Tools Needed to Build Your Home Bar:
What type of tools will you need to build your home bar? Here’s our suggested tools list.
You will likely have many of these tools already, but if not, links are provided to Amazon Marketplace sources.
Most weekend woodworkers will have all of these, if not, it’s time to upgrade.
Suggested Tools to Build our Projects:
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Safety Glasses – Never work without them
Encon Wraparound Veratti 307 Safety Glasses, Clear Lens, Translucent Blue Frame (Pack of 1)
Protective eyewear with untinted lenses can be used indoors and outdoors and don't interfere with color recognition Polycarbonate lenses resist impact, have anti-scratch coating to prolong lens life, and provide 99.9% UVA and UVB protection Meets ANS... read more
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Ironwear Waterford 3015 Series Nylon Protective Safety Glasses, Indoor/Outdoor Mirror Lens, Matte Black Frame (3015M-IOM)
Stylish Nylon Frame for a Comfortable Fit Scratch Resistant Lenses Meets or Exceeds ANSI Z87+ Greater than 99% Protection from UVA & UVB Rays
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Gloves, Pencil, Tape Measure
Custom Leathercraft125M Handyman Flex Grip Work Gloves, Shrink Resistant, Improved Dexterity, Tough, Stretchable, Excellent Grip
SHRINK RESISTANT: These work gloves are made with synthetic leather, providing toughness, and helps to resist shrinking/hardening. Excellent for outdoor jobs where gloves may become wet. SNAG PROOF: Concealed inner stitching prevents these heavy duty... read more
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OZERO Leather Work Gloves Flex Grip Tough Cowhide Gardening Glove for Wood Cutting/Construction/Driving/Garden for Men and Women 1 Pair (Gold,Large)
►100% Genuine leather, Durable and Protective - These work gloves are made of carefully selected high-quality grain cowhide and split cow leather with thickness depth of 1.0mm-1.2mm, which is not only thick but also soft and flexible with moderate oi... read more
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Hammer – hand saw is a cheap but labor intensive alternative to a power saw.
Maxcraft 60626 8-oz. Stubby Claw Hammer, Black/Yellow
Full size 8 oz. forged steel claw head Magnetic head holds nail for one-handed starting Soft, non-slip, contoured handle grip Stubby 6 in. length for small jobs or tight work areas
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16-Ounce Claw Hammer - Basic Hand Tool for DIY and Woodworking with Natural Wood Anti-Vibration Handle and Drop-Forged Steel Head by Stalwart
16 OZ HAMMER – This wooden hammer weighs just 16-ounces, making it the perfect addition to any home tool kit for everyday repairs, woodworking, or light industrial use. The lighter weight makes it easier to swing and helps reduce the chance of injury... read more
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Drill – either corded or cordless. – cordless preferred
DEWALT 20V Max Cordless Drill/Driver Kit, Compact, 1/2-Inch (DCD771C2), Yellow
Dewalt drill has compact and lightweight design that fits into tight areas.NEW 18V XR Li-Ion compact drill driver featuring XR 1.3Ah Li-Ion battery technology, Clutch Positions : 16. High performance motor of the power drill delivers 300 unit watts o... read more
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BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Driver, 3/8 Inch, With LED Work Light, Battery and Charger Included (LDX120C)
Lithium Ion Technology & 20V MAX: Lighter, more compact, no memory, longer life 11 Position Clutch: Provides precise control for drilling into wood, metal, plastic, and all screwdriving tasks Compact and Lightweight: Less fatigue and allows users to ... read more
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Optional Tools that will make these projects easier:
- Circular Saw – Used for making long cuts in plywood or paneling
SKIL 14 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw - 5180-01
14-Amp motor for more power and performance than the SKIL 5480 15% weight reduction vs. SKIL 5480 reduces user fatigue 51-Degree bevel with positive stop at 45-Degree for greater cut capacity that SKIL 5480 Improved dust blower keeps line of cut free... read more
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SKIL 15 Amp 7-1/4 Inch Circular Saw with Single Beam Laser Guide - 5280-01
Powerful 15-amp motor delivers 5 300-RPM for greater speed and faster cuts 7-1 4-inch carbide-tipped blade included. Spindle lock for easy blade changes. 51° bevel capacity with a positive stop at 45° for a wide variety of cuts Dust blower keeps line... read more
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- Miter Saw – Used for all framing cuts, trim and bar rail – compound not required, but this model is a great deal. Learn more about miter saws on wikipedia.
Hitachi C10FCG 15-Amp 10" Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw
$186.900-52 degree miter angle range to the right & left for increased flexibility 0-45 degree bevel range to the left to provide clean and accurate bevel cuts.Thumb actuated positive stops for quick miter adjustments 24.2 lbs to facilitate maneuverability ... read more
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DEWALT Sliding Compound Miter Saw, 12-Inch (DWS779)
Stainless steel miter detent plate of the 12-inch miter saw blade comes with 10 positive stops The mitre saw has a precise miter system and machined base fence support Precise miter system and machined base fence support Cam-lock miter handle with de... read more
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- Jig Saw – Used for “cut out” area of beer gutter and optional plumbing pass-thrus
BLACK+DECKER Jig Saw, 5-Amp, 3,000 Blade Speed, 45 Degree Beveled Cuts, ¾-Inch Orbital Blade, 4 Curve Settings, Corded (BDEJS600C)
$49.00HIGH PERFORMANCE ELECTRIC JIG SAW - 5 amp electric jig saw with a 3⁄4” blade orbital action for increased precision CURVE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY - Four curve settings for maximum control over rounded cuts BEVELED CUTS - Makes beveled cuts up to 45 degree... read more
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- Spade bits for drill – Pocket Hole Jig for optional electrical pass-thrus and cabinet construction.
