Tools & Materials
Any job is a lot easier if you are using the correct tools and materials. Use the links below for more detail:
Basic toolbox
- Basic toolbox
A collection of tools that are 'must haves' to accomplish the majority of basic DIY tasks around the home
Basic decorating kit
- Basic decorating kit
All the tools you need to successfully decorate your home
Must have tools
- Tools to make your life easier
A shortlist of those things that we find we just can’t do without
Ladders
- Choosing the right ladder
A guide to the various types of ladders available, and the materials they are made from, to help you choose the right one for the job
Energy saving products
- Energy saving products
A useful list of products to make your home more energy efficient
Basic electrics tools
- Basic electrics tools & materials
The basic tools & materials necessary to perform the majority of electrics related tasks in the home
Basic plumbing tools
- Basic plumbing tools & materials
For carrying out plumbing tasks these tools are must haves
Metal compression fittings
- Metal compression fittings
A list of the most common metal plumbing compression fittings & adaptors
Power drills
- Choosing the right power drill
A full guide to the different types of power drill avaiable, with explanations of their most common specifications
Plastering tools
- Plastering tools
A full list of the tools and equipment you will need to successfully plaster a wall or ceiling
Further information and useful links
- Find a Power Tools supplier near you
- Find a Decorators Merchants near you
- Find a Plumbing Merchants near you
- Find an Electrical Merchants near you
