How to improve a hammer (tuning): 8 tricks for the DIYer

The hammer is the most recognizable tool used in a wide range of applications. The tool consists of a handle (plastic, metal, wood, rubber) and a headband.

It seems that everyone understands how to work with a hammer. But for a convenient and practical use, the craftsmen came up with a lot of ideas that help to achieve maximum productivity.

How to improve a hammer

1. So that the hammer was always at hand, the craftsmen came up with convenient devices for working trousers.

Alternatively: take the ring from the keychain and attach a clamp, which is threaded onto the belt.

Some don't bother and just wear a hammer in a loop at the waist of their denim pants.

2. How to make sure that nails are always at hand? Don't pinch them in your teeth. There are easier ways to hold the fasteners. The first is to glue a neodymium magnet onto the end of the handle with hot glue. Small nails hold well on it and are always at hand. The second method is to attach large nails with an elastic band to the handle of the hammer.

3. To prevent slipping and provide a comfortable grip, wrap rubber bands around the handle of the hammer.

4. There is a rubber tip (striker) on sale. With its help, it is easy to straighten sheet material; when hit with a hammer, no dents are left.

5. The nail hammer is a handy invention. However, pulling out the nails can damage the material (wood, gypsum board, etc.). Place a dish washing sponge under the hammer. This will protect against damage and dents.

6. To avoid damaging your fingers, use pliers to hold the nails in place.

Small nails will be held by a comb or an invisible hairpin (take from your wife).

7. A construction hammer is also useful for cooking. Sometimes there are no specials. hammer for beating meat. We make a useful device in a couple of minutes.

We take a plug and attach it with electrical tape or tape to the hammer. Then we use it as directed.

8. How to firmly attach the hammer to the handle? There is one trick with a piece of rubber to keep the hammer from flying off. About this we wrote in this article.