Bringing your tool box into the 21st century

If you’re an experienced DIY expert and have been a handyman for a number of years, it may be worth considering a few upgrades to your toolbox. It’s important to have tools that resemble the age we now live in, especially with more power tools and tech gadgets on the market.

Your old, reliable tools may be effective in getting the job done, but there are perhaps tools out there that can complete a task quicker than ever before.

Tools for any job

There a few tools that are an absolute essential for your toolbox which have been around for a long time. Having the right equipment to hand means you can tackle almost any essential job around the house with ease.

Screwdrivers are a must-have and are commonly used with electronics, mechanics, woodworking and metal work. There are specific types of screwdriver that are best suited to certain applications, but upgrading to an electric screwdriver will certainly help you get things done faster, enhancing efficiency and leaving you with less of a strain.

Traditional handsaws are great for joiners and carpenters, thanks to their large blades and sturdy handles. However, they require a lot of manual labour from the individual using it. Upgrading to a power saw will save you a lot of time and effort, and will likely produce a cleaner finish to your work.

High-tech DIY tools

We’ve listed a few of our favourite high-tech tools and gadgets to add to your toolbox, helping to make your home improvement tasks a walk in the park.

Magnetic drill bits

If you usually struggle to move large pieces of metal and steel into position to drill accurately, why not upgrade to magnetic drill bits? As they’re portable, you can easily take the drill to the material you’re working on. They cut faster, last longer and produce a neater finish compared to a standard metal drill.

Walabot DIY in-wall imager

This hand-held scanner connects directly to an Android device via USB to help you easily locate studs, beams, metal piping and electrical wires in your walls. It’s an excellent device that provides you with the confidence to drill into your walls without the fear of puncturing something important.

Colour Muse

This nifty tool is a great gadget when it comes to refreshing the colours of your walls. The Colour Muse is shaped the size of compact lipstick and is used to identify the colour of your walls with more than 90% accuracy. It allows users to get the exact shade they need to give their walls a new lease of life.