Estwing Ultra Claw Hammer Nylon-vinyl Grip - 15oz

Nylon - A family of synthetic polymers

Steel - An alloy made predominately of Iron combined with <2% carbon

Vinyl - A type of material which falls under the board term of pastic

Hammer - A tool used for providing impact to an object such as a nail

Welding - A process where materials are melted together, usually metals or thermoplastics.

Joints - The sections where one component is joined to another.

Wickes began trading in 1972 as a do-it-yourself store. They now have over 200 stores throughout the UK. The company focus on supplying products to the building trade, as well as materials for home improvement projects. Their products range from fitted kitchens and bathrooms, to all manner of building supplies. They sell doors, windows, flooring, tiles, paint, wallpaper, decorative materials, lighting, heating, plumbing, work wear and gardening supplies. They also offer professionally designed bespoke kitchens and bathrooms, alongside their budget take home ranges. The company was purchased by the builders merchants Travis Perkins in 2005. They now also have stores in mainland Europe, Ireland and South Africa.