POWERTOOLS
Here are a selection of the powertools and the brands we keep in stock. We have been stocking primarily Einhell tools for almost a decade and have nothing but praise for their products, they are great tools for the everyday handyman and have found them to be on par with the bigger brands on all levels.
As always, we have the capacity to order most branded powertools in to the shop next day. The reason we don't keep them in stock is simply because we don't have the space, so if you are looking for something in particular, give us a call and we will try and source it quickly for you.
In this section we have Power Drills, Sanders, Grinders & Saws
POWER DRILLS
Drill Drivers - Cordless
Brands in stock: Einhell, Durofix, Black & Decker, Hitatchi
Brands Available: Most branded cordless drill drivers are available
Available in
Combi hammer - These drills come with a feature which allows them to not only spin the drill bit, but also fractionally punch the bit in and out in a hammer action via a different function.
SDS - Similar to the Combi drill, however these tools have pistons which accomodate for a more forceful punch hammer action and are more suited to heavier duty jobs and allow for a chisel bit to be used transforming the tool in to a breaker.
Corded Drills - SDS/Impact
Brands kept in stock: Einhell and Black & Decker
Brands Available: Most branded corded drills are available to order.
Ideal for
These drills are primarily SDS and precussion drills which makes them ideal for use on masonary and concrete work. Yet, with the SDS feature turned off they can be used for metal and wood work too.
They are generally available in 240v (Mains) or 110v (site)options.
Various drill bits, attatchments and accessories are available for these tools in store
Drill Driver Brands available to order at DIY
MOST AVAILABLE NEXT DAY AT NO EXTRA COST
SANDERS
Mouse/Detail Sander
Brands kept in Stock: Einhell and Black & Decker
Brands available to order: Most Brands
Ideal for
These sanders are best suited for those hard to reach areas where other, bulkier sanders cannot access. The small pointed feature these sanders have make them ideal for getting in to corners and around awkward shapes.
Orbital/Palm Sander
Brands kept in Stock: Einhell
Brands available to order: Most Brands
Ideal for
This type of sander has a rotating pad which moves in small circles and has became synonymous as a finishing sander which provides a smooth professional finish when used correctly.
With slight pressure applied during use and with the correct level of gritted pad you can achieve a high quality finish with this tool.
This tool can use sanding pads which vary from a course to fine grit, all of which are available in store.
Random Orbital Sander
Brands kept in Stock: Einhell
Brands available to order: Most Brands
Ideal for
This type of sander benefits from having qualities of both an orbital and belt sander since it functions around a pad which both oscillates and rotates at a high speed. Given this unique function, this tool can be moved over the wood in any direction without fear that the timber or grain will be damaged.
By using a variety of different gritted sanding pads, this tool can be used during the initial rougher stages of sanding as well as the finer finishing stages.
Great for use on large surfaces such as doors, tables and flooring.
Various sanding pads, attatchments and accessories are available for these tools in store
MOST AVAILABLE NEXT DAY AT NO EXTRA COST
Power Sander Brands available to order at DIY
Grinders
Angle Grinder
Brands kept in Stock: Einhell and Dewalt
Brands available to order: Most Brands
Available in
These griders are available to take the following sizes of discs:
115mm, 125mm, 180mm and 230mm gridning or cutting discs, with cordless options available to order.
Best suited for lightweight use, larger disc cutters are better for more heavy duty jobs.
Various grinding & cutting dics, attatchments and accessories are available for these tools in store
MOST AVAILABLE NEXT DAY AT NO EXTRA COST
Power Grinder Brands available to order at DIY
Saws
Circular Saw
Brands kept in Stock: Einhell
Brands available to order: Most Brands
Ideal for
These saws are ideal for ripping larger timber materials for when a hand saw won't manage the job. You can use various different blades with varying tooth density for various types of timber being cut.
Jigsaw
Brands kept in Stock: Einhell
Brands available to order: Most Brands
Ideal for
When used with the right blade, jigsaws are ideal for ripping through timber planks, manufactured boards and even metal. They are great for cutting out intricate shapes and internal patterns.
All jigsaw manufactures now generally make their tools suitable to take a universal blade which makes for ease of use and less hassle when buying replacements. A wide range of these are available in store.
Multi-function tool
Brands kept in Stock: Einhell
Brands available to order: Most Brands
Ideal for
These pieces of kit are perfect for the everyday handyman who wants one tool to do many jobs. They come with various attatchments which transforms the tool into a saw, scraper, sander and grinder.