Everyone needs a new favorite tool every now and then. The crew at Ask This Old House certainly have a few, and in this segment, they’ll show host Kevin O’Connor what they are so he can add them to his wish list.
Richard: Anti-Fogging Face Shield
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey needs glasses to see, but he also needs to protect his eyes and airways. He found a face shield that fits over the glasses, and it includes a small filter to help him see and breathe easier while he works.
Mark: Masonry Mortar Bag
Mason Mark McCullough wasn’t a fan of the baker’s bag when he first saw it, but now he’s all in. This handle tool allows him to point and repoint brick faster, taking him 10 minutes for what used to take an hour. He simply fills the bag with mortar and pipes in between the bricks or block.
Heath: Magnetic Multi-Bit Screwdriver
Master electrician Heath Eastman gave one of his employees a good-natured hard time about this tool, but he’s recently come around on. This multi-bit screwdriver features a flat and Philips combination bit that makes electrical work easier. The bits are also magnetic and impact-ready, making it a great choice for electricians and DIYers alike.
Mauro: 17-in-1 Painter’s Tool
Gone are the days of Mauro’s simple painter’s tool. Today, he uses a 17-in-1 tool which features a point for opening cracks, a scraper, a putty knife, several screw wrenches, a nail set, two screwdrivers, a roller cleaner, a nail puller, and a bottle opener, among others.
Tom: Turner’s Apron
It’s no secret that Tom has been spending a lot of late nights working with his lathe. To help keep him safe while working with spinning irregular pieces of wood, he dons his turner’s apron. This leather apron has built-in tool storage, a flexible throat guard, and stout construction.
Resources
- Richard – Anti-fogging face shield
- Mark – Masonry mortar bag
- Heath – Magnetic multi-bit screwdriver
- Mauro – 17 in-1 tool
- Tom – Turner’s apron
