Essence of Home Improvement

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There is a wide range of tools to choose from but here is recommend list of tools for home improvement.

Variable speed reversible drill: This tool comes in either plug-in or cordless. Uses blades that are called bits to drive in or take out screws, drill holes, sand wood, and many other tasks.

Claw Hammer: I recommend getting a 16-ounce hammer that has a fiberglass handle to soften the blow to your hand.

Pliers: Pliers have toothed jaws that enable you to grip various sized objects. For example gripping onto a water pipe, the top of a gas cap or fishing out a tape measure you dropped into the toilet. Most pliers are adjustable allowing for a better grip.

Small Saw: A small easy to use handsaw is handy to have for cutting material such as paneling or shelving.

Various size screwdrivers: You will need to have a verity of sizes in both flat head and Phillips screwdrivers.

Utility Knife: A good strong utility knife with replaceable blades comes in handy for cutting cardboard and making precise cuts.

Staple Gun: A staple gun is good for securing things such as, ceiling tile, plastic sheeting and fabrics.

Level: A good level will contain 3 glass tubes with air bubbles for precise leveling.

Metal file: This tool is good for filing down rough edges, sharpening the edges of scrapers, putty knife and many other objects.

Allen wrench: These wrenches are often sold in sets of various sizes. They are L shaped and designed for bolts that have hexagonal sockets in their heads. This tool is also referred to as a hex key. They are used to assemble almost everything you buy in a box nowadays, grills, furniture, bicycles, toys, etc..

There are many tools to choose from but this is my recommend list that will get anyone new to home improvement on the right track. Focus on quality tools rather than quantity and buy the best quality tool you can afford.