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Socket wrenches come with long handles to which different size sockets can be attached for tightening different size fasteners. Learn more about the size order of socket wrenches from this article.

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Natural products such as vinegar or baking soda can be used to safely separate substances that are stuck together by breaking their adhesive bonds.

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Steel wool is made in part of iron, and iron is prone to rust. Learn what makes steel wool rust in this article.

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You need to choose sandpaper grit size according to the material you're preparing to prime. Learn more about what sandpaper grit you should use before priming from this article.

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Use a carbide-tipped abrasive cutoff wheel circular saw blade for cutting metals. Learn what type of circular saw blade you need to cut metal in this article.

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A crescent wrench is similar to a monkey wrench except its jaws are parallel to the handle. Learn what a crescent wrench looks like in this article.

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When you put together a basic tool set for building and fix-it jobs at home, you'll want at least one Phillips head screwdriver. Find out what a Phillips head screwdriver looks like in this article.

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Hammer drills and impact drivers exert great force but from different directions. Learn about the difference between a hammer drill and an impact driver.

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There are many different types of screws and screwdrivers, each with its own characteristics and advantages. Learn about the Phillips head screwdriver in this article.

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If you don't use the right screwdriver for the job, you'll strip the head of the screw and have a hard time pulling the screw out. Find out what the difference is between a Phillips head screwdriver and posidrive in this article.

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You need to check your torque wrench periodically to make sure that its reading is accurate. Learn about the best way to perform a torque wrench calibration from this article.

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Sandpaper is measured by grit size - the number of sharp particles per square inch. Learn more about the different grits of sandpaper.

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What's the best way to apply vapor barrier in an inside wall on a house with cement brick exterior walls?

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There are a variety of adhesive materials available for professional craftsmen, home repairs and do-it-yourself projects. Learn about some uses for contact cement in this article.

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Steel wool is made of aluminum, bronze or steel wires. Learn what steel wool is made of from this article.

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Crescent wrenches got their name from the Crescent Tool Company. Learn about the four basic types of crescent wrench in this article.

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A heat gun is a power tool that blows hot air. This article will teach you about heat guns.

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As the original wrench, the monkey wrench works for your basic wrench needs. Learn about the monkey wrench from this article.

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A spanner wrench is a tool that provides a grip for tightening or loosening a fastener containing pins or tabs around its circumference. Learn more about spanner wrenches from this article.

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Since channel lock pliers can be used as pliers, wrenches or clamps, they're versatile tools to have around the house. Learn about some repairs that require channel lock pliers from this article.

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Slip-joint pliers are versatile tools that are used for gripping and bending hardware. Learn more about some repairs that require slip-joint pliers from this article.

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Liquid sandpaper is a chemical solution that removes the glossy layer from a painted item, enabling you to paint over the object without the paint dripping off. Learn more about some uses for liquid sandpaper from this article.

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If you're drilling through hardened steel, you'll want to use a cobalt drill bit. Find out about the best drill bits for hardened steel in this article.

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Hex head cap screws come in grades two, five, eight and nine. Learn about the different grades of hex cap screws from this article.

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If you're new to construction tools, you're likely baffled by the number of screw head types out there. There are so many! Fortunately, we can help you identify and use the most common types of traditional and machine screws.

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