Best storage and maintenance of hand tools

Do your home maintenance safely by keeping your tools in pristine condition and by keeping a few commonsense safety rules in mind.

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Avoid the dark side of DIY with protective equipment.
How to sharpen tools
A blunt tool is less effective, and more dangerous, than a sharp one. It’s more likely to...
Choose the right spanner or wrench
Know the differences between various spanners and wrenches so you pick the right one for for the...
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Everything you need to know about using handsaws. From the keyhole saw to the general-purpose saw, we have them all covered.
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Shape up by shaving layers of timber using this classic hand-held power tool
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Stay on the edge with this accurate workshop cutter
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Drill bits are cutting tools that create holes, held in the drill by the chuck
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Avoid hazardous kickback injuries by learning the basics of a good grip
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Download the instructions to brush up on six simple techniques every DIYer needs to make furniture
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A blunt tool is less effective, and more dangerous, than a sharp one. It’s more likely to slip during use and cause injury or damage. Keeping chisels and plane blades sharp is easy. Always store sharp tools safely.
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Simply change the wheel of this versatile tool for all-round home maintenance
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