Do-it-Yourself Toolkit

Do-it-Yourself Toolkit

Here's a handy list of items that you should have on hand if you plan to do any do-it-yourself projects around your home. These are the basics:

1. Measuring tape, 16-foot metal
2. Picture hangers and wall anchors - for hanging heavy items
3. Glue gun - good for craft projects and repairs
4. All-purpose glue and super glue - for quick repairs
5. Pencil and eraser - for marking measurements, etc.
6. Putty-knife and hole-filling compound
7. Sand sponges - for small sanding jobs they are helpful and re-usable
8. Miscellaneous screws, washers, bolts, and nails
9. Two-foot level - great for making sure you are hanging pictures and mirrors straight
10. Pair of C-clamps - for holding items together that you are glueing
11. Card of thumbtacks - good for temporarily hanging things, etc.
12. Duct and masking tape - repairs and masking trim around walls that you are painting

Other tools to have on hand:

1. Hammer
2. Pliers
3. Adjustable wrench
4. Screwdrivers
5. Electric Drill

With the items on this list you can fix, repair, or create many decorative projects in your home.

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