IS THIS THE MOST USEFUL TOOL IN THE WORLD? Watch And Decide!! (5-In-1, 6-In-1,Painter's Tool)
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Many hand tools are multi-functional, but for our money, there is NO MORE USEFUL TOOL than the Painter’s Tool, also called a 5-in-1, or 6-in-1, or Scraper. This short video from The Honest Carpenter will explain just why the Painter’s Tool is the MOST USEFUL TOOL IN THE WORLD!
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The Painter’s Tool isn’t just for painters. It’s a multi-use, multi-functional tool that will augment the tool collection of every person who owns one. Painters, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, homeowners and DIYers can all benefit from owning this tool.
10 USES FOR THE PAINTER’S TOOL / 5-IN-1 / 6-IN-1:
1. Cleaning Paint Rollers: The curved inner wall of the painters tool can be used for pushing excess paint out of paint rollers (which can hold more than ½ pint in the roller nap!) It works for both full-sized rollers, and mini-rollers.
2. Opening Paint Cans: The flat head on the tool is perfect for prying up paint lids with ease. It can also be inserted beneath the lid and drawn backwards like a can opener to get gunked up paint can lids unstuck.
3. Hammer Striking: Most painters tools and 5-in-1s now come with a metal butt on the end. This is great for driving paint can lids back down. It can also be used for general striking on the jobsite (though it’s not useful for driving nails!)
4. Paint Scraping: Perhaps the most common use, the beveled blade of the painter’s tool is perfect for scraping paint. It’s flat and yet sturdy, and can be wedged beneath paint chips with ease. Just be sure to wear a glove when you’re scraping paint.
5. Corner Gouging: The painters tool has a sharp pick on the other end of the head, which is great for scraping paint and grime out of corners. Just draw it down in a slashing motion to dislodge caulk and paint.
6. Spreading Putty: The flat blade of the painters tool or 5-in-1 is also perfect for spreading putty. It works as a simple trowel to fill nail holes and cracks with putty or woodfillers.
7. Nail Prying: The small teardrop shape on the body of the painters tool can be used for lightly prying up small nails.
8. Surface Protection: The Painters tool or 5-in-1 can be used in conjunction with a hammer to pry out larger fasteners. It can act as a protective surface for the head of the hammer to transfer leverage onto. This will preserve trim and walls.
9. Light Chiseling: The bevel of the painters tool or 5-in-1 is strong enough to split end grain in most wood, and also split face grain in soft woods. You can just tap it in with a hammer.
10. Prying Materials Apart: By far the most useful function of the painters tool or 5 in 1 is prying materials apart. The tool is so flat and strong, it can be driven into gaps between two materials, then gently leveraged to begin working those materials apart. It is far more gentle on surfaces than blunt demolition tools.
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Can it cut trees for for surviving on the island unless u gonna be painting on that island there's no need for this tool 🙄 😒 I'll take a machete
It cuts, slices, and dices and it’s only $10.99!! 😃🥕🥒🔪
It WOULD be an awesome tool for opening and cleaning coconuts.
Ur simple minded if u put an edge on it it can cut trees u can use the point to the end as a hammer the point as a hoe to plant seed in a long term situation the scrap for makeing wood shavings for a fire it’s metal so it make a spark with a flint. So I would take this for surviving on an island if there was an edge
@@learninthechords2717 take your 5way to the island n be happy then
So you better take 2, this and a small, sharp ax.
Dude as a painter, Ive known for 20+ years the 5way (thats what painters in GA call em) is the end-all be all for: opening beers, spliting blunts, throwing at targets, self defense, cutting sandwiches, applying condiments, negotiating payments, and works pretty decent on all that other stuff you mentioned. Great vid bud!
Negotiating payments 😂
You named so many I forgot!
Bahahaha
It's amazing how many tasks this tool can perform. I'm surprised the carpenter didn't mention nail set.
I thought I saw a bottle opener on that tool.
The best thing about this video is how quickly, and thoroughly, you go through the information. I'm sick of people chatting for 3-5 minutes before they get to the actual information. You totally sold me on this tool. Thanks!
I am very protective & get upset when my 5 n1 or 6 n 1 are not in my toolbench. I use them for many things, but I did learn 2 things I didn't today. Thank you for sharing all this info.
