Online specialist DIY supplies store

Homeowners tackling projects, small tradies and hobbyists who can't easily find a specific item locally.

Margin on each product sold, often with bundles or project kits to lift the order value.

• Product knowledge in your niche
• Writing clear product listings
• Order packing and shipping
• Basic online marketing

• Australian Consumer Law obligations on refunds, product safety and accurate descriptions
• Heavy or bulky items can make postage costly, so check courier rates before setting prices
• Rules on shipping dangerous goods such as paints, solvents or aerosols; check with your couriers and state regulator
• Council approval if you store stock or run the business from home; check with your local council
• Public liability and product liability insurance
• ABN, and GST registration once you reach the turnover threshold

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your niche, how much stock you buy and whether you ship direct from suppliers. Check courier rates for heavy or bulky items before setting prices.

Check Australian Consumer Law obligations on refunds, product safety and accurate descriptions. Also check rules for shipping dangerous goods such as paints, solvents or aerosols, council approval for home storage, insurance, and ABN and GST registration.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on your niche, range and marketing. Estimates suggest at least around 10 hours a week for listings, packing, shipping and online marketing.