racks to allow the timber to dry as it is all very wet at the moment.

Sadly I don't have the balls to run my own company and therefore repeatedly try to convince myself that working as an employee stuck behind a computer all day is a reasonable price to pay for financial stability :roll: . Oh how I'd love to be a self employed carpenter/arborist/property...

That is exactly what I'm concerned about. FYI, you probably already know this, if that pole is on your land and feeds any of your neighbouring properties then you are entitled to a small rental payment from the utility company. I get ~£75/annum for two poles (one has a transformer). I'll shut...

Hi Dave, I didn't know Gloucestershire had started doing that but you are mistaken about Herefordshire/Worcestershire since they run a resident permit scheme as described at the following link...

Hi Roger, Coincidentally, I'm also intending to install a timber storage rack but have yet to purchase/fabricate a suitable system. At what distance are you planning to space the uprights? Cheers, C

Thanks Roger, I completely agree with you provided that I bought second hand, otherwise the two year depreciation on a new trailer is a considerably useful sum of money given my other expenses at the moment. Here in lies the rub... Cheers, C

Thank you, very much appreciated! You're lucky, I had a wrinkly helper but he is currently out of order through a combination of sciatica, tinnitus and a slipped disc - poor pipper... Cheers, Chris

Many thanks to all of you that replied! Reading the NTTA website (thanks NT) has really 'put the cat amongst the pidgeons' - I only have a class B license and my best towing vehicle can only haul a braked trailer with a MAM of 1800Kg, unbraked at 750Kg. This revelation rules out the £800...

Dear All, I am teetering on the brink of buying/building a cargo trailer. As I have no experience of using one I would appreciate your input. Mandatory requirements: 1. Carry at least 1000Kg of sand/gravel/topsoil. 2. Bed size suitable to transport a ride on mower with dimensions 109x211cm...

I'm liking that very much indeed - what a great idea! Thanks, C