Jul. 07, 2025
Better tools let you do better work, and with that comes the confidence that you can handle routine home problems. Here’s what to get when you’re ready to upgrade from a basic preassembled toolkit.
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Anyone putting together a toolbox should start with these versatile basics.
A screwdriver may not be as fast as a drill/driver, but it can be better for tight spaces, delicate jobs, and anywhere you need a better feel. Ratcheting models add convenience by letting you turn and reset without removing the bit from the screw.
A truly excellent screwdriverThe MegaPro is the most well-rounded screwdriver we found. It has an ergonomic handle and a smooth ratcheting action, and it comes with all the right bits, storing them conveniently in the handle.
A truly excellent screwdriver Megapro 13-in-1 Ratcheting Driver 211R2C36RD Read the reviewThe MegaPro is the most well-rounded screwdriver we found. It has an ergonomic handle and a smooth ratcheting action, and it comes with all the right bits, storing them conveniently in the handle.
Same screwdriver, different colorIn side-by-side tests, the Channellock and MegaPro performed identically. Other than the color, they’re exactly the same tools. Get whichever costs less.
Same screwdriver, different color Channellock 131CB 13-in-1 Multi-Bit Ratcheting Screwdriver Read the reviewIn side-by-side tests, the Channellock and MegaPro performed identically. Other than the color, they’re exactly the same tools. Get whichever costs less.
A good utility knife not only makes quick work of breaking down boxes for recycling and opening plastic packaging but also handles serious tasks like trimming rug pads, slicing open a painted-shut window, or scoring drywall.
The best utility knifeThe 48-22- Fastback can be quickly opened and closed with one hand, and it provides a secure grip and a spot to store five extra blades.
The best utility knife Milwaukee 48-22- Fastback Utility Knife with Blade Storage Read the reviewThe 48-22- Fastback can be quickly opened and closed with one hand, and it provides a secure grip and a spot to store five extra blades.
Similar, but no blade storageThis less expensive version of our pick has the same one-handed action, but it lacks the blade storage.
Similar, but no blade storage Milwaukee 48-22- Fastback Folding Utility Knife Read the reviewThis less expensive version of our pick has the same one-handed action, but it lacks the blade storage.
The best hammers are hefty enough to handle big nails, delicate enough to tack up picture hangers, easy to grip, comfortable to swing, and built to last forever.
A versatile classicAny steel Estwing hammer is a well-balanced striking and demolition tool that redefines what “durable” can mean, and this particular size is easy for most people to swing, with a classic curved claw for easy nail prying.
A versatile classic Estwing E3-16C Read the reviewAny steel Estwing hammer is a well-balanced striking and demolition tool that redefines what “durable” can mean, and this particular size is easy for most people to swing, with a classic curved claw for easy nail prying.
Ideal for lighter workA smaller version of our main pick, this hammer is perfect if you're mainly hanging photos or putting furniture together.
Ideal for lighter work Estwing E3-12C Read the reviewA smaller version of our main pick, this hammer is perfect if you're mainly hanging photos or putting furniture together.
With tape measures, less is more: Look for a tough, durable blade, a smooth, strong lock, and a design stiff enough to stand out several feet yet slim enough to lie flat on a surface. You can skip extra features like auto-locking.
A classic by any measureThe PowerLock is easy to use, durable, affordable, accurate, and capable of doing its job without additional features that aren’t necessary for around-the-house work.
A classic by any measure Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure 25-Foot Read the reviewThe PowerLock is easy to use, durable, affordable, accurate, and capable of doing its job without additional features that aren’t necessary for around-the-house work.
A bigger, tougher optionWith a wider tape, a longer standout, and tougher parts than our pick, the FatMax balances rugged performance with a body that’s (just barely) not too big to be manageable.
A bigger, tougher option Stanley 33-725 25-Feet FatMax Tape Measure Read the reviewWith a wider tape, a longer standout, and tougher parts than our pick, the FatMax balances rugged performance with a body that’s (just barely) not too big to be manageable.
A good adjustable wrench can stand in for a much nicer set of wrenches or sockets to take care of nuts and bolts around the house. It should get into tight spaces, open its jaws wide, and hold a setting under pressure.
Versatile width and a comfortable gripThe Channellock 8WCB has the jaw capacity of a much larger wrench, plus smooth jaw adjustment and a comfortable, padded gripping area.
