Basic DIY equipment - tools, clothing & co.

A small toolbox should not be missing in any household. We will help you find out which practical hand tools belong in your house or apartment.

Every day, many small handicraft tasks await us in the household. Whether it's setting up the new IKEA shelf, putting a picture on the wall, changing the batteries in the toy or venting the heating. As you can see, a lot of things come together quickly. However, such small things do not require a craftsman, but can be easily managed by any "do-it-yourselfer" with a minimum of tools.

With the right tools, you will not only be finished faster, but you will also work more safely and cleanly to achieve a perfect end result.

The must-haves for the basic equipment of a do-it-yourselfer

We offer you a wide range of high-quality tools in our online store. To make it easier for you to choose the right tool, here is a short list of the things that are absolutely essential in a household:

Screwdriver

For us, the No.1 which should not be missing in any household, because there is something to screw everywhere. A good screwdriver set has already helped the one or the other do-it-yourselfer enormously. It is important to choose a set where all sizes and tips are included to be covered as broadly as possible in the various screw cases.

Cutter knife

cutter knife

The cutter knife serves as an all-purpose tool for every home and craftsman and is suitable for painting or tiling, among other things. The sharp metal guide makes it easy to cut a wide variety of materials. Once the blade is blunt, you can cut off the worn components at the predetermined breaking point.

Hammer

The hammer is one of the most important tools of all. Put a nail on the wall without a hammer? Unthinkable. We offer, for example, a rubber mallet or a tile hammer 2-K handle with HM tip. This wide variety of designs will help you find a perfect hammer for your project.

Folding rule

Will the closet fit in the corner? Is the bed too wide? Such questions can be easily solved with a folding rule. To be able to measure something, folding rulers are irreplaceable not only for do-it-yourselfers, but definitely belong in every household.

Spirit level

spirit level

Is the picture really hanging straight? A sense of proportion can be good, but it's still better to check. We recommend our spirit level for this. Vertical and horizontal measurements make it versatile.

Handsaw

Remove small branches in the garden or make boards fit? Then a saw should definitely not be missing. In our store we offer our hand jigsaw for powerful, fast sawing. This saw is suitable e.g. for construction timber or chipboard.

Allen key set

This tool is especially interesting for assembling and disassembling furniture. Due to its ease of use, it is really suitable for everyone and does not require a lot of force.

Pliers

pliers

With a Rabitz pliers, for example, nails can be easily pulled out or wire can be cut. Such pliers are indispensable for everyday use. For larger, manual tasks, you will find in addition to the nippers also other high-quality pliers that are useful, for example, for the processing of tiles.

Cordless screwdriver

Building furniture with a screwdriver can sometime be quite on the hand and takes time. How about the cordless screwdriver? Meanwhile, this is also available in different sizes and thus ensures easy and fast handling.

Hot glue gun

This tool is gladly used by the do-it-yourselfer. It is versatile and is suitable not only for repairs, but also for handicrafts and decorative work.

Consumables

In addition to the tool, of course, it also needs various consumables. These include, for example:

• Nails in different widths and heights
• dowels, screws and nuts in the most important sizes
• Insulating tape
• Fabric adhesive tape

Using tools safely

Accidents can happen quickly, even when handling tools. That's why it's important to choose the right protection. A blue thumb, dust in the eye or earache are only the lesser evil if you do not protect yourself properly when handling tools.

What must not be missing?

Gloves

Solid gloves protect your hands from cuts caused by sharp edges and also blisters on the hands do not occur so quickly. However, when sawing or drilling, it is safer to take off your gloves, as they could be pulled into the machine.

Safety goggles

safety goggles

Safety goggles prevent flying particles and chips from getting into the eye. They also provide useful protection against sparks.

Hearing protection

When working with tools, it can quickly become noisy. Drilling into the wall or hitting a nail can irritate the sensitive ears of humans. For this reason, it makes sense to wear hearing protection. This can be ear muffs or ear plugs.

Knee pads

Working on the ground puts enormous strain on the knees. Knee pads are recommended to prevent health problems and to make work easier.

Cheap or expensive?

Tools should last for many years, so we recommend not to save on the price. Because here also applies: Who buys cheap, buys twice. Cheap tools are noisier, break more quickly and dull easily. Whether cheap or expensive, the tool should be maintained after each use. This not only ensures safe working, but also that it lasts longer.

If you still have questions, we are happy to help!

We wish you success

the team from Alles zum Fliesen