Hammers

Master the original DIY tool.

Hammer Safety Tips: Do not strike a hardened steel surface, concrete or stone with a steel claw hammer.

There are myriad options, so match the tool to the job.

A pneumatic hammer is a powerful tool.

Claw hammers and rip hammers can be found in a variety of sizes and materials.

A pneumatic hammer uses compressed air to carve or chip away at stone or concrete.

A sledgehammer is primarily used in heavy-duty construction or demolition.

A framing hammer used to be the tool that every home builder kept at their side.

A cross peen hammer is a hammer used by blacksmiths to complete metal work.

Make your own functional mallet with basic household items.

A rubber mallet can be used for a variety of different jobs. Breaking in a baseball bat is one of them.

Up your metalworking skills with a classic tool.

A rubber mallet is a general use tool which can be used for many different jobs.

Pry bars are used for many home improvement projects.

A demolition hammer is a powerful tool meant to break down large walls made of concrete.

If you want to install hardwood flooring in your home, then a flooring nailer is a must have tool.

If you have a project where staples will work, a hammer tacker might be your answer.

Using a hammer drill to drill through concrete or tile, there are some problems that can occur.

Read this article for advice on using ball peen hammers.

If you plan on doing a lot of roofing projects, you may want to to invest in a nailer.