What Essentials Should Every Tool Chest Contain?
Everyone needs to have a toolkit at home. Having a toolkit allows you to carry out basic household repairs and maintenance and tackle all kinds of DIY problems and you will be amazed at just how much usage you get out of these tools over the years. You don’t want to have to borrow from family, friends or neighbours, which is why it is important that you have everything that you need in your tool chest.
Obviously, a toolkit will need to contain essential tools such as screwdrivers, screws, hammers, drills, wrenches and similar items, but what else should it contain? A toolkit should also have a few items that aren’t tools but can make all the difference to your DIY project. Here are a few of the main items that tool boxes should contain.
Pencils
Practically every project that you take on will require a pencil for marking measurements and making sure that you are cutting in the right place. You don’t want to be looking all over the house for a pencil, which is why you need to have a few in your tool chest (and a pencil sharpener).
Tape Measure
A tape measure is another essential item that is every tool box should have. Accuracy is everything when it comes to DIY and you need to be able to get things right to the mm. A classic tape measure will suffice, but you might find that a laser tape measure will provide the most accurate readings and could make a difference to your projects.
Blue Roll/Wipes
DIY projects can get messy and this is why you need to have blue roll/wipes on hand, especially if you are painting and do not want to get paint on your project. These wipes can make it easier to keep things clean and to help you to stay organized.
Brushes
Various sized brushes are also handy for sweeping away mess while you are working and also help you to brush away dirt and anything else before you start working.
Sandpaper
Every tool box needs sandpaper so that you can prepare surfaces and smooth items down. This can become worn over time, so you may need to replace this often.
Flashlight
A flashlight is another essential item that will come in handy and not just during DIY projects. It is worth investing in a high-quality flashlight that has different settings so that it can be used for various different purposes.
These are a few of the main items that every tool box needs that are not tools. There are various tools that you need by your side for a variety of projects, but there are also items such as these that are just as important and can make all the difference.
