Have you ever had something break at home and are looking for the right tool to fix it?
You may not be a professional handyman, but some simple home repairs and construction can be done by anyone with the right tools in their closet or toolbox.
The cost of these little tools is negligible when you consider how much more it will cost to call in a handyman for something as simple as a unscrewed shelf or a picture that fell off the wall. Save your money for home repairs that can only be done by professionals… For the rest, be sure to stock up on the following 10 + 1 essential tools every household should have in a time of need.
1. Screwdriver
The screwdrivers are one of the most essential hand tools that you will eventually need to use at home. A loose cabinet hinge or a piece of furniture that needs assembling or disassembling are simple, everyday household tasks that can be fixed with a screwdriver. There are different types and sizes of screwdrivers, designed to fit the screw precisely without slipping or turning. The three main types of screwdrivers are the flathead screwdriver, the Phillips screwdriver and the tester screwdriver. You can choose an affordable screwdriver set or buy two classic sizes individually from the main types of screwdrivers. There are also screwdrivers with magnetic tips that make DIY projects easier. Alternatively, you can buy a rechargeable screwdriver with interchangeable bits, allowing you to repair almost anything around the house with ease. The cost of electric screwdrivers is usually higher, but not prohibitive.
2. Pliers
Η pliers is the right multi-tool to cut, bend or grip a wire. Pliers can also be used to remove nails and dowels from a surface such as a wall. There are many types of pliers, each serving a different purpose. For example, there is the classic 180mm pliers, the telephone pliers, the cutter pliers and the plumber's pliers. It would be good to have at least one type of pliers in your home. The tweezers it is yet another useful tool in the pliers category, ideal for reaching into corners and crevices.
3. Adjustable Wrench or Pripe Wrench
Adjustable wrench or pipe wrench or pliers, whatever you choose to call it, is the right tool for tightening and loosening nuts and pipes. It’s a plumber’s favourite tool! The right pipe wrench should lock firmly around the object without slipping. With a simple twist of the jaws, you can tighten a dripping tap on your bathroom sink or kitchen faucet.
4. Screws & Nails
Due to their size, the Screws and nails are like buttons on our clothes… they are very easy to come off and get lost. It would be a good idea to get screws in different sizes and store them in a box or bag. Hinges, furniture, lamps, cabinets, picture frames, wall clocks – screws are everywhere!
5. German Wrench Set
A set of German keys it is a must in every home. These keys have curved ends and are made of high strength materials such as steel. They fall into two main categories: open end wrenches and closed end wrenches. Some keys combine both ends, one on each side. They are useful for assembling and disassembling all kinds of objects..
6. Hammer
Do you want to hang a frame or nail a curtain? The small and miraculous tool you need is the hammer. It is used for almost all surfaces, such as wood, walls, etc. There are many types of hammers on the market, such as hammer with plastic handle, the hammer with wooden handleThe matzola with square ends, and forked hammer ideal for removing screws and nails.
Invest in a solid, good-quality hammer that will get you whitefaced on many handyman jobs around the house.
7. Adjustable spanner
The Wrench it does the job that a whole set of keys would. It is an adjustable tool with a single screw that adjusts the width of the wrench to fit objects of various sizes. It is practical and flexible, the right tool for bolts, walnuts and nuts.
8. Measure & Levels
The subway or tape measure is definitely one of the most basic tools to have at home, as it can be used from measuring the dimensions of a space... to measuring our height. Choose between the classic wooden tape measure, the metal tape measure with a magnet on one end, the keychain tape measure, the laser tape measure and the ruler tape measure. The classics measuring tapes they range between 3-8 meters.
9. Cutting Tools
From cutters – blades to sheet metal shears, scissors for tires or one general-purpose scissors, at some point, you’ll need to open a box, a piece of cardboard, adhesive tape, or a plastic item. A cutting tool, therefore, is always essential!
10. Flashlight
In a power outage, tinkering in the warehouse, behind the kitchen, or in the loft, what you definitely need is a lens. Opt for a high-visibility flashlight, whether it's a headlamp, waterproof, rechargeable, LED, or a simple flashlight. The more it offers in terms of ergonomics and beam capability, the higher the cost of the lens usually is. Find work lights here.
11. Toolbox
Now that you've got all the essential tools for tinkering and DIY at home, how about a storage case to keep them all organized and tidy, dry and clean. A toolbox practical and light will prove to be a lifesaver sooner or later. On the market you will find many types of tool boxes with specific positions for each tool, adjustable dividers and screw and nut sorting boxes. You'll save yourself the frustration of looking for a tool you're sure you've bought, and you can't find it when you need it!
At GSA Geosantro you will find hundreds hand tools in Cyprus, which combine durability and top quality to do all kinds of home improvement jobs easily, quickly and safely. From gas wrenches, cutting tools, taff hand tools, screwdrivers, wrenches and more, you'll find what you're looking for at Geosantro. Benefit from free delivery throughout Cyprus for purchases over 50 euros. Sign in as a professional partner and benefit from additional discounts.
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