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Architecture and Construction - Striking Tools and Nails

Here you will learn some English words related to striking tools and nails such as "hammer", "mallet", and "drift punch".

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hammer
[noun]

a tool with a metal head and a handle, used for striking nails, etc.

Ex: The hammer's weight provided the force needed for tougher jobs .
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a versatile hand tool with a flat striking surface on one side used for driving nails into various materials, and a curved, V-shaped claw on the other side used for removing nails or prying objects apart

Ex: I need a claw hammer to fix the loose door frame in the hallway .
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a type of hammer with a rounded striking surface opposite the flat striking surface, commonly used for shaping metal, setting rivets, or striking punches in metalworking applications

Ex: The craftsman carefully struck the metal with the ball peen hammer to ensure it was perfectly shaped .
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mallet
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a hammer-like tool with a large wooden or rubber head used for striking or directing objects

Ex: The blacksmith wielded a sturdy metal mallet to shape the red-hot iron into horseshoes .
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a large tool consisted of a long handle with a heavy metal block at its end, used with both hands to break a stone, etc.

Ex: The sledgehammer's weight made it ideal for delivering powerful strikes .
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a hammer-like tool with a rubber or soft plastic head, used for tasks that require a gentle but firm striking force, such as assembling furniture, tapping delicate surfaces, or working with materials that should not be damaged by a metal hammer

Ex: The mechanic used a rubber mallet to tap the parts into alignment without damaging the paint .
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a hammer with a hollow head filled with material, designed to reduce rebound and deliver non-damaging strikes

Ex: To install the tiles , they used a dead blow hammer to ensure the grout lines were even .
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a heavy-duty hammer with a long handle, a large striking face, and a curved claw on the back, specifically designed for tasks related to framing and carpentry, such as driving large nails, framing structures, and removing nails

Ex: He accidentally missed the nail , but the framing hammer's large head helped him hit it with the next swing .
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a type of hammer with a wedge-shaped peen (the end opposite the striking face), oriented perpendicular to the handle, commonly used for tasks such as shaping metal, forging, or starting and setting nails

Ex: The carpenter grabbed a cross peen hammer to drive the nails into the wooden frame more precisely .
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a small hammer with a magnetized face for holding and driving small nails (tacks), commonly used in upholstery work or tasks that involve precise nail placement

Ex: She grabbed the tack hammer to put in the finishing touches on her craft project .
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a specialized hammer with a chisel-like striking face on one side and a blunt, square face on the other side, specifically designed for tasks involving working with bricks

Ex: The contractor handed me the brick hammer
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a tool used in welding to remove slag and spatter from welded joints and clean the surface, featuring a pointed end and a chisel or flat end for chipping and cleaning purposes

Ex: He carefully held the welding hammer while striking the slag off the metal surface .
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nail
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a small strong pointy metal that is inserted into walls or wooden objects using a hammer to hang things from or fasten them together

Ex: She checked that each nail was driven in straight for a neat finish .
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a strong and large nail with a flat, broad head, commonly used in framing and construction projects

Ex: The builder recommended using framing nails instead of regular nails for the foundation.
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a small nail with a discreet head, commonly used for finishing and trim work in woodworking projects

Ex: She carefully placed each finish nail to ensure the corners of the frame aligned perfectly .
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brad nail
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a thin, small-gauge nail designed for delicate woodworking tasks such as attaching trim, moldings, or other lightweight materials

Ex: When working with thin wood pieces , brad nails help keep the material intact and stable .
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a large nail with a wide, flat head and a rubber or neoprene washer, used for securing roofing materials to the roof surface

Ex: The worker checked that all the roofing nails were driven flush with the surface .
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a type of nail specifically designed for fastening materials to concrete or masonry surfaces

Ex: She bought a pack of concrete nails for the renovation project to mount the wooden panels on the concrete wall .
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a hardened steel nail designed for fastening materials to masonry surfaces like concrete or brick

Ex: Always wear safety goggles when driving a masonry nail into hard surfaces.
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a nail with a textured, ring-like pattern along the shank, offering increased holding power and resistance to withdrawal

Ex: The contractor relied on ring shank nails to attach the roofing felt , knowing they would stay secure in the harsh weather .
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a nail with two heads, designed for temporary or removable fastening purposes

Ex: During the renovation , the construction crew relied on duplex nails to fasten the drywall , as they could be pulled out when needed .
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a large-headed nail used for securing roofing materials to wood surfaces

Ex: For this project , I need clout nails to fasten the thin plastic sheeting without leaving big marks .
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a type of nail specifically designed for securing panels, such as plywood or particle board, to wooden frames or studs

Ex: The builder recommended using panel nails for attaching the panels to the wall in the living room .
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a small nail with a decorative head used for attaching upholstery fabric to furniture frames

Ex: The designer recommended adding upholstery nails around the back of the bench to give it a polished finish .
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cut nail
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a type of nail made by cutting or shaping a solid piece of steel, often used in carpentry and woodworking

Ex: To maintain the authentic look of the vintage door , they used cut nails instead of modern screws .
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tack
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a small nail with a flat, wide head, used to temporarily attach lightweight materials to a surface

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a nail with helical threads along the shank, offering increased holding power and stability when driven into materials

Ex: The contractor explained that screw-shank nails would provide a better grip than regular nails , especially in the softwood material .
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a sturdy metal tool with a pointed end used to drive or remove pins, bolts, or other fasteners

Ex: After drilling, he used a drift punch to make sure the hole was clear and ready for the next step.
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a type of nail specifically designed for attaching siding materials, such as vinyl, wood, or fiber cement, to exterior walls or other surfaces

Ex: The house was completely re-sided , with each panel held in place by stainless steel siding nails.
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a specialized nail with ridges along its shank, used for joining wood pieces together

Ex: When installing the subfloor , the builder chose corrugated nails to ensure that the panels stayed in place .
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a small, slender pin used for attaching lightweight materials to surfaces

Ex: When restoring the old chest , he used escutcheon pins to reattach the decorative metal plate .
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a specialized nail designed for securing carpets or rugs to floors

Ex: She carefully placed the carpet nails to prevent any wrinkles from forming in the carpet .
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a type of nail specifically designed for fastening flooring materials, such as hardwood, engineered wood, or laminate, to subflooring or underlayment

Ex: After applying the adhesive , they added flooring nails for extra stability .
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punch
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a machine or tool used for making holes in paper or other material

Ex: The punch on his desk had a lever for easy operation when punching through thick stacks of paper .
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a striking tool used to create small, controlled indentations or marks on a workpiece to serve as reference points for drilling or other operations

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pin punch
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a striking tool used to forcefully remove pins, rivets, or similar fasteners from a workpiece by striking it with a hammer or mallet

Ex: I always keep a pin punch in my toolbox for quick pin removals during repairs.
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a precision hand tool with a sharp, pointed tip that is used to create small, accurate indentations or pilot marks on a workpiece

Ex: The carpenter marked the surface with a prick punch before starting the work on the wooden frame .
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