 Need to know the difference between an angle driver and an angle grinder? We've got the A-Z on toolbox basics to get you started.
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A Allen Wrench - Also known as a hex key, this wrench is used to turn screws with hexagonal head sockets, or Allen screws. Anchor Bolts - Large construction-grade bolts that attach the sill plate of a building to the foundation. Angle Driver - This screwdriver works around difficult corners by turning at an angle. Angle Grinder - A hand tool with textured discs that attach to the head to grind, polish and cut. Angle Stop - The shutoff valve that disconnects the water line from the faucet or toilet. Awl - A small tool with a pointed head that punctures small holes in leather and wood. Similar to an ice pick. Adjustable Bevel Square - An angle-measuring tool with a base and a movable metal arm useful for cutting wood pieces that fit together, such as baseboards. B Backsaw - A handsaw equipped with a stiffening strip of metal across the top of the blade that prevents it from shifting around while sawing. Balusters - Short columns or posts that support a rail. Bolts - A type of fastener that screws into a nut. Bench grinder - A power tool that sharpens metal. Often used to sharpen dull tools. Band Saw - A continuous wheel-driven power saw found in most woodworking shops. Bevel-edge Chisel - A woodworking hand tool with a flat, angled head designed for carving joints and details. C Caulk - A waterproof sealant applied to cracks and crevices to make them watertight. Circular Saw - A power saw with a circular, toothed blade that's good for cutting lumber. Chalk Line - Chalk-treated cord that marks out straight lines when snapped against a surface. Crosscut Saw - A standard handsaw that cuts at right angles across the wood grain. Clamp - A grip or fastener that holds materials together tightly. Carpenter's Square Tool - A tool used by carpenters to measure right angles. |
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