Like any other wonder kit they are displayed in the best possible light on the adverts and often dissapoint the first time you use them. Having said that they are not bad with a bit of practise and wonderful for stripping wallpaper.

As many people are unwilling to persevere with them why not try your local car boot fair - I got one for "dirty jobs" (engines and the like) for £5 - not so much to loose if you don't get on with it either!!

Cheers ID