Tools

You've got this!

It's easier than you think!

It’s worth the spend.

This tool kit proves that hammers don’t *have* to be ugly.

It can cut literally anything.

Get to Costco, get your tools (and your $1.50 hot dog and soda combo), and then show us your favorite DIY projects.

And no, it’s not shelving. Or the "as-is" section!

It’s perfect for any project involving a ladder.

This is the chicest screwdriver I’ve ever seen, and it's a DIYer's dream!

They are so important for any home project.

Doors, windows, garages, fireplaces — you name it, we've got a way to keep the cold out.

You’ll reach for it more than you think.

It’s surprisingly handy — and not hard to use, either.

Left your tape measure at home? Try this instead.

This is a home repair essential.

It’s one of the easiest methods.

You don’t even need a receipt.

It has everything I need as a renter.

This tool takes a lot of the sweat out of sweat equity.

Some things from the 1920s hold up; some definitely do not.

Let’s face it: A tool shed is usually all about functional storage, not about being the prettiest spot on a property.

There's a critical step in the process of becoming an official homeowner: experiencing that moment you realize you can’t call your landlord when the toilet stops flushing or your bedroom door knob wiggles out of place.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a DIY novice or even someone whose handiness only goes as far as hanging up a few pictures on the wall; there are some tools that absolutely everyone should have on hand.