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Ha ha, Ok Guys, I've been politely but forcibly been nudged into a new thread. I must pull some stuff together for you to see what I'm aiming at but the overall concept is as follows: The Passive Haus Institute in Germany promotes a build pretty much what you have described Mike. The house is...

Mike, Will do. I thought it might have been an idea for the base of Paul's structure. I haven't got enough info together yet for a new thread but I will in due course. Eoin

I'm in the process of designing my own house. My intention is to get as close to a 'passive haus' as possible while still remaining economical. Whats of note is the type of insulation that will take a structural load - 300KN/m2 I think. This allows one to have a foundation pad, draining...

I have a block rabbet plane and a shoulder plane and I'm sorry I didn't get an ordinary block plane. The shoulder plane does every thing I might have used the block rabbet plane for - in terms of its speciality function. As a shoulder plane is regarded as one of the important planes in a kit it...

What brands would be regarded as good quality?

Thanks very much to everyone so far. A special thanks to Derek for that detailed answer which has convinced me that the LV plane is the better option for me - I like a good looking plane but use is first off. Hopefully my fat hands will fit the LV tote comfortably. I've noticed a mixed view on...

That simple solution would be perfect except I'd have to fly to the UK to try both out. I'm stuck in the mail order world. Of course if I could try the planes in advance I'd probably not buy half the stuff I have. Eoin

Hey all, I'm currently considering one of these LA Jack Planes. The question is which one? Lie Nielsen or Veritas? Anybody got any views? One of the main reasons I want to get one of these is for shooting/chuting. So, is this Hotdog gadget from Lie Nielsen very useful. It really doesn't seem...

Would the price change be anything to do with currency? Canadian dollar vs US dollar...

Incidently, as well as the DMT Duosharp diamond plate (1200/600 grit) I also got an Ezelap 400 grit plate. There was no comparison between the two. While I did not use the Ezelap much I was really not inclined to use it. If nothing else it looked like a very poor relation. Further scientific...

I've been looking to nail down an efficient, practical method of sharpening for the past year. I've bought a range of waterstones, jigs, granite slabs, sand paper, grinders etc and I've been continually frustrated with set up, flattening and repeatability. This christmas I've finally cracked...

Tony, as has been said thats a fabulous piece. I'm tempted to make something similar as it would be appreciated by SWMBO as well as myself - as long as you're happy that imitation is the highest form of flattery!!! :) :) The design is spot on and has resurrected and idea I've been toying with...

Hey there, I've found direct contact (email) with Startrite or Record very helpful and on each occasion they were able to provide me with a PDF of the relevant manual. Eoin

If using self leveling compound note the following: If possible try to calc what you will need over all as you will have only shot at it. Don't panic, its not going to go off very quickly but you need to move things along promptly. Have everything ready. It all has to go on the floor together...

All I have to say is that is one very fine looking bow saw... Eoin Actually, does the steel band ever get in contact with the work piece?

James, I'm on your side of the water as well and I have a Record Maxi I'm trying to move on. Its not a top end model but it is compact and does what an amateur wood worker would want - table saw, planer, thicknesser and spindle moulder. Its accessorised with a wheel kit, tenoning set up and...

I understand what your asking for but I'm not sure if can help. However I'm pretty sure something like this is commercially available to the mech/elec industry to hang piping, ducting, cable trays etc. That might be an avenue if the product isn't too big. Eoin

Yeah, its a water cooled system. So there's no choice but to get the truing tool?

Hey all, I've gotten a Scheppach sharpening system in lieu of a Tormek (beginning to question the wisdom of that) and the wheel isn't square/level/flat. The diamond truing tool is fifty odd pounds - a cost I'd rather avoid. A new stone from Norton would be cheaper than the truing tool, should...

Thanks lads. I'm tending towards the a Stanley 45 or record 405. The plane you have highlighted Martin looked a nice buy until I was aked for an additional £30 to have it shipped. That was a little too saucy for me. However the hunt goes on. Eoin