Variable-speed drills One of the most significant developments in DIY power tools has been the introduction of the electronically controlled variable-speed drill. This is the most suitable model for the home handyman because it can drill holes at the ideal speeds required for different materials. Developments in micro-electronic technology have made possible variable-speed drills where…
The amount of equipment and materials needed will depend on the types of surface to be decorated and the condition of existing surfaces. Brushes The size of a brush is denoted by the widths of the bristles. A range of sizes is needed to enable narrow and wide surfaces to be painted more easily and…
Cutting tools used in wood and metalwork are generally made from medium to high carbon steel (cast steel), which is hardened and tempered’during manufacture of the tools. Mild steel, which contains very little carbon, cannot be hardened and is not used for tools. The purpose of hardening is to enable the tool to resist wear…
The main work done to walls is: painting, wallpapering, tiling or perhaps minor repairs of plaster-work. The tools for these would be: Painting A series of suitable brushes and, of course, supplies of brush-cleaning material. For rubbing down the surfaces in preparation for painting you will need sandpaper. A useful tool for this is the…
Your tools should be adequate to your needs — whether for general repairs and maintenance or craftsman use. When buying tools, purchase the best you can afford. A few good versatile tools are better than many inferior ones, which will give you poor results, as well as being liable to break or wear out quickly….