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It is largely a matter of branding so the quality level is consistent across the range. However there are build differences, eg, RP supply theirs with CI tables, but to take the extra weight, they have a heavier support system with retractable castors.. They also have a cutter guard attached to...

The RP from D&M looks a good deal at the moment

The Axminster one has 41 reviews and only 6 of those are under 4\5 star, so plenty of +ve feedback. All the machines in your price range are of similar quality so you must expect some niggles on the periphal features like table clamping and dust extraction ports seem to be a constant source of...

Here's my suggestion for the main structure Brick build the carcass from say 10 & 16mm ply. These would be straight lengths and curved 'hockey sticks' about 50mm wide. They would be built up in modules of 3 x 16mm ply and 1 x 10mm ply. The 48mm modules would then be lipped with 3 x 6mm laminas...

SAFE or UNSAFE? I won't give you the full tale of woe I've recently experienced in buying a new bench drill fresh out of China. The good news is that I got to return it and a full refund without too much trouble. My point here is that the machine sported a 'fully interlocked, failsafe safety...

For a garage setup I would concur with the RP/Metabo HC260 type machines. That's the direction I'm heading so I would say that wouldn't I? They come up pretty frequently on the s/h market so set up searches on eBay and Facebook and you'll get a feel for the market. I would advise getting your...

That's the best way to do it. Not worth buying it and, anyway, OL is more environmentally friendly.

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You'll need to think about long term protection from UV degradation if the piece is to retain its initial vibrancy. In my (limited) experience colour tinted stains can look dull after a couple of years. Also the basic timber shade will darken quickly as the surface is exposed to daylight. I once...

The USBs look like dust traps

I think I can see what you are getting at but not 100% certain. It is something that can be worked out using basic trig equations. As they say on Dragons Den, I shall not be investing any more time on this, I'm out. The question that remains in my mind is WHY. Why a butt joint and not a mitre? Brian

A sketch would be helpful

Use an online calculator such as Compound Miter Saw Calculator

The formula I was taught was to charge 4 x the material cost for standard furniture making. If the client wanted special embellishments or exotic timbers then the quote should be enhanced. It may be the case these days that the price of timber has inflated faster than the reasonable labour rate...

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I took the opposite view. Those were a few quiet days in the office when I could deal with the accumulation of those little, low priority actions.Then I could start the new year with a clear desk, ready for the onslaught of what the world might throw at me. Brian

Establish myself in a garage workshop 1/4 the the size of my present shop. I may have to resort to a machine shop in the garage and a separate shed with a bench. Time will tell. Brian

Can't imagine what the cold chisel was intended for. I've got a keyhole saw but it's about the most useless tool I've ever owned. Brian

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If you are buying new customer service is important. If the item has got a problem it's going to show up pretty soon so you need a good response from the vendor. I'm currently resolving an issue with a brand new Einhell. Although it's a German company, it's a generic Chinese product but the...