Versatile width and a comfortable grip Channellock 8WCB WideAzz 8-Inch Adjustable Wrench Read the reviewThe Channellock 8WCB has the jaw capacity of a much larger wrench, plus smooth jaw adjustment and a comfortable, padded gripping area.
Nice jaws, no paddingThe Milwaukee 48-22- has a wide jaw but lacks a padded handle, and the jaws are a hair thicker and a hair shorter, so it’s not as good in the tightest of spots.
Nice jaws, no padding Milwaukee 48-22- 8-Inch Wide Jaw Adjustable Wrench Read the reviewThe Milwaukee 48-22- has a wide jaw but lacks a padded handle, and the jaws are a hair thicker and a hair shorter, so it’s not as good in the tightest of spots.
More than just a secure, organized place for tools, a great toolbox is big enough to hold everything but not so huge that you can’t carry it. And it has enough organization that you can fit (and find) all the tools here plus some spare hardware, too.
Tough, organized, and convenientThis toolbox stores tools vertically, keeping them well organized and easy to grab. While you're carrying it around, the weight doesn’t shift. And with the lid on, it can serve as a seat.
Tough, organized, and convenient Milwaukee 13″ Jobsite Work Box Read the reviewThis toolbox stores tools vertically, keeping them well organized and easy to grab. While you're carrying it around, the weight doesn’t shift. And with the lid on, it can serve as a seat.
Straightforward and satisfyingThis Stanley model doesn’t have the durability or the organized tool storage of our main pick, but it does offer a lot of options for storing smaller items like screws, glue, and picture hangers. It's a nice pick for apartment dwellers.
Straightforward and satisfying Stanley Click ’N’ Connect 2-in-1 Tool Box Read the reviewThis Stanley model doesn’t have the durability or the organized tool storage of our main pick, but it does offer a lot of options for storing smaller items like screws, glue, and picture hangers. It's a nice pick for apartment dwellers.
For things like mirrors and shelves, mounting to a stud is always a good idea—and for heavier things like cabinets or TV brackets, doing so is a must. A good stud finder lets you find the right place to sink a screw securely.
Reliable and accurateEquipped with two magnets, the C.H. Hanson is a basic, durable stud finder that scans twice as fast as the rest without requiring batteries or calibration.
Reliable and accurate C.H. Hanson Magnetic Stud FinderEquipped with two magnets, the C.H. Hanson is a basic, durable stud finder that scans twice as fast as the rest without requiring batteries or calibration.
An electronic optionThe most accurate electronic stud finder we tested scans the wall in 13 places to display the entire width of a stud, and unlike the competition, does not require a fussy calibration process.
An electronic option Franklin Sensors ProSensor 710The most accurate electronic stud finder we tested scans the wall in 13 places to display the entire width of a stud, and unlike the competition, does not require a fussy calibration process.
An excellent little levelOf all the under-$20 torpedo levels we’ve tested, the PH 22 is the easiest to read, even in the dark. It’s durable, rigid, and the only one with a square edge that helps you mark cuts or lay out projects.
An excellent little level Sola PH 22 Flooring Level Read the reviewOf all the under-$20 torpedo levels we’ve tested, the PH 22 is the easiest to read, even in the dark. It’s durable, rigid, and the only one with a square edge that helps you mark cuts or lay out projects.
Tougher, more accurate, more expensiveThe Sola MM 5 25 costs a lot more than the rest, but its aluminum body, removable magnet, and shaded vials for increased visibility make it the best torpedo level for the serious DIY-er.
Tougher, more accurate, more expensive Sola MM 5 25 Read the reviewThe Sola MM 5 25 costs a lot more than the rest, but its aluminum body, removable magnet, and shaded vials for increased visibility make it the best torpedo level for the serious DIY-er.
Sharp, safe, and swiftThree carpenters were blown away by how fast the Shark handsaw cut. Its pull-stroke cutting style is very accurate and easier to use than a traditional push-stroke saw.
Sharp, safe, and swift Shark 10- Carpentry Saw 15-Inch Read the reviewThree carpenters were blown away by how fast the Shark handsaw cut. Its pull-stroke cutting style is very accurate and easier to use than a traditional push-stroke saw.
Not quite as quick a cutAlthough the Irwin is not as fast at cutting as the Shark, it’s a very nice saw with a comfortable handle.
Not quite as quick a cut Irwin 15-inch Carpentry Pull Saw Read the reviewAlthough the Irwin is not as fast at cutting as the Shark, it’s a very nice saw with a comfortable handle.
Between opening paint cans, scraping old coatings out of corners, and filling in for a putty knife on patching work, a good painter’s multitool can assist with every part of the painting process except for the actual painting.
