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: He kept a hammer in his toolbox for various home repair tasks .

claw hammer [noun]

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: After finding the right size nail , she reached for the claw hammer on the workbench .

ball peen hammer [noun]

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 welder reached for the ball peen hammer to join the two pieces of metal together .

mallet [noun]

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

Ex: The sculptor carefully tapped the marble block with a small mallet to shape the sculpture .

sledgehammer [noun]

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: She found the sledgehammer effective for removing stubborn tiles .

rubber mallet [noun]

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: She reached for the rubber mallet to adjust the metal frame without scratching it .

dead blow hammer [noun]

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

Ex: He needed a dead blow hammer to adjust the metal pieces without causing any dents .

framing hammer [noun]

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: She used the framing hammer to pull out old nails before replacing the damaged wood .

cross peen hammer [noun]

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: She used the flat side of the cross peen hammer to drive the nail , and the peen to shape the metal .

tack hammer [noun]

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: He kept the tack hammer nearby as he worked on his upholstery project .

brick hammer [noun]

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: She reached for the brick hammer to break the stubborn stone that was blocking the path .

welding hammer [noun]

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: She tapped the metal with a welding hammer to smooth out the edges of the weld .

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: She carefully hammered the nail to avoid splitting the wood .

framing nail [noun]

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

Ex: The contractor used a nail gun to quickly drive the framing nails into the studs .

finish nail [noun]

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

Ex: He preferred using finish nails for the molding , as they would not leave large indentations in the wood .

brad nail [noun]

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

Ex: He chose brad nails for the project because they leave barely noticeable holes .

roofing nail [noun]

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

Ex: He chose roofing nails with coated steel to prevent corrosion over time .

concrete nail [noun]

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

Ex: The builder used hardened steel concrete nails to secure the formwork to the foundation .

masonry nail [noun]

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

Ex: The builder recommended using masonry nails for the outdoor project to ensure durability .

ring shank nail [noun]

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

Ex: She decided to use ring shank nails to fasten the wooden beams , as they are less likely to pull out over time .

duplex nail [noun]

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

Ex: The workers appreciated the duplex nails because they made dismantling the temporary setup much quicker .

clout nail [noun]

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

Ex: When fixing the tarpaper , clout nails were the best option for a secure hold without visible holes .

panel nail [noun]

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

Ex: She carefully hammered the panel nails into the thin sheet metal to avoid bending it .

upholstery nail [noun]

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

Ex: The craftsman added decorative upholstery nails along the edges to enhance the sofa 's design .

cut nail [noun]

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

Ex: He carefully hammered each cut nail into the wooden beam to ensure it held tightly .

tack [noun]

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

screw-shank nail [noun]

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

Ex: To fasten the plywood sheets , they opted for screw-shank nails to ensure the joints would stay tight over time .

drift punch [noun]

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

Ex: He used the drift punch to gently tap the piece into alignment with the other components .

siding nail [noun]

a type of nail specifically designed for attaching siding materials, such as vinyl, wood, or fiber cement, to exterior walls or other surfaces

Ex: He ran out of siding nails and had to make a quick trip to the hardware store .

corrugated nail [noun]

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

Ex: The DIY enthusiast preferred corrugated nails for her wood project , as they provided a firmer hold than regular nails .

escutcheon pin [noun]

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

Ex: The antique door featured escutcheon pins that were barely noticeable but essential for holding the hardware in position .

carpet nail [noun]

a specialized nail designed for securing carpets or rugs to floors

Ex: The professional installer used carpet nails to ensure the carpet stayed firmly attached to the wooden floor .

flooring nail [noun]

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

Ex: He carefully hammered each flooring nail into the wood to prevent any gaps between the planks .

punch [noun]

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

Ex: He used a single-hole punch to make holes in the corners of his flashcards .

center punch [noun]

a striking tool used to create small, controlled indentations or marks on a workpiece to serve as reference points for drilling or other operations

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: The mechanic grabbed the pin punch and tapped it with a hammer to loosen the stubborn pin .

prick punch [noun]

a precision hand tool with a sharp, pointed tip that is used to create small, accurate indentations or pilot marks on a workpiece

Ex: She carefully tapped the prick punch onto the wood to create a mark for the screw placement .

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