From small projects like restoring old furniture or building picture frames to more ambitious projects like building a custom wardrobe, home improvement can be fun and easy on your budget. But first, you must have a reasonably well-stocked tool kit. Here are some essentials which will make the job simple and more interesting.
Electric Drill
A good quality drill will probably be your first purchase. There are a variety of corded and cordless power drills available, but for the beginner, a medium range corded drill is advisable. Corded drills are usually tougher, more durable and last longer. Cordless drills are more convenient, so if you are choosing one, make sure it has extra battery packs so that you can use one while the buy grinder tool is being recharged. A tough hammer drill which has an additional hammering action is also a good choice. https://www.ukplanettools.co.uk/grinders/
Screwdriver
Though a power screwdriver is not absolutely essential, it saves you so much time and effort that's it's purchase is readily justified. The present-day screws have been designed for power screwdrivers and driving in a few screws by hand can soon diminish your newfound interest for do-it-yourself jobs.
Power Sander
Another tool which will save you a lot of elbow grease is the handheld power sander. A good random orbital sander removes a lot of material and cleans up surfaces effortlessly. It works fast and produces a swirl-free motion even if you sand across the grain. Choose a model which has built-in dust control that efficiently extracts the dust produced from the sanding.
Jigsaw
A sharp cutting tool is of course a basic requirement. For the beginner woodworker, a good jigsaw which cuts through wood easily is advisable. Corded jigsaws are easier to work with and have different speed settings which you can use for cutting shapes in different materials. Using the right kind of blade for each surface is essential as it affects both the job quality and the life of the jigsaw.
A word of caution
When using any power tool, read the instructions carefully and follow them properly. Though these tools help you in your home improvement projects, incorrect use is extremely dangerous and can cause serious injuries.
It is easy to get carried away buying power tools especially because of the multitude of choices available today. Think of the kinds of projects you will be doing and how often you will be working, before you purchase any power tools. Newcastle, NSW residents have the option of the nearby Gasweld store for all your tool needs.