It’s that time of the year again! Valentine’s Day is both a boon and a bane in everybody’s existence.
It leaves you thinking for days, even weeks, on what to get your partner for the most lovey-dovey celebration of 2022.
I get it. We like to keep things simple and romantic—just like the old times. But giving your husband or boyfriend the same gift as what other men usually get is just an outright injustice.
After all, who doesn’t like a little spice this Valentine’s Day? Not me.
Instead of blowing his mind, he might get the wrong idea. You don’t want him thinking you picked up the first shiny thing from the department store’s glass cabinets.
This year, it is time to get more creative and a little more practical when it comes to gifting.
While others scramble the internet for Ralph Lauren’s Gifts for Him section at this very moment, run the other way.
Drop that little idea you have in your head and make this V-day the best gifting season yet you’ve had so far.
Practical Considerations
Men are very simple beings. Most prefer practicality above luxury and extravagance. Easy to use and useful remains a golden rule for Valentine’s.
With this, it is best to surprise him with a good-quality power tool. He can use it for a DIY project he has been eyeing to start for long.
A what?! What does a homemaking tool have to do with Valentine’s Day?
Believe me, I understand how tempting it is to give him another automatic shaving kit. But that did not work last year, honey. Your cabinet is too full with shaving stash now.
Before we go on, make sure to read here on why men should wear moisturizers too, especially after shaving.
The pandemic made us all realize the importance of having even a basic home tool kit at home.
We will never know when we will be stuck again in the comforts of our homes. We might itch to repair every nook and cranny of the establishment at one point.
Anatomy of a Basic Tool Kit
Courtesy of Amazon, a basic tool kit is normally made up of 11 items that are useful and easy to use.
The first and probably the most important item in the group is a screwdriver set which users can range from tightening loose bolts to installing switches.
There is also the good ol’ hammer which could mend almost all displaced, sticking nails and whatnots in an instant.
Our best friend for torn sticking almost everything together is a duct tape which could save our leaky cauldrons from an imminent disposal
There should also be a handsaw, even just a small one, for cutting pieces of wood, and an adjustable wrench for tightening.
These are only the basic things that every household should have since they come in very handy during times of need.
On the other hand, some retooling projects might call for more complex tools, especially if your man is particularly interested in creating DIY projects.
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Power Tools to the Rescue
During the height of the pandemic, we have all seen man cave projects across social media platforms.
If you have no idea how to design your space, read this.
Remember how your boyfriend looked at that DIY bed platform he has been dreaming to get from a nearby furniture store?
Or how your husband could not stop raving about how the neighbor built such a well-designed treehouse for the kids in less than two months?
Well, it is time to dismiss getting another wristwatch for him this year’s Valentine’s and get power tools instead.
But if you are really into wristwatches, check out our article on Best Watches to Give Him this Holiday Season.
Black+Decker 20V Cordless Impact Driver
This 20-volts MAX Cordless Impact Driver from Black+Decker should make a home run on your shopping cart by now.
Unlike an ordinary drill that can only function efficiently on simple woodworkings, this bad boy is designed for sturdier, more robust pieces.
Such include projects that require the use of huge beams and thick logs, just like the ones used on bed frames and treehouses.
Its 20-volt power, 3000 rpm speed, and 1375-inch torque could drive long screws and bolts into these sturdy pieces.
In terms of specifications, Black+Decker’s piece is one of the most convenient impact drivers available in the market today.
Its ¼-inch quick-release Hex Collet is designed to make changing bits extremely fast and easy.
Moreover, it is cordless and battery-powered which makes it easy for users to bring it around at any angle.
Charging takes between thirty minutes to three hours and can last up to six hours even during full use.
Some customers claim that battery power stayed full even after five hours of usage after purchase.
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Product Reviews
According to reviews on the website, this impact driver could drive long screws with ease.
Its strong power and thrust make it flexible with any kind of project in mind, be it creating food storage compartments or kitchen shelves.
The only caution that users have to consider is to be careful when using the driver, especially for first-time users.
Since it has a top-of-the-line drilling quality, it has the tendency to break thinner pieces of wood when not angled properly.
This unit is guaranteed by a two-year limited warranty following the date of purchase, provided that the tool has been used only in a home setup.
Considering that this only retails for $56.99, it is very cheap compared to the quality it gives.
Tips for the DIY Tree House Project
Now that you are all set to buy your very useful 2022 Valentine’s Gift for your partner, let us get into the dirty work.
To test your new equipment, start with very simple projects just to get a feel of how the impact driver works.
After a couple of tests, you are set to sail on more complex activities like building a treehouse for the kids.
Finally, after years of waiting, it is finally happening. The coming summer season will be a memorable one should everything goes ahead as planned.
Building a treehouse is never a walk in the park. The first thing that you have to consider is the suitability of the location.
Just like in building a regular abode, a good foundation is the first thing to consider. It is best to select a still growing, sturdy tree with branches at least eight inches in diameter for support.
Experts from Family Handyman recommend using maple, oak, fig, or hemlock as the perfect base.
Another is starting from the bottom up. Make sure that the floors are well-positioned in a manner that will be safe for visitors to avoid unsolicited movements.
Protect Your Partner
The use of impact drivers could lessen the day’s work by up to 80%. Imagine conserving all the energy that could’ve otherwise been exhausted without the use of this tool.
Once your partner gets his hands on this baby, he could never move again without its aid. You will never know how much you need it until you click that button to buy it.
Never forget to remind him to use protective equipment now that he moves closer to accomplishing his first project.
For more Gifts for Him ideas this Valentine’s Day, click here.
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Pinstripe Magazine Staff
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