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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
hammer
[noun]

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

Ex: He used a hammer to drive nails into the wooden frame. 
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claw hammer

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: He grabbed the claw hammer to drive the nails into the wooden frame. 
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ball peen hammer

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 mechanic used a ball peen hammer to shape the metal parts of the car frame. 
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mallet
mallet
[noun]

a hammer-like tool with a large wooden or rubber head used for striking or directing objects

Ex: The carpenter used a wooden mallet to gently tap the chisel into the wood. 
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sledgehammer

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: He used a sledgehammer to break apart the old concrete patio. 
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rubber mallet

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: He used a rubber mallet to gently tap the wooden pieces into place without leaving any dents. 
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dead blow hammer

a hammer with a hollow head filled with material, designed to reduce rebound and deliver non-damaging strikes

Ex: The mechanic used a dead blow hammer to tap the parts into place without damaging the surface. 
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framing hammer

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: The carpenter grabbed the framing hammer to drive the large nails into the wooden beams. 
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cross peen hammer

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 blacksmith used a cross peen hammer to shape the hot metal into a horseshoe. 
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tack hammer

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 used a tack hammer to carefully attach the fabric to the wooden frame. 
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brick hammer

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: He used the brick hammer to carefully split the brick into smaller pieces for the wall. 
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welding hammer

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: The welder used a welding hammer to remove the slag from the metal joints. 
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nail
nail
[noun]

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: He used a nail to secure the wooden boards in place. 
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framing nail

a strong and large nail with a flat, broad head, commonly used in framing and construction projects

Ex: The carpenter used a framing nail to secure the wooden beams in place. 
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finish nail

a small nail with a discreet head, commonly used for finishing and trim work in woodworking projects

Ex: The carpenter used a finish nail to attach the trim around the door without leaving noticeable holes. 
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brad nail
brad nail
[noun]

a thin, small-gauge nail designed for delicate woodworking tasks such as attaching trim, moldings, or other lightweight materials

Ex: The carpenter used a brad nail to attach the decorative trim to the cabinet. 
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roofing nail

a large nail with a wide, flat head and a rubber or neoprene washer, used for securing roofing materials to the roof surface

Ex: Make sure to use rust-resistant roofing nails for outdoor projects. 
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concrete nail

a type of nail specifically designed for fastening materials to concrete or masonry surfaces

Ex: The carpenter used a concrete nail to attach the wooden frame securely to the brick wall. 
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masonry nail

a hardened steel nail designed for fastening materials to masonry surfaces like concrete or brick

Ex: The carpenter used a masonry nail to attach the wooden beam to the brick wall. 
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ring shank nail

a nail with a textured, ring-like pattern along the shank, offering increased holding power and resistance to withdrawal

Ex: The carpenter used a ring shank nail to secure the deck boards, ensuring they would stay in place for years. 
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duplex nail

a nail with two heads, designed for temporary or removable fastening purposes

Ex: The contractor used duplex nails to secure the temporary scaffolding until the permanent structure was in place. 
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clout nail

a large-headed nail used for securing roofing materials to wood surfaces

Ex: The roofer used clout nails to secure the roofing felt to the wooden beams. 
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panel nail

a type of nail specifically designed for securing panels, such as plywood or particle board, to wooden frames or studs

Ex: The carpenter used panel nails to attach the plywood to the frame of the cabinet. 
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upholstery nail

a small nail with a decorative head used for attaching upholstery fabric to furniture frames

Ex: She carefully hammered in the upholstery nails to secure the fabric to the wooden frame. 
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cut nail
cut nail
[noun]

a type of nail made by cutting or shaping a solid piece of steel, often used in carpentry and woodworking

Ex: The carpenter used a cut nail to secure the hardwood flooring in place. 
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tack
tack
[noun]

a small nail with a flat, wide head, used to temporarily attach lightweight materials to a surface

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screw-shank nail

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

Ex: The carpenter used screw-shank nails to secure the wooden planks to the floor, ensuring they stayed in place. 
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drift punch

a sturdy metal tool with a pointed end used to drive or remove pins, bolts, or other fasteners

Ex: The mechanic used a drift punch to align the holes before inserting the pin. 
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siding nail

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 contractor used siding nails to attach the wooden panels to the house's exterior. 
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corrugated nail

a specialized nail with ridges along its shank, used for joining wood pieces together

Ex: The carpenter used corrugated nails to secure the plywood sheets to the frame of the shed. 
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escutcheon pin

a small, slender pin used for attaching lightweight materials to surfaces

Ex: The locksmith carefully used an escutcheon pin to secure the decorative plate on the door lock. 
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carpet nail

a specialized nail designed for securing carpets or rugs to floors

Ex: The installer used carpet nails to keep the edges of the rug securely in place. 
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flooring nail

a type of nail specifically designed for fastening flooring materials, such as hardwood, engineered wood, or laminate, to subflooring or underlayment

Ex: The contractor used flooring nails to secure the hardwood planks to the subfloor. 
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punch
punch
[noun]

a machine or tool used for making holes in paper or other material

Ex: She used a three-hole punch to organize her documents into a binder. 
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center punch

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
pin punch
[noun]

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

Ex: He used a pin punch to carefully remove the old dowel pin from the machinery. 
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prick punch

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 mechanic used a prick punch to mark the exact spot for drilling the hole. 
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