8 Must-Have Power Tools For DIY And Woodworking

These are the first 8 essential power tools you need if you are new to woodworking or have DIY projects you want to get done. Whether you're building in a garage shop or starting a backyard project you'll find these tools super helpful. A drill is an indispensable tool that you almost can't do without. Table saws, jig saws, and circular saws can sometimes be interchangeable but you'll need at least one of them. A sander is a fairly inexpensive tool that will save you time and help you achieve a smoother finish. A router is probably the last of these tools you need but once you have one you'll wonder how you went without one for so long. Pick a tool brand you like when choosing cordless tools so you can use one type of battery. Right now I'm a big fan of Milwaukee tools but there are lots of good brands like Makita, Dewalt, Bosch, Rigid, Ryobi, and more.
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[itree]

FINALLY! Someone who explains WITHOUT talking too much. I aspire to learn woodworking(i know nothing about it) and this is a good start. Thanks. 💯 👍🏽

[asgaiyawaya]

I am about to be a first-time homeowner and thought about all kinds of projects for the back and front yard, even a backyard kitchen, play, and gazebo area combined more or less, still working out how to do that without making a whole other building. The idea is just making a fun and comfortable place for the summer and fall months.

[timderks]

FYI: 18 and 20 volts are exactly the same. 20V is just marketing speak, appealing to those folks that think higher always equals better. Same goes for 10.8 and 12 volts, and (kinda) for 36 and 40 volts. I know that Makita brands their 36V batteries and accompanying tools as 40V, because they already call their 2x18V machines the 36V lineup, I'm not sure if other brands have a similar thing going on. In any case: when you see two tools, one saying 10.8/18/36V, and the other saying 12/20/40V respectively, as long as they both only use 1 battery, the voltage is exactly the same.



I can affirm the quality of the 12V Milwaukee tools. I'm a Makita guy myself, but if I couldn't get Makita, I'd 100% go for Milwaukee. Not only do they have quality tools, they also have some nice gadgety tools. Ryobi has a lot of these gadgets too, but Milwaukee is a lot better IMO.

About the impacts: They don't necessarily get more power (normal drills actually have more torque usually), they just put a lot less stress on your hand. Where you need a big second handle on a big drill, you can use a big impact driver with one hand. It's comparable to trying to push in a nail with a hammer, or impacting on it (also known as hammering it in). The impact vs the constant force can make a big difference. Impact drivers are worthless on (very) large screws though, no matter how strong your impact driver is, it will not be able to drive a 600mm screw (24" if my conversion is correct), because all the power from the impact is absorbed by the screw flexing along its rotational axis.

IMO, you missed the most important part of hand-held circular saws: On which side the blade is. For those who expect to hold the saw with their right hand, it's usually a lot more comfortable to have a saw with the blade on the left. Sadly, most circular saws have the blade on the right for some reason.

Other than that: great summary. I don't think you missed anything, and I would indeed call this set the basic set of tools, maybe leaving out the table saw.



As always, before buying anything: Check out the options, and do some research. YouTube is a very good resource, since you can easily see how people test the tools, and then determine if you think that's a fair and repeatable method of testing, but don't rely on people's opinions. Some will say you need to have a 36V drill, because you won't be able to do anything with less, but the reality is that most people will get along with 12V just fine for home use.

And like said in the video: Make sure you choose a brand you're going to stick with. So if you're looking at drills, also look at what that brand offers for the next couple of tools you may want to get in the future. There's no use getting into battery eco-system A if only half the tools you want are available in that battery eco-system, unless you know from the start that you don't mind multiple battery eco-systems.

[TheDuzt]

I found this channel a few days a go and I have faith in you tube again, i have not stopped watching untill i finished all the videos. Best wishes from Húsavík Iceland

[stephanievaladez]

You look like a modern day WOLVERINE! Glad I found your channel.

[basilsage]

I told my husband I want a new drill and a new sander, this video will help pick the right ones. Thank you.

[chrisnash]

Great video. I love hearing everyone’s perspective on what should be your first tools. That guy must be a REALLY good friend to tear your saw up and he’s still your friend.

[HBSuccess]

I’ve been using my impact driver to drill holes for years. It works great.

[jaysav]

This channel is exactly what I needed now that I'm starting to build a few small things. Coming from zero experience, I appreciate this channel a lot.

[steverugg]

Thanks for the information, very welll done. So far the only regret is I bought a stationary chop ( Miter) saw.

[msal]

That's funny, cuz I love jigsaws 😂
I definitely understand hating a low quality one though. I was fortunate to get to use an old solid steel corded jigsaw my grandpa gave me before it was stolen. Very well made.

[janeenl]

These types of videos are so helpful to people like me who really want to know. I'm a 70 year old woman who really wishes I could have been a carpenter. I'm having a heck of a time right now trying to use my router to make the proper holes for the Soss hinges I bought for my hidden bookcase. I'm about to give up because although the Soss hinge is wonderful for a hidden bookcase, they are not the easiest for me to figure out. So, keep up the great work. I only wish you would make even MORE videos so I wouldn't have to wait so long to see the next one! :-)

[Spthomas]

While it doesn't fall under tool pursé, a dedicated work bench/table is pretty choice.

I've recently upgraded the one I made over a decade ago(which still gets used)
for a table I got out of a public school when the world shut down. At least near me, the public schools got rid of all their butcher block tables and replaced them with stainless, and I work for a company that services commercial kitchen equipment.

'Inheriting" a 72"x30"x3" hardwood table with a beefy stainless base that's probably older than my 48 years has been incredible.

Several holes drilled through the top and holdfasts have upped my game and speed.

[balthazarquinn]

Amazing video! Thanks man! Very informative and easily understood by DIY newbies (like me). 😁👍🏼

[handymanhoney-do]

I still have and use a Craftsman circular saw I bought in 1992. Still works great. A couple years ago I bought a DeWalt 20v set which included a cordless circular saw. It’s convenient to work away from the house but I still love my old saw.

[keenaheaton]

Great video! That crosscut on the table saw using the fence will give me nightmares though. Glad I found your channel!

[inelouw]

I've had my Bosch PST 700 E jigsaw for about 12 years now, and I honestly *love* it. I even use it for things that don't necessary require a jigsaw. It's easy to use, easy to replace the blades, easy to clean and stow, powerful enough for thick oak countertops, and I've never had that issue with dust getting into my face (which is probably a bad thing, because I keep forgetting to put on my safety glasses when I work with it). 😂

[latriciacagle]

A couple of thoughts…
My daughter owns several income properties and I usually do most of the reno work. We discovered impact drivers a couple of years ago and it makes a huge difference.

I was relieved to hear that I’m not alone in hating jigsaws.

I lost almost all of my power tools in a house fire last year. Fortunately, my daughter has most of same tools. Last summer she bought a new set of 7 Ryobi cordless tools and she gave me her old set. I’m slowly replacing what was lost and this video is very helpful to determine what to buy first.

[hiwayman]

Great Video, Thank You. I have grown to love my Black & Decker Matrix 20 Volt Max set up. So fare I have 12 tools in 1. Not heavy duty enough for contractors, but GREAT home DYI.

[mikegander]

YESSS!! FILTHY, FILTHY PHILLIPS!! Oh Robertson, the only bit I allow on my job site. Thank you.