Amen to that, Jennifer!
Jennifer Kane because u get to the point - I’m subscribing to your channel
Totally agree
He is a great teacher. I bought this 15 in 1 yesterday with him in mind lol.
My old man put one of these in my very limited toolbox. I never understood (or asked) why. Now, 4 years after he passed, I found out why. This channel absolutely rocks.
Cool
After watching this video, last year, I started carrying this as a firefighter. It’s been amazing. Your video highlights so many uses. I’ve used it for overhaul, forcible entry, and even in auto extrication. The tool is versatile and light.
I am a tough grader but this was one of the best videos I've seen in a long time. No verbal garbage here. No fancy boring long drawn out introductions. More people need to make precise and concise videos like this. Good job.
Too bad his assertion that this tool is great for survival situations is a complete BS! Yeah, I'd like to see him cut a tree with that tool!
Kind of like what your doing right here !
It's mostly the women who do of the long drawn out beginnings, middles & ends & never get to the point. Men usually do but this man does it a lot faster than most.
It really is a great video. Quick to the point and then move on to the next.
I appreciate no music!
I'm a beekeeper. I use it as a hive tool as it gives leverage without jarring bee boxes apart (the bees really don't like their house being jarred apart!) It scrapes propolis too and separates the frames easily. I wouldn't be without it.
That's actually a really good idea. I'd bet I'd like it more than the actual hive tool
Thanks! Great idea!
Having just remodeled an 1880’s house, can say this tool made a huge difference! Be sure to get one with a full tang(where the metal inside the handle does all the way to the end of the handle) as it will be stronger if you are doing a lot of prying.
As a career handyman/tradesman I have worn many hats and carried many tools. Flooring, drywall, carpentry, surface refinishing, etc and a 5way is hands down the most essential tool out of an *extremely* limited list of tools that are invaluable no matter the job and it can even replace others on that list in a pinch- looking at you, razor knife i just had and now can't find. I've seen guys shrug their shoulders over losing an expensive drill, but i've also seen roofers drop their $10 5way and make a special trip down the ladder just to fetch it and if you know anything about roofing or a roofer's mindset you'd know going down that ladder without a damn good excuse is a cardinal sin. This tool has so many uses beyond what's displayed here and half of them you don't realize until you improvise. One of my favorite uses is to simply use it to pry back flashing on a metal roof so I can get my brush behind it onto the fascia- gives a much better finished look when you don't have paint on your metal and can't find a cut line because it's behind/under the flashing.
what is your extremely limited list?
You can use the blade to cut tape when masking. It's really handy for masking corners.
Crisp tape edges!
It also helps in pressing it to 'seal' the edge from paint 'leaking' under the edges.
Nah you need a flexible knife for that so you get consistent down pressure when press the tape down. It won't tear the tape either.
Funny, I bought one of these from a Walmart clearance aisle for a dollar, it could be the most useful tool I’ve ever owned. And, I actually used it tonight. By the way, I’m a 77 yo great grandma! 🤗
Keep it going Great Grandma!
i like how you abbreviated year old! lol
I'm looking at this too wondering what I could use it for ...all I can come up with is for scaling fish ...
Hi Granny 💞
It good to keep the grandkids in line too I'll bet!
A 5-in-1 and a paintbrush were the two tools I was given at the beginning of each summer when I worked as a painter in college. I’ve been using the same 5-in-1 for 25 years now, super handy tool…
Ah the classic Boomer myth (lie) of paying their way thru college by painting houses in the summer.
@@eustacemcgoodboy9702 You doubt that 'boomers' worked during the holidays? Do you think their parents were rich? haha. Please tell me, what generation are you?
@@Pat206The numbers don't lie. Boomers dropped out of high school at age 16 then worked jobs that bought them houses by age 25. Currently Boomers possess over 85% of all of America's wealth because they made sure to wreck the economy for their children and grand children.
@@Pat206 The plan for your 40 year old children to have the standard of living you had by 25 is for you to die and leave your vast wealth as inheritance.
I am a handyman and I use this tool for removing glued down tack strips under carpet, removing underlay glue, removing caulking and most recently installing new grout. I bought one about 8 years ago and have used it contantly. Recently it broke so I went looking for a new one but had no idea what is was called or where I got it from. This video helped me find a new one. Its an every day carry for me.
