Top 10 Toolbox Picks

Our pick of the essential tools, fixings and accessories every trade could benefit from, and where you can buy them from. Spoiler alert: we can help.

1. A handy hammer...

We recommend the Stanley Blue Strike Claw Hammer. Although fully forged and heat treated for ultimate strength, this lightweight number has a tubular shaft so it’s not too heavy. You’ll also find it has a vinyl grip that can withstand oil and most solvents – perfect for busy, sometimes messy jobs.

Fully forged and heat treated for strength and performance
Flock filled vinyl grip impervious to oil and most solvents
Tubular oval shaft combines strength with a lightweight feel

2. The answer to uneven surfaces

Don’t get caught out trying to fix a wonky window or door frames or skew-whiff drylining. While our packing shims might look simple, they’re a life saver for uneven surfaces, helping to fill out gaps for a flush finish. Each pack has a mix of colours, thicknesses and strengths, ranging from light to heavy duty, and you can choose from a pack of 100 or 210. Inexpensive to buy, these handy things are essential to have in your arsenal.

Heavy duty
Wide range of colours and thicknesses available
Cost effective
Simple

3. Don’t make a ratchet

Just buy one from us. Designed for ease, this Stanley Ratchet Multibit Screwdriver has everything you need to make light work of tasks. With a ratcheting mechanism that works forward, reversed or locked, it’s ideal for whatever angle you’re working at, and a patented storage bit houses a range of bits for quick access and security. It also has a rust-proof chrome blade so consider it your best mate on site for years to come.

3 Position ratcheting mechanism
Magnetic bit storage in handle and cap
Tri-lobular handle, bi-material handle for torque and easy grip

4. A class act

No toolbox essentials list would be complete without a Stanley® Measuring Tape. With a Tru-Zero end hook, you can be sure you’re working to accurate dimensions, whether you favour metric or imperial readings. Plus with a smooth forward slide lock and rubber coated comfort, you won’t be sharing this classic with any subbies. Add a 5m or 8m option to your next order.

Metric and imperial reading
Class II accuracy
Forward slide lock provides smooth locking and release
Tru-zero end hook
Rubber coated for comfort and grip

5. The key to a faster job

Work quicker and feel like the James Bond of the furniture construction world with our robust folding Hex Key set. With seven keys ranging from SW 2-8mm, you can literally have all you need for assembly jobs in your pocket.

7 Hex keys
Compact storage
Quick and easy access

6. Never utter the words "where's that bit" again...

Bit Box You won't need to with our ultra-helpful magnetic flat, PZ and PH bit box. Small and compact in a robust storage case and with room for ten bits, it’s the perfect addition to any toolbox – you’ll just wish you’d bought one sooner.

Small, compact size
Case for storage
Universal magnetic holder included

7. Super sealant

Are you even a tradesperson if you haven’t got at least three sealant tubes to hand? Designed for damp and cool rooms like kitchens and bathrooms or any area with extreme fluctuations in temperature, our silicone sealant is available in white and transparent. It has a built in mildew agent, is UV resistant and fast-drying, as well as solvent-free. Definitely one to add to your collection.

Flexible silicone
Permanently elastic once cured
Mildew restraining agent
Solvent free
Fast-drying
UV resistant

8, Super sealant gun

And of course, for sealant you’ll need a sealant gun. Well lucky for you, we sell those too. Solid and simple to use, it can also be used with all your silicone and adhesive tubes.

Simple and easy to use
Solid, metal construction
Suitable for a range of silicone or adhesive tubes

9. Fits like a PU glove

Protect the money makers with these PU coated gloves that are great to have in your toolbox for when you need to guard your hands from certain materials. You can get a range of gloves direct from us, including these PU ones, and all are available in large and extra-large.

PU coated
Fabric wrist material
Elastic wrist section

10. Keeping clean

Our paper wipe roll is perfect for spills, cleaning and clearing up the myth that all tradespeople are untidy. Order a six pack of 125-metre rolls for your van so it’s on hand whenever you need it.