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A Toolkit Perfect for the Common Staging Woman

I recently purchased the best toolkit available for the staging woman. Now I'm not too sur tool kit e how many of you stagers out there are already familiar with it, but after doing a blog search I only found a couple posts on Barbara K. So I thought, why not just post a blog about it anyway...for those who have not heard of it, or are staging newbies like me :)

Barbara K (http://www.barbarak.com/) created these amazing tools at a time there were no tools were made specifically for women, and here she found the perfect niche. The tools are ergonomically designed to fit our hands much better than other typical tools. Some are a bit smaller, lightweight and have better-shaped handles, and the quality is just as high as any other tool made by Black and Decker or Craftsman.

I bought the tool kit and power screwdriver pictured here and they work wonderfully! I am a small person with small hands and these fit me perfectly. The toolkit comes with quite a few items packed into a small, lightweight case (even the handle is shaped to grip!)
- 6-in-1 screwdriver
- 16 pc hex keys
- 2-in-1 level (magnetic!)
- 7-oz hammer
- 6-in-1 putty knife
- 6" adjustable wrench
- 6" slip joint pliers
- 10' measuring tape
- assorted hardware (nails, screws, picture hooks, plastic anchors)
- 84 page "How To" booklet

The Power screwdriver has an adjustable handle to allow you to reach into those tight spaces and has a small pull out re-chargable battery. The only thing I don't like about the power screwdriver is it doesn't come with a carrying case...

This toolkit is the answer to all of our home staging prayers. Whether you just need it to help you hang pictures or shelves, or to fix a leaky faucet or patch a hole in the wall, this kit's got it all! I hope I have enlightened at least a few on you out there!

PS: you can always try to see if you can find a local retailer: http://www.barbarak.com/stores.php so you don't have to wait because it's on back order.

Posted by Stephanie Stuber - Aesthetics Home Staging Fairfield County CT on 01/17/2008 05:36 PM

Comments (14)

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14 Comments on A Toolkit Perfect for the Common Staging Woman

Good, kit but don't forget to carry a roll of duct tape it keeps the world together.

01/17/2008 05:39 PM

by Jeff Thompson (Thompsons Home Inspections)

Stephanie - I like the idea of a power screwdriver that is smaller and lighter for women. I know ours is HEAVY, and after holding it over your head to install window hardware, it gets tiresome real quick. Thanks for sharing!

01/17/2008 07:49 PM

by Andrea Santmyer, Room Revisions (Room Revisions, LLC)

Stephanie, even old timers need tools all the time. How many times have we've gotten to a job and somebody left the hammer in one of the boxes back at the warehouse. Drives me nuts. I went on line to purchase this set and its back-ordered. I will try again though. Thanks for the tip

01/17/2008 08:09 PM

by Kym Hough, Stager, Live Green, Live Smart Certified Trainer, CSP, RESA, LGLS (www.Staged to Sell & www.StagersLIST.com)

I love it! It is neat and organized and all in one place... at least until my husband gets his hands on it.

01/17/2008 10:02 PM

by Kristina, KFM Staging & Design - A Minnesota Home Staging Company (KFM Staging & Design)

Thanks for the tip about this handy tool kit! I like the idea that it has so many useful items all in one box.

01/17/2008 10:24 PM

by Maureen Bray ~ Room Solutions Staging, Portland OR (Room Solutions ~ Staging that Sells Homes!)

This is a great kit! Too bad Barbara K does not sell to Canada...

01/18/2008 06:00 AM

by Kimberly Uksik ~ Durham, Toronto, On. Home Stager (Elite Home Decor)

To bad I already have all my tools but if I need to replace I will check this out.

01/18/2008 07:42 AM

by Sandra Hughes-Redesigned Spaces-Virginia Redesigned Spaces - Fairfax County, VA (Redesigned Spaces - Northern Virginia)

This is great for all to carry, Thankfully my hubby assists me and he has all his tools which is great.

Phyllis Pafumi

01/18/2008 09:49 AM

by Phyllis Pafumi-ReStyled to Sell Staging Homes NJ (ReStyled to Sell Home Staging New Jersey)

Wow- you have everything at your fingertips! Except for the duct tape!

Kathy

01/18/2008 04:21 PM

by Kathy Riggle Houston Home Staging-STAGING SMART NSOLD (STAGING SMART N SOLD)

I guess its tough enough for a man ......but made for a woman! lol

01/18/2008 04:50 PM

by Fernando Rosado ASP, president IAHSP PBC 561-906-0050 or 561-840-8950 (Eclectic Home Staging of the Palm Beaches)

Thanks for the info,I'm always looking for neat stuff like this!

01/19/2008 10:29 AM

by penny white (beststagedesign.com)

What a cool concept! We already have our tools, but these will definitely replace them as they wear out.

01/19/2008 11:08 AM

by Holly Klaus, Room Revisions (Room Revisions)

What a great kit to have on hand. Thank you for the tip!

Amber

01/19/2008 03:18 PM

by Amber Kincaid, Michigan Home Stager (A.R.K. Staging and Design)

My tools keep disappearing (hubby) and some of them were pink. I like the Power screwdriver pictured.

01/23/2008 10:34 PM

by Kathleen Lordbock- HSE,RESA,SEA,SD ~Minnesota Home Stager~ (Re$ale Design & Home Staging)

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