Maximum utilityThis is the only painter’s multitool we found that cleans two sizes of roller covers, and it can also open paint cans, scrape old plaster, and crack a beer, among many other tasks.
Maximum utility Hyde 17-in-1 Read the reviewThis is the only painter’s multitool we found that cleans two sizes of roller covers, and it can also open paint cans, scrape old plaster, and crack a beer, among many other tasks.
A solid standardThe Hyde 6-in-1 doesn’t have the best features of our main pick, but it’s cheap, and you can still use it to open a can of paint, scrape, apply putty, and clean a large roller.
A solid standard Hyde 6-in-1 MultiTool Read the reviewThe Hyde 6-in-1 doesn’t have the best features of our main pick, but it’s cheap, and you can still use it to open a can of paint, scrape, apply putty, and clean a large roller.
Great locking pliers (aka Vise-Grips) combine smooth, precise adjustability with aggressive gripping strength, giving you the ability to grab firmly onto a small object, let go of the pliers, and know that it’s keeping the grip while you work.
Strength, with finesseThe build quality and mechanics of the Grip-On far exceed those of the other models we looked at. All of our testers were surprised that a pair of locking pliers could be so smooth.
Strength, with finesse Grip-On 111-10 Read the reviewThe build quality and mechanics of the Grip-On far exceed those of the other models we looked at. All of our testers were surprised that a pair of locking pliers could be so smooth.
Similar design, not as refinedThe Blackhawk has a design similar to the Grip-On plus a comfortable padded handle, but the build quality isn’t as good.
Similar design, not as refined Blackhawk PT--2 Read the reviewThe Blackhawk has a design similar to the Grip-On plus a comfortable padded handle, but the build quality isn’t as good.
You have to reach, grab, and pull small objects in tight spaces constantly in home repair. A good set of needle-nose pliers makes that easier, and for DIY electrical work on fixtures and switches, this tool and a screwdriver are all you need.
Pliers you can loveThe thick jaws of the Klein pliers make them the perfect tool for grabbing, twisting, and snipping wires (or reaching for a toy behind the couch). They’re pricey, but we think they’re worth it.
Pliers you can love Klein J203-8 Heavy Duty Journeyman Pliers Read the reviewThe thick jaws of the Klein pliers make them the perfect tool for grabbing, twisting, and snipping wires (or reaching for a toy behind the couch). They’re pricey, but we think they’re worth it.
Still good, far cheaperThe jaws aren’t as precise, the pivot isn’t as smooth, and the grip isn’t as secure—but if the Klein pair is beyond your budget, these pliers, at about half the price, will get the job done.
Still good, far cheaper Stanley 89-870 FatMax Long Nose Pliers Read the reviewThe jaws aren’t as precise, the pivot isn’t as smooth, and the grip isn’t as secure—but if the Klein pair is beyond your budget, these pliers, at about half the price, will get the job done.
The most useful all-around gripping tool to have at home is a pair of adjustable pliers. The large jaws can open wide yet remain parallel to each other, making them perfect for grabbing nuts, bolts, pipes, and all kinds of plumbing.
Strong grip, easy adjustmentThe 10-inch Irwin GrooveLock pair has a lifetime warranty, an impressively easy push-button locking system, and comfortable handles.
Strong grip, easy adjustment Irwin Vise-Grip GV10 10-Inch GrooveLock Pliers Read the reviewThe 10-inch Irwin GrooveLock pair has a lifetime warranty, an impressively easy push-button locking system, and comfortable handles.
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If you want the absolute bestExceeding the competition by every measure—with a higher price to match—the Knipex Cobra's self-locking feature is flawless, and its jaws adjust to 25 different positions.
If you want the absolute best Knipex 87 02 250 10-Inch Cobra Water Pump Pliers Read the reviewExceeding the competition by every measure—with a higher price to match—the Knipex Cobra's self-locking feature is flawless, and its jaws adjust to 25 different positions.
Hex wrenches or keys (aka Allen wrenches) are essential for installing towel bars, tightening door handles, or assembling IKEA furniture. A good set is well-organized, with wrenches that are easier to store and access.
Standard tools, superior caseThese hex keys (also known as Allen wrenches) are ideal for tight spots, and their easy-to-use case makes it simple to remove and replace even the tiniest wrenches. Backed by a lifetime guarantee.
