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Hand tools: when they help and how not to buy the wrong thing

A good tool shortens the work, but a poor match can raise the cost and spoil the finish. In this section you can compare uses, limits and moments when it is better to buy, rent or hire a specialist.

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Adjustable spanner – uses, selection and safe working

An adjustable wrench is a wrench with adjustable jaw spacing for nuts and heads of various sizes. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Basic hand-tool kit – uses, selection and safe working

The basic hand tool set is a selected set of the most frequently used tools for minor repairs and assembly. When choosing, compare the parameters: kit scope; steel quality; ergonomics. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Centre punch – uses, selection and safe working

A center punch is a tool for making a point recess to guide a drill. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Claw hammer – uses, selection and safe working

A hammer is a basic impact tool for driving, tapping and light demolition work. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Cold chisel – uses, selection and safe working

A cutter is a steel impact tool for cutting and chipping away at mineral materials or metal. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Combination pliers – uses, selection and safe working

Pliers are universal pliers for gripping, bending and cutting wire. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Hand file – uses, selection and safe working

A file is a cutting tool for smoothing edges and precise processing of metal, wood or plastics. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Hand saw – uses, selection and safe working

A handsaw is a hand saw with teeth selected for wood, plastics or other materials. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Hand staple gun – uses, selection and safe working

The upholstery stapler is a manual mechanism for embedding staples in wood and upholstery materials. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Hex key set – uses, selection and safe working

Allen keys are Allen keys for screws with an internal hexagon socket. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Long-nose pliers – uses, selection and safe working

Pliers are a family of gripping and cutting tools selected for a specific task. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Screwdriver set – uses, selection and safe working

Screwdrivers are hand tools for driving in and removing screws with a specific socket profile. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Utility knife – uses, selection and safe working

A technical knife is a knife with a replaceable blade for cutting foil, cardboard, boards and finishing materials. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Wood chisel – uses, selection and safe working

A chisel is a tool with a hardened blade for woodworking, shoeing and making sockets. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Wood rasp – uses, selection and safe working

A rasp is a tool with aggressive teeth for quickly shaping wood and soft materials. When choosing, compare the parameters: working material; size; handle. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.