You will need a good selection of both hand and power tools to build a deck. The list below gives a general idea of the scope of tools required.

Power Tools

• Circular Saw - if you buy cheap ones, you will also probably go through at least three blades

• Miter Saw - for cutting pickets and other finish work
• Cordless Drill - with at least two battery packs
  • Masonry bits - predrilling for masonry anchors (if required)

  • Spade bits - drilling holes for through-bolts at posts
    

As part of my children's (ages 5 and 3) exploration of the physical world around them, they kicked out several balusters in our front porch railing. They also got a lesson in truth and consequences.

I got a Weekend Project.

Tools for reglazing a historic double-hung window, once the sash has been removed from the window frame:

• Scrapers (various sizes)

• Utility knife and straight razor holder (not shown)
• Glazing knife (essentially a putty knife with an angle bend)
• Needlenose pliers

Also needed: elbow grease and time.

A HEPA filter respirator is 99.97% effective at removing dust particles larger than 0.3 microns in diameter.

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