If you've got a Real Homes magazine subscription, you can find out what the publication believes are the six most essential DIY items and why.
A tape measure is considered to be the most important, as it is "indispensable". It recommends choosing one that has a quality metal tape and a lock.
If you want all surfaces to be perfectly horizontal or vertical, invest in a spirit level.
Real Homes magazine suggests a screwdriver is an unavoidable item as you'll always need to screw something in; it recommends a claw hammer as another essential as you both push nails in and pull them out.
A saw and power drill round off the six. According to the mag, a "good quality drill is a DIYer's essential".
Also in Real Homes magazine, you can check out the publication's top picks for fake Christmas trees for this year's festive season.
If you're after some power tools, various retailers, including Amazon, have special pre-Christmas deals.
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Posted by Rebecca Kehoe