The pointed end was originally designed to scrape the crud out of groove in the paint can where the lid seats ;-)
The pointed end is perfect for that back itch beyond your reach
Sure is.
Also really good at opening 5 gallon metal paint buckets.
I buy a never used toilet scrubber best back scratcher in the world
LOL
I use one of those tools for weeding the grass and driveway. The concave rounded edge is great for hooking around the roots of weeks in the lawn and either side of the pointed end works well to scrape weeds out from between slabs or the expansion joint in concrete.
I spend summers painting classrooms at the school I work at. It work’s great for all of those things you mentioned and it’s great for pulling staples out of a wall quickly and easily. Something there is a lot of in a classroom.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I’m a woman and trying to diy with different projects myself. What a great things to have a professional like you digesting inf for us. Thanks and thanks again.
You’re welcome, NuJB! 🙂
The 5 in 1 also works great for opening boxes quickly. I use the pointed end and the curved side of my 5 in 1 to open boxes using a pulling motion. Works so well I often use it instead of my utility knife.
Great idea. I’m always in fear of slicing off a digit with the utility knife, and we get at least a box a day. I let 3-4 pile up for my husband to open - better him than me. 😊
I worked for 20 years as a faux rock carving specialist for a company that built realistic concrete climbing walls. We used 5 point tools almost exclusively as our carving tool. It was the perfect all in one concrete carving tool!
Yep when I moved from painting to carpentry I brought all my 5-ways with me. It’s a flat-head screwdriver, the point is a Phillips head too, and the point works awesome for removing staples. One other awesome use is to pry on material to level it, like adjusting a sheet of plywood or even a window to level it.
As a glazier this is one of the very few tools that I use on an EVERYDAY basis. It's amazing
You can also use it in conjunction with a sanding sponge to hold a door steady while painting. Place them together as a wedge between the bottom of the door and the floor. They're also fun to throw into wood and sheetrock.
That just changed my life
@@andrewsimpson2808 lol. Happy to help.
I'm a plumber and keep one of these in my tool bag. It's great for scraping old wax rings off closet collars.I also use it for prying stuff.
I’m a labourer for stucco. This tool helped me scrape and clean so many buckets and flashing. Easy to clean, small and light weight. Amazing tool
Somebody should give this guy a t.v. show. He’s awesome. Pretty sure I can trust his advice.
S Harper. Home Improvements OH, its already been done.
@@THEJR-of5tf
what?
Working in apartment maintenance I have discovered that the large majority of my work can be done with 5 tools. Channel locks, leatherman, 5-9 in one screwdriver, painters tool and a flashlight. I absolutely agree with the idea in this video.
I used to paint professionally and had one on me at all times. Now as a DIY homeowner I have at least 3 of them scattered around my house. The most recent use I found was scraping old mortar joints of loose material for tuck pointing. This was the only task that ever wore down the point.
I've had one of these for years and never used it for more than a bit of scraping and putty smoothing. Now I have a whole new appreciation. Thanks!
This guy is a salesman. I dont even need it but im gonna buy one.
This is a tool everyone takes for granted. Carried one for 20 years, use it every day, never thought about it... like the hammer and speed square.. you just replace it if you lose or break it. Never thought about it. I have about 5. The wood handle embee tools are the best. If you can find one, sand off the base handle wood and expose the steel. Now it is a chisel too.
Most of the newer chinese models are junk. That is why i have 5 of them.
agree.... i neither need it, but hell i´m buying one today.
I bet you've used it already 😏
You think you don't need one...until you have one...ONE THING: Y'all, get a GOOD painters tool. You'll know because it will say Husky or have a METAL ASS END. This is super important because you don't get the pry/chisel use out of a $Hitty tool. The metal butt lets you use it like a driving blade, by smacking the metal back of it with a hammer. Don't cheap out and DONT LET ANYONE LESS EXPERIENCED THAN YOU TO USE IT. They'll mess it up. Believe me. Lives will be lost.
😁😁
Yup I’m in construction. Mostly residential. We use these all the time.
