16 Cool DIY Tools

This is how you cut ropes, webbing and cords, safely and securely. Tighten the screws to hold the line in place, then use the T-piece handle to get a firm grip, even while wearing gloves.

Available at Nammu-Tech.io

Bahco has been in the business since 1886, so you can trust its hand tools. Made from a high-performance, anti-corrosion treated alloy steel, this adjustable wrench comes with a lifetime warranty. 

Available at LabourAndWait.co.uk

Baton’s small-but-mighty flashlight has a top runtime of 190 days, so it’ll be next year before you have to go scavenging for batteries again. It's useful for camping too, as it can charge your phone in a pinch.

Available at OlightStore.uk

They are made for camping pegs, but copper hammers are good for at-home jobs too. They are non-sparking, resistant to corrosion, designed to have changeable heads – when worn out – and deliver softer blows so you won’t risk damaging your finished work.

Available at TheEpicentre.co.uk

An oldie but a goodie, Craftsmen’s Scratch Remover can improve the appearance of all woods and scuffed leather. 

Available at DykeAndDean.com

This toolbox organiser doubles as a grab-and-go caddy – perfect for jobs that require multiple tools.

Available at EndClothing.com
 

Organisation is the key to stress-free DIY sessions. This wall hanger keeps all your tools in easy reach.

Available at EndClothing.com

Old school and cool, this cantilever toolbox is a must for up-and-coming DIYers who want to be taken seriously. Its multiple compartments keep everything accessible.

Available at LabourAndWait.co.uk

Thanks to the extra-wide stance of the frame, this ladder is much steadier than your average. The welded (not riveted) double rungs are easy on the feet and offer further stability. 

Available at Niwaki.com

Like looking for a nail in a nail drawer… Stay on top of everything with this handy cabinet – its mish-mash of drawer sizes means it can accommodate all the essentials.

Available at Amazon.co.uk

You never know when the mood to DIY may strike you. This pocket-sized screwdriver set will come in handy if you notice a loose screw on the hoof. It’s also good for tackling more delicate jobs involving electronics, jewellery or other smaller items.

Available at LabourAndWait.co.uk

Made from a heavy duty canvas, with taped seams and riveted handles, this is a bag you can trust to hold all your weighty tools.

Available at LabourAndWait.co.uk

We’ve all taken the wrong measurements, even with a tape measure. This instrument height meter accurately measures height or prism height – with no calculation necessary.

Available at G2Survey.com

Your grandfather’s doctor used to have a holdall like this. And no wonder – Niwaki’s leather bag can take whatever you need for any job within the home or garden. 

Available at Niwaki.com

This heat-treated stainless steel torque driver is made for precision work. It can help prevent damage to fasteners or fragile materials, and ensures torques are tightened to the correct level.

Available at Metmo.co.uk

A work box or caddy can be handy if you are on a DIY spree and need to keep all your tools at your side. This one is more compact than many, making it ideal for smaller jobs and finishing touches. 

Available at WellWorking.co.uk