Saturday, February 5, 2011

Only Purchase Woodworking Tools You'll Be Using

By Neil Wenk


Chisels, clamps, and drills are a real part of any hone improvement. One of the most rewarding hobbies in America today is woodworking. The hobby requires tools but you won't have to break your bank account. Only purchase woodworking tools you'll be using. By acquiring tools over time, your quality tool collection will grow.

The chisel is one of the most useful tools for woodworkers. When purchasing this item be certain that the quality is good. Your chisel will get a lot of use. The brand name Rockler manufactures durable woodworking chisels at a good price. You'll need several different sizes from one-quarter inches to two inches wide.

Wood clamps are required when gluing projects. Clamps come in a wide array of sizes. Generally inexpensive, you'll find it financially easy to pick one up whenever you see it. When woodworking clamps will make things easy. For the woodworking hobbyist who does not want to spend extra money you'll find clamps used in good condition.

Carpenter and framing squares are an indispensable part in the woodworking field. These are invaluable. The tri-square is useful in furniture making. Tri-squares are available in sizes from three to twelve inches. A square known as a combination square has two pieces, a movable head, on a steel blade. This tool is used for calculating angles from 45 to 90 degrees. Today you should be prepared with any one of these square marked in metric and imperial measurements.

Wood drills can be corded or cordless. While reliable and less expensive corded drills, do limit your movement. Any corded drill ought to have features such as reverse, variable speed controls, and the attachments for making a drill press. Another group of woodworking tools are cordless drills. These drills do cost more, but there is the added attribute of mobility. When purchasing this woodworking tool be certain to obtain high voltage batteries, so there will always be adequate power. Your purchase ought to include two batteries, (one will charge while the other is in use). Whatever model you choose you will need a variety of drill bits.

A hand plane is usually made of steel but sometimes made of wood. These tools are used in a variety of situations. The jackplane (a hand tool) in twelve to fifteen inch lengths, is utilized for rough shaping. Another hand tool, the block plane is required for fine trimming. A smoothing plane is terrific for finer cuts. The block plane is usually between eight or nine inches in length. You can find good discounted tools on the Internet. When making a decision buy known names. Look for names such as Rockwell, Sears, Hitachi, and Ridgid, and Rockler tools are a quality names.




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