I’ve been saying this for years! It’s probably my most used tool. A lot of my work jeans have a small hole in the back pocket from carrying around my 5.
I bought one recently and I love it!❤
I bought it originally for removing old sealant from a bathroom vanity but realised it has way more uses
Thanks for showing us many more uses👏👏
i work as a dishwasher, and use one to help clean off burnt food from big pots after soaking them a bit. makes my job easier
I call mine Mr. Scrapey
I have been plumbing for years and this tool is absolutely one of my favorites. I have one specifically for wax ring removal and corroded washers.
Im a brain surgeon and this tool saves a lot of time.
I recently bought one for a big paint job! Great tutorial video! It gives me a lot more ideas on what else I can do with it besides scraping and opening cans! 😄 Thanks!
I have this tool, it is a life saver. I’m using it now for scrapping off old silicone around my bath tub. Thanks for your video.
I am A siding installer, have been for thirty years. this is the best tool in my tool bags, I use it at least 30 times a day. I could not live with out it. esp useful for getting the steel fascia under the drip edge, no other tool works as good period. its a life saver. and very useful for stretching up a low siding panel to match your siding line when a panel or two gets low. for vinyl or steel siding. just put it under the nailing flange and give it a shove up, and staple it into place. I would pay 50 bucks for this tool if i had to. it saves me that much in time on a day to day basis. love it.
Couldn't agree more, David! I probably could have made an hour-long video on just the random carpentry tasks that I've used this thing for over the years. At the start of a demo, I just walk around with it in my hand, loosening things and probing things. It's more like an extension of my arm at this point 😁
I saw the last part of your sentence, if I were you I would definitely keep my voice down, the people who work in marketing at Home Depot may be listening
Yeah, true fact. I better shut the front door. On the last part of that sentence. I would hate to pay anymore then I am paying now. But if I had to.. i would be forced in to purchasing another over priced tool to do my job. But hey, it saves me time. And energy. So in the long run. It saves me money. Besides I would just throw the price if the magic 8 in 1 right into the bid if I had too. Or I would probably try to make my own tool of some sorts. Lol
You can't work without it
You probably could live without it
You can get a husky brand 15 in one tool for 8.98 Lowes, home depot.
This is a good tool I always use to get me out of binds.Especially doing floor work. Strip n waxing ,etc.. Underrated Tool!
Coming back when I have time to read the entire comment section, an excellent tutorial in itself. Thanks, guys and gals.
I love this tool. I’ve been using it for years on all kinds of jobs. I keep it in my back pocket when I’m working. You are right this is the most useful tool you can own!
Hi, you left out a use for this tool, you can use the pointed end to drive four holes in the rim of the paint can. This lets the paint drain back into the can. You’re welcome 😊
Nikita Petersen put the holes in the valley that the rim of the cans lid goes into ( the U shaped valley)
Or you can just brush out the excess paint in the rim when you're finished 🤷♂️
That’s a pro tip!
Right 0n! Until now I've been using a nail for such when I open a new can. Good Idea !
I’m a trim carpenter, I’ve always told everyone this is the best tool ever, I actually carry two in my belt
I’d say cats claw is probably best tool for trim carpentry specifically five in one is best overall
I bought this tool about 30yrs ago at a trade fare,I am a painter and decorator so I used it almost every day,apart from honing the blade it is still one of the best tools I bought way back then.
The point at the end of the bevel can be used to set finish nails. I use this tool on all of my finish wood working. I have 4 of them because it is a great multitool. If the Island trees are soft woods, this tool would cut limbs off of island soft wood. :)
Thank you...the cylinder thing I'd driving me nuts lol.
The end of the handle is also good for smacking a wall where a nail has been pulled, indenting the area so you can mud it nicely.
I'm doing drywall work in my garage right now. You just made my project that much easier. Thanks a bunch.
At the 2:24 mark, all that paint scraping reminded me of that SEINFELD episode where he was freaking out that with all the coats of paint on his 50 year old apartment that the walls were closing in on him.
Im So grateful for this video someone left this tool in my basement when I moved in 7 yrs ago and never knew what it was used for. Ive been painting my master bdrm this weekend and I decided to give it a try so I opened paint cans, scraped old cruddy old paint off the floor now I know what else to use it for TFS👍
Wow, as usual thanks so much. It’s nearly 4 a.m. on a Sunday; I’m going to hit the hay and am taking my 5 in 1 tool with me.
