Choosing a clamp for a small DIY job
How to choose between spring clamps, bar clamps, straps and simple weights.
Clamps & Temporary Holds
Guides
Background notes and safe working habits for choosing, using and checking the right approach.
How to avoid marking surfaces when clamping
Practical ways to spread pressure and protect finished surfaces.
Temporary holds versus proper fixing
How to tell when a hold is only for positioning and when a real fixing is needed.