Learn the tips and tricks on how to use pliers more creatively, effectively, and safely. You’ll also learn how to care for and maintain your pliers to extend their lifespan and keep them in top condition.
Terminating bicycle shifter and brake cables by soldering or dipping in superglue works but bike cable end caps work even better. Read this article to find out why the end caps are the best and how to install them.
Oil filter pliers or wrench is usually the best tool for removing a stuck oil filter. But when you do not have the tool on hand, you can try other methods such as using your belt, bike chain, screwdriver, strap…
A Crescent wrench, also known as an adjustable wrench or adjustable spanner is a must-have tool in my everyday carry tool box. I have been carrying it religiously to the job site instead of a slew of spanners of different…
Keeping your trusty pair of pliers in your pocket is not only unsafe but can also puncture your pockets. This is why you need one of these pliers holsters.
When your diagonal cutters lose sharpness don't throw them away. Try to sharpen them using any of these DIY pliers sharpening methods.
Tin snips or metal shears are a type of cutting pliers for sheet metal. You can also use them to cut other materials such cardboard, plastic sheeting, PVC, chicken wire, and floorings like carpet and vinyl. There are two major…
Pliers can last a lifetime if you take good care of them. In this article, I share how I clean and service my pliers to get the most out of them.
How do you cut steel mesh or hardware cloth? Find out in this article the pliers I use to cut steel mesh to length for my home projects.
You do not need a plumber or electrician to install a simple bidet on a regular toilet. Just get adjustable pliers and a flat screwdriver and follow the simple steps in this article.
Opening a can of corned beef is very easy with a can opener but when you don't have that handy tool, you can use a pair of pliers. In this article, I teach how to do it.
Choosing between Knipex Alligator vs Cobra Pliers can be tricky. That is why I wrote this article to demystify the differences and similarities to help you choose more readily.
Removing a rounded bolt from your vehicle with a regular wrench or socket is not easy. But it is fairly manageable with the right pair of pliers if you do not have a bolt extractor socket. In this article, I share how I use pliers to remove the stubborn stripped bolts and nuts.
