Our Story
ToolKit was first published in 1993 under the name This ToolBusiness. In December 2001 it merged with Hire Trade magazine to become ToolBUSINESS + HIRE, continuing to go from strength to strength. It quickly became established as the leading trade magazine for tools and equipment serving DIY, builders and construction industries.
The trade magazine is of high quality and appealing to the readership with a long shelf life – it can be kept and referred to again and again.
The DIY, Builders and Construction magazine is published 10 times a year and mailed to over 5,000 subscribers. These include:
- Independent Tool Retailers
- DIY Retailers
- Tool Hire Outlets
- Hardware and Builders Merchants
- Farm Suppliers
- Engineer Suppliers
- Distributors and Wholesale
- Tool Manufacturers
The current trade magazine can be viewed online in page turning format, more than doubling the readership with 12,000+ page views per month. Browse through back issues by accessing our archives.
The DIY, builders and construction magazine keeps customers informed about the latest innovations and the benefits of products. One of our most popular features is the Independent Tool review which gives a practical and unbiased assessment of current products.
If you wish to receive copies of the DIY, Builders and Construction magazine and keep abreast of all the latest news and views in the industry, go to our registration page to add your details to the mailing list.