Standard tools, superior case Tekton 26-piece Long Arm Ball Hex Key Wrench Set Read the reviewThese hex keys (also known as Allen wrenches) are ideal for tight spots, and their easy-to-use case makes it simple to remove and replace even the tiniest wrenches. Backed by a lifetime guarantee.
Good quality, less organizedThese are better-quality wrenches, but they’re more expensive than our main pick. The case doesn’t fold open, so access can be a little awkward.
Good quality, less organized Bondhus L-Wrench Double Pack Read the reviewThese are better-quality wrenches, but they’re more expensive than our main pick. The case doesn’t fold open, so access can be a little awkward.
If you need to change a toy’s batteries, swap out a thermostat, or tighten your sunglasses, you need a precision screwdriver. A basic tool with bit storage is enough for most people, but we also found a comprehensive set for electronics enthusiasts.
Simple but completeThe Maxcraft precision screwdriver is inexpensive and basic, but its onboard bit storage, knurled grip, and good bit selection can meet most people’s needs for working with electronics, toys, and other small hardware.
Simple but complete Maxcraft 7-in-1 Read the reviewThe Maxcraft precision screwdriver is inexpensive and basic, but its onboard bit storage, knurled grip, and good bit selection can meet most people’s needs for working with electronics, toys, and other small hardware.
The enthusiast’s upgradeThe iFixit 64-bit kit has every bit you could ever need for computer and appliance repair, plus many convenient features like a spinning rear cap and a flexible stem. Most people don’t need this much, but this screwdriver has it all.
The enthusiast’s upgrade iFixit Mako Driver Kit Read the reviewThe iFixit 64-bit kit has every bit you could ever need for computer and appliance repair, plus many convenient features like a spinning rear cap and a flexible stem. Most people don’t need this much, but this screwdriver has it all.
These tools may seem perfect for a well-stocked home toolbox, but they’re more for tradespeople, hobbyists, or those who need to work on vehicles.
Although this is essential for work on vehicles and other machinery, most homeowners can get by with an adjustable wrench (or two) and some versatile pliers.
These are great for banging two-by-fours into position, but they’re often too heavy, long, and unwieldy for general around-the-house work, like tapping in picture hangers.
These will be some of the first tools you’ll need if you take up woodworking, and they may come up if you’re doing finish carpentry at home. But until you get into that, hold off.
The saying ‘you can never have enough tools’ is often justified, particularly when you are faced with a difficult job, where a tool you hardly use but happen to have, can complete the task. Working on the premise that most applications on the job site involve cutting, gripping, striking, turning, measuring, and marking; we have compiled this article ’16 Different Types of Hand Tools and Their Uses’ to list 16 different types of hand tools that should feature on anyone’s list when building their tool kit.
Tools have been selected from quality manufacturers and have useable features, are safe to use and offer proven reliability. Whilst the list may not be exhaustive, it is certainly not a bad place to start.
For decades, the trusted handsaw featured in every carpenter’s tool bag and was called upon for cutting all kinds of wood. Traditional handsaws need to be maintained and re-sharpened on a regular basis which is time consuming and costly.
As many modern building materials such as plywood, plasterboard, MDF and insulation contain resins, fibres and other abrasive particles, the soft teeth on a hand saw can become dull very quickly, making cutting difficult and ownership expensive. Hardpoint saws feature induction hardened teeth which remain sharp even under heavy prolonged use, they also cut much faster.
The Irwin Jack 880 is a medium tooth pitch, universal saw, capable of cutting natural timbers and most building materials. A feature of the Jack 880 hardpoint saw is the triple ground teeth which improve cutting speed and help to prevent snagging. Other clever features are the 90° and 45° marking angles on the handle and a water-based lacquer to prevent rust occurring on the blade.
Often a go to tool for engineers, plumbers and electricians, a hacksaw can cut steel, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and composites. The thin, narrow blade is held within the frame and placed under tension using a thumbscrew or lever. Hacksaw blades are replaceable and come with different Teeth Per Inch – TPI. Lower TPI blades are used for thicker materials such as steel bar, higher TPI blades produce a cleaner cut and are used for thinner materials such as thin-walled pipe.
Milwaukee and Lenox hacksaws feature sophisticated tensioning levers to produce extremely high blade tension for faster and straighter cuts. These high-performance saws allow the blade to be mounted at 45° for flush cutting and each can store a selection of spare blades within the frame.
