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        Stud Finder

        Tiling

        Whether it's a backsplash, bathroom floor or shower wall, the required tools are as follows:

        • Speed square
        • Safety glasses
        • Tile cutter
        • Nipper
        • Rotary tool
        • Jamb saw
        • Notched trowel
        • Rubber gloves
        • Grout float
        • Sponge
        • Acrylic sealer

        Painting

        It is one of the simplest household projects, but having these materials on hand is essential to doing it right the first time:

        • Spackling compound and putty knife
        • Drop cloth
        • Safety glasses
        • Painters hat
        • Painters tape
        • Paint can opener
        • Stir stick
        • Sponge brush
        • Paint brush
        • Paint roller
        • Telescoping roller handle
        • Painters rags

        Demolition

        Tearing down a wall is great for working out pent-up frustrations. You have to have these supplies around to do it correctly, though:

        • Reciprocating saw
        • Circular saw
        • Rotary/jack hammers
        • Cordless drill
        • Angle grinder
        • Air cleaner
        • Hand Tools
        • Bars
        • Pliers, Nippers and Snips

        General Home Repairs

        Here are some fundamental items that every garage or work area should house:

        • Hammer
        • Combination square
        • Handsaw
        • Sandpaper and sponge
        • Hacksaw
        • Adjustable wrenches
        • Pencil or marker
        • Tape measure
        • Stud finder
        • Utility knife
        • Allen wrenches
        • Flashlight
        • Candles
        • Cordless driver
        • Pry bar
        • Clamping and locking pliers
        • Gloves
        • Safety goggles

        General Home Repair Products from Home Depot

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