22 things every DIYer should own

Bungee cords aren’t just for mountaineering. So keep a few bungee cords around for keeping items in your trunk from rolling around and falling over. You can even use them to strap down items and secure them to the top of your car.

A plastic tarp will serve a variety of functions. Rake leaves onto the tarp to haul them to the compost bin and use it to cover outdoor items such as patio furniture to protect it from harsh weather.

These home improvement projects practically pay for themselves.

Clamps help you hold or secure objects so they don’t move while you’re working with them. And there are a variety of clamps available, including C-clamps, pipe-clamps, and handscrew-clamps.

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 Source: RD.com