Advice on electric drill

Acc72

Hi All,

Being new to DIY I would appreciate some advice.

I am looking to buy a drill - just for doing screws, putting up shelves, pictures etc. internally plus maybe hanging baskets etc. externally.

What kind of drill to I need - 12v / 18v / hammer drill etc. etc. ??

To be honest it won't be used that often (!) so doesn't need to be the best drill out there, but also I want it to be able to do any of the simple DIY jobs I may do.

Also, if there are any makes to go for / avoid ?

Any help would be appreciated.

swebb

I've got a Draper 24v drill (with plenty of settings) and use it for things similar to what you describe. It's a really good drill and does the jobs well. The higher the voltage, the better. Mine is cordless, so I just need to charge the battery now and again.

You can pick up this sort of spec of drill for around £30. I think I saw a Draper drill in Wilko's at the weekend as I passed by an isle.

Black and Decker and Bosch are also decent (certainly for other tools I have).

Acc72

Thanks Swebb - as I may need to drill into a wall (eg. hanging basket), I wasn't sure if I needed a hammer drill ?

bugly_2

go to screwfix on line best deals around,yes anything that needs holes in bricks or stone will need hammer. concrete will need sds. JCB power tools are great for non pro users. 18v is good but heavy if you are using it as a screwdriver for long periods but it will not burn out of you get a tough screw or problem . go to shop pick one up to find what suits you and then find cheapest model you can.

bugly_2

dont buy electric once you use cordless you will never go back. but electric is more powerfull so tough jobs will need 18v and get a wall stud and pipe finder for 10 quid might save your life or at least 500 quid sparky bill for damaged wires in wall or holes in pipes.