Do You Know What This Carpentry Equipment Is Used For?

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Do You Know What This Carpentry Equipment Is Used For?
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Do you know the difference between a circular saw and a scroll saw? Know what a rasp does, or what type of tool you should use to create perfect cuts on crown molding? Take this quiz to see how many types of carpentry tools and equipment you can recognize!

Solid carpentry skills can get you far in life, no matter what career you choose. You'll be able to maintain your own home, making necessary repairs and upgrades and taking advantage of a bit of sweat equity.

Yet carpentry also offers perks beyond the ability to work on your own home. In fact, it can be a lucrative profession for those interested in building homes, renovating buildings, crafting fine furniture, cabinets and so much more. People in this profession can often start their own businesses for the ultimate in employment freedom, or find jobs for building companies or with commercial woodshops. 

Of course, the one downside to being a carpenter is that it requires a large number of tools and equipment, and those who go solo might find themselves shelling out big bucks to stay well-stocked. Even those not responsible for buying their own equipment still have to be able to identify various tools used in the trade, and the best applications for each.

Think you've got what it takes to succeed in this profession? Take our quiz to see how many types of carpentry equipment you can name!

Random orbital saw
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Can you name this tool, which is used to refine and remove excess material from a piece of wood?
Nail gun
Random orbital sander
Workbench
Drill press
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Wrong Answer

A random orbital sander fits in the palm of your hand, allowing you to quickly and easily sand or smooth a piece of wood. While it costs more than a standard palm sander and requires special discs, it also provides a superior result.

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Claw Hammer
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Can you name this basic hand tool that every carpenter needs?
Air compressor
Claw hammer
Rasp
Lathe
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Wrong Answer

A claw hammer should be among the first tools that any carpenter or handyman adds to his collection. While a 20-pound hammer is among the most common, it's important to test the swing of different models to find one that feels balanced in your hand.

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Block plane
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Can you ID this tool that is used to remove wood shavings?
Table saw
Reciprocating saw
Level
Block plane
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Wrong Answer

A block plane is a manual hand tool with a blade placed at a shallow angle inside. By running it along a piece of wood, you can remove very thin layers or shavings to flatten or square a piece of lumber.

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Right angle drill
Ghostses via YouTube
Do you know the name of this power tool, which is ideal for compact spaces?
Wood chisel
Surface planer
Palm sander
Right angle drill
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A power drill is perfect for installing or removing fasteners, but sometimes a standard drill won't fit in every application. A right angle drill gives you all the power of a standard drill, yet has a more compact footprint for jobs where space is limited.

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Hand saw
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This manual cutting tool serves as a convenient alternative to power tools.
Table saw
Circular saw
Hand saw
Bench grinder
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Wrong Answer

While table saws and other power tools make quick work of tough cuts, sometimes these tools are more hassle to get out and set up than they are worth. In these cases, simply pull out your favorite handsaw to cut wood manually, no electrical outlet required.

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Feather board
Mitch Dietrich via YouTube
What is the name of this handy helper, which is often used when cutting with a table saw?
Feather board
Workbench
Drill press
Nail gun
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Wrong Answer

When working with materials on a table saw or router table, many carpenters use their free hand to guide material and hold it tight to the fence. A feather board takes the place of that hand, making the job not only safer but easier. Many carpenters choose to make their own feather boards, though you can also buy plastic or wooden varieties.

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Shop vac
Canadian Tire via YouTube
Do you know the name of this must-have equipment for carpenters?
Table saw
Rasp
Shop vac
Air compressor
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Wrong Answer

Whether you're working on a commercial jobsite or your very own house, it's bad form to leave behind piles of wood shavings and debris . A shop vac makes quick work of these messes, which can ensure you get asked back for the next job.

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Bench grinder
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Do you know the name of this handy spinning device?
Bench grinder
Lathe
Random orbital sander
Shop vac
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A bench grinder consists of a spindle mounted on a motor. Using a grinding wheel on the spindle, you can easily sharpen chisels and other tools, polish metal, remove rust and perform countless other tasks.

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Compound miter saw
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Can you identify this specialty power tool?
Air compressor
Compound miter saw
Surface planer
Workbench
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A compound miter saw has a tilting blade that allows you to make cuts which simply aren't possible with other power tools. This tool is perfect for making miters and bevel cuts, and is ideal for carpenters working with crown molding, furniture or cabinets.

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Power drill
Wiki Commons by Greg Hume
Do you have the carpentry IQ to name this versatile piece of equipment?
Power drill
Reciprocating saw
Rasp
Nail gun
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A power drill is a must-have for any construction pro. Carpenters can choose between powerful corded models, or more portable cordless units that make working in the field a breeze.

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Utility knife
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Can you name this sharp object found in every carpenter's toolbelt?
Safety glasses
Claw hammer
Right angle drill
Utility knife
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Wrong Answer

A utility knife is useful for everything from scribing lines in wood to cleaning out freshly cut mortises and rabbets -- or even for opening tough packages. Pick models with retractable blades that can be replaced to balance convenience and safety.

