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Construction Tools

This category includes the humble hammer and pliers as well as the more modern equivalents such as nail guns, power saws, and precision laser levels. Tools that a professional construction worker as well as the weekend handy man has are discussed in this category.

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What are ladder cripples?

They are devices made from steel or aluminium which are used to support a working platform between two (or more) ladders. An adjustable support enables leveling of the platform according to the angle of the ladder.

They are the "UK version" of the "Ladder Jacks" used in the USA. If you search Google for that term you'll see lots of them. They were banned in the UK for being unsafe.

What is the best way to support a roof over a porch when you are replacing the deck of the porch?

it is best to support the joists from underneath with 4x4s. This is going to require two peope to set up. one holds a 4x4 against the bottom of the joists and the other person cuts another 4x4 to go underneath on each end. this will support from underneath and you can access the roof without compromising the structure, or worse, your safety.

How you can you drill faster with an electric hand drill?

You put a drill bit in the drill chuck, tighten with a chuck key, plug in to an outlet and pull the trigger to start the drill motor and apply medium pressure to what ever your making a hole in.

What are construction materials?

The term construction materials varies depending on what you are building! Even houses use different construction materials. Here is a list, but they might not all be used in what is being built.

  1. cement mix
  2. cement blocks for the foundation
  3. bricks, red, yellow, brown
  4. fake bricks (made of cement, then painted red, yellow, or brown)
  5. studs (made from wood) for framing
  6. metal studs for framing
  7. lumber - cut boards
  8. 2 x 4's (cut lumber)
  9. plywood
  10. rocklathe (goes over studs to hold plastering)
  11. prefabricated windows
  12. electrical wiring
  13. pipes and plumbing fixtures
  14. different types of nails and screws
  15. roof tar
  16. roof shingles
  17. gutters, downspouts; soffit and facia - covers the underhangs and parts of where the house meets the roof
  18. plaster
  19. paint
  20. stain and varnish
  21. much more

Construction materials are all the items you need to build whatever you are building.

What uses and functions of hand drill?

To drill holes up to about 1/2 inch in wood, plastics and some metals.

What type of drill can you use to drill holes in concrete block walls?

You should use a masonry bit for this. The drill itself isn't so important; just about any general-purpose drill will work.

Are there reliable bathroom fitters in London?

Yes Of course. You can find reliable bath fitters in London. I would like to recommend Brondes Group, that take care of everything from design, Plumbing to installation, custom build and more.

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What drill bit is the same as 5mm?

Three sixteenths inch is a little smaller than 5 mm, and seven thirty-seconds is a little larger.

Why is a saw dangerous?

A saw is really only dangerous if it is handled incorrectly, for example if it is used without the correct safety equipment, or without proper caution. In these cases, slipping whilst using a saw can result in cuts or lost fingers.

Used correctly, a saw is not dangerous, although very minor accidents can still happen during "correct use". (Minor cuts etc...)

It is the serrated edge on a saw which makes it sharp, which is why it can be considered "dangerous", in a similar way to how a kitchen knife is "dangerous". Then again, pretty much anything in the wrong hands can become "dangerous".

What is the explanation for the term 'Throw of the hinge'?

The throw of the hinge determines how the hinge opens by where the hinge is set; it is the distance from the outside edge of the hinge to its placement point on the door and jamb. A widethrow hinge sets the pintel or pivot point away from the door to allow it to open up to 180°. Wide jambs usually require a wide throw hinge to allow the door to move unobstructed.

What is the parts of cross pein hammer?

The shaft, usually made of hickory, and the steel head. The cross pein is for nailing tacks in.

What type router bits work best with porter cable 5037 hinge butt template?

I use a DeWalt laminate trimmer for that, easy to hold in one hand, and easy to see what you are cutting.

How often should you use bar and chain oil on a chain saw?

Most chain saws have a reservoir that you fill with the bar/chain oil before you start. Check the level every 20-30 minutes while you are working, if you are using the saw constantly. The reservoir must have oil in it at all times while the saw is being used.

What are pull offs and hammer ons?

pull offs and hammer ons are to do with the guitar i play the guitar myself and they are simple

How much mm drill bit must use to make a hole of thread m5?

Your meaning is not clear . -If you are going to tap an M5 thread, then use a 5/32 drill bit. If you want a hole that an M5 bolt will fit through, use a 7/32drill bit.

What exactly does a spade drill mean?

Spade drills or spade bits are used to cut rough holes in wood or metal. They are very high speed and can cut a rough hole quickly through different thicknesses of materials. The rough cut made by spade drills or bits have to be smoothed out and refined usually by grinding and sanding. Spade drills and bits come in various sizes and are usually used to make 1 inch holes or larger.

What are the parts of a scribe tool?

I have 3 of them and they all consist of ONE part, a 6" long stainless steel 'pencil'.

How do you care side cutter pliers?

  • Keep the pliers clean
  • suitably lubricated
  • Keep the cutting edges sharp