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We have a tradition of exchanging Christmas tree decorations within the family so this year I thought I'd make our own. A simple tree. turned into a small copse. And in position on the tree next to Christmas mouse. I was struggling a bit with the size of my tools, my smallest skew is an...

I'll have to polish my saw....

I can't answer about using SWA but a similar thing happened at work a few years back and the electrician ran a 1 inch galvanised conduit between the two buildings, probably about 1m distance at 2m height. He put a slight bend in the tube so the middle was lower than the buildings either side for...

Try putting a straight edge on top to check it’s straight and flat. If it’s a cast iron type rest then you can use a fine file to clean and straighten it. Rubbing your finger along the top should be dead smooth.

If you're planning a lampshade I would first try a cutting a few thin veneers using a saw and shine a light through, I suspect the thinness you'd need to get any light through may be unturnable. Perhaps some firm of fluid may help to make the wood more translucent.

Have a look at this thread. Build a shed Mike's way, without concrete Loads of useful info, see the wall profile with OSB on inside.

Breathable membrane over the stud work, you can put the OSB on the inside, will make the shed more rigid but not necessary on such a small structure. Just make sure the frame is fitted with noggins.

I would recommend covering the outside with breathable membrane, add 2x1 battens and then add the featheredge. You can insulate and clad the inside if you ever see the need. It will make a nice draft proof fully water tight shed.

Thanks, the scraper is my weapon on choice, I'm going to have to go on a course as I just don't seem able to get a smooth surface straight from the bowl gouge, especially on the inside. It us getting better but very slowly....and I agree thank goodness for 80 grit paper.

Me too, I retired 3 years ago and it's been great to be able to do what you want when you want. Luckily my wife still works, now only one day per week, but it at least keeps my day of week clock on track, otherwise I have @Blister's problem. I think I do suffer with the same problem as...

I have loads of Ash which isn't the most interesting of wood but by carefully selecting the crotch of the tree and other intersections it's possible to get some wonderful grain. Absolute pig to turn though with all the grain running in different directions, really shows up my poor tool...

Well a 100m duct has an area of 3.142 * 50mm squared or 7855 square mm, say a screw projects 3mm and is 3mm wide then it blocks the flow by 9 square mm or 0.12%. Say you have 5 joints in the way then 10 screws, so yes your flow would be reduced by 1.2%. Conductive tape is available. Some...

Think of a Van de Graaff Generator, what sits at the top, a metal sphere to store all the accumulated static charge. Static charge can accumulate on any isolated material. It's the process of one material donating an electron to another that generates the negative static charge, normally by...

There's a fair choice. If your workshop floor is nice and flat you may get away with having 4 castors and brakes, whether all the castors are swivel or only 2 swivel is down to personal preference. I have both types and they each have their advantages depending on what your moving and the space...

The worst systems can be those that use metal ducting with a single earthing point and not physically attaching the joints and pipe together, either by drilling through the joint into the pipe and fitting a self tapper or bridging each junction with a cable. If the earth fails at any point...

Unfortunately its on the front page of-their website and I quote. "They're community spaces for men to connect, converse and create. The activities are often similar to those of garden sheds, but for groups of men to enjoy together. They help reduce loneliness and isolation, but most...

Finally John McGrath has pointed out the complete futility of grounding PVC pipe. If you're worried about static then use metal ducting, it's not a great deal more expensive, otherwise just use the PVC pipe as is and enjoy your woodwork, it's a none issue.

I’ve donated to tools with a mission. https://www.twam.uk/ But agree with local sheds that are being set up, I’ve got involved with the creation of our local shed and am quite amazed at what people donate. I’ve just collected a 1908 ish complete Drummond lathe and a load of accessories which...

I make things because I love too, if someone wants something I've made, I'm chuffed and give it to them with an understanding they make a donation to a charity. For me, as soon as someone asks for something specific, or a set of 'n' or I've charged money, then some of the enjoyment seems to...

Yes, I have it connected to a DX4000 (dual motor) dust extractor, it get's 80% of the dust (total guess) but every so often I do need to clean round the back of the saw. The dust collection is much better than an evolution I have and better than a dewalt 774 I borrowed but worse than a Makita...