Discover the essential items for your home repair kit
Living alone brings a number of advantages, such as the freedom to decorate everything in your own way, to be able to choose when to wash the dishes and clean up the mess, and, why not, to be able to sing loud and off key without anyone complaining (except neighbors). But despite all these benefits, not having a mate under the same roof can also come with a lot of challenges, especially when someone is running a household for the first time.
One of the biggest difficulties when taking care of the house is carrying out small tasks which, if accumulated, can give a big headache to the new ‘landlord’. Changing a light bulb, changing the resistance of the shower, hanging something on the wall, assembling a piece of furniture, etc.
Joabson Lima, furniture fitter affiliated with Parafuzo – online platform that offers furniture cleaning and furniture assembly services in a practical and safe way – shares with us the essential tools that everyone should have in their personal kit!
Hammer
You can’t do without a hammer if you want to nail something to the wall. “And, if you opt for the forked head model, it can also be used to pull nails,” he explains.
screwdriver and cross screwdriver
The screwdriver has a straight, flat tip and the Phillips screwdriver has a thin cone-shaped tip. They are indispensable for assembling furniture and tightening or loosening screws. Joabson gives golden advice: “I recommend buying models with a rubberized handle and magnetic/magnetic tips, because the presence of the magnet makes it easier to work in hard-to-reach places, preventing the screw from falling out so easily.”
cordless screwdriver
A cordless screwdriver can make your life easier when installing shelves, pictures, televisions, etc. “Give preference to lighter models and never forget to read the instruction manual,” recommends the expert.
Stylus
“The stylus is indispensable for straighter, more precise cuts,” he says. A good quality model is worth investing in and it’s always good to have extra blades on hand.
Basis for cutting
A cutting surface is essential to avoid damage to the table or floor when using the stylus. Joabson points out, “It’s not something everyone thinks about when they’re putting together their toolbox, but it prevents future problems.”
Universal pliers
Pliers aren’t just for tightening screws, nuts and removing nails. “It’s also possible to cut and bend the wire, as well as pull and splice the wires,” she adds.
Insulating tape
Duct tape is essential for small electrical and plumbing jobs. “With it, you can avoid serious problems such as a short circuit or temporarily plug a leak in the plumbing.”
Wrench
It is very useful for holding or twisting very tight objects such as nuts and fasteners. Joabson advises, “Get an adjustable wrench, which can fit a variety of sized tools.”
measuring tape
The tape measure is indispensable for accurately measuring furniture, walls and floors.
Stairs
Very important not only to help with repairs, but also to change light bulbs, reach higher shelves and even clean the corners of the ceiling. “I know it’s not a tool and it won’t fit in your toolkit, but it will make your life easier on any home repair,” concludes Joabson.
And never forget
Before you start drilling or breaking, it’s important to take a look at the electrical and plumbing plans for your apartment or house to avoid a possible disaster!
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Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