I'll definitely carry this tool next time I'm stranded on an island that needs painting.
I hope the guy in the video is not offended by your humor.
Tyrone Kim probably not! He’s knows some people just suck!
I wonder if you bang this tool hard enough on someones head , would it get rid of a lisp
This why I like the comments section
🤣😅😂
The butt is also rounded for when you're smoothing the wall. Use it to push in drywall on nail holes. It makes puttying faster
oh my GOD PUSH THE DRYWALL ON HOLES, that's genius
Lol I read this wrong.
Omg! No one has thought of that, ever! 🙀
@@DeepThinker193 The butt...
holes.
Why not just use the back of the taping knife? Why would you grab another tool for that?
Did water damage restoration / mold remediation for several years. This tool was a must to have nearby during demo, came in clutch for so many situations. 👌
I discovered this tool years ago and keep one with all my painting supplies, and one in the garage. Amazing what you can use it for.
I have always considered a 5 in 1 to be an essential hand tool to have . I am not a painter, I am a cabinet installer and finish carpenter but this tool is always in regular use. one thing I use it for a lot is when I am caulking , I use it to clean out excess caulk in tight little spots, I like to to be realy clean, none of that smearing a heavy bead of caulk with your finger and calling it done crap on my jobs, also makes a good pry bar, putty knife in a pinch , paint can opener, knife to cut old caulk joints when removing old trim or base and many more things!
I’ve carried one and referred to it as the Magic Tool for 20 plus years. Mostly, as a trim carpenter, it’s great for prying baseboards and casing off the walls. And scraping drywall mud off the corners near the floor before running new base.
Thanks Christopher. Yep, pulling trim is 90% of what is routinely use this tool for
I worked as a union tile finisher for 25 years and used this tool all the time. I called it the “Ninja Tool” because it could do everything, although I primarily used it as a chisel. Squaring off corners when you’re grouting to doing patches. This and a marking towel are two of the best, most versatile hand tools that you can carry.
I came upon this video and since I have been using one as a carpenter for over 30 years I had to watch. HC pretty much nailed it. Introduced my son to one 20 years ago and he told me that pretty much every guy in his VW bus club now has one in their toolbox. Good job HC. What is a 5 in 1 now like a 15 in one.
Best hand-tool ever. I just taught my teen how to use it. I feel like I was passing down secret knowledge to a new generation.
Test. ask your teen next week if they remember what you told them.
@@pedraw he's been making good use of it during the quarantine. School work is scarce so I've put him to work!
Very nice. I think you did just that. Passed on good useful knowledge, to the younger generation. Good for you. You should be proud.
A good mom! Keep them busy. They’ll thank you in the future.
Teach him how to use the lawn mower next, then the weed whacker.
Professional carpenter for 35 years I've had one in my tool pouch since day one. Best tool ever.
I love this tool. Thanks for the video, haven't used it much yet, but the paint roller tip is very helpful, as a diy/ botch it yourself person, I am always struggling with cleaning my rollers. Thanks, and all the comments I've read are helpful too.
Another one to add to the list, wallpaper removal tool. Once you apply/spray your preferred wallpaper removal chemical, this tool makes great use of carving out sections of old wallpaper. Better than a regular putty knife because of the width and sharper edge.
This looks like a very handy tool if stranded on a deserted island...and you are planning on doing renovations.
I’m glad I’m not the only one who found this video very disappointing
lol, yeah what a fucking idiot. Bring an ax or a hammer or a saw or whatever else tool really. 100x more useful
I'm in the construction industry. I never leave home without that thing. When I do...I need it. A great tool in its quality versions.
Have multiple 5-in-1's, but my all time favorite is my old wood handle one. It's got about 15 years of work under its belt, and about forty colors of paint ingrained. But you missed maybe the most useful aspect, mixing drywall mud in the pan. Always, always mix your consistancy right, then grab your 6" knife to cream it up perfect... then tape away.
Best tool in my kit, by far.
