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Tools and Equipment

DIY Tool and Equipment guides, tips and articles, from how to choose the right plasterboard fixings or nails, to the ultimate guide to cordless drills.

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Tools for Creating a Sub-Base

April 9, 2015 DIY Guides driveway, path, sub base

When constructing a driveway, path or patio, the most important step is creating a firm sub-base for the paving or gravel to sit on.

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Tools and Equipment 

Bosch PST 800 PEL 530w Jigsaw

April 8, 2015 DIY Guides

The PST 800 PEL is also very capable cutting in aluminium material up to 12 mm and steel up to 5 mm thick.

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Bosch PSR 18-Volt Cordless Drill/Driver

April 8, 2015 DIY Guides bosch, drill, tools

The PSR 18 cordless drill/driver is a compact and powerful tool for maximum power, whether it be for drilling or screwdriving.

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Guide to Screws and Bolts

April 8, 2015August 23, 2018 DIY Guides materials, nails, screws, tools

There are many different types of screws and bolts available, some for general jobs, and some for very specific DIY

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Storage Solutions from BigDug

February 28, 2015 DIY Guides bigdug, storage

If you are a serious DIY-er like us, you are sure to acumulate all manner of tools, offcuts of wood and tins and jars full of screws and nails. It is always good to have this stuff to hand, ready for the next diy task you undertake.

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The 5 Best 18v Drills Under £100

August 11, 2014August 21, 2018 DIY Guides 18v, drill, tools

Buying a good drill is one of the best investments any diy-er can make. As with most power tools, it is usually best to spend a little bit extra to get a product

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Choosing the Right Hammer

February 21, 2013 DIY Guides hammers, tools

Probably the most common hammertype, the claw hammer is a good general hammer, being versatile and of medium weight.

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Power Drill Accessories

January 23, 2012June 1, 2012 DIY Guides

Your trusty power drill is useful for far more than just drilling holes in timber or walls.

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