Category Hand Tools

Best woodworking hand tools for 2022

Block Plane

Block Plane

A block plane is a woodworking hand plane with a blade installed to the base of the block. The blade is installed at an angle and has a beveled tip. It is used for shaving wood off the surface to make it level and smooth.
Hand Saw

Hand Saw

Hand saw or panel saw is used for cutting wood manually. It is a handy tool to have in your woodworking tool box.
Speed Square or layout square

Layout Square

A Layout Square or Speed Square is a triangle shaped measuring and marking tool. It is very useful not only for marking straight line for end cuts but also for marking angles.
Utility Knife

Utility Knife

A utility knife is a type of knife used for marking or etching on materials so as to use as a guide. It is also used for cutting thin and flexible materials like vinyl flooring, drywall etc.
Chisel

Chisel

A chisel is a tool with sharp edges and is used for carving or chipping wood. It is also used for removing rough wood from the joints. If used properly it can make a clean cut or notches in wood.
Hammers

Hammers

Hammer is a hand tool with a heavy metal head mounted on a handle. There are various types and weights of hammer, each used for a specific purpose. The most commonly used hammer for woodworking projects and household work is claw hammer. It is useful in driving and pulling nails.
Screwdrivers

Screwdrivers

A screwdriver, as the name suggests, is a tool for driving screws. It consists of a handle and a metal shaft with a tip. There are several shapes and sizes of screwdriver tips.
Spirit level or bubble level

Spirit Level

A spirit level is a tool designed to indicate whether a surface is level or horizontal to the ground. It is also used for checking if a surface is plumb or vertical. The spirit level is also called a bubble level as it uses a vial with colored liquid.
Tape Measure

Tape Measure

A successful project begins with accurate measurement and layout markings. A durable and good tape measure provides ease and precision in measuring. Always measure at least twice before cutting to avoid mistakes and frustration.