Home Depot Tool Box Essentials
If you are a DIY-er you need a tool box. This is something that Mr. Sthole realized sometime last year. So, for Christmas he bought me my very own tool “box” (or if you ask my girls, it was Santa).
Home Depot has put together a video showing you all the essentials you’ll need to make a functional toolbox of your own.
Whether you rent or own a house, or you’re living in an apartment, condo or treehouse, a good set of basic tools is absolutely a must-have. And the good news is that you don’t have to go out and drop a load of cash on a fancy tools to fix most things around the house. In fact, it’s best to start with the basics, focus on selecting high-quality tools, and add to your collection as needed for projects.
Our go-to guy Chris from The Home Depot Community Forums put together this short video to show you the essential tools that should be in every do-it-yourselfer’s tool box. Certain tools, like a good hammer,screwdrivers (slotted and Philips head) and a solid pair of pliers are no-brainers.
His list also includes other things you may already have in your tool box (or drawer) such as a measuring tape, a level, work gloves and safety goggles. And, for MacGyvering your way through the most unexpected of repair jobs, he recommends having a pen or Sharpie to use as a marking tool, masking tape and a utility knife on hand.
Here are a few suggestions we came up with to add to Chris’ list:
• A 3/8-inch socket set
• An LED headlamp (keeps both hands free to tackle repairs)
• Electrical tape/duct tape (quintessential MacGyver tools)
• Super glue (’nuff said)
• Zip ties (if duct tape won’t hold it together these will)
• An old toothbrush (for detail cleaning)
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