Tools every apartment dweller should have in their repair arsenal
Danielle Pinkus

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ve downsized recently or you're moving into your first apartment, you'Advertisement
re going to need to think about only stocking up on the essentials. Ash Attri, founder and CEO of handy man service Super Heroes Australia, says every apartment dweller should have the following in their tool kit: Hammer: A good hammer is necessary equipment and is very versatile. It can be used to hang pictures and mirrors or to pull out nails.
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Drill: A nice cordless drill is a must have for any DIY project. If you're super short on space, go for a mini hand drill with cutting wheel and attachment.
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Screw drivers: You want to go for a multi-purpose set here.
Pliers: These can be used to pick up or hold onto objects such as nuts and bolts. They come in multiple sizes and shapes and can be used for a variety of jobs including craft projects.
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Measuring tape: Must have for any home improvement or repair project. Inexpensive but very valuable. 15m to 25m is idea for home usage.
Combination square: It helps you to get the lines and angles straight.
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Wrenches: Wrenches are a very essential tool, especially good for basic plumbing tasks, and some of them can even be used to carry out minor fixes on your car.
Safety equipment: Safety is a top priority. To avoid injuries or accidents, invest in rubber gloves, a first aid kit and safety glasses etc. Keep them in your tool box.
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Tool box: Because you're in an apartment you
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'll want something portable. Brands like Stanley, Tactix, Grizzly and even Ikea sell small-scale tool boxes which aren't bad looking. Advertisement
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Add extras:
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Chisels: Chisels are useful in scraping, chipping or even shaping wood, rocks etc.Torpedo level: A torpedo is used to check level alignments.
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