Everyone needs a toolbox.
Every household should have a toolbox with basic tools. Even if you're not a do-it-yourself kind of person, you never know when you might need a tool to do a small project. Keeping a toolbox with a few basic tools can get you started for basic home repairs and maintenance. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Include a tape measure; a 16-foot length is one option. It's OK to get longer but avoid getting one that is shorter. Add a 16-ounce hammer or a 13-ounce alternative if you prefer something lighter. Every household toolbox needs a flat and a Phillips screwdriver, but you can also just add an all-in-one screwdriver. Most have changeable tips that include at minimum two sizes of flathead tips and two Phillips heads. Fancier all-in-ones have additional tips.
2. Place a 10-inch adjustable wrench in the toolbox so you can tighten a faucet or a nut as part of a home maintenance project. Include two saws as well -- a small handsaw for wood and a small hacksaw for metal. Add a small cordless drill for drilling holes and driving and unscrewing screws. Go for a decent quality brand.
3. Round out your household toolbox with a few things that will come in handy: electrical tape, duct tape, spray lubricant, a tube of construction adhesive, nails and screws. You can often find variety packs of various size nails and screws at your local hardware store or home improvement center.
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