Ten Toolbox Essentials Every Homeowner Should Have
Having a toolbox stashed away in a closet or the garage is a very smart move whether you live in your own home or an apartment. You never know when you are going to need to do a quick repair or even open the back of one the kids’ toys to replace the batteries. Our team at Greenwood Hardware knows not everybody wants or needs a big, bulky toolbox stocked with every tool ever made, but everybody has a need for a screwdriver now and again.
Check out the following list of toolbox essentials everyone should have tucked away in case of a minor or even a big emergency around the house.
- A mid-size hammer will work great for hanging pictures or putting together a garden box. You don’t need anything too big. A small tack hammer is okay if you are not planning to every drive a nail into wood.
- A set of screwdrivers in a variety of sizes. Philips and flat heads are a must!
- Pliers will come in handy if you need to pull a nail, staple or fix any wire fencing around the yard.
- A tape measure will come in handy when you are working around the house or building flower boxes outside. You can use it to help you landscape your yard or hang pictures as well.
- Leather work gloves will protect your hands while you are using your tools while improving your grip.
- An adjustable wrench will come in handy if you have to do any kind of work that involves pipes or bolts.
- An electric drill makes life so much easier when you are trying to put together wooden furniture around the house or put up fencing outside.
- A level will help you get those pictures hung perfectly straight or install a perfectly level fence post.
- Duct tape may not be a tool, but it is a valuable addition to any toolbox and can help fix just about anything quickly while you wait for a permanent fix.
- A mini flashlight should be kept with your toolbox. A headlamp is even better because it allows you to use your hands while shining a light directly on the area you are working in.
Head into Greenwood Hardware today to pick up the essentials for your new toolbox. You may just discover there are a few more things you can’t live without! Come on in, or contact us today.