Last updated: April 2026
This page lists the tools, products, and resources we genuinely use or recommend for home gardening, indoor plant care, home decor, and DIY projects. We have organised everything by category to make it easy to find what you need.
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We only list products we would recommend to a friend. If something is here, it is because it is worth your money.
Gardening Tools
Soil moisture meter A soil moisture meter removes the guesswork from watering. Instead of checking soil with your finger, you get an accurate reading in seconds. Essential for indoor plants, container gardens, and anyone who has killed a plant by overwatering. What to look for: a dual-function meter that reads both moisture and pH. Reliable budget options are widely available on Amazon.
Hand trowel and transplanting set A good hand trowel lasts years. Look for stainless steel with an ergonomic rubber grip. Avoid plastic — it cracks within a season.
Pruning shears Sharp, clean cuts prevent disease in plants. A bypass pruner is the standard choice for most home gardeners. Clean with rubbing alcohol between plants to avoid spreading disease.
Kneeling pad Simple but worth having. A thick foam kneeling pad protects your knees during any garden work longer than ten minutes.
Garden gloves Get a pair with a nitrile coating on the fingertips. They protect against thorns and dirt while still giving you enough feel to handle seedlings.
Indoor Plant Care
LED grow light If your home has limited natural light, a grow light is essential — not optional. Look for a full-spectrum LED panel with an adjustable timer. These work for seedlings, herbs, succulents, and tropical plants indoors.
Pebble tray set Place a pebble tray filled with water under your pots to increase humidity naturally. Critical for tropical plants in dry indoor environments, particularly in winter when heating systems dry out the air.
Spray bottle for misting A fine-mist spray bottle is useful for misting humidity-loving plants and cleaning dusty leaves. Get a glass bottle rather than plastic if you want something durable.
Potting mix by plant type Do not use garden soil for indoor plants. Get a dedicated indoor potting mix for general houseplants, a cactus and succulent mix for desert plants, and an orchid bark mix if you keep orchids.
Self-watering pots Self-watering pots have a reservoir at the base that the plant draws from as needed. Ideal for anyone who travels frequently or tends to forget watering schedules.
Home Decor
Paint colour sampler pots Before committing to a full tin, buy sampler pots and test your top three colours on the actual wall across different times of day. What looks right in a store will look different under your home lighting.
Peel-and-stick wallpaper Removable wallpaper has improved dramatically in quality. It is now a realistic option for renters and for anyone who wants to try a bold pattern without permanent commitment. Look for brands with repositionable adhesive.
Neutral linen curtains Linen curtains in off-white or warm beige work in almost any room. They soften harsh light, add texture, and photograph well. A set that reaches floor length makes ceilings look taller.
Picture hanging strips Command-style adhesive strips that hold real weight without damaging walls. The right size depends on frame weight — check the packaging. These save time and wall damage compared to nails.
LED bulbs by colour temperature The colour temperature of your bulbs changes how your entire room feels. 2700K is warm and cosy — use it in bedrooms and living rooms. 4000K is neutral — use it in kitchens. 5000K is daylight — use it in bathrooms or home offices.
DIY and Home Maintenance
Stud finder Before hanging anything heavy, use a stud finder. Plaster and drywall will not hold weight on their own. A basic electronic stud finder costs very little and prevents a lot of damage.
Cordless drill If you own a home, you need a cordless drill. Choose one from a reputable brand with at least an 18-volt battery. A drill with a screwdriver function handles 90 percent of home tasks.
Spirit level Crooked shelves and frames are obvious and look unprofessional. A spirit level costs very little and takes two seconds to use. Get a 30-centimetre version for small jobs and a 60-centimetre version for shelves and larger installations.
Gap filler and caulking gun Filling gaps around skirting boards, window frames, and door frames before painting makes a significant visual difference. A caulking gun and a tube of paintable filler handles this in an afternoon.
Microfibre cloths Useful for cleaning surfaces before painting, wiping dust from plants, and general home cleaning. The quality between brands varies significantly — buy a pack designed for automotive use, as these are thicker and more durable.
Free Online Tools We Use
PageSpeed Insights — pagespeed.web.dev Test how fast your website loads and get specific recommendations to improve it.
Google Search Console — search.google.com/search-console Track which searches bring people to your site and identify indexing issues.
Hemingway Editor — hemingwayapp.com Paste any piece of writing here to check readability. Aim for Grade 7 or 8 for general audiences.
Canva — canva.com Design featured images, Pinterest pins, and social graphics. The free plan is sufficient for most needs.
Pinterest Trends — trends.pinterest.com See what home and garden topics are trending on Pinterest before you write about them.
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