The season of giving is upon us, and what better way to spread cheer than with gifts that elevate every and any project? Whether you're shopping for a home improvement guru or an aspiring builder, you can’t go wrong with a thoughtful and useful gift. 
 
Our selection of tools is as vast and diverse as the projects they help create. Use this gift guide to gather ideas and help you decide what to give the handy person in your life this holiday season. 

1. VERSATILE POWER TOOLS

Power tools are a great gift for beginner builders ready to level up their projects with enhanced performance that manual tools can’t offer. From high-powered drills to precision saws, power tools are valuable for a wide variety of construction projects.  
 
Chinook’s top pick: The Dewalt Miter Saw is a powerhouse that effortlessly tackles any task with precision and ease. It cuts everything from longer boards to crown moulding, picture frames, and more. 

2. HEAVY-DUTY HAMMERS AND MALLETS

No toolkit is complete without a reliable hammer or mallet—this is why they are ideal gifts for a new homeowner or someone who needs to update their toolkit. You can’t go wrong with a heavy-duty option designed for durability and efficiency.  
 
Chinook’s top pick: The Stanley 16 Oz. Curved Claw Hammer is a game-changer for any project. With an enlarged face, shock-absorbing handle, and contoured grip, it’s not your basic hammer.  

3. INNOVATIVE SCREWDRIVERS AND FASTENING TOOLS

If you’re looking to give the gift of speed, electric screwdrivers and pneumatic or nail guns streamline the fastening process. With these types of tools, it’s best to find out what kind of projects they plan on working on so you can get them something fit for the job. 
 
Chinook’s top pick: With its smart torque control, the Senco Pneumatic Nailer makes fastening a cinch. It’s lightweight yet powerful to help them finish their siding or fencing project faster. 

4. TOOL BAGS AND BELTS

Looking for a gift you can get for under $100? A tool bag or belt is an ideal gift for someone who already has a well-established tool collection but could use something to take it with them. 
 
Tool belts have open pockets that provide easy access and allow the wearer to keep frequently used tools on them as they work. Tool bags comfortably carry more tools than a belt and generally have larger compartments to fit power tools, depending on the design.  
 
Chinook’s top pick: The Milwaukee Packout Tote, with its rugged construction and multiple compartments, ensures tools are easily accessible during projects. This lightweight and durable tool bag is perfect for builders on the move. 

5. PRECISION MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

For projects that require a lot of precision, like installing kitchen cabinets or putting up a gallery wall, laser levels, digital calipers, and advanced tape measures are assets. Give the gift of accuracy with advanced tools that simplify marking, measuring, and levelling.   
 
Chinook’s top pick: The Stabila Laser Level guarantees spot-on measurements with its powerful five-point green beam laser.   

6. PORTABLE TOOLS

Mini drills, foldable saws, and compact multi-tools are good gifts for people who are already comfortable with power tools and love lending a hand. Portable tools are an investment, but if you’re looking to impress or surprise, these are the right tools for the job. 
 
Chinook’s top pick: The Milwaukee Plunge Track Saw is ready for cutting straight edges on sheets of wood, boards, and planks. The Powerstate™ Brushless Motor ​​offers total control for easy and accurate long or plunge cuts.  

7. HEAVY-DUTY STORAGE SOLUTIONS

If they already have a tool collection, storage is a practical gift. Heavy-duty tool chests, rolling cabinets, or modular storage systems will help protect their tools and hardware. If you can, assess their current setup or ask how they organize their tools to determine which solution would improve their storage situation. 
 
Chinook’s top pick: The Milwaukee Packout Tool Box is customizable, so they can organize their tools exactly how they like.   

Whether you're shopping for a seasoned builder, a handy homeowner, or a beginner tackling their first project, the right tool can make all the difference. Knowing they'll use your gift for years is one of the many great things about giving high-quality tools. 
 
When in doubt, let them pick the tools, hardware items, or building materials they want or need with a Chinook Lumber gift card.