Whether you’re tackling a weekend DIY project or starting a career in a professional trade around the Northamptonshire area, getting a gauge of hand tools is key. Most toolboxes are home to an extensive range of equipment, with each piece designed for a specific purpose, helping with different jobs. Ready to learn more about hand tools and their uses? Let’s look at what each tool does to help you save time and money.
Different Types of Hand Tools
Hand Saws and Cutting Tools
Hand saws are effective for tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts who are cutting things like wood, metal, and plastic, along with other materials where power isn’t needed for cutting.
Completing general timber cutting? A panel saw specifically is the option most go to; its finer teeth per inch (TPI) ensure a finer finish. If you’re cutting metal pipe and fixings, a hacksaw will help you do the job, while a junior hacksaw can be used for smaller, and more precise cuts.
Coping saws and manual jigsaws help with curved cuts