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I stock my toolkit with these 10 DIY gadgets (and they're all I need)


Gearing up for a busy home improvement season? I use these tools every day and recommend them to any handyman.

Between the two types of tools, these give me the ability to work with all sorts of fasteners, from nuts and bolts (this is where the adjustable wrench shines) to plumbing fixtures (the forte of the water pump pliers). I buy blades and fit them into handles that I've 3D printed (again, like tape measures, utility knives have a habit of wandering off), or I use scissors instead ( medical trauma shears are perfect). This adhesive will work on a variety of surfaces, from glass, ceramics, plastics, rubbers and more, creating a tough, long-lasting bond in seconds -- just don't get it on your hands like I've done in the above photo (maybe wear some gloves!

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