Top 10 Tools for the New DIY'er for less than £100

If you are new to DIY you don't have to spend a fortune on tools to carry out most jobs. This is my top 10 basic tools that cover 95% of everything you'll ever need to do.

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[fushammer]

In my day maintaining military vehicles like the FV432 any sight of an adjustable spanner could get you on a charge. The right sized spanner for the right sized nut. Using an adjustable no matter how big could round off a sump plug or any nut causing thousands of pounds of damage and taking an AFV out of service. That lesson has stuck with me ever since. I always use the right tool for the job.😊

[benh]

Top 10 Power tools for the DIYer would be a good video next! 😄👍👍

[andrewhead]

Good advice. I bought my daughter most of your top 10 basic tools when she moved into her first house. Not as glamorous asa bottle of Champagne, but it has enabled her to do the jobs she needed. A few shelves, put up a garden shed and fitting it out, and maintenance and repairs around the home.

I really think basic home maintenance DIY should be part of the national curriculum for all year 11 children.

[charlierobson]

Solid, sensible advice. Your channel is a haven of calm. Thank you!

[iainamurray]

Thanks for the tips, though you missed one! You mentioned the 90° square, but there's also a 45° one too!

[everythingisnand]

I absolutely love this video! It's realistic and downto earth. I do a lot of DIY and the only tools I had for the longest time was two screwdrivers (one flat and one star), a handsaw, An electric drill, a €1 pencil, and a 5m tape measure. They really go a long way. You can also buy screws that come with the correct bits for them. I would suggest investing in a magnetic bit holder, but you don't need one. It just makes it easier. Some clamps makes it a little easier if you're building on your own. Edit: I did have a hammer too, but I haven't needed it much as I mainly work with screws.

[billconiston]

Great video, couple of thoughts:
1 - The adjustable spanner is not in my view a replacement for a proper spanner, it's too easy to round over the nuts especially with the cheap ones.

2 - 95% of home jobs with 10 tools might be a bit of a stretch...half the fun of DIY is tool acquisition! :)

3 - totally agree with the number 1, cordless drill is the essential tool! A "proper" brand (dewalt, makita, bosch...) as additional bare tools can be bought to utilise the batteries and perhaps could be a better investment than a no-name.

Cheers!

[stretchclogg]

My garage is stocked with Aldi/Lidl tools! They do everything I need them to do and my sliding mitre saw (also Aldi) hasn't let me down either. I had more expensive tools years ago (stolen, bastards!) and to be honest for what I need them for now I will stick with cheap.

Love the videos and I have put some of your tips to good use during the past 6 months! Cheers Mate!

[bluecurlygirl]

That's a great list. Over the years I've accumulated most of them. Most recent acquirement was a combi drill which had 2 batteries with it. Promotional deal. Thanks for this. Very reassuring. My wallet breathed a sigh of relief!

[randomtask]

Mate, just came across your channel and have thoroughly enjoyed your content, simple approach and usage of the metric system!! Just wanted to say your doing a brilliant job and to keep cracking with the channel - thanks for all the videos and commitment so far and I wish you greater success!

[animationcreations]

For entry level cordless tools I'd personally recommend going with LIDL's Parkside range, assuming you're not in any rush since they're usually only in stock a few weeks a year. They have a vast range of tools at really good prices, and have a 3 year warranty.
I have basically their full 20V and 12V range, and can't say a bad thing about them.

[vkman]

This is a good starting list and is pretty much the first tools I bought. But it's only a start and my advice is never struggle or try to improvise with the tools you have - if you need another tool or part to do something, or to make it easier, get it. I have an old property made of really hard, tough bricks, and I spent hours trying to drill a hole with a regular cordless drill and blunted my masonry bits. Then I bought an SDS drill and it was a revelation. When I had to screw cabinets to a wall, I was like a contortionist trying to squeeze my wrist and screwdriver right into the top corner of the cabinet. It was a nightmare, until I went out a bought a long reach screwdriver, and suddenly it was a breeze. Overall the most useful tool I own is a ratchet screwdriver; I rarely use conventional screwdrivers.

[tonyoconnor]

I made two doors for my lean-to from watching your video, last great advice proper DIY. Thank you 🇨🇮👍

[norfolkhall]

Noticed the UK link to the screwdriver set. Only flat and Philips head screwdrivers. Would have thought the majority of screws you are likely to come across in the UK would be Pozidrive. To my knowledge Philips and Pozidrive are not interchangeable.

[bartoncessna]

You suckered me with the intro. I was feeling pleased with myself when I saw I had everything on the table - except for the rubber mallet!! 🤣🤣🤣 Another great vid matey.

[Simon-khdd]

Great video, The only thing I might add is one of those cheap work benches with vice. I spend years on my hands and knees and devising ways to keep whatever I was working on from moving about (money was tight! or was it just me?) I finally bought a light weight folding workbench with a vice. I think it was about £10!!! They are still about for similar money. It was very helpful. I was guilty of a lot of risky "improvisation" and looking back it is a miracle I kept all my fingers!
Stay safe!

[smithy]

As an engineer I’m offended by the recommendation for an adjustable over a set of spanner’s lol
Like a flathead to the heart 💔

[Gerry]

Just found what I need on another of your videos, garden auger! Thanks for that Joe. 👍👍

[duncanmacleod]

I'd have added a small number 4 hand plane, and although technically speaking not a 'tool' I'd also add safety specs /dust masks. I think you'd still be under £100.
By the way, that handsaw will also allow you to mark a 45 degree cut.

[gurdevbrar]

Combi drill, impact driver from Lidl Parkside with 4 ah batteries cost around £80 . Have been using them from last 1 yr also bought the grass trimmer and jigsaw which are good quality too.
That Big hammer drill from Screwfix brand Titan is also a must have.
As a new homeowner I found the evolution circular saw as a must have .
Multi tool from lidl costs only around 20£ and is very handy.
Also Facebook marketplace is a good place to look for tools.