Every woodworker must have a selection of power tools to help him achieve perfection in his woodworking task. Even if perfection is not reached, the task will be made a great deal easier and more successful with the correct power tool. It may even be the difference between success and failure.
Which type of power tool you get will depend on the kind of woodworking you intend to do. If you intend to hone your skills and make working with wood a career, you’ll need to invest in the more expensive tradesman’s tools. But if you just like to potter around in the shed on your days off, then the handyman’s portable power tools may suit. If in doubt, choose one with slightly more power than you think you’ll need.
A cordless drill will be one such basic power tool that you will find a myriad of uses for. Consumer reports state that the 14.4-volt class is one of the better buys. A torque rating of 250 inch-pounds is required for most household projects.
A circular saw is essential for cutting your lumber, but choose a corded one for greater reliability. The 7 1/4 inch model seems to be the favorite for workshops. A rip guide and a laser cutting guide will add to the price, but save you a lot of frustration and time. If you are likely to need curved cuts in plywood - or anything else for that matter - a jigsaw is for you. The narrow reciprocating blade is ideal for the curved cuts impossible with a circular saw. Get one with an orbital cutting action and a scrolling feature for increased versatility.
A reciprocating saw or saws-all will be handy, though perhaps not strictly essential, as you can cut almost anything from 2×6 beams to copper pipe, with it. Available in both corded and cordless models, the lighter ones are the easiest to maneuver. Sanders of various kinds will come in handy too and save you a lot of effort.
All this woodworking is going to make your shed very dirty, so you’ll need a wet-dry vacuum to clean it up. Prices are extremely reasonable and most models are designed for both the pro and the home.
One way to keep to a budget with power tool purchases is to buy a cordless combo unit. You can get up to seven different tools for the price of one, depending on what you choose, but make sure you get those that will all fit on the one battery. Ryobi’s One Plus System offers one battery for lots of different tools.
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