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How to maintain your tools
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Good tools are an investment. Like most things in life you get what you pay for. If you are using tools every day, it makes sense to get the best you can afford. But like any investment, you need to maintain those tools and look after them. Otherwise you risk them getting broken and damaged. But, as anyone who has had well-loved tools handed down to them will know, when they are well-maintained tools, they can last a lifetime. So how can you maintain your tools well and get the best return on investment? Use them properly Making sure you...
A brief history of Stanley Tools
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The history of Stanley Tools in the UK can be traced back to the early 19th century, when the Stanley Rule and Level Company was founded in New Britain, Connecticut, in 1857. The company quickly became known for its high-quality tools, and its products were soon being exported to the UK and other countries around the world. In 1936, Stanley Works acquired the British J. A. Chapman company, a manufacturer of carpentry tools and other items. This acquisition gave Stanley a direct presence in the UK market, and the company began to manufacture Stanley-branded tools in Sheffield. Stanley Tools quickly...
Working / tooling in the garden
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Now that summer’s here, it should be a joy to work outside. But although most people think the perils of outdoor working in the garden of the UK is the country’s highly changeable weather, the dangers of hot weather apply just as much to Sheffield as they do to more exotic climates. Despite that, with care you can work safely, and enjoy the warmer weather. So if you are doing some DIY, or professional tooling, what steps do you need to take to make sure you are safe when the sun shines? Think like you are on holiday You are...
The history of Stanley knives
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Stanley knives are everywhere. It’s one of the best-known products in the world, indeed, in many parts of the world, including the UK. It has become a generic trademark, like hoovering or photoshopping. People will reach for a ‘Stanley knife’, regardless of who actually manufactured the utility knife they are using. Stanley’s industrial heritage Surprisingly, while many may think of the utility knife as their company’s main product, Stanley came late to the knife business. Operating, in various incarnations, for nearly 100 years before bringing its first knife to the market. Indeed, Stanley’s origins were far from knives. The company...
Have you got the right tool for the job?
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Forget what you have heard about a good worker never blaming their tools. The fact is that when you don’t use the right tool for the job, you can risk disaster. And when you are using high-quality tools, it can transform tasks from a chore to a joy. We have a vast array of knives and blades for every job imaginable. So how do you choose the right tool for a job? Research the task, and the right tools If you aren’t an expert, then don’t worry. There are lots of experts and many are happy to share their expertise....