DIY tools usage in the UK 2015

This statistic illustrates the share of adults who use various DIY products in their households in the United Kingdom as of a survey conducted in 2015. Of respondents who own a tape measure, 61 percent said they often use it or 'couldn't live without it'.

Share of adults who regularly use DIY tools at home in the United Kingdom (UK) in 2015, by type

Characteristic	Share of respondents
Tape measure	61%
Step ladder	59%
Screwdriver (non-electric)	57%
Spare light bulbs	50%
Hammer	41%
Stanley knife or other utility knife	39%
Paint brushes	39%
Set of pliers	37%
Electric screwdriver	37%
Drill	36%
Allen key set	28%
Saw	27%
Electrical fuses	25%
Spirit level	24%
Wrench	23%
Soldering iron	11%

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Release date

April 2015

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Region

United Kingdom

Survey time period

March 27 to 29, 2015

Number of respondents

2,013 respondents

Age group

18 years and older

Special properties

All who own the item

Method of interview

Online interview

Supplementary notes

The question was phrased by the source as follows: "Which of the following best describes how useful each item is to you?". Results show the share of respondents who answered 'couldn't live without' or 'It's important and gets used'.

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