From small projects such as building
picture frames or restoring old furniture to more ambitious projects such as
home improvement or building a custom wardrobe can be easy and fun on your
budget. However, first of all you should have a reasonably well stocked tool
kit. The following are a few essentials which will make the job more
interesting and simple.
Electric Drill
An excellent quality drill should be
your first purchase. There are various corded as well as cordless power drills
available; however for the beginner, corded drill in a medium range is
advisable. Usually corded drills are tougher, last longer and are more durable.
Cordless drills are convenient, thus if you are selecting one, make sure it has
additional battery packs so that you can use one when the other is being
recharged. Tough hammer drill that has an extra hammering action is also a
great option.
Screwdriver
Even though a power screwdriver is
not absolutely necessary, it saves you a lot of effort and time. This is why its
purchase is justified readily. The screws are designed for power screwdrivers
and driving in some screws by hand can diminish your newfound interest for DIY
jobs.
Power Sander
This is another tool which can save
you a lot of elbow grease. An excellent random orbital sander eliminates a lot
of material as well as cleans up surfaces without any effort. It works really
fast and produces swirl-free motion. Select a model that has built-in dust
control which extracts the dust produced from sanding efficiently.
Jigsaw
A basic requirement is a sharp
cutting tool. For a starter, a good jigsaw that easily cuts through wood is
advisable. Corded jigsaws are much easier to work with and they have different
speed settings that you can use to cut shapes in various materials.
These are the essential DIY power tools for your home.
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