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The No-Guess Toolkit: Interior Design Essentials Every DIYer Should Own
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items If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a blank wall or second-guessing a furniture layout, this toolkit is for you. As an interior designer, I’ve worked with clients at every stage from brand-new homeowners to seasoned DIYers and these are the tool...
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Interior Design Planning Tools: Must-Have Resources to Visualize and Measure Your Space
Interior Styling Tools & Finishing Touches: Designer-Approved Essentials to Elevate Any Space
Interior Design Planning Tools: Must-Have Resources to Visualize and Measure Your Space
Plan your space like a professional with the right tools at your fingertips. This curated collection of interior design planning essentials includes everything you need to measure accurately, sketch layouts, test paint colors, and digitally visualize...
Use: Sketch scaled floor plans by hand
Why I Recommend It: It’s how I start every project. Planning with pen and paper gives you immediate clarity on space.
Why I Recommend It: It’s how I start every project. Planning with pen and paper gives you immediate clarity on space.
Performore Graph Paper Pad Set 2-Pack 8.5" x 11"
Use: Scale drawings to actual dimensions Why I Recommend It: A classic architectural tool. I used this in design school and still use it when doing hand layouts.
Architectural Scale Ruler 12'' Imperial
Use: Take quick, accurate room measurements
Why I Recommend It: Way faster and more accurate than a traditional tape measure, especially when working alone.
Why I Recommend It: Way faster and more accurate than a traditional tape measure, especially when working alone.
BOSCH GBlaze Laser Distance Measure w/ 2 AA
Use: Choose accurate paint colors.
Why I Recommend It: Lighting affects color , this lets you test swatches in your room’s light before painting.
Why I Recommend It: Lighting affects color , this lets you test swatches in your room’s light before painting.
Benjamin Moore Paint Fan Deck
Use: Mark furniture footprints on the floor
Why I Recommend It: This is my secret for testing room layout without moving furniture, it helps visualize spacing in real life.
Why I Recommend It: This is my secret for testing room layout without moving furniture, it helps visualize spacing in real life.
3M ScotchBlue 1.88 In. x 60 Yds. Original Multi-Surface Painter's Tape (3 Rolls) 2090-48EP3
Use: Move heavy items easily.
Why I Recommend It: These save your back and your floors. I use them every time I restyle or stage a space.
Why I Recommend It: These save your back and your floors. I use them every time I restyle or stage a space.
Everbilt 4 in. (3.5 in. Inside) 2-in-1 Furniture Mover (4-Pack)
Use: Hang art, assemble furniture, handle basic repairs.
Why I Recommend It: It’s compact, affordable, and covers all the essentials. I gift this to first-time homebuyers.
Why I Recommend It: It’s compact, affordable, and covers all the essentials. I gift this to first-time homebuyers.
CARTMAN 152-Piece Household Tool Set
Use: Define your personal interior design style.
Why I Recommend It: Before clients buy anything, we go through style discovery. This workbook helps you avoid mismatched choices.
Why I Recommend It: Before clients buy anything, we go through style discovery. This workbook helps you avoid mismatched choices.
The Home Edit Workbook: Contain Chaos
Use: Light up spaces while you style or install.
Why I Recommend It: Great for installs in dim rooms or closets. I’ve used this exact one when styling homes without power or during renos.
Why I Recommend It: Great for installs in dim rooms or closets. I’ve used this exact one when styling homes without power or during renos.
LED Rechargeable Work Light with Clamp
Use: Drill holes, assemble furniture, mount hardware.
Why I Recommend It: This lightweight cordless drill is perfect for DIYers. I use it for everything from installing light fixtures to building IKEA hacks.
Why I Recommend It: This lightweight cordless drill is perfect for DIYers. I use it for everything from installing light fixtures to building IKEA hacks.
RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit with (1) 1.5 Ah Battery and Charger
Use: Level shelves, curtain rods, frames, or furniture Why I Recommend It: I keep one of these in my install kit at all time. it's magnetic and easy to handle for solo projects.
Empire 9 in. Torpedo Level 587-24
Use: Build or modify furniture with invisible joints.
Why I Recommend It: I’ve used this on custom furniture upgrades and ideal for DIYers looking to make high-quality joins.
Why I Recommend It: I’ve used this on custom furniture upgrades and ideal for DIYers looking to make high-quality joins.
Pocket-Hole Jig
Interior Styling Tools & Finishing Touches: Designer-Approved Essentials to Elevate Any Space
Take your space from functional to fabulous with the finishing touches that interior designers swear by. This curated list features essential tools and decorative elements that help you style your home like a pro from hanging artwork and adjusting li...
Use: Easily hang a perfectly spaced gallery wall.
Why I Recommend It: I’ve used this for client installs — it includes templates and hardware so you get a pro finish every time.
Why I Recommend It: I’ve used this for client installs — it includes templates and hardware so you get a pro finish every time.
Gallery Wall Hanging Kit
Use: Scan any object and get a paint match instantly.
Why I Recommend It: I’ve used this to match inspiration from client photos or decor pieces.
Why I Recommend It: I’ve used this to match inspiration from client photos or decor pieces.
COLOR MUSE Colorimeter Paint Color Matching Tool
Use: Helps coordinate fabric choices with wall color and lighting.
Why I Recommend It: I always request swatches before selecting upholstery or curtains. Clients are shocked by how much texture matters.
Why I Recommend It: I always request swatches before selecting upholstery or curtains. Clients are shocked by how much texture matters.
Fcosie Velvet Color Swatches - 40 Colors
Use: Find wall studs for secure hanging.
Why I Recommend It: An essential tool for safely mounting shelves, mirrors, or heavy art. Saves your drywall from costly mistakes.
Why I Recommend It: An essential tool for safely mounting shelves, mirrors, or heavy art. Saves your drywall from costly mistakes.
BLACK+DECKER Line Laser Auto-leveling Stud Finder
Use: Hang frames or small decor without nails.
Why I Recommend It: Ideal for renters or staging, clean removal, no damage. I use these for styling rentals and gallery setups
Why I Recommend It: Ideal for renters or staging, clean removal, no damage. I use these for styling rentals and gallery setups
Command Large, Medium & Small Picture Strips
Use: For small decor DIYs and quick fixes.
Why I Recommend It: Great for styling projects like adding trims, fixing decor, or repurposing small objects.
Why I Recommend It: Great for styling projects like adding trims, fixing decor, or repurposing small objects.
WORKPRO 7.2V Cordless Hot Melt Glue Gun Kit