Basic Tools and Repairs

Learn a few tools that solve many small household problems.

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WD-40

Front

lubricates moving parts and loosens rusted bolts

Back
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putty knife

Front

scrapes surfaces or applies filler to holes and cracks

Back
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teflon tape

Front

seals threaded pipe joints to prevent water leaks

Back
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flashlight

Front

illuminates dark areas like under sinks or in attics

Back

wire stripper

Front

removes insulation from electrical wires without cutting them

Back
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spirit level

Front

determines if a surface is perfectly horizontal or vertical

Back
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hex key

Front

turns bolts and screws with a hexagonal socket

Back
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duct tape

Front

provides a heavy-duty, flexible adhesive for temporary repairs

Back
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safety glasses

Front

protects eyes from flying debris and dust during work

Back
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stud finder

Front

locates wooden framing behind drywall for secure mounting

Back
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Phillips head screwdriver

Front

used for screws with a cross-shaped slot

Back
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claw hammer

Front

drives nails into or pulls nails out of wood

Back
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tape measure

Front

determines the exact length or distance between points

Back
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needle-nose pliers

Front

grips small objects or reaches into narrow spaces

Back
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utility knife

Front

cuts through boxes, tape, or thin materials

Back

plunger

Front

clears many simple sink or toilet clogs

Back

adjustable wrench

Front

grips nuts and bolts of different sizes

Back

flathead screwdriver

Front

used for screws with one straight slot

Back