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Handyman's picks

Kit we actually use.

Buying something for us to fit? These are the products our team trusts — tried, tested and easy to install.

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Amazon UK best-sellers we rate

Some of the most-bought home and DIY items on Amazon UK right now — and ones we'd happily use ourselves.

Battery video doorbell

The UK's top-selling DIY item. No wiring needed — we can fit it in minutes.

Command picture hanging strips

Hang frames without drilling — perfect for renters.

Self-adhesive heavy-duty hooks

Towels, coats and utensils, no screws or holes.

Surge-protected extension lead

Safer for TVs, computers and chargers than a basic lead.

Kidde carbon monoxide alarm

A best-selling CO alarm with a long-life sealed battery.

Nitrile work gloves

Keeps hands clean for messy jobs like sealant, drains and painting.

Get your home ready for winter

Cheap fixes that cut draughts, heating bills and the risk of frozen pipes.

Self-adhesive draught excluder strip

Seals gaps round doors and windows — one of the cheapest ways to feel warmer.

Letterbox & door draught brush

Stops the cold blast through the front door.

Radiator reflector foil

Bounces heat back into the room from radiators on outside walls.

Pipe lagging / insulation

Protects pipes in lofts, garages and under-floor spaces from freezing.

Damp & humidity monitor

Spots condensation problems before mould appears.

TV mounting & hanging

Buy these before we visit and we'll have them up in no time.

Tilting TV wall bracket (32–65")

Our go-to for most living rooms. Check your TV's VESA size first.

Full-motion TV bracket

For corners or when you want to swivel the screen.

Cable tidy trunking

Hides the wires below a wall-mounted TV.

Heavy-duty picture hanging kit

Proper hooks and wire for mirrors and large frames.

Home safety & security

Small upgrades that make a big difference — especially for landlords.

Police-approved key safe

Lets carers, cleaners or tradespeople in without leaving a key out.

Interlinked smoke & heat alarms

Required in Scottish homes. Sealed 10-year battery models are easiest.

Carbon monoxide alarm

Needed wherever there's a gas boiler, fire or cooker.

Video doorbell

See who's at the door from your phone.

Bathroom & plumbing

What we use to keep baths, showers and taps leak-free.

Anti-mould bathroom silicone

Stays white for longer around baths and showers.

Tap washer & O-ring kit

Fixes most dripping taps for pennies.

Drain unblocker & plunger

Try this first before calling anyone for a slow sink.

Mould & mildew remover spray

Clears black spots on grout and sealant before they spread.

Radiator bleed key

Cold at the top? Ten minutes with one of these usually fixes it.

Child safety

Things we fit every week for families with little ones.

Screw-fit stair gate

The only safe type for the top of the stairs.

Banister fitting kit

Lets you fit a stair gate to banisters without damage.

Furniture anti-tip straps

Stops wardrobes and drawers toppling over.

Every home's toolbox

A few basics so you can handle the tiny jobs yourself.

Cordless drill driver

The one power tool every home should have.

Spirit level

For shelves and pictures that sit straight.

Wall plug & screw assortment

The right fixing for plasterboard, brick and block.

Filler & decorator's caulk

Patches small holes and cracks before painting.

WD-40 multi-use spray

Squeaky hinges, sticking locks, stiff bolts — the classic fix.

Stud & cable detector

Find studs, pipes and live cables before you drill.

LED bulbs multipack

Swap old bulbs once and cut lighting costs for years.

Lighting & electrical

Fittings and gadgets we install all the time — buy the one you like and we'll wire it in.

LED flush ceiling light

Bright, slim and cheap to run. A quick swap for an old pendant.

Smart plugs (4-pack)

Put lamps and heaters on a timer or switch them from your phone.

LED-compatible dimmer switch

Stops LED bulbs flickering and buzzing on old dimmers.

Double socket with USB ports

Charge phones without hunting for a plug. Fits a standard back box.

Plug-in socket tester

Checks a socket is wired correctly in seconds.

Motion-sensor stair & cupboard lights

Stick-on, rechargeable and no wiring — great for landings and wardrobes.

Kitchen & appliances

Getting a new washing machine, dishwasher or cooker? Have these ready for the fit.

Washing machine anti-vibration pads

Stops the machine walking across the floor on a spin.

Washing machine hose extension

When the new machine's hoses don't quite reach the valves.

Dishwasher waste & valve kit

Tap connector and waste spigot for plumbing in a dishwasher.

Cooker stability bracket

Stops a freestanding cooker tipping forward. Required on many installs.

Under-cabinet LED strip lights

Lights the worktop properly. Plug-in kits need no electrician.

Stainless sink strainers

Catches food before it blocks the trap — the cheapest plumbing fix there is.

Decorating & touch-ups

For a clean finish when you're freshening up a room or getting a flat ready to let.

FrogTape painter's tape

Crisp, bleed-free lines on skirting and ceilings.

Dust sheets

Protects floors and furniture. Cotton twill lasts for years.

Paint roller & tray set

Everything you need to paint a room in one box.

Stain block primer

Covers water marks and smoke stains so they don't show through.

Sanding sponges

Smooths filler and old paint without leaving scratches.

Ready-mixed multi-purpose filler

Fills screw holes and dents straight from the tub.

Shelves, blinds & storage

The things we're most often asked to put up. Pick your style and we'll hang it level.

Bay window curtain pole

Bendable, joinable pole with finials that follows the shape of a bay. We can fit it for you.

Floating shelves

Clean look with hidden brackets. Needs a solid fixing, so ask us to fit it.

Heavy-duty shelf brackets

For books, records and anything weighty.

Blackout roller blind

Better sleep and a warmer room. Measure the recess before ordering.

Extendable curtain pole

Fits most windows. Choose one with a centre bracket for wide spans.

Over-door hooks

Instant storage for coats, towels and dressing gowns, no drilling.

Garage & shed wall storage rail

Gets bikes, ladders and garden tools off the floor.

Doors, locks & handles

Upgrades for doors that look tired, stick, or aren't as secure as they should be.

Lever door handles on rose

A quick way to modernise every door in the house.

Anti-snap euro cylinder lock

Insurers recommend these for uPVC and composite doors.

Window locks

Keeps windows secure and child-safe.

Door stops

Saves handles from punching holes in your walls.

Self-closing door hinges

Pulls fire and kitchen doors shut on their own.

Flooring

Laying a new floor? These are the extras people forget to buy.

Laminate underlay

Quieter, warmer floors. Pick one with a built-in damp-proof layer.

Laminate fitting kit

Tapping block, pull bar and spacers for tight joins.

Door threshold strips

Neat finish where the new floor meets the next room.

Scotia beading

Covers the expansion gap at the skirting.

Felt furniture pads

Stops chairs scratching your new floor.

Garden & outdoor

Small jobs that make the outside of your home safer and easier to look after.

Solar security lights

Motion-activated and no wiring. Perfect for paths and side gates.

LED PIR floodlight

Bright mains floodlight for driveways. We can fit it for you.

Weatherproof padlock

For sheds, gates and bike stores.

Outside tap cover

Stops the outside tap freezing and splitting in a Scottish winter.

Gutter guard brush

Keeps leaves out of gutters so they don't overflow.

Bought it? We'll fit it.

Brackets, key safes, alarms, stair gates, shelves — tell us what you've got and we'll give you a fixed price to install it.

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