There’s one major reason some people are put off by DIY – Fear of something going wrong, that the result won’t be as good as a professional job, or just the fear that comes with trying something new. So we’ll let you into a secret, decorating is just common sense and if you read all the instructions on each product, and make sure you use the right decorating tools, there’s no reason why you won’t be able to do as good a job as anyone else. Take a look at the essential decorating tools you need when redecorating your home.

Dust Sheets – It doesn’t matter whether you’re going to be plastering, wallpapering or painting, you are going to need a dust sheet. Usually these are fabric or plastic sheets that are designed to cover up furniture, carpets or anything else that you want to stay clean while you are decorating. You will be able to buy them individually and in packs, One helpful tip is to secure them in place with masking tape.

Paste Tray – If you’re planning to re-wallpaper a room, one of the wallpapering tools you definitely need is a paste tray. Often they’re made of plastic and are long and wide enough to spread a layer of paste in that you can then apply to walls or wallpaper.

Sharp Knife – Another really essential wallpaper tool to have is a sharp knife. The best kind to use is a retractable knife that you can keep in your pocket or tool belt. They’re needed to make sure you get a clean cut when scoring off excess paper when the roll is laid.

Brushes & Rollers – When you’re wallpapering or painting, you need a brush or a roller. Pasting brushes are designed to help you get an even layer of paste onto the wallpaper or wall. Soft wallpaper brushes are perfect for ensuring there’s no trapped air left to cause bubbles in wallpaper. Painting brushes are available in a range of bristle thicknesses and materials to make sure you get a clear, even layer of paint whether you’re applying an undercoat, gloss or matte paint.

Scorers & Scrapers – Zinsser tools are designed to make a whole range of decorating tasks easier. Specialist wallpaper removing tools like scorers and scrapers help you remove old layers of wallpaper to give you a smooth wall to start decorating onto. They also offer an specialist concrete wallpaper stripper to make that difficult job easier.

Whatever DIY job you are undertaking, buy the right tools and you can banish your DIY fears.