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 Sebago 3100 Series Nylon Protective Safety Glasses, Amber Lens, Black Frame (3100-B-A)
1-Piece Lens for Greater Peripheral Vision Adjustable Ratchet Temples Scratch Resistant Lenses Meets or Exceeds ANSI Z87+ Greater than 99% Protection from UVA & UVB Rays
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Ironwear Caribou 3600 Series Nylon Protective Safety Glasses, Clear Lens, Black Frame (3600-B-C)
1-Piece Lens for Greater Peripheral Vision Adjustable Temples Scratch Resistant Lenses Meets or Exceeds ANSI Z87+ Greater than 99% Protection from UVA & UVB Rays
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Ironwear Stetson 3075 Series Nylon Protective Safety Glasses, Grey Anti-Fog Lens, Black Frame (3075-B/BT-G/A)
Lightweight nylon frame Rubber nose piece & temple inserts or rubberized bayonet temple for secure & comfortable fit Scratch resistant lenses Meets or exceeds ANSI Z87+ Greater than 99% protection from UVA & UVB rays
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Ironwear Jackman 3475 Series Nylon Protective Safety Glasses, Clear Lens, Black Frame (3475-C)
Light-weight lenses W/ bayonet temples Scratch resistant lenses Meets or exceeds ANSI Z87+ Greater than 99% protection from UVA & UVB rays
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Ironwear Waterford 3015 Series Nylon Protective Safety Glasses, Clear Lens, Matte Black Frame (3015M-C)
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
CLC Custom Leathercraft 125M 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.
16 Ounce Claw Hammer – Basic Hand Tool for DIY and Woodworking with Natural Wood Anti-Vibration Handle and Drop Forged Steel Head by Stalwart
DURABLE CONSTRUCTION- The head of this hammer is made of durable drop-forged and heat-treated steel that is attached to the polished hardwood handle with a strong epoxy, so you can be sure that this hand tool will last for years to come. ANTI-VIBRATI... 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 High performance motor of the power drill delivers 300 unit watts out (UWO) of power ability completing a wide range of applications High speed transmission of Dewalt 20V dril... read more
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BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX* Cordless Drill / Driver, 3/8-Inch (LDX120C)
Lithium Ion Technology and 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 Features integrated bit holder under drill handle that i... 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 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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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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Toolman Circular Saw Blade Universal Fit 4" Segmented Wet or Dry Cut Diamond for Masonry Concrete BLUE01
Segmented design for fast cutting of most materials, good general cutting This diamond masonry blade has a segmented rim for cooler cuts in most materials The steel saw blade has a bonded diamond edge designed for speeds up to 14,500 RPM. For use wit... 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.
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, Smart Select, 5.0-Amp (BDEJS600C)
HIGH 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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Toolman Reciprocating Saw Blades Universal Fit 5pc set 9" Pruning Blade For Wood, Tree S1111DF
5pc set 9" Reciprocating Saw Blade Blades 6 TPI For Wood, Metal Pipe Aluminum These bi-metal reciprocating saw blades have a steel body electron-beam welded to a M2 high speed steel cutting edge for tougher, longer-lasting teeth. Perfect for fast cut... read more
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ABS+High Speed Steel Electric Reciprocating Saw Electric Jig Saw Drill Tool Accessories For Wood And Metal Cutting
Excellent Material: This Electric Reciprocating Saw Jig is made of high quality ABS and high speed steel material, suitable for wood and metal cutting. Non-Slip Handle: This electric reciprocating saw clamp handle is beautifully made, non-slip and ea... read more
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- Spade bits for drill – Pocket Hole Jig for optional electrical pass-thrus and cabinet construction.
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!
Hitachi NT50AE2 18-Gauge 5/8-Inch to 2-Inch Brad Nailer
Selective 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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NuMax SFN64 Pneumatic 16-Gauge 2-1/2" Straight Finish Nailer
Construction 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
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 PL 200 Projects VOC Latex Construction Adhesive 28-Ounce Cartridge (1390602)
Used to provide a permanent water and weatherproof bond on most construction materials Interior/exterior Ultra low VOC content Conforms to performance characteristics of ASTM C 557 and Federal/State VOC regulations
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Woodworking For Dummies
ISBN13: 9780764539770 Condition: New
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Bessey Clutch Style Bar Clamp, 24 In, 2-1/2 Deep, Black/Red, 1-(Pack), (GSCC2.524)
Mpn: GSCC2.524 Country of manufacture: China Manufacturer: Bessey Cast heads Powder-coated finish Zinc finish rail 2 piece clutch plate system Protective pads for both top and bottom jaws Power source type: hand powered Included components: unit, ins... read more
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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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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.