Power Tools Make Do-It-Yourself Home Improvement Easier
December 17, 2012
Electric tools can alleviate the hassle of home improvements for home owners. Whether it’s replacing a bathroom sink or installing kitchen cabinets, electric tools can assist with some of the most difficult do-it-yourself projects.
Best Places to Buy Quality Tools
Home and garden stores or local hardware stores are some of the best places to find tools. These stores are packed on the weekend with do-it-yourself home owners looking for the best tools (and best prices) to assist them with home improvement projects.
Power tools range in different sizes and serve different purposes. They also range in a variety of prices that fit within your budget. Here are popular tools that help make do-it-yourself projects easier:
o Cordless drills – Drilling pilot holes and screws and allow you the mobility to move around the house for fix-it projects in tight corners or spaces.
o Power saws – Cutting wood and certain woodworking projects (cabinetry, etc). It makes cutting projects easier and faster.
o Power sanders – For woodworking/hardwood floor refinishing projects, and helps achieve a high gloss finish on projects. There are many sanders to choose from including: detail, palm, random orbit or spindle.
o Power grinders – Used to shape, grind, sharpen or cut a wide variety of materials.
o Power scrapers – Helpful in removing tile and linoleum from concrete floors.
o Power polishers and buffers – Helps smooth and buff finishes to a glossy shine.
How To Safely Use Electric Tools When Making Home Repairs
It’s important to follow safety when using electric tools at home. Here are some guidelines that will prevent you from injury when you are working with tools at home.
o Always wear safety goggles (especially when sawing, cutting, sanding, etc.) It’s important to protect your eyes from metal or wood pieces from hurting your eyes or face.
o Wear protective work gloves and dust masks
o Wear earplugs if the equipment is noisy
o Read the tool manuals thoroughly before operating equipment
o Keep work area uncluttered and clean from debris
o Properly store, clean and repair tools
o Be careful when handling saws and sharp blades
o Keep tools out of reach of small children and unplug equipment when not in use
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