Hands down the truth! As one who formally prepared brand new homes for customer move-in, there was an abundance of tasks that were necessary to make perfect. From tilt of linoleum repairs to drywall, painting, roof work, you name it. Anything that needed to be repaired prior to a homeowner move-in was repaired. The 5- in 1 tool was the most handy tool I carried. It’s a prybar, scraper, screwdriver, putty, knife, paint roller removal tool, light hammer, and a bunch more things. For the price they are great.
I have been curious about this tool for years, but never discovered how truly useful such a tool is until now. Thank you for a fantastic and practical video.
Tengo una herramienta similar a esta, como soy aficionado a los acodos aéreos, le vi un gran potencial, con eso, a tales fines le saqué más filo de manera que pudiera cortar fácilmente la corteza de la rama a trabajar. Hice una prueba, pero se requiere dar mayor afilamiento
Great video! I renovated an apartment and barely used it because I thought it was just a putty knife... Damn!
I got a couple of these in different sizes when I was working as a house painter. I still use them all the time on a variety of household projects. And the best part is they only cost a couple of bucks.
I use 2 of these for removing glazing beads when I'm changing double glazed units,they are so useful and never damage the window frame 👍
I've liked all the videos I've seen and unlike others I can tell that you are a carpenter and I respect that . Having framed houses for 30 plus yrs. and knowing how useful a ( painters tool ) is it's good to see you spreading the word !!
I'm this many days old, that I found out that the curved part is used to clean paint rollers.
I used to use the round part to clean pipes or rather the round sides of scaffle parts. There are two round sides though. There on both sides.
I started the bathroom renovation today.
I don’t know how you do one without a five in one tool.
Is the only tool I won’t leave the house without other than my drill
Same here. Lol I’ll pick one up before the next time I paint, cleaning rollers sucks
Same
If you keep watching these types of videos you will not only learn something new everyday but multiple things a day.👍
I too am a professional carpenter and it appears I need to add this in my tool cache. I have always used a bar scraper for many of the tasks in the video. I have contemplated the 5n1 but always thought it was gimmicky until now. Cheers.
I have also used mine for protecting the wood when hammering in nails...place the cutout around the nail and if you miss? You only hit the flat surface of the "100 in 1" and no ugly hammer indents on the wood.
I agree that it is THE tool for a survivalist! In addition to the uses shown in this video, I used mine yesterday to adjust the screws for my landscape sprinklers. Who woulda thought to use it as a screw driver, too?
I love this tool too. Have always had one. I recently learned that you are supposed to use the rounded end to push into nail holes and round them out before filling. It works really well, especially if the drywall paper is a bit jagged at the edges.
I've been a Carpenter 35 years and I have one of these in every box I have, general purpos, trim, door& hardware, Millwright and even my cocreate, but I sharpen the forward blades to a razor edge, thanks for the viddy.....
I'm pushing 25 years in most of the building or finishing part of the trades. Historic restoration or remodeling I usually will do every part of Hands-On from demolition to the final cleaning and the five and one is a part of every piece of that. if I never was a carpenter that painted what I built then I probably would have never had it. I said in a previous comment before I saw this comment that it is crazy to me how many Carpenters don't know how much better that you can make a job turn out just by having one. You also have to have the ability to want to try to exceed and do the best job possible or most of the things that I do with it they wouldn't do anyways. I I was very fortunate to have old-school dudes that were very good at whatever trade I was working with to learn from. I was even more fortunate that I was smart enough to pay attention.
Thank you for being helpful. I'm trying to find inspiration to learn my trade again along with other skills. You're definitely inspiring me. Thank you for the helpful tips.
I don’t even use tools all that much but I’ve both owned and used one of these little 5ways for over 30 yrs now. I wouldn’t go a day without one. These days I use it in asphalt to scrape clean the inside of my tailgate and box lip every load. Also comes in handy to keep the asphalt off the soles of your steel toes and sidestep. As a trucker driver you can always find something to use these little hand tools for. That and a hammer can always be found in my tool box.
I love this tool! I’m getting ready for new flooring and it was so handy with staple remove. They underlayment had so many staples and it fits in odd spaces.
I like tools. I love my painters tool. Additional use: If you're painting, you can usually undo the screws on wall and outlet plates with it. If the plate is stuck to the wall with paint, place your blade edge along the long side of the plate and give the handle a whack. Pops the plate off without prying.
