Work Tool Collection (page 5)

Black and white illustration showing how to repair concrete steps using trowel

Digital illustration of adjustable wrench

Digital illustration of using plastic paint shield to prevent painting on window

Digital illustration showing how to screw reinforcing blocks to back of tread from underneath stairs

Digital illustration showing prised off planted moulding below balusters

Black and white illustration of main-operated electric drill

Digital illustration of measuring tape

Digital illustration of wall tile adhesive in plastic container, and notched adhesive spreader

Digital Illustration showing saw cutting small area of weatherboard

Digital illustration showing how to use chisel resting against offcut to prise doorstops off from warped door

Digital Illustration of using pencil and sliding bevel to transfer joint angle to new spindle on baluster

Black and white illustration of combination pliers

Black and white digital illustration of craft knife

Illustration of using masonry trowel to repair hole in asphalt path with concrete

Digital Illustration of using mallet to tap loose wedges back into place below staircase tread

Digital Illustration showing how to use scraper to remove excess paint from window

Digital illustration of profile gauge

Digital illustration of rubber squeegee

Illustration of carpentry chisel, and screwdriver in batten keyhole slots

Black and white illustration of combination square

Digital illustration showing how to smooth rough surface of wet concrete using wooden float

Digital illustration of using paint spray guns to evenly spray paint on wall

Illustration of adjustable spanner

Digital illustration drill bit and spanner

Black and white digital illustration slotted screwdriver

Digital illustration of score-and-snap tile cutter

Digital Illustration showing how to remove weatherboard using a crowbar resting on protective offcut

Digital illustration showing how to prise off planted moulding between balusters using flat-head screwdriver

Digital illustration showing how to fill gaps at edge of floor by marking herringbone blocks using combination square

Digital illustration of lever-operated tile cutter

Digital illustration of wall-mounted tool storage board with outlines

Black and white digital illustration of hammer drill

Black and white digital illustration of panel saw

Digital illustration of tile saw and tile nibblers

Digital Illustration flathead and Phillips screwdrivers

Digital illustration of spreading adhesive with notched edge of trowel

Digital Illustration showing rubber-based float and grouting on floor tiles

Digital illustration of using spirit level and straightedge to ensure fence posts are parallel to one another on sloping site

Digital Illustration of using hammer to tap glazing sprig in to putty surrounding new glass in window

Digital illustration of screwing through tread into riser underneath staircase

Digital illustration of hacksaw blade cutting through nail on damaged shingle roof tile

Digital illustration of claw hammer

Black and white illustration of paint pad

Black and white illustration of hand holding plastering trowel against flat surface

Black and white illustration of paint roller

Black and white illustration of paint sprayer

Black and white illustration of hand holding paint roller against wall

Black and white illustration of broom and hoes hanging on tool rack in shed

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"Unearthing the Past: A Journey through Work Tools" Step into a retro-style desert scene, where an old gas station stands tall amidst towering saguaro cacti. Witness the power of work tools as they transform mundane tasks into remarkable feats. In one corner, a determined individual wields a wallpaper steam stripper and scraper with precision, effortlessly removing layers of time from walls. The hand holding a tile in a tile cutter showcases the artistry involved in creating beautiful spaces. Travel back to 1896 through an engraving depicting stilt houses, reminding us that even then, innovative tools were shaping our world. Calipers stand as symbols of accuracy and measurement, guiding craftsmen towards perfection. A black and white digital illustration reveals the intricacies of a surform rasp - its sharp teeth carving paths to smoothness. Meanwhile, we glimpse into history with the circular planing machine used during the construction of London's iconic Crystal Palace in 1851. Nature itself becomes part of this narrative when we witness a black-striped capuchin using rocks as tools to crack open palm nuts – showcasing intelligence beyond human comprehension. And on another front, we find empowerment as women change flat tires on cars; their determination defying stereotypes. The Persberg Mines in Sweden remind us that work tools have been instrumental in extracting precious resources from deep within the earth for centuries. A wood engraving from 1877 unveils the principle behind camera obscura – capturing moments forever etched in time. Finally, La Fontaine's Fables teach valuable lessons through "The Miser and his Friend, " illustrating how they can be misused or shared for collective growth. Through these glimpses into history and everyday life alike, it becomes evident that they are not mere objects but conduits for progress and creativity – bridging gaps between past achievements and future possibilities.