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Screwdriver
Wiki Commons by Jiří Sedláček
Do you know the name of this traditional hand tool?
Table saw
Random orbital sander
Screwdriver
Rasp
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Every carpenter needs a selection of screwdrivers for installing and removing screws. You'll need both straight and Phillips head models, as well as different lengths to meet the needs of different jobs. For example, a long-handled screwdriver provides extra torque for tight fasteners, while a short "stubby" model works perfectly in tight spaces.

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Clamp
Wiki Commons by Bff
Can you name this handy helper?
Rasp
Clamp
Bench grinder
Air compressor
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Wrong Answer

No matter how skilled a carpenter you are, you've only got two hands. That can make it hard to hold wood in place as you work on it. Using clamps helps hold wood where you want it while freeing up your hands to work.

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Palm sander
Wiki Commons by Dave Pape
What is this handheld power tool called?
Palm sander
Circular saw
Band saw
Clamp
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A palm sander is the most basic type of hand sander. Economical and easy to use, it's popular because it can use regular sheets of sandpaper rather than special discs. One downside to this tool is that it takes some skill to sand wood without leaving marks, while more advanced sanders help to prevent sanding marks in the finished product.

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Tool belt
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What is this must-have piece of equipment for carpenters?
Nail gun
Workbench
Tool belt
Lathe
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A tool belt keeps your hammers, screwdrivers and other tools right where you need them. It also keeps your hands free for working without having to cart your tools around everywhere you go.

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Jig saw
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This power tool is also known as a sabre saw.
Jig saw
Claw hammer
Random orbital sander
Cat's paw
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Wrong Answer

A jigsaw is a type of power saw that features a blade which plunges down and into a piece of wood for cutting. It's an ideal alternative to a table saw for those who are just starting out, and serves as the perfect tool for cutting curves and circles.

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Circular Saw
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Can you name this versatile power tool, which is used to cut a variety of wood?
Circular saw
Drill press
Surface planer
Rasp
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Wrong Answer

A circular saw is a must-have for carpenters of every skill level. This portable power saw is used for everything from rough carpentry to fine wodworking, and can make quick cuts through both sheet wood and lumber.

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Miter gauge
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Can you name this tool that helps with angled cuts?
Tool belt
Surface planer
Drill press
Miter gauge
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Wrong Answer

A miter gauge is a must-have for making beveled or angled cuts in wood. The miter gauge allows you to set the desired angle you are hoping to achieve and cut the wood into this angle with ease, no guessing required.

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Safety glasses
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Do you know the name of this critical piece of gear?
Rasp
Safety glasses
Reciprocating saw
Nail gun
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Think it's a pain having to wear safety glasses? Imagine how annoying it would be trying to work with an injured or permanently damaged eye because you were too busy to bother with your glasses. Protect your long-term career prospects along with the health of your eyes by wearing safety glasses every time you work.

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Table saw
WorkMateGuy via YouTube
This piece of equipment often serves as the heart of a carpenter's workshop.
Safety glasses
Circular saw
Table saw
Air compressor
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A table saw is a major tool that all serious carpenters should invest in. This powerful piece of equipment can make rip and crosscuts as well as miter, rabbet and dado cuts. Many can be folded up and transported to the job, though some larger models are designed to stay in one spot.

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Nail gun
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Can you identify this power tool that every carpenter should have?
Nail gun
Chalk line
Cat's paw
Claw hammer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Installing a typical floor or framing a house can require hundreds or thousands of nails. Rather than pounding each one in by hand, invest in a nail gun, which pops each nail in quickly and precisely with the simple pull of a trigger.

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Level
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Can you name this quality control tool used in the carpentry field?
Level
Workbench
Rasp
Chalk line
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Nothing ruins a piece of furniture or the installation of a cabinet like noticing that the finished product isn't level. A level is a simple device that can ensure all installations are level, edges are square and vertical members are plumb.

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Wood chisel
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What is this traditional woodworking tool called?
Random orbital sander
Level
Wood chisel
Nail gun
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

You don't have to be a fine woodworker to make heavy use of a chisel. This tool is useful for everything from cleaning out a mortise or rabbet to hollowing out an opening for hardware in a wood door. Of course, various chisels can also be used to carve wood by hand when making furniture.

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Drill press
Balabay77 via YouTube
Can you name this tool that is often found in a woodshop?
Lathe
Drill press
Random orbital sander
Shop vac
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A drill press is a fixed drill mounted on a workbench, table or other stationary surface. It's designed to hold material steady as you drill holes, and offers much greater power and precision than a typical handheld drill.

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Jointer
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Do you know the name of this specialty woodworking tool?
Air compressor
Surface planer
Jointer
Block plane
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A jointer is a special piece of woodworking equipment that is most often found in well-stocked workshops. When you feed a piece of wood into a jointer, the equipment automatically squares and flattens the wood, creating a perfect surface for you to work with.

