Mallets

Mallets are struck tools with a rubber, wood, brass, copper, or plastic head, designed to deliver a softer blow than a steel hammer without marking or damaging the work surface. RS supplies mallets in a range of head materials and weights, sourced from leading brands like Halder, Facom, RS PRO, and more. Our mallets ship nationwide with fast delivery across Australia.

Types of Mallets

Mallets are typically grouped by head material, with each type suited to a different level of impact and surface sensitivity.

Wooden Mallets

Wooden mallets are the traditional choice in carpentry and joinery, used to knock wooden pieces together or drive dowels and chisels without splitting the timber. The wooden head absorbs impact well, making it a natural fit for fine woodworking where a metal hammer would risk marking or crushing the material.

Rubber Mallets

A rubber mallet delivers a softer blow than wood or metal, making it ideal for forming sheet metal, fitting flooring, and assembling furniture without leaving dents or marks. The rubber head absorbs shock effectively, reducing the risk of damage to finished surfaces during tapping or shaping work.

Brass & Copper Mallets

Brass and copper mallets are typically used on machinery and metalwork where a firm strike is needed with a reduced risk of damaging parts or generating sparks. These non-sparking properties make brass and copper mallets a preferred choice in environments where flammable materials or gases are present.

Plastic Mallets

Plastic mallets are made from materials such as nylon, polycarbonate, or polyethylene, offering a lightweight option well suited to leatherwork, jewellery-making, and other precision applications. Their softer strike prevents damage to delicate materials while still providing enough force for shaping and assembly tasks.

Applications of Mallets

From trade workshops to home projects, mallets are used wherever a controlled, surface-safe strike is needed.

Carpentry & Joinery

Mallets are a staple in carpentry and joinery, used to assemble wooden joints, drive chisels, and fit components together without damaging the timber. A wooden or rubber mallet gives woodworkers the control needed for precise, mark-free assembly.

Metalworking

In metalworking, mallets shape and form sheet metal, remove dents, and position parts without denting or scarring the surface. Brass, copper, and nylon mallets are especially useful here, offering enough striking force while protecting the workpiece from damage.

Construction & Masonry

On construction sites, mallets are used to position blocks, tap fittings into place, and adjust materials such as pavers and tiles where a steel hammer would be too harsh. A rubber or plastic mallet applies enough force to seat materials firmly without cracking or chipping them.

DIY & Home Assembly

For home use, a mallet is a handy tool for flat-pack furniture assembly, light repairs, and general household tasks where a gentler strike is preferred over a standard hammer. Hammers and mallets often sit side by side in a home toolkit, with the mallet reserved for jobs where surface protection matters.

Trusted Mallet Supplier & Distributor in Australia

RS is a supplier and distributor of mallets in Australia with a large inventory, so procurement teams can match exact specifications across head material, weight, and face type from a single supplier. The RS catalogue includes rubber, wooden, brass, copper, and plastic options sourced directly from leading brands, like Halder, Facom, and RS PRO with full manufacturer warranty.

Orders can be placed online or by phone, with bulk orders available at special volume pricing quoted on request. Whether you need to buy a mallet for a single job or stock up for a trade toolkit, RS also supplies complementary products like screwdriver sets and spanners.

RS delivers mallets Australia-wide. Delivery is free for approved business account holders on orders over $60 (excluding GST) and for private and guest orders over $80 (excluding GST). Next working day delivery is available for locally stocked items ordered before 5pm AEST, Monday to Friday. For full delivery terms, visit the RS Australia delivery page for all options, exclusions, and fees.