Home Improvements
September 19th 2024
Every DIYer, no matter if you're just getting started or are a DIY pro, needs a range of essential power tools to see them through their home improvement projects.
Here at HSS, we can help you put together the perfect toolbox so you'll have all the essential power tools.
This convenient, all-purpose tool is definitely one you want in your collection. A cordless drill has a number of features and qualities that will be beneficial to helping you get through your DIY projects. Not only are they portable, which is always handy, cordless drills can be used on a number of surfaces such as brick, cement, plastic & wood making them extremely versatile. Cordless drills have a ergonomic design so they can be used safely and efficiently. The handle design makes it easier to grip and control the drill, variable speed control allows you to control the power & the drill has been designed to get in to hard to reach places.
Check out all the cordless drills you can hire or buy here.
Next on the list is another versatile power tool you'll most definitely want to add a circular saw to your tool collection - the circular saw. Available corded or cordless and with a high cutting speed, circular saws have the ability to create different cuts such as straight cuts, bevel cuts as well as cross cuts on a range of materials. You can use a circular saw for cutting shelving, bricks & paving, plasterboard, ceramic tiles and much more providing you have the right type of blade.
See what circular saws and blades we have available, here.
When working on your DIY projects, you may find you need to restore surfaces of all kinds. Electric sanders are perfect for speeding up the job as they work on a high speed to get you the finish you desire. Whether it's to smooth surfaces, remove paint or to prep furniture for decorating, a sander will be the power tool for the job.
Take a look at the wide range of orbital sanders, multi-sanders, palm sanders, drywall sanders, belt sanders and more.
Also known as a nailer, a nail gun is a quick and easy solution for driving nails and brads into cladding, concrete, steel, wood and other tough materials. Various DIY projects that require a large amount of nails like roofing, upholstery, carpet installation & building furniture can all benefit from a nail gun. Not only will you get through your projects efficiently due to the power tool's accuracy, it's also able to hold a large amount of nails and can also be used in tight corners too, so you'll be able to secure materials from any angle.
View all of our nail gun options here.
For any DIY construction, woodwork or vehicle repair jobs, an impact driver can help you drive fasten or loosen nuts, screws and bolts. Lightweight and efficient, impact drivers have different speeds and torque settings and a handle that's been designed for increased user comfort and control. The impact drivers at HSS come with a range of features such as LED lights to use in darker environments, brushless motors, a choice of corded & cordless models and more. Whether you're building decking for your garden, assembling furniture or if you need to loosen stubborn, rusted bolts & screws, an impact driver is the tool for you.
See all the impact driver models we have available here.
You'll find power tools of all kinds at HSS that come from popular, well-known brands like Dewalt, Einhell Makita, Milwaukee, Vitrex and more as well as dust masks, safety goggles & gloves that can keep you protected whilst working on your DIY projects.
Get in touch with our live chat team for any power tool questions & queries or contact your local HSS branch to talk to one of our colleagues.
Samina is a member of the E-commerce team. She has plenty of product knowledge & enjoys writing about all things DIY.
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