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Band saw
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Can you name this powerful cutting tool?
Band saw
Claw hammer
Wood chisel
Reciprocating saw
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Wrong Answer

A band saw is one of the more advanced saws used in the carpentry world. Designed for precision cutting, creating curves, mortises and other special cuts, it's available in cabinet, free-standing and table-mounted styles.

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Rasp
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What is the name of this versatile hand tool?
Safety glasses
Nail gun
Hammer claw
Rasp
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A rasp is a hand tool with a rough metal surface. It's designed to quickly and easily remove larger quantities of material from a piece of wood. For a more refined way to remove wood, consider a file rather than a rasp.

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Air compressor
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Do you know the name of this equipment, which is often used with pneumatic tools?
Random orbital sander
Chalk line
Air compressor
Bench grinder
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

While power tools use electricity to give you far greater power than any hand tool, they aren't always enough for tough jobs. When you need even more strength, an air compressor can be used to transform electricity into energy for powering pneumatic tools.

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Cat's paw
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Can you name this crow bar-like hand tool?
Workbench
Cat's paw
Surface planer
Jointer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A cat's paw is a must-have for old-school carpenters and those who prefer traditional tools. This crow bar-like device has a C-shaped notch in one end, and is perfect for removing tough nails from wood.

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Radial arm saw
Frank Hamilton via YouTube
This power tool is often overlooked in favor of the miter saw.
Radial arm saw
Lathe
Block plane
Air compressor
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

While radial arm saws have long been used by pro carpenters, their use has been eclipsed in recent years by miter and table saws. Some carpenters still prefer the radial arm saw, which features a circular saw blade mounted on a horizontal arm, for its precision and ease of use.

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Speed square
Make Build Modify via YouTube
Can you name this handy measuring tool?
Circular saw
Speed square
Claw hammer
Nail gun
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A speed square unites the functions of a carpenter square and framing square into one device. This triangular tool, which is made from metal or plastic, is used to check angles and ensure structures are square and level.

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Surface planer
Tuvix72 via YouTube
Do you know the name of this piece of carpentry equipment?
Tool belt
Surface planer
Workbench
Random orbital sander
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A surface planer is a major machine that uses extreme power to change the thickness of a piece of wood. You simply feed the wood into the machine and it rolls out the other side, finished much more quickly than you could ever hope to plane the wood by hand.

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Saw horse
Mike and Lauren via YouTube
Can you name these carpentry helpers, which are often used in pairs?
Reciprocating saw
Jointer
Saw horse
Safety glasses
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Per their name, sawhorses are often used to hold a piece of lumber as you cut it with a saw. They can also be used to extend the length of a work bench, or to set up a makeshift work surface wherever you happen to be working that day.

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Chalk line
Dewalt TV via YouTube
Do you know the name of this deceptively simple carpentry tool?
Tool belt
Screwdriver
Surface planer
Chalk line
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Accuracy and precision matter a lot in carpentry if you want your finished product to look right. While you can't exactly eye a flooring installation or visually determine whether molding is perfect level, a chalk line serves as the perfect guide for this type of work. It snaps an easy-to-follow line which can be quickly wiped away when the work is complete.

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Tape measure
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What is this must-have tool that should be hanging from every tool belt?
Nail gun
Claw hammer
Tape measure
Block plane
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Every carpenter is familiar with the phrase "Measure twice, cut once," but this concept is hard to put into practice if you have no way to measure. A good tape measure lets you accurately mark and check distances as you work, then easily retracts so it's easy to carry or store.

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Lathe
Wiki Commons by Les Chatfield
Can you name this turning tool?
Claw hammer
Circular saw
Wood chisel
Lathe
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A lathe is designed to spin a piece of wood at a controlled speed. This allows you to sand, shape and carve the wood using various tools. Lathes are useful for everything from forging a wooden pen to crafting legs for furniture.

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Router
SKIL Power Tools via YouTube
What is this power tool used to remove material from a piece of wood?
Level
Router
Lathe
Jointer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A router is a power tool with a spindle bit that can be plunged into a piece of wood. The bit can remove material from wood, such as when crafting a panel door, or can be used to shape and curve the edge of a piece of material, such as when building a round tabletop.

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Scroll saw
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This is one of the best tools for intricate wood cuts.
Scroll saw
Random orbital sander
Nail gun
Band saw
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A scroll saw is among the most appropriate power tools for delicate or refined work. It's useful for working with thinner pieces of wood or creating delicate or elaborate designs.

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Workbench
Wiki Commons by Bob Key
What is this special equipment used in a woodshop?
Circular saw
Workbench
Claw hammer
Chalk line
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Every carpenter needs a sturdy workbench to serve as the heart of his workshop. This equipment provides a clear and convenient place to work, and allows you to achieve an ideal setup with all your tools close at hand.

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Reciprocating saw
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Do you know the name of this power tool?
Reciprocating saw
Claw hammer
Nail gun
Lathe
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Unlike many other saws, a reciprocating saw uses a push-pull motion to make cuts. This small handheld tool has a large blade, and is often used for demolition and various rough cuts. It may be referred to as a Sawzall, after a popular brand name of this tool.

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