I love this tool too! Thank you so much for sharing how you use it, great tips. I have use it with a hammer to break the dried thin set off the back of tiles, after soaking them in water for a few minutes. My pops hired a neighbor dude that didn't know what he was doing and I had to redo the job but didn't want to toss the tile I lifted.
I also use it to remove outlet wall plates when prepping for painting.
I just finished painting my house...believe me things would have been easier if I had this tool. Thanks!
Luis Quinones Me too. Wish I would’ve known i needed a brush or roller too. Very messy. Did have rubber gloves to apply paint though.
Use brushes instead
Sheep skin rollers are the best. Properly cleaned with soap and water. The last forever!
I used mine for scraping the blue off the concrete when I pulled up my carpet. Now it's missing. I am going to buy another one asap. Loved it.
Thank you so much, quick and concise and great for beginners like me 😊
Many thanks for this video! I came home from out of state after having a bathroom remodeled and found one of these hanging on my garage pegboard. I’d seen them before, but never owned one and wasn’t sure what the functions were.
I've had this tool in my arsenal for years and had no idea how useful it is! Thanks, I'll be finding uses now that I've begun woodworking.
Never thought of this. I'm impressed and thank you for the tutorial!
Bought one of these on a whim. It just looked useful. I love this thing. You showed me some new functions.
Thanks for explaining it well. Got it for construction Clean
Totally agree. I've had mine for close to 20 years. First used it on the job in a shop. It never left my side.
maybe you'll get that $1 raise now
Omg this is hilarious. I renovate swimming pools and i have this exact same tool. I love the thing and swesr by it! It is great for doing liner tucks, removing old skimmer and main drain gaskets, lifting up stubborn rail rings, and various other problems that present themselves. Some of the best 5 bucks i've ever spent. I thought i was the only person who felt this way.
legit- exact same... those rail rings that've been "in place" for 25 years are much more difficult than one would think (not to mention the securing bolts hidden under years of compacting dirt/debris). This tool is GOLD when dealing with anything if that sort- or, as stated, installing/removing liner & liner locks and scraping old, melted gaskets, o-rings, the like... and always handy to have a good ole sturdy metal butt plate to beat the hell out of stubborn things (which is inevitable in almost every unkempt pool for one/every task). I work fire and as a tac-medic and have every demolition/extrication/forcible entry tool imaginable- which have their uses for sure- but by far this, 3/8 ratchet, and quality flat head BY FAR most used hand tools...
It is essential and it’s great for so many uses, I used it for flooring but it comes in handy for many things like scraping, chisel, cleans crevices
I brought one of these badgers for when I redecorated my house. Insanely helpful, mine even came with a bottle opener!
I spent 10 years as a flooring installer and carried a "5-way" all day, every day. These days it's always near the top of my toolbox. Some things just work.
I've said the same thing for years. There are several tools that lose their spot in the belt to the 5-1. Also, the longer the flat edge, the crappier the 5 in 1. I prefer the stubier 5 in 1 like the one you are holding in your garage for the interview portion of this video. NOT the wider HUSKY 5 in 1. There are different classes of 5 in 1. There has to be a point to stop adding on the this tool. I personally don't even like the teardrop nail puller. Glad to see someone else that values the 5 in 1.
Hands down best tool ever! I use it as cabinet builder and installer. So many hundreds of uses.
Wow ,what a great tool .I will look for one of these for a gift for hubby and sons!.Thanks for sharing these great uses for this amazing tool!
-Back scratcher
-Fly swatter
-Tongue scraper
-Box cutter
-Coffee stirrer
- Spatula
-Mirror(highly polished chrome)
-Stake knife
As a home owner I've used a 5 in 1 for everything. Recently I purchased a stainless 5 in 1 for kitchen use. Great for removing burned on food from pots and pans, skillets, etc. The eye roll I get from the wife is priceless.
George, some buttons are worth pushing, aren't they. LOL!
try 1 in 5
Maybe she's eye rolling , because you burn food a lot.
I'm convinced. Thanks
Great video, as an Industrial mechanic I use this tool on split hubs used with taper lock couplings.
It is the perfect wedge to tap into the split and slide off the hub.