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Suppose you are someone who likes to take matter into your own hands and do whatever needs to be done in your home yourself, instead of calling in a pro. In that case, there are a few things it would be useful for you to have around the house which will enable you to spring into action and start making repairs and improvements whenever you need to…

1. Wood Screws: The Tiny Titans of Home Repair

Sure, nails can be satisfying to hammer into place, but when it comes to secure and long-lasting fixes, wood screws are the MVPs. They keep shelves steady, furniture legs firmly attached, and won’t wiggle free with the first sign of vibration (looking at you, rowdy housemates). Keep a small assortment of sizes handy. Once you discover their near-magical hold, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.

2. A Good Multi-Tool: MacGyver Would Approve

If you’re the type who only wants to reach into one drawer, grab one gadget, and fix literally anything, a multi-tool is your new best friend. It’s got pliers, screwdrivers, blades, maybe even a bottle opener—because after a day of home repairs, you’ve earned that celebratory beverage. Keep one in the kitchen, toss one in the glove box, and maybe slip one into your weekend backpack too. You never know when a loose hinge, a stripped screw, or a beer bottle without a twist-off top might need some attention.

3. Painter’s Tape: More Than Just Pretty Lines

Painter’s tape isn’t just for the neat freaks who insist on crisp paint lines (though it’s pretty great for that). It’s also perfect for temporary labels, holding lightweight items in place while you measure, or even baby-proofing sharp edges in a pinch. Plus, when you peel it off, it won’t bring your wall’s dignity with it. Trust me, once you start using painter’s tape, you’ll find 101 ways to make life easier.

4. WD-40: The “Stop Squeaks and Stickiness” Miracle

If you want your hoe to be silent as a monetary, then it is a really good idea to have a can of WD-40 always on hand, so you can spray those squeaky door hinges, and creaking garage doors. It is, of course. Also good for loosening sticking doors and cupboards, lubricating window tracks, and losing tight screws too. It’s a bit of an all-rounder on the quiet!

5. Sandpaper: So Smooth, So Satisfying

When that new table has a splintery edge, or you need to prep a surface before painting, sandpaper steps up to the plate. Grab a few sheets in different grits—coarse for quick removal and fine for silky finishes. It’s one of those underrated items that, once you have it, you’ll wonder how you managed to live so “rough” before.

6. Zip Ties: Because Chaos Needs Containment

Cables snaking around your TV console, bicycle baskets that need a little reinforcement, or a makeshift fix for a loose kitchen drawer handle—zip ties have got you covered. They’re strong, cheap, and beyond useful for taming the madness lurking behind your electronics or holding that wobbly piece in place until you find a more permanent solution.

Here’s to a handier home!