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I did my e-file training with Katie Barnes who is absolutely brilliant in Warwick, which isn't too far away from you (I think).

Oh that completely depend on the polish, if it doesn't cover nicely in one thin layer it isn't going to be useful for stamping. You can use the specific stamping polishes, but I also find CND creative play polish works well for stamping.

Sayeang k38 for me.

The Lexy lines come in 30 or 50 ml pots, and the colour and glitter gels in 17ml. If you contact sweet squared they can give you an approximate sets per pot and cost per service.

What don't you find good or clear?

As a very first check, does the bulbs have any cured product on them at all, or is the lamp dirty on the inside causing the light not to travel around inside it?

Good lighting is key!

I only use normal polish for stamping. Acrylic/water colour paints for more detailed work. Gel paints, or gel polish for the more "fast" or simple nail art, or where I want to use pigments or glitters on top of the artwork.

No, they should be used as two separate systems, see https://cnd.com/sites/default/files/pdf/product-profiles/Creative-Play-Gel-Polish-FAQ.pdf for more information and Q&As.

I use CND shellac and foils a lot, and the sticky layer is perfect for dabbing foils into it, for that kind of crackled effect. For full coverage, or if I try to get a whole patterns transferred I always use foil glue.

Sweet Squared is the distributor for LE in the UK.

I use CND Brisa and more recently Light Elegance. I have to say I really like LE at the moment, and have had nothing but positive experiences using their products.

as cideralla I really like the Crystal Nails brushes, especially my Barbara brush. I also have some super nice "normal" art brushes, but they don't tend to come with caps which is quite annoying I find.

I remember watching this video, by young nails using YN products. It might be useful to you if you haven't watched it already.

I trained with Sweet Sqaured in the Brisa gel enhancement system. I really rate their training and they now offer Light Elegance training as well, should you be more interested in that gel system.

I finish file using a hand file, but I don't do designs like ciderella so i rarely need to debulk a lot. :) On myself when my application can be very sloppy, or when I'm experimenting, I sometimes use my e-file to remove excess product to then continue with my hand file routine. I use an e-file...

I use a hand file!

If it's the colour coat shrinking from on top the base coat, I believe Gelish recomends you dry brush the cured base coat before applying your colour to eliminate shrinkage.

I use a ombre brush, or a small detailer brush, the trick with any blending though is to not be heavy handed!

Honestly, you'll love it, no need to stress about it! :)