DIY around the home or garden is something that most people have to tackle at some point or other, whether it's a simple task such as putting a picture up on the wall or a full-scale room renovation.  But, whether you're a complete novice or a pro, there are some great DIY apps around to assist you with your chosen task.  Here are some essential ones worth getting to know about.

This app is great for decorating enthusiasts, as it allows you to pick and choose from over 13,000 Pantone colours, as well as creating your own shades.  You can even incorporate colours from your own photos into the app, and the clever device can work out the nearest Pantone shade to your chosen one.  A great app for anyone seeking colour and design inspiration for their home.

If you like the idea of growing your own veg, then this free app is a great resource to have to hand.  It details a wide range of vegetables that you could grow, with information about when to sow seeds, plant out and harvest.  You can keep your own notes within the app, and the handy growing tips section means even beginners can get to grips with growing their own.

Serious DIYers who fancy having a go at building their own woodwork project, should get their hands on this useful app.  It allows you to make virtual 3D models using precise measurements, so you can visualise your designs.  You can use hand tools to cut lumber graphically, as well as align, rotate and move it with the extensive grid settings.

Taking measurements is an essential part of many DIY tasks, and it's often something many people find a bit of a chore, or forget to do, when they need to go out and buy decor for a room.  But this app is a great help in simplifying the task, as it allows you to take photos of the item required for measuring, as well as being able to include the measurements with the photo as a visual reference.

Plumbing tasks are probably one of the least favourite DIY jobs, because people often lack knowledge in what needs to be done.  Yet many basic plumbing jobs can be easily and successfully tackled with a little know-how.  This app is a great guide for the novice, as it includes video tutorials and guides to instruct you how to complete a wide range of plumbing jobs.

This app is a must-have if you want to get to grips with which tools you will need for which DIY jobs around the home.  It also comes with a useful spirit level for quick level checking.  With over 400 video demonstrations, you'll never get the wrong tools for the job with this app.

This app is a great starting point for any DIY project, allowing you to plan, get focused and organise the task at hand.  By entering measurements you can get information about how much materials, paint, etc you need for the job.  Videos and tutorials give you guidance and advice on how to complete many DIY tasks.  You can create shopping lists, store dimensions and set reminders when you need to get jobs done by, as well.