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TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSCaulking gun: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to load, cut, and control a caulking gun so you lay one smooth, even bead of sealant, not a mess.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 6 STEPSCaulking gun: how to hold it safelyLearn to load, grip and squeeze a caulking gun so you get a smooth bead without mess or strain.

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TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSCaulking gun: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to load, prime and control a caulking gun so sealant comes out smoothly, not in blobs.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSCaulking gun: what it does and when to reach for itLearn to load, cut, and use a caulking gun to lay a neat, even bead of sealant.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSChisels: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn safe, controlled chisel technique so cuts are clean and your hands stay well away from the blade.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSChisels: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and use a chisel safely, keeping your hands away from the cutting edge at all times.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSChisels: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to set an SDS drill to chisel mode, fit or change chisel bits, and check they are locked before use.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSChisels: what it does and when to reach for itLearn what a chisel does, how to hold it safely, and how to make a clean cut in wood.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSCircular saw: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to set up, position and control a circular saw so cuts are straight, safe and splinter-free.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSCircular saw: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and control a circular saw safely, avoiding kickback, before you ever make a cut.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSCircular saw: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to set up a circular saw safely and change its blade with confidence.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSCircular saw: what it does and when to reach for itLearn what a circular saw is for, when to use it, and how to make a straight, safe cut.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 6 STEPSClaw hammer: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to grip, swing and strike with a claw hammer so nails go in straight and come out cleanly.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSClaw hammer: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and swing a claw hammer safely and hit the nail, not your thumb.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSClaw hammer: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to check, hold, swing and use a claw hammer safely, and pull a nail cleanly, before using it on real work.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSClaw hammer: what it does and when to reach for itLearn to hold a claw hammer, drive a nail straight, and pull one out cleanly.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSCordless drill/driver: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to hold, set up and use a cordless drill/driver correctly so holes are straight and screws don't strip.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSCordless drill/driver: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and control a cordless drill/driver safely before using it on any project.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSCordless drill/driver: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to set up a cordless drill/driver, change bits safely, and get the clutch right.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSCordless drill/driver: what it does and when to reach for itLearn what a cordless drill/driver does, its controls, and when to use it safely.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSHand saw: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to make a straight, controlled cut with a hand saw without the blade wandering off line.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSHand saw: how to hold it safelyLearn to grip, position and stroke a hand saw safely for a clean, straight cut.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSHand saw: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to identify a hand saw's parts, fit a blade the right way round, and check it is safely tensioned.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSHand saw: what it does and when to reach for itLearn to use a hand saw safely and accurately to cut a straight line through timber.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSJigsaw: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to choose the right blade, secure your work and guide a jigsaw so cuts come out straight and clean.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSJigsaw: how to hold it safelyLearn to grip, position and control a jigsaw so your cuts are safe, straight and controlled.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSJigsaw: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to fit, change and set up a jigsaw blade safely before you ever cut anything.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSJigsaw: what it does and when to reach for itLearn what a jigsaw does, how to fit a blade, and how to make a clean, safe cut.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOrbital sander: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to use an orbital sander correctly so you get a smooth finish without swirl marks or gouges.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOrbital sander: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and control an orbital sander safely for smooth, even sanding without gouges.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOrbital sander: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to fit sandpaper, attach dust collection, and use an orbital sander safely and evenly.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOrbital sander: what it does and when to reach for itLearn what an orbital sander does, when to use one, and how to sand flat surfaces without leaving marks.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOscillating multi-tool: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to control an oscillating multi-tool safely and get clean, accurate cuts every time.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOscillating multi-tool: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and control an oscillating multi-tool safely before you cut anything.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOscillating multi-tool: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to safely remove, choose and fit the right blade on an oscillating multi-tool, and check it's secure before use.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSOscillating multi-tool: what it does and when to reach for itLearn what an oscillating multi-tool does, how to fit blades, and how to cut or sand safely.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSScrewdrivers: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to pick the right screwdriver, hold it properly, and turn without stripping screws or hurting your hand.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 6 STEPSScrewdrivers: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and use a screwdriver safely so screws go in straight without slipping or hurting your hand.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSScrewdrivers: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to pick the right screwdriver bit, fit it correctly, and use it without stripping screws.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSScrewdrivers: what it does and when to reach for itLearn to pick the right screwdriver, size it correctly, and drive or remove a screw without stripping it.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSSDS drill: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to fit bits, choose the right mode, and drill safely with an SDS drill without common beginner mistakes.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSSDS drill: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and brace an SDS drill correctly before you ever switch it on.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSSDS drill: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to fit, remove and set up an SDS drill safely before you ever drill a hole.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSSDS drill: what it does and when to reach for itLearn what an SDS drill does, when to use it, and how to drill safely into masonry.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSSpirit level: common mistakes and how to avoid themLearn to read a spirit level correctly and check it is accurate before you trust it.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSSpirit level: how to hold it safelyLearn to hold and read a spirit level correctly so you can trust what it tells you.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 7 STEPSSpirit level: setting it up and changing the bit or bladeLearn to check a spirit level is accurate and read it correctly before trusting any line as level or plumb.

TOOLS AND HOW TO USE THEM · 8 STEPSSpirit level: what it does and when to reach for itLearn to read a spirit level correctly so shelves, pictures and fixings sit truly level or plumb.