Straight answers to the questions that cost people money — written for first-time buyers, with the awkward details left in.
An angle grinder is simple to use and easy to buy wrong. These guides cover the things that catch buyers out: disc sizes, batteries, motors and staying safe.
The cordless grinders worth buying once batteries and chargers are priced in, and how to pick a platform.
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Clean cuts through box section, rebar and sheet without snatching, plus the discs that matter most.
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Complete brushless kits with batteries and charger for around £210 to £240.
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The power, depth and dust control you need for cutting slabs and grinding floors.
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Flat head, X-LOCK and variable speed grinders for bevelling, tack removal and finishing.
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Chip-free cuts in porcelain and ceramic, and the diamond blade that makes the difference.
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Safer grinder setups for carvers, and the discs to use and avoid.
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More power per pound and no batteries. The best 240v and 110v grinders.
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Compact 115mm grinders and 76mm mini cut-off tools for tight spaces.
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Speed dials for polishing, wire brushing and sanding, and the right rpm for each.
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18v LXT, 40v XGT and corded Makita grinders compared, with the model codes decoded.
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DCG404 to DCG460: which DeWalt to buy and whether you need Flexvolt.
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230mm grinders for slabs, kerbs and heavy steel, and how to handle one safely.
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The highest-output grinders in every size, and how to read power figures.
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Light 4.5 inch grinders for DIY, car work and finishing, and when to size up.
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