Watch out for inferior tools in the basic tool kit. Instead, I recommend tools for beginners that offer better features, more capacity, greater comfort, and professional-grade durability.
They are reliable tools that can last a lifetime, if treated well. Most tool collections grow slowly over months and years.
When gearing up, start with the essential tools and end with the more task-specific tools you'll need when you've got the basics covered and are ready to expand your capabilities. For DIY tips and tricks, head over to Bricoleur Pro.
A hammer is probably the most used tool when doing DIY projects. From the simplest tasks like hanging pictures on a wall, to bigger jobs like changing the floor or building a cabinet, a hammer is a staple in every home repair job. There are many types of hammers, but the one you should always keep handy is a claw hammer.
The tape measure :When fixing or creating anything, you need a tape measure to keep all your measurements accurate. The tape measure is used for any DIY work around the house. For simple home repair tasks, a 3 meter tape should do the trick.
Screwdrivers :these are important for all kinds of screwdriving including electrical repairs. The most commonly used screwdrivers are the Phillips head and flathead screwdrivers (for screws with just a line on the head). You can also invest in multi-purpose screwdrivers with interchangeable heads for other screws that basic screwdrivers can't handle.
The different types of clamps :you need three types of pliers. Needle point pliers with pointed tips, flat nose pliers and wire cutters are the ones that look like scissors. Use pliers to tighten or loosen fittings, cut wires or pull staples.
The keys are used for jobs that cannot be done with a pair of pliers. If you need to loosen the bolts, use your wrench. You can also use a wrench to grab or remove pipes, nuts, and other household items. Wrenches are not only used for DIY, but also for car repairs.
The drill :There are electric drills and cordless drills. Choose the type of drill according to your needs. If you are doing light repairs around the house, the cordless drill is the most efficient choice. If you think you'll be using it for heavier work, I suggest investing in a power drill.
