Beginner's toolset for DIY projects

DIY home decor projects are fun, practical solutions to your household needs. Designing and improving your living space is a form of self-expression, and taking matters into your own hands can be even more fulfilling. There are so many inspiring DIY projects and stories out there, so how do you get started?

There's so much to love about DIY, but first you need the right tools to lay the foundation for your projects. With product protection, you can make sure not only your DIY tools are covered, but also all the materials you need. Mulberry Unlimited provides protection for all your purchases under the same plan, all for less than the monthly price of your favorite streaming service. There are never any deductibles or hidden fees, and you'll always get unlimited coverage.

What are the benefits of DIY? 

Starting DIY projects at home can have positive effects beyond the fact that necessary repairs are being made, or that your home looks nicer. For the person completing the projects, they may see benefits in the form of:

Positive effects on mental health

Having a hobby and dedicating your time to projects that you see through from beginning to end can be a great stress reliever and bring joy to your daily life.

Learning new skills

The hands-on nature of DIY means that you will have to learn new tricks and skills that you may not have had before. This can help you problem solve and get involved with manual processes that will challenge you intellectually.

Being creative

Express your own vision and develop new ideas by executing unlikely projects or using materials in surprising ways.

Saving money

Repurposing and reusing items you already own can help you stop spending money on things you don’t need, and is a more sustainable way to live overall.

Three tools you need to get started

If you're new to the world of DIY and have no idea how to get started, you'll need a bundle of tools that allow you to engage in various projects, including piecing together all the hardware involved and pulling apart existing structures to rebuild them according to your vision. These three core purchases re a great place to start:

• Husky toolbox. This brand offers various shapes, sizes, and price points for toolboxes that can store all of your DIY supplies. If you're just beginning, you may want the small parts organizer, or rolling system. If you’re an experienced and long-term maker, you may want to invest in a larger rolling cabinet system that even has a work surface on the top.
• Tool set. You’ll need a range of practical tools like hammers, wrenches, tape measurers, and screw drivers in order to tackle most projects. When you're starting out, the most convenient option is to get a tool kit that includes most of these fundamentals. Some options like the Stanley Home Tool Kit or the DeWALT tool kit are good go-to items.
• Electric drill. To avoid wasting time having to manually screw in items, an electric drill is essential. Plus, it can complete tasks a manual screwdriver cannot. Stick with brands like DeWALT or Milwaukee for reliable tools when picking one out.

Where can you find inspiration? 

So, you want to start working on something inspiring, but you don’t have any idea where to begin? Thankfully, there are a lot of resources out there and ways of getting inspiration for your first project. We recommend searching through platforms like the following to find your next project:

• Pinterest
• Etsy Journal
• DIY Inspired

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