Drills are an incredibly versatile tool needed for every trade. Whether you’re making renovations or are boring holes in your walls, our range of cordless and electric drills are perfect for different projects and budgets.
Whether you're looking for heavy-duty drilling or something more compact and lightweight, we’ve got you covered with innovative technology and drilling accuracy. Browse more of our fixings and accessories as well as nail guns.
Benefits of a drill:
- Increased power and strength
- Speeds up the construction process
- A versatile tool for different projects
- Can be used on most surfaces
- Has a range of settings to choose from
- Variable speed control
- Provides accuracy
What to look out for when buying a drill?
This depends on what you’re looking for – is this your first drill or are you wanting to upgrade to a more powerful model? There are several things you should consider:
- Consider what you will be using it for. Do you plan on carrying out light maintenance and repair or heavy-duty construction?
- Which features are most important to the work you plan on carrying out?
- Do you need a corded or cordless drill?
- Would you prefer a lightweight and compact drill?
- Do you need a multiple-speed feature to drill into a variety of materials?
What are the two types of drills?
The two main types of drills are manual and electric. Across both types, you can expect multi-function power:
- Hand drill – used for drilling holes in soft metal, plastic, and softwood
- Brace drill – used for drilling holes in wooden materials
- Corded drill – drilling through metal, plastic, fibreglass, and wood
- Cordless drill – similar to corded, can be used on thin metal sheets, plastic, fibreglass, and wood
- Hammer drill – used on stone, metal, and concrete blocks
- Drill press – can be used on tougher and softer materials
What size drill is best for home use?
The type of drill you need varies on how often you plan on using it, the type of jobs you’ll be carrying out, and the materials you will be drilling through.
For the majority of DIY work at home, a 550-watt drill is enough. If you’re unsure which drill is best for you, don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.