The use of plasterboard in modern construction is widespread due to its speed of installation, thermal properties and ease of cutting and shaping – when using the right tools! A plasterboard jab saw, also referred to as a keyhole saw or pad saw, is the perfect hand tool if you need to cut out holes for electrical sockets, pipes, extractor fans and any other services. Products like the fixed blade Milwaukee jab saw incorporate all the features you need when working on plasterboard such as:
A quality clamp can be an invaluable tool in the workshop or on site. They can be used for holding materials together during gluing applications, or, as a temporary vice when you need to ensure an item being cut does not move.
The Irwin XP Clamp can be used with one hand and does not rely on a screw thread to bring the jaws together. A quarter tonne of clamping force helps to eliminate any unwanted slippage and is also strong enough to bring warped timbers together. The spreading feature is particularly useful in applications such as gluing support battens in-between wooden joists for nailing cut floorboards back down.
Claw hammers have been around for nearly two centuries and are possibly the most recognised hand tool in the world. The head of the hammer is multi-functional with a striking face for hammering nails and a claw end for pulling them. This simple but wonderful tool can also be used to knock joists into place, strike chisels and even perform light demolition work, making it an essential tool for any trade.
There have been design modifications over the years resulting in two versions – the curved claw hammer and rip claw hammer. Curved hammers are better for pulling nails as the shape of the head gives more leverage and reduces surface damage as the claw is rolled away from the gripped nail. A rip claw has less of a curve and is preferred for ripping wood apart, lifting floorboards and demolition duties.
Hand tool experts such as Milwaukee, have also added other functional features such as side mounted nail pullers for tight spaces, magnetic nail holders, steel I-beam shafts and anti-shock handles.
Quite often, destruction precedes construction, as floorboards, window frames, joists and studs need ripping out to make way for replacements. Despite appearing like a crude lever, wrecking bars and pry bars are carefully designed to get into tight spaces and offer high leverage.
Premium hand tool manufacturers such as Milwaukee also add soft grips for comfort, claws and tapered holes for pulling nails and strike zones for hammers.
Gripping, cutting, and turning are three functions a quality plier set will allow you to perform. Arguably, you only really need VDE insulated pliers if you are an electrician or maintenance engineer that may be working on live circuits.
At Protrade, we just like the comfort of being protected from serious injury or even death, should you unwittingly cut through a cable with electricity running through it, which is why we always recommend VDE pliers where possible.
As the name would suggest, offer a combination of features. At the tips of the jaws, finer parallel serrations can be used to grip cable sheaths and wire. Moving towards the handle the jaws no longer meet and feature oval shaped serrated edges which can clamp onto larger diameter cables, fasteners, and bolt heads. As the greatest leverage is generated near the handle this is where the cutting zone is situated.
Offer nearly all the features of a combination plier but with a rounded and long narrow tip for getting into tight spaces.
Feature a cutting zone along the full length of the jaws which is diagonally ground to allow cables, wires and small fixings to be cut flush with the surface.
In a perfect world you would own every size of wrench for every application you are likely to come across, and don’t forget, you would also need to consider imperial and metric sizes too! In reality, we do not live in such a place and there is always a time when we are defeated by not having the right size for the fastening in front of us.
The beauty of an adjustable spanner is, with just a few turns of a knurled thread you can open or close the jaws to fit almost any size or type of nut or bolt head, which is why we regard them as an essential hand tool.
Wera are known for hand tool ingenuity and the Joker self-setting spanner is their take on an adjustable wrench. A pivoting head replaces the traditional screw thread for instant size adjustment, and the spring-loaded jaws provide a ratchet like system for tightening and loosening without having to remove the jaws from the nut head.
With so many different types of screw heads available, a screwdriver set comprising of pozi, phillips and slotted blades is a minimum requirement for anyone looking to start a tool kit.
Regarded as one of the best hand tool manufacturers in the world, Wera screwdrivers feature a unique shaped handle that allows the best possible grip to turn stubborn screws, whilst also being capable of giving feedback to the user when performing tasks that require precision and feel.
There are a huge range of screwdriver sets available to suit every type of fastener and trade. Insulated VDE screwdrivers provide safety when working on live circuits, chisel-driver screwdrivers can be struck with a hammer for use on fasteners with damaged heads and interchangeable sets use the handle as a chuck which screwdriver bits can be inserted into.
Having to patch up cracks in plaster, fill screw holes where wall plugs have been, or repair rotten timber is a common occurrence in any refurbishment project. Although it may look like a wall scraper, a quality filling knife is designed to incorporate blade flex to help force filler into cracks and holes.
Blades are machined to release these sticky and viscous materials during application and leave a smooth and consistent finish.
