Mallet

Mallet is a type of hammer that is often used in various trades and crafts for striking objects. The term is derived from the Old French "maillet", which means "little hammer". Mallets are typically made of a wooden, rubber or plastic head and a handle. The head is often cylindrical in shape and can be used to deliver a softened impact to a surface to avoid damage.

Types of Mallets

There are several types of mallets, each designed for specific uses. Some of the most common types include:

• Carpenter's Mallet: This type of mallet is typically made of wood and is used in carpentry to knock wooden pieces together or apart without damaging them.

• Rubber Mallet: A rubber mallet is used when a softer blow is needed, such as in upholstery work or in cases where the surface of a tool or material must not be damaged.

• Dead Blow Mallet: This type of mallet is filled with sand or lead shot to minimize rebound and deliver a more forceful blow.

• Gavel: A gavel is a small wooden mallet used by a presiding officer or an auctioneer to signal for attention or order.

• Mallet (Polo): In the sport of polo, a long-handled mallet is used to hit the ball.

Uses of Mallets

Mallets are used in various trades and crafts. In carpentry and construction, they are used to knock pieces of wood together or apart, or to drive dowels or chisels. In upholstery, a rubber mallet is used to adjust furniture and drive in tacks. In the sport of polo, players use a mallet to hit the ball.

See Also

• Hammer
• Gavel
• Mallet (Polo)

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