BLACK+DECKER Drill Bit Set, Spade/Paddle, 13-Piece (71-536)
WIDE VARIETY OF BITS: BLACK+DECKER Drill Bit Set, Spade/Paddle, 13-Piece set includes 13 spade bits that measure up to 1-1/2 in COMPATIBLE WITH MOST DRILLS: Hex shank allows bits to fit most brands on the market IDEAL FOR WOOD: From DIY projects to w... read more
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Bosch DSB5006 Daredevil Standard Spade Bit Set w/ Power Groove Hex Shank and Full Cone Threaded Tip (6 Piece Set) , Blue
BIT SIZES INCLUDE: 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", and 1” in size. Bit length is 6” POWER GROOVE HEX SHANK: The hex shanks are reinforced to reduce the risk slipping in your drill / driver while in use SPUR AND REAMER TIPS: When you’re drilling into a ... read more
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- Air Powered Finish or Brad Nailer – makes trim work a breeze!
WEN 61720 3/4-Inch to 2-Inch 18-Gauge Brad Nailer
Fire brads from 3/4 to 2 inches in length Operate at 60 to 100 PSI with a 1/4-inch NPT air inlet fitting Lightweight aluminum body weighs in at 3 pounds with rubber-grip handle for maximum comfort Hold up to 100 brads in the magazine with a quick-rel... read more
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Hitachi NT50AE2 18-Gauge 5/8-Inch to 2-Inch Brad Nailer
$86.77Selective Actuation allows the user to select bump fire or contact fire modes with the simple flip of a switch At only 2.2 lbs, this finish nailer is lightweight & well-balanced making it easy to use all day long Elastomer grip adds comfort and preve... read more
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Hitachi NT65MA4 1-1/4 Inch to 2-1/2 Inch 15-Gauge Angled Finish Nailer with Air Duster
Hitachi Power Tools has renamed to Metabo HPT. Same great tools, with only a new name. Integrated air duster can be used to clear away dust and debris from the work surface in preparation for nailing or gluing Tool less, easy to clear nose for quick ... read more
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NuMax SFN64 Pneumatic 16-Gauge 2-1/2" Straight Finish Nailer
$42.60Construction Applications: Designed for trim, furniture trim, rail moulding, crown moulding, window casing, door installation, base boards, chair rails, picture frame assembly, and hobbies and crafts Compatible Nails: 16 gauge glue collated straight ... read more
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- Small Compressor – needed for air powered nailer above
Viair 00073 70P Heavy Duty Portable Compressor
12 VOLT - 100 PSI Maximum Working Pressure, engine must be running during use. 1.06CFM Free Flow @ 0 PSI Deluxe carry bag included Brass twist-on tire chuck Turn unit on to inflate, off to check pressure pressure using onboard gauge
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Senco PC1010 1/2- Horsepower 1-Gallon Matte Finish and Trim Portable Hot Dog Air Compressor, Gray/Red
Lightweight and portable--easy to carry from site to site as you work One horsepower peak ,1/2 horsepower runningand one-gallon capacity Ideal for a range of renovation and home improvement jobs, as well as for hobbies and crafts Delivers 20 to 44 dr... read more
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Fasteners and Adhesives used on all projects
- Wood Glue and Fasteners – used for trim and bar rail wood joints
Elmer's E7010 Carpenter's Wood Glue, Interior, 8 Ounces , Tan
8 ounce bottle of Carpenter's Wood Glue Great for carpentry and home repairs Non-toxic, no harmful fumes and easy to clean up with water Bonds stronger than wood This is an aftermarket of generic part 8 ounce bottle of Carpenter's Wood Glue Great for... read more
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Loctite PL200 Projects Construction Adhesive, 28 fl oz, Cartridge
$17.99Premium Grade: High-grab adhesive is ideal for paneling, drywall, and light construction jobs, including bonding irregular surfaces Interior and Exterior Use: Bonds to a variety of materials including wood, metal studs, concrete or block walls, drywa... read more
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Woodworking for Dummies
ISBN13: 9780764539770 Condition: New
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IRWIN QUICK-GRIP Clamps Set, 8-Piece (4935502)
Mini Bar clamps exert up to 150 psi. of clamping pressure Handi-clamps feature QUICK-RELEASE triggers for fast and easy positioning All clamps constructed of high-tech reinforced resin for strength and durability Backed by the IRWIN Lifetime Guarante... read more
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Bessey Clutch Style Bar Clamps - 24 In 600 lb - GSCC2.524- Woodworking Clamps with Ergonomic Handle, Non-Marring Pads, Durable Cast-Iron Jaws & Serrated Rail for Carpentry & Cabinetry
Ergonomic Handle - Our Bessey GSCC2 clutch style bar clamp is designed with an ergonomic handle, providing you with a comfortable grip while working on your woodworking projects. This feature ensures less hand fatigue and a more enjoyable experience ... read more
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That’s about all you will need to complete the core bar project. Of course, you will need paint or stain and poly. We have other guides on finishing inside the site. Return to the bar plan set catalog.