2019 Fall Home & Garden

2019 Fall Home & Garden Video Magazine Lincoln Daily News Sept. 26, 2019 Page 17 Continued n of measuring devices that includes a tape measure, a level, and a set square, which is useful for measuring and setting right angles. Hex kits are also a newer addition to basic tool kits. Hex kits, or allen wrenches, are useful when putting together furniture kits, as a lot of basic furniture sold in stores is put together with hex bolts. “It’s also a great little tool for adjusting bike pedals and brakes,” according to the video. Another tool to consider is the multi-tool. Multi-tools are similar to pocket knives, in that they hold a variety of blades and small implements inside of them. Multi-tools also have built in pliers, which is very handy, and makes storing easier. “You’ve got a pair of pliers, wire cutters, a saw, a couple of screwdriver bits, a bottle opener, a sharp knife, and a file. Great tool to have in any starter tool kit,” says White. This video also suggests having a pair of scissors or two on hand. “You don’t want to use kitchen scissors when you’re doing DIY, so these are a great thing to have in your tool set,” says White. He also suggests a portable saw that can be used for metal or wood. Additionally, this video also suggests that if you have a difficult time putting together a tool kit on your own, there are kits you can buy that come with most of what you need. Towards the end, White suggests a fifty-piece tool kit, which is supplemented with a small wood saw and a ratchet screwdriver. This would cost around 41 pounds, which is also around $50 (as of September 2019). Basic Tool Kit This video, aimed at providing relatively cheaper for home preparation, demonstrates the usefulness of not just a toolbox, but a tool bag. A tool bag is useful in terms of accessibility, as it’s easier to reach into a pouch than it is to mess with a box, where the latches can be tricky. A tool belt is an alternative. A lot of the tools shown in this video are touched on elsewhere. This video does suggest including precision screwdrivers along with the other types. “They’re good for eyeglasses and small electronics,” according to the source. ‘Stubby’ screwdrivers are useful for hard to reach places. Along with screwdrivers, your tool box should contain one or two nut drivers. A nut driver is a tool used much like a screwdriver. The