Files

A file is used to remove a small amount of material from a workpiece in order to smooth or form it. This is achieved by rubbing it by hand against the workpiece in question. The tool typically consists of a steel bar with surfaces cut with sharp teeth, plus a handle, and comes in a huge range of sizes, shapes, cuts and tooth configurations. For instance, you can get flat files, square tapered files, triangular files and round files, while the teeth might be uniform or staggered. Here at Building Materials, we stock a wide variety of files tools from some of the world's leading brands, including Crescent Nicholson, Roughneck and Faithfull, ranging from tools as small as six inches to some as big as 32 inches. We also sell file sets so you never run out. Browse our range today to find your perfect product.