DIY: you either love it or you hate it. For those who aren’t the biggest fans of getting their hands dirty, knowing what gifts to get for their DIY-mad loved ones can be difficult.
Not anymore. Here at Halfords, we have many great gift ideas that will make working through your Christmas shopping list much easier.
Below are our top 10 picks for those who love DIY.
Halfords Advanced 150 Piece Socket & Spanner Set
First up is the perfect all-rounder – this 150-piece socket and spanner set isn’t too big, big still has everything a DIY enthusiast might want for their tinkering. Our Halfords Advanced sets are engineered by professionals to give you great-quality tools for less, so they’re packed full of great features.
The ratchet spanners include Surface Drive Plus, which delivers up to 28% more torque before rounding. Plus, any gift from our Halfords Advanced range will keep on giving thanks to the lifetime warranty!
Halfords Advanced Screwdriver Bit and Set
Those who pride themselves on precise, quality work need tools built for the job, and you won’t find many better than the Halfords Advanced Screwdriver and Bit Set.
All of the screwdrivers are high-quality with comfort grip handles for greater torque. They’re also incredibly durable with notched metal rods that go deep into the handle, making them less likely to come loose.
Backing up this durability, all Halfords Advanced tools come with a lifetime guarantee – making the Advanced Screwdriver and Bit Set a gift for life.
Modular trays
Buying for a fussy family member? Why not take out the guesswork with a gift that slots right into their current kit.
Our modular tool trays give you ultimate customizability to build your own tool chest, specific to your needs. Each of our modular trays is designed to fit perfectly within the draws of our tool chests, so you’ll have a nice snug fit with no weird gaps for tools to get lost in.
From plier sets to extension bars, adjustable wrenches to files, there’s something to complete every DIY-er’s setup.
Halfords 50 Piece ¼” & 3/8” Drive Metric Socket Set
One for those who spend lots of time working on their car, the Halfords 50 Piece ¼” and 3/8” Drive Metric Socket Set is a great gift for Christmas.
The 72-tooth ratchet requires as little as 5 degrees of movement to turn a fastener, and the wide range of sockets (from 4 to 19mm) are made from long-lasting chrome alloy steel.
The set also includes spark plug sockets for everyday vehicle maintenance and comes in a robust carry case.
With a two-year guarantee, the set will be a great addition to any DIY enthusiast’s garage.
Halfords 3 Drawer Metal Portable Tool Chest
While our tool collections may start off modest, they quickly grow and storing all our tools can become difficult. If you know someone with more tools than space to store them, they need the Halfords 3 Drawer Metal Portable Tool Chest.
Designed and engineered for DIY enthusiasts, each drawer has a 9kg load rating so that there’s plenty of space for every tool. The top compartment is great for frequently used tools and each of the drawers lock when the lid is closed, making it easy and safe to transport.
Halfords 5 Drawer Cabinet
For those who have too many tools to count, something larger may be needed.
The Halfords 5 Drawer Cabinet not only stores tools but also keeps them safe. With a 25kg load rating per drawer, there is enough space for plenty of weighty tools. For that added convenience, every drawer is also designed to fit our range of Halfords Advanced modular tray sets.
Then, for that added security, the whole cabinet is fully lockable. A great gift for storing and protecting tools this Christmas, and one that’ll test your wrapping skills too!
Halfords 186 Piece Maintenance Tool Kit
The ultimate gift for home mechanics, the Halfords Maintenance Tool Kit contains 186 tools commonly required to complete a range of basic mechanical jobs on your vehicle.
A wide range of 12-point standard sockets (from 4 to 19mm) and deep sockets (from 8 to 17mm) mean that you’ll be well-equipped to tackle a large number of mechanical jobs.
A range of other tools such as combination spanners, pliers, screwdrivers, and hex and torx keys make this set an ideal solution for anyone looking to complete jobs on their vehicle, as well as around the garage and home.
Halfords 5 Piece Lifting Kit
For budding mechanics, actually getting underneath your car can be a struggle without the right kit. Treat them to an easier repair with the Halfords 5 Piece Lifting Kit – they’ll have everything they need to raise their vehicle safely and work underneath it.
They’ll get a trolley jack, 2 axle stands, a wheel wrench, a car creeper, and 2 folding wheel chocks to make at-home repairs simple. The axle stands can hold up to 2 tonnes as a pair, meaning plenty of support for the vehicle.
Halfords Advanced 8-Piece Screwdriver Set
This handy little kit is perfect for on-the-go, or even as a gift for a younger loved one to start off their collection. This 8-Piece Screwdriver Set is colour-coded to minimise the amount of time you spend scrabbling for the right tool.
Each tip is magnetised to hold screws in place easily, and the ergonomic handles give you more torque and more comfort. Plus, they’re covered by the Halfords Advanced Lifetime Guarantee!
Halfords Advanced 200 Piece Socket and Ratchet Spanner Set
We finish with a gift for the professionals.
Our Halfords Advanced 200 Piece Socket and Ratchet Spanner Set has been designed and engineered by professionals to enhance your everyday needs around the workshop.
These high-quality tools come with the latest advancements in technology including 100 tooth ratchets and combination spanners with Surface Drive Plus for up to 28% more torque before rounding.
The set includes items for all your automotive needs or general everyday jobs.
If you’re in need of more Christmas gift inspiration, head over to Halfords.com where we have many great options.
Remember: if you want the best DIY products, you want Halfords.
