With its flying sparks and red-hot metal, welding may seem daunting, but with the right safety precautions and welding equipment, you can embrace your creative side and improve your home with DIY welding projects.
Safety First
Your first step in acquiring welding equipment should always be protective gear. Before starting a welding project, make sure you have:
- A welding helmet to protect your vision from the bright sparks
- Welding gloves, which are longer and better insulated than regular leather work gloves
- Protective clothing, shielding your skin from excess heat and any stray sparks
Once you have the safety welding equipment on hand, it’s time to get the most obvious piece of equipment—the welder itself.
Renting a Welder
Although there are a few different kinds of welders, one of the simplest and most useful is a stick welder, which can be used to weld all types of steel and iron, making it very useful for DIY, lawn furniture repair, mending fences, or just getting creative with some metal scraps.
If purchasing a welder seems prohibitively expensive for one or two simple projects, keep in mind you can rent welding equipment from Eagle Rentals, saving you money and space in your shed or garage.
Now the Fun Begins!
Once you have your welding equipment, it’s time to start your project! While your goal might be simply fixing a metal lawn chair, feel free to explore your creative side. Welding can be a great way to make picture frames, fire pits, barbecue grills, and coat hooks, giving your home and yard a rustic flair that is uniquely yours.