Keep your tools well maintained

If you love DIY, you probably love your tools. Show them you care and keep them well maintained. Check out these tips on how to keep your tools well maintained and prolong their life.

Power tools

Check the cord on your power tools regularly. A cord in good condition should be free of abrasions and cuts. To keep them in the best condition, try and keep cords away from high traffic areas and avoid them being stood on as this can cause damage.

Look after your tools

Clean your workshop

If you are lucky enough to have a workshop for your tools, try and keep it clean. Sawdust and resin can get inside your tools and can cause damage to components, this is a particular problem with power tools. Clean build up as often as possible as this will reduce the amount of damage caused.

Clean your tools

Make sure you clean your tools after every use, this will prevent debris from building up. Wipe tools down with a rag before storing away, so that they are clean and ready to be used again.

Store your tools in a safe place

Storing your tools in a safe place will help to prolong their life. Asgard workshop storage is the perfect solution for keeping your tools safe and try. These tough workshop storage units are specifically designed to offer the best storage for your tools. Full of features and Insurance Approved, they are incredibly secure and safe. The Asgard Workshop Storage range is made from strong weatherproof steel and feature a tough 5 point locking system, pick resistant locking mechanism and also include a tool rail to keep your tools organised.

This tool maintenance will help expand your tools life span significantly, saving you money in the long run.

Information provided by mytoolshed.co.uk 

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