The blacksmith not only makes weapons and armor, he also makes and repairs all the metal objects used by everyone in the castle and the village. The making of plows, pots, shovels, hinges, chain, and even nails are typical projects for the blacksmith. The blacksmith's forge and anvil are in an open shelter outside the building because of the intense heat required for working iron. The building itself would have a workshop for cold work, like grinding, cutting, and sharpening, and to store tools and supplies.