How to Replace Broken Garden Tool Handles
Garden tools are integral part of your garden maintenance, and if they become faulty, you almost become handicapped.
One of main reasons why garden tools become faulty is their broken handles. Although, you can get their handles fixed from the market, the job can be easily performed at home, especially given that you can easily buy ready-made handles and all the relevant tools to fix them.
Things Required:
– New handle
– Drill Machine
– Nuts and Bolts
– Wrench or Screwdriver
Instructions
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If handle of any of your garden tool is broken, first thing you have to do is to find proper tools for removal and replacement of handle. For example, you will need a wrench if the handle is fixed through a bolt; or another similar tool, depending on the nature of fixation.
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Remove the broken handle. While carrying out the job take special care because sometimes the broken handle chips can result in small injuries on the hand. Use rubber gloves while trying to remove the handle.
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Once you have removed the old handle you will need a new one to replace it. Take the measurement of the old handle, then go to market and buy a new fine wood/plastic handle.
Handles come in different varieties in all materials; make sure to buy a durable one. -
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You will also need to buy some accessories. For example, you might need to buy nuts and bolts if the handle has to be fixed with the bolts. Since you have removed the old handle, you know exactly how the old handle was fixed and can replace the new handle accordingly.
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You might need to drill a hole for the nuts and bolts. Put the handle into the tool to mark the place for the hole. Then remove the handle and drill a hole at the place you have marked. The handle is now fix-ready.
If the handle is fixable without nuts and bolts - push fit - just place appropriately and press it with a hammer or anything similar.
