Installing wall tiles on a Sunday morning is no longer what it was three years ago. The tools have changed, the learning content has changed too, and even the way to purchase materials follows a different logic. DIY in 2024 has transformed due to several technical and commercial mutations that deserve our attention.
Shared battery platforms: the real change in the workshop
Have you noticed that the tool aisles in large DIY stores now display “battery system” signs? This is not a marketing gimmick. Since 2024, brands like Bosch, Makita, Dewalt, and Ryobi have structured their ranges around compatible battery platforms across multiple tools.
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The principle is simple. You buy an 18 V drill-driver, and the same battery then powers your jigsaw, sander, or even your garden blower. We move from isolated purchases to a complete ecosystem.
For a DIY enthusiast gradually equipping their workshop, this compatibility changes the game. The entry cost decreases with each new tool since the battery and charger are already in the cupboard. Before investing, check the breadth of the range offered by each manufacturer for the chosen voltage (18 V or 36 V): this will determine your future flexibility.
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Following the news on Ben Le Bricoleur allows you to quickly spot which tools are joining these ecosystems over the months.
Artificial intelligence in DIY stores: what already works
In 2024, a major group specialized in DIY launched an artificial intelligence plan applied across several fields: supply chain, merchandising, and customer relations. This is no longer a pilot project confined to an internal lab.
In practical terms, this translates into tools that individuals can use even before going to the store:
- Pre-diagnostic work chatbots that can ask the right questions about your project (surface, support, constraints) and suggest a suitable list of materials.
- Product selection assistants that compare available references based on your criteria (budget, difficulty level, desired finish).
- Automatically generated cost estimates based on the dimensions you provide, with suggestions for contextualized tutorials.
The benefit for a beginner DIYer is direct. Instead of spending an hour searching “what coating for damp walls” on three different forums, the assistant filters the information and directs you to products available in the nearest store.
Material recovery: apps that structure reuse
The reuse of construction materials is not a new idea. What changes in 2024 is the emergence of dedicated applications that connect sellers and buyers of used materials or construction surplus.
Doors, windows, flooring, tiles, insulation: these items are now finding buyers through specialized platforms, distinct from general classifieds websites. The advantage lies in the qualification of the listings. Dimensions, condition, and origin are provided in a standardized manner, reducing unpleasant surprises.
For your renovation projects, this avenue deserves to be explored early in the preparation. A batch of reclaimed cement tiles from a neighboring site can cover a kitchen backsplash at a fraction of the new price. The constraint remains availability: you need to regularly monitor listings and be willing to slightly adapt your project to the materials found.
Video tutorials and practical content: what has changed in 2024
DIY tutorials existed long before 2024. What is evolving is their format and level of precision. Short content (under two minutes) now dominates social media, with a breakdown into very readable visual steps.
Why does this format work better than a long twenty-minute tutorial? Because it corresponds to real usage. You watch the video directly in the workshop, phone in hand, between two sanding strokes. The information needs to be immediate and applicable.
The most followed DIY content creators in France no longer just show the technical gesture. They detail common mistakes, compare results based on the materials used, and specify the conditions under which a tip does not work. This technical honesty is what distinguishes good content from a simple clip that is satisfying to watch.
Choosing your DIY advice sources
Not all content is created equal. A practical tip for filtering: favor creators who also show their failures. A tutorial where everything goes perfectly on the first try often omits the difficulties you will encounter in your garage.
Also check that the materials and tools presented are available in France and at accessible stores. A tutorial filmed with equipment that cannot be found locally generates more frustration than progress.
DIY market in 2024: a context to understand for better purchasing
The overall revenue of large DIY stores in France reached 22.1 billion euros in 2024, down from 23.1 billion in 2023. This represents a decrease of 4.3% year-on-year, or a decline of one billion euros according to the FMB and Inoha.
This contraction is not trivial for the individual DIYer. It directly influences promotions, the breadth of ranges on shelves, and the availability of advice in stores. Retailers are focusing their efforts on maintenance and repair projects, which hold up better than major transformation works.
If you are preparing a renovation project, the context plays in your favor in one respect: competition among retailers drives more aggressive offers on tools and common materials. Comparing prices between local stores and online platforms remains the most profitable reflex before each purchase.
DIY in 2024 rewards those who take the time to choose their tool ecosystem, prepare their projects with the new digital assistants, and source their materials beyond the usual aisle. The tools are changing, and so are the purchasing habits.