www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk

Just got myself thinking about planes as there appears to be different types for different jobs - clearly I didn't know this as I'm not a big user of them. Is there anywhere on this site that explains to the average DIYer (yes, the likes of me) which type of tool to use on what type of task ?

e.g. different types of planes and saws, pliers and grips etc when used for electrics or plumbing. Hammers of all shapes, sizes and materials etc etc

Just a thought

Not yet, but I will try and look into it.

I have been thinking about doing a "tool encycolpedia" for the site where all tools are listed alphabetically.

The listing would include a description of the tool and what it is used for and hopefully a short movie clip demonstrating how to use the tool.

Making this will be very time consuming, but I'll dedicate some time to it soon.

I'll start to make some pages for it when I get chance

I was begining to think it was a crap idea looking at the lack of responses

Dunno about the video demo, that really would take too long but I'm sure the chippy's (for example) on the site can provide a paragraph or two to describe the differences between saws, planes etc.

I'd contribute but my knowledge of the correct usage is limited which is why I suggested it

So come of you 'pros' please contribute here then UHM can compile a compilation page. Almost make it a wiki here so everyone can contribute their thoughts then UHM can compile the best bits

skiking wrote

Just got myself thinking about planes as there appears to be different types for different jobs - clearly I didn't know this as I'm not a big user of them. Is there anywhere on this site that explains to the average DIYer (yes, the likes of me) which type of tool to use on what type of task ?

Although you ask about the information on this (brilliant) site, there is a good introduction to the beginning DIYer here:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/reader/02764 ... eader-page

Chapter 2. Well worth the £7.49 spend and has some good basic info on plumbing/electrics/joinery etc tool use.

Other half bought me this last Christmas and it was well received !

I didn't think the CD was much use. If UHM did find the time (big big job!) to upload videos on tool use that really would be impressive. Big ask though!

Cheers,

LB.