A utility knife can be used to open boxes, sharpen pencils, cut cables and even score plasterboard. These are just a few of the applications that a working knife gets used for every day. The corresponding replaceable blades go through a hardening process that makes them durable in harsh environments and cutting edges are ground to be extremely sharp. Utility knives are normally categorised as having a fixed or retractable blade, but more recently folding utility knives have become extremely popular.
Toughbuilt have managed to take versatility another step further by launching a unique scraper utility knife. This incredibly clever tool has an inbuilt mechanism which allows the blade to turn through 90 degrees, converting the knife into a scraper, which can be used to remove paint, adhesive and labels. A discreet paint can opener has also been engineered into this practical and ingenious tool.
Being able to measure the size and distance of an object, opening or space is essential in so many everyday tasks. From garments to garage doors, establishing if something fits or cutting it to make sure it does, relies on accurate measurements being taken and a tape measure is the tool most people reach for.
Usually manufactured from thin metal, fibreglass or cloth, tape measures can measure long objects or spaces due to the length of blade material being rolled up tightly within the case. The blade features graduated markings which can be of imperial or metric scale, but it is common to show both.
The key factors in choosing a tape measure are:
A spirit level is a measuring device which determines if something is horizontal or vertical – this can be for structural or aesthetic reasons. The importance of establishing accurate horizontal and vertical planes is repeatability, continuity and safety, especially if the components are structural and they need to be joined together.
Using a spirit level relies on the operator adjusting the tool so a small air bubble is centralised within a sealed glass or Perspex vial; once achieved, a horizontal or vertical plane is established and can be used as a reference point for marking and adjustment.
Spirit levels come in different sizes depending on the application and distance to be measured. Other variations include magnetic bases when working with steel, lightweight hollow box section for internal and light duty tasks, solid I beam construction for heavy use and levels with digital displays and audible alarms for easy reference and use in poorly lit areas.
Referring to a pencil as a hand tool may seem overkill but it is an essential item to have in the tool bag. We have already discussed tools that measure and it’s those reference points that need to be marked on timber, masonry and other building materials – hence the need for a pencil.
Although considered ‘just a pencil’ there has been some serious thought behind the design of a carpenter’s pencil.
Due to its versatility, a combination square is without doubt the most popular type of square used by trades people and machinists. Comprising of a rule and sliding head which features machined 45/90° sides and a spirit level; a combination square can be used to check angles, measure depth, establish if an object is level and even find the centre of a circle.
A protractor and centre head can also be present on some versions, further extending their area of use.
Completing any type of work is normally easier when you can see what you are doing. It’s for this reason that a torch has made its way onto our essential hand tools list. If you need to check wiring inside a cabinet, tighten a fitting under a bath or simply investigate a ceiling void, a torch will be able to light up the area you are working in.
Torches come in different shapes, sizes, and illumination power – referred to as lumens. Torches are predominantly handheld, but head mounted torches – often referred to as head lamps, are becoming very popular as they allow both hands to remain free.
A final consideration is whether to opt for a torch that takes replaceable or rechargeable batteries. With so many to choose from it is too much of a challenge to single just one out so why not browse our entire range, you may even find you need more than one.
I hope this essential ’16 Different Types of Hand Tools and Their Uses’ hand tool guide can offer you some ideas of what hand tools to consider, when starting to build or simply add to your tool kit.
• Always wear the right PPE for the job especially gloves and eye protection. Avoid loose clothing or jewellery.
• Make sure you know HOW to use the tool you are going to be using and follow the CORRECT procedure.
• Use tools that are the correct size & correct type of tool for the job.
• Keep your cutting tools SHARP.
• Inspect your tools to make sure they are in good condition.
• Use proper lighting so you can see what you are doing.
• Make sure your work area is clutter-free and is level.
• Never leave tools unattended.
• Carry sharp hand tools in a toolbox, not in your pocket.
• DON’T work with OILY or GREASY hands.
• Cleaning: Wipe down tools after each use to remove dust, grease, and debris.
• Sharpening: Regularly sharpen the blades.
• Lubrication: Apply proper lubrication.
• Tightening: Tighten any loose parts.
• Inspection: Check for damage and wear and fix any obvious faults.
• Storage: Store tools vertically, not only for easy access but for safety purposes.
• Replacing: Replace worn-out handles and grips
• Maintenance: Keep up regular maintenance on your hand tools. Improper maintenance can cause hand tools to deteriorate and become unsafe.
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