The specific equipment you’ll need for a DIY project will vary but several fundamental items are helpful for a wide range of projects include:
- Screwdrivers: Flathead and Phillips head screwdrivers are necessary for tightening and loosening screws respectively.
- Hammer: You can use a hammer to hang pictures drive nails and carry out other home remodelling tasks.
- Measuring tape: To take measures and ensure accurate cuts a measuring tape is necessary.
- Level: To make sure that items are straight and even a level is used.
- Drill: A drill is a power tool that can be used to drive screws and make holes.
- Saw: A saw is a cutting device that can be used to cut metal, plastic or wood.
- Pliers: Pliers are useful for gripping bending and cutting wire as well as for prying out staples and nails.
- Utility knife: A utility knife is useful for cutting plasterboard, cardboard and other materials.
- Wrench: A wrench is a hand tool that is used to turn things like bolts and nuts by providing torque with a mechanical advantage.
- Safety Equipment: When using tools, safety goggles, a mask, gloves & ear protectors are necessary.
Remember that you might need to get new tools if you embark on more difficult or specialised assignments. However the aforementioned equipment should suffice for the majority of simple DIY tasks.
