Meet Your Toolbox: Wrenches

Your toolbox is your go-to set of tools that come with a variety of uses. It’s the part of your workshop that you pull out to do the job when you need to, and it can be anything from an old hand drill to a pocket knife. But this article isn't about what tools you should have in yours; we’ve already done that. This article will help you identify and know your most versatile and important set of tools so that any job goes as smooth as possible, whether it's assembling furniture or building something new.

Most importantly, by knowing what each tool is capable of doing, we'll learn which ones are best suited for which type of work. For example, a socket set is a great tool to have if you work with car components. Since it makes use of different sockets and wrenches, you can use one wrench on specific nuts or bolts depending on their size, which will help greatly in making the job quicker and more efficient. Another example is a hammer and screwdriver. If the job requires hammering out or tightening screws, using multiple pieces of equipment at once can be tricky. In this case, a hammer and a screwdriver are the easiest tools to do that job with because they’re large enough to handle most jobs adequately, but small enough so you can get into tight spaces where smaller tools might not fit or operate effectively.

So if you're looking to add value to your toolbox, go through and choose a few pieces of equipment that will do the job best. This can be anything from a left handed screwdriver, for left handed screws, to a set of pliers with different grips to be able to reach tight areas. They can make quick work of any day-to-day job that you might encounter. But what about bigger projects? In this case, you’ll probably want something more substantial than the individual tools mentioned above.

One option is adding a bigger set of hand tools such as wrenches, hammers or hand saws. By investing in a set of tools that has a variety of different-sized wrenches; you’ll be able to service any and every job at hand. In fact, if you get a large enough set, you can even switch out individual tools depending on the task. For example, if working with pipes and tubes, you can change out wrenches for screwdrivers to make the job go faster. The same goes with hammering or sawing because there are different types of handles for those with different grips to make it easier to swing or hold steady.

Which ones should I get? That depends on your personal preferences and what works best for you. As long as you have a variety of different tools to work with that you can pull out when you need to, your toolbox will have no problem helping your projects go smoothly.

Use tools like a mechanic. Follow the individual rules and regulations that come with tool safety, if applicable, and use the equipment accordingly. Don’t put yourself or others in danger by using something incorrectly, and keep an eye out for any defects to equipment you use regularly. These are just a few tips that might help if you’re thinking about getting into woodworking professionally or are looking for advice for your home shop.

Conclusion: With the right tool choices and a good understanding of how each fits into the woodshop puzzle, you can build anything you want. So what’s your favorite tool? Let us know in the comments section below.