How to Buy Power Tools for Women

With more and more single women buying homes on their own, it has become necessary for them to learn how to handle their own do-it-yourself projects. When one owns a house, things break, and it is not always possible to hire a handyman. With that in mind, it is a good idea for women to have their own set of power tools. Although women can use power tools designed for men, those designed especially for women make a job easier. When looking to purchase power tools for women, it is a good idea to learn which ones are necessary, and where they can be found.

The Cordless Screwdriver or Drill
One of the most important and useful power tools for women is the cordless screwdriver, or a low-voltage cordless drill. Keep the weight of the battery in mind when judging the weight of a cordless screwdriver or drill. The low-voltage drill is an excellent choice for the do-it-yourself woman, because it does not weigh as much as more powerful, higher-voltage models. Try to find a screwdriver or drill with an accompanying bit or driver kit, which keeps bits and drivers organized neatly.

A cordless drill or electric screwdrivers can be used to drive screws, drill holes, or as a power source for other accessories, such as the paint stirrer. Some cordless drills feature a removable battery with a belt clip. Cordless drills and screwdrivers are very useful when assembling furniture, hanging pictures, or performing other simple handi-woman tasks.

Lightweight Sanders
DIY women should also consider purchasing one or more sanders. The detail sander and the orbital sander work together well in tandem. The detail sander can reach corners the other cannot, but the orbital sander is able to sand a larger amount of space at a time. Refinishing furniture, decking, trim, and much more can all be done with these two tools.

A mouse sander is also a good choice. It is a smaller version of the orbital sander and is terrific for accessing small corners and tiny spots that are difficult to reach. Since it is so tiny and easy to use (it fits in the palm of one’s hand), the mouse sander is perfect for crafts and smaller jobs. Some sanders even come with a dust bag attachment to catch any sawdust created in the process.

Power Saws

There are several types of power saws that any female do-it-yourselfer should find beneficial. The 18-volt circular saw is a great lightweight choice for doing odd jobs around the house. It has a built-in laser guide make sure that the cut is made in the right place. When straight cuts are needed, this tool would be the one to use. It is great for building bookshelves or cabinets, cutting closet shelving, and other such jobs.

The miter saw is a small but powerful tool, and is perfect for cutting trim and other small jobs. But it can also be used for cutting larger boards by simply flipping the board over and making a second cut.

Small circular saws are also available, and can do well on larger boards which may need cutting. Look for lighter weight circular saws, since they can be quite heavy and hard to handle otherwise.

The jigsaw is also a good choice, and can be the most versatile saw in the toolbox. The jigsaw is perfect for cutting drywall, plywood, trim, particleboard, and much more. Small projects are easy to do with this tool, which can make curved cuts that other saws cannot. You can find both battery powered and corded jigsaws, as is the case with many power tools.

 
Corded, or Cordless Power Tools?
When working on any type power tool project, it is important to use the most appropriate tool. As mentioned above, most power tools come in both plug-in and cordless varieties. Deciding which version to buy depends on the project..

Cordless power tools have both good and bad points. On the negative side, they rely completely on their battery, and so have a much less consistent, sometimes undependable source of power. Work may need to stop so that the battery can recharge before work continues. Over time, the charge length will deplete until eventually the battery must be replaced.

On the positive side, however, cordless power tools are much more convenient to use and can fit into tighter places than their corded counterparts. While the corded power tool has an unending source of power (unless the electrical service fails), its reach is limited to its cord length. Using an extension cord can remedy this somewhat, but hauling around a heavy cord can be wearisome, and it slows down the work of anyone using it. Another benefit of cordless tools is that they can be used even when there is no electric service. If the power is out, or if you are working outside of civilization, a cordless tool is your best bet.

The choice between cordless and corded power tools must be left up to the worker. Some may like the convenience and reach of a cordless, or may need to fit into tighter spaces without being tethered to a power source. Others may require a more powerful tool or the certainty of plug-in power. So the decision must be based upon the job itself, the needs of the user, and the availability of a power source.

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