Whether you’re handy or just wish you were, having the right power tools can make all the difference! The right tools can turn a nightmare project into a breeze, save time and create a more beautiful end result, no matter the project. Check out these six must-have power tools to start your stash!
1. Jig Saw
A good jig saw gives you straight and curved cuts, and the ability to cut any shape you can dream out of a sheet of plywood. Want to make a custom-shaped headboard or cut a decorative word out of wood? You’ll need a jig saw to get the job done!
2. Drill
You’ll be hard-pressed to find a project where you can’t use a quality drill. If you have lots of DIY projects in your future, opt for a cordless drill for maximum portability.
3. Rotary Kit
Looking for one tool kit that packs a major punch of versatility? A Dremel rotary kit – with its dozens of attachments and countless uses – can leave you wondering how you ever did projects without it!
4. Electric Sander
Cut hours off the time it takes to refinish a furniture piece or create a woodworking project with an electric sander. They take up very little storage space and are a great under-$50 gift option for the handy dad.
5. Nail Gun
Get a combo nail gun and compressor kit, and not only will you be able to do countless construction projects faster than with hammer and nails, but you’ll also open yourself up to using many more time-saving pneumatic tools that require a compressor.
6. Circular saw
Small, portable and easy to store even for apartment dwellers, a circular saw gives you flexibility in the kinds of projects you can complete. They’re easy to pull out and use, and come in handy for all sorts of projects from kitchen cabinets to bookshelves and decks.
What tools are you still missing? What’s your favorite power tool?
Written By: Kelly Marzka
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