Keeping your DIY from becoming a DIWHY

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Published Date 1/11/2022

Many home projects start off as a great idea. Save some money while giving your home a personal touch, but many a DIY can quickly become a quagmire for both time and money. Comparing some common must haves from such sites as Simplicity for Design and Do it Yourself, we will go over some common tools, some recommendations, and some honest talk about biting off more then you can chew.

Out of the many power tools you will commonly see recommended, a good cordless drill kit, circular saw and random orbital sander can all provide great value for money spent. Typically these three power tools can see you through many home projects without you needing to run out and buy another gadget.

They do have alternatives. For example a table saw can replace a circular saw in many instances, and for some it may just be a better overall choice if they have the room. Its important to look at what a tool does and weigh what you can afford, what you can fit and what you have patience for. Manual screwdrivers and drills can replace an electric kit, but that doesn’t mean you want to put up with them for a big project.

Additional items that can go a long way towards saving some sanity: a good level, tape measures and the undisputed king of helping a solo project, clamps. Duct tape should already be sitting in a drawer but a few more things like a good carpenter’s square, some pencils and a few good wrenches can go a long way in preventing project hang ups. A lot of smaller tools you can pick up over time so always try and keep an eye towards versatility. It can be great to have a corner clamp that helped you build that one box that one time, but was it really worth it when you had to go buy some regular clamps a few months later?

Safety is one area you should never compromise on. Eye, ear, and hand protection are a must if you are going to be using power tools of any type. You should never underestimate just how loud a tool can be when you are working in an enclosed space. It’s always a good idea to make sure your safety equipment is easily available and well maintained. If you don’t think you can do something safely, don’t do it. Research and ask for help but don’t personally test just how dangerous some tools can be.

DIY projects can save plenty of money and sometimes the work itself can be a reward. Your project can make for a good story or just give you peace of mind. DIY can also be hard, time consuming, dangerous, and frustrating. Always research a project before you start buying the materials for it, don’t hesitate to peruse YouTube, ask some friends or even just go to your local hardware store and talk to the employees. As the saying goes, measure twice and cut once. Don’t let your DIY project become a DIWHY.

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