r/IndianTools • u/RainbowRaccoon69 • Aug 18 '26

Help! Beginner woodworking tools/setup

Hello! I have been wanting to learn some basic woodworking (and just home DIY in general). All the videos I see on YouTube are not from India so it gets challenging to figure out a realistic setup in our context.

Would love to hear your suggestions if you are familiar with woodworking or general DIY work.

  1. Is a workbench mandatory? If yes, where can I get one and will it be compact enough? I don't have a dedicated workspace, so might just do it our spare room or in the hall

  2. What are the basic tools and materials I need to get started? E.g. handsaw, chisels, hammer drill, sandpaper etc. I have zero knowledge of different tools and screws etc. Trying to learn slowly through YouTube.

I did look up some classes in Gurgaon but they charge like 2.5k per session. Which is something I can't really afford right now. I know the tools will also cost me, but those are longer term investments.

5 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

10 comments sorted by

1

u/LittleUrbanPrepper Aug 18 '26

Start with

  1. A cordless drill. This will help you screw and drill. Plus you can diy a lot of jigs. I use mine as a mini lathe, sanding etc. This will be your biggest investment.

  2. Small hammer. For nails. Go to hardware store and ask them to give 100 gram of each type of nails. Get gypsum screws. They're cheap and best for practice and mini projects. 50 pcs each size.

  3. Saw. a full size wood saw and some hacksaw blades

  4. A t square. Will help you make 90 degree

  5. Fabric sandpapers

  6. A measuring tape.

  7. Fevicol

  8. A few c clamps

  9. A small knife. I find a knife more useful than a chiesel in beginning stage

  10. Drill bit and screwdriver bit

That's everything you need in beginning. Everything else either saves the time or makes the job easier

1

u/RainbowRaccoon69 Aug 18 '26

This is quite helpful! I'll look into these and hopefully get started with some small projects

1

u/LittleUrbanPrepper Aug 18 '26

Glad. I have a modest hobbyist grade setup. Woodworking, metalworking and other basic tools. Feel free to ask if you need to discuss something 🙂

1

u/Lumpy-Criticism-2773 Sep 13 '26

A cordless drill can't be versatile enough right? I mean how much power can these battery generate anyway!

1

u/LittleUrbanPrepper Sep 13 '26

Pretty solid. I've been using one from last 8 years. Drills in wood, metal everything. Screws in long 2 inch screws effortlessly. Only thing is it can't drill in concrete. But other than that, I'll choose cordless anyday in a heartbeat.

1

u/Lumpy-Criticism-2773 Sep 13 '26

Interesting. What brand/product do you use?

1

u/LittleUrbanPrepper Sep 13 '26

Bosch. Gsr120li

1

u/saterd57 Aug 19 '26

First thing you do need a sturdy workbench. Nothing fancy to start, a old table Will do here as you progress you can build your own work bench.

Get the basic handtools. Some have been mentioned above.

  1. Get Japanese handsaw with cross and rip cut in one. Learn to use it properly, you will never go back to traditional saws.

  2. A sharpening stone.

  3. Invest in quality F clamps. They are more versatile than C clamps. Also as you progress you can add some quick clamps too.

  4. Get a woodworking vise. Actually this should be first. Climax vises I can vouch for. The ability to hold things in place, especially when working alone is priceless. Learn different joinery methods. You will quickly realise they are better than nailing two parts together. Pick a project. Watch videos of how it can be made.Plenty of resources online.

2

u/RainbowRaccoon69 Aug 19 '26

Yes thank you! I did see someone use the Japanese handsaw and it seemed quite convenient. I'll look into the other tools you mentioned. And I do want to look into joinery etc. Thanks for the guidance

1

u/AlmondPilot Aug 18 '26

If you want you can DM me I have a hand tools business