Pro-Recommended Gear

Tools & Supplies

Every item on this page is hand-picked by licensed trade professionals on the DIY Lion platform — chosen for quality, value, and reliability on real job sites.

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Power Tools
6 items
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DeWalt
20V MAX Drill/Driver Combo Kit
The go-to drill for every project type. Brushless motor, 2 batteries included. Fits 95% of all DIY project needs.
BathroomDeckFlooring
Earns 3%
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Essential
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Ryobi
18V Circular Saw
Best value circular saw for DIYers. Cuts lumber, plywood, and trim with precision. Lightweight and easy to control.
DeckFramingFlooring
Earns 3%
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Milwaukee
M18 Cordless Brad Nailer
No compressor needed. Perfect for trim, crown molding, and finish carpentry. Consistent depth every time.
TrimCrown MoldingCloset
Earns 3%
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Best Value
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Bosch
Random Orbit Sander
Smooth any surface before painting or staining. Low vibration, dust bag included. Essential for finish work.
PaintingDeckFlooring
Earns 3%
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DeWalt
Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit
The most versatile tool in any DIYer's kit. Cuts, sands, scrapes in tight spaces no other tool can reach.
BathroomDrywallFlooring
Earns 3%
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Ryobi
18V Cordless Jig Saw
Cut curves, notches, and irregular shapes. Required for cabinet cutouts, countertops, and custom trim work.
KitchenCabinetsTrim
Earns 3%
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Hand Tools
6 items
Essential
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Stanley
25ft FatMax Tape Measure
The most used tool on any project. Wide blade stays rigid at 11ft extended. Every homeowner needs one.
All Projects
Earns 3%
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Klein Tools
11-in-1 Screwdriver Set
One handle — 11 tips. Covers every screw type on every project. Used by electricians and plumbers daily.
All Projects
Earns 3%
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Empire
48-inch True Blue Level
Every shelf, cabinet, and tile install needs a level. Magnetic base, 3 vials, accurate to 0.0005 in/in.
BathroomKitchenFlooring
Earns 3%
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Irwin
Utility Knife + 50 Extra Blades
Cuts drywall, flooring, caulk, and more. Replace blades often — sharp is safe.
DrywallFlooringAll Projects
Earns 3%
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Best Value
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Estwing
20oz Framing Hammer
Made in the USA. One-piece steel construction. The last hammer you will ever need to buy.
FramingDeckGeneral
Earns 3%
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Werner
6ft Fiberglass Step Ladder
250lb rated. Non-conductive — safe for electrical work. Wide steps with tool tray. Every home needs one.
PaintingElectricalAll Projects
Earns 3%
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Safety Equipment
4 items
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3M
Safety Glasses — 3 Pack
Required on every DIY Lion plan. Anti-scratch, anti-fog coating. Your pros insist — no exceptions.
All Projects
Earns 4%
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Essential
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Mechanix Wear
Original Work Gloves
Used by NASCAR mechanics and construction pros. Protects hands without losing dexterity. Buy two pairs.
All Projects
Earns 4%
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3M
N95 Respirator — 10 Pack
Required for drywall sanding, painting, and demo work. Filters 95% of airborne particles. Do not skip this.
DrywallDemoPainting
Earns 4%
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CLC Custom Leathercraft
Contractor Kneepads
Hours on tile or concrete will destroy your knees. Gel padding, adjustable straps, non-marring caps.
FlooringBathroomTile
Earns 4%
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Paint Supplies
4 items
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Purdy
XL Series Paint Roller Kit
The roller pros actually use. Holds more paint, fewer drips, better finish than budget rollers. Complete kit.
PaintingAll Rooms
Earns 3%
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Purdy
2.5" Angular Trim Brush
Cut clean lines at corners, trim, and ceiling edges. The angled tip gives control no roller can match.
PaintingTrim
Earns 3%
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Essential
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ScotchBlue
Painter's Tape Multi-Pack
14-day clean removal. Protects trim, windows, and outlets. Buy more than you think you need.
PaintingAll Rooms
Earns 3%
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Hyde Tools
5-in-1 Painter's Tool
Opens paint cans, cleans rollers, scrapes, and hammers nail holes. Every painter carries one in their back pocket.
Painting
Earns 3%
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Measuring & Layout
4 items
Pro Pick
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Bosch
Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser
Projects a perfectly level line across any room. Eliminates guesswork on tile, cabinets, and shelving installs.
TileKitchenBathroom
Earns 3%
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Bosch
Digital Laser Distance Measure
Measure rooms in seconds to ±1/16in accuracy. Calculate area automatically. No more solo tape measuring.
All Projects
Earns 3%
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Essential
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Irwin
Chalk Line Reel — 100ft
Snap perfectly straight lines across floors and walls for tile layout and flooring. Old school but irreplaceable.
FlooringTileFraming
Earns 3%
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Franklin Sensors
ProSensor 710 Stud Finder
Finds studs, edges, and live wires simultaneously. No false positives. Required before any wall mounting or drywall work.
DrywallCabinetsElectrical
Earns 3%
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