1. 1 Securing the land
  2. 2 Licensing
  3. 3 21-day build
  4. 4 Open retreat

Acquisition stage: actively reviewing land and rural property opportunities near Porto, Braga, and the wider North Portugal corridor.

The Build Kit · everything in one list

Build · Sep 2026

Everything you need, across every module

We aggregated the tools, materials and reclaimed sources from all 56 modules into one master sourcing list — sorted by how often each is used, so you know what to get first.

  • Tools
  • Materials
  • Reclaimed sources

96 items

Tools

Count = how many modules each item appears in. Items at the top are the ones most worth securing first.

  • drill31 modules
  • level25 modules
  • Circular saw20 modules
  • tape12 modules
  • orbital sander9 modules
  • paint brush8 modules
  • Spade8 modules
  • hammer7 modules
  • screwdriver7 modules
  • Utility knife7 modules
  • wrench7 modules
  • spanner6 modules
  • spirit level6 modules
  • wheelbarrow6 modules
  • shovel5 modules
  • blowtorch4 modules
  • cold chisel4 modules
  • Pallet buster4 modules
  • Saw4 modules
  • hose cutter3 modules
  • See E-fast-build-design-catalogue.md §73 modules
  • wire brush3 modules
  • chisel2 modules
  • gloves2 modules
  • hand saw2 modules
  • hose clamp2 modules
  • pipe cutter2 modules
  • rubber mallet2 modules
  • staple gun2 modules
  • Allen keys1 modules
  • angle grinder1 modules
  • Angle grinder/jigsaw (cut IBCs)1 modules
  • bolts1 modules
  • brush1 modules
  • cable ties1 modules
  • caulking gun1 modules
  • Chainsaw1 modules
  • chainsaw (pre-cut logs)1 modules
  • chalk tape1 modules
  • clamp1 modules
  • clamp tool1 modules
  • Drill (metal bit)1 modules
  • drill/driver1 modules
  • Forstner bit1 modules
  • funnel1 modules
  • glass cutter tools1 modules
  • glazier tools1 modules
  • goggles1 modules
  • grinder1 modules
  • hacksaw1 modules
  • hand file1 modules
  • hole punch1 modules
  • hot glue gun1 modules
  • IBC saw1 modules
  • jack (caravan lift)1 modules
  • Label maker/printer1 modules
  • laminator or hand-apply varnish1 modules
  • mallet1 modules
  • measuring tape1 modules
  • Mixer1 modules
  • mortar trowel1 modules
  • nails/screws1 modules
  • notebook1 modules
  • Pallet crowbar1 modules
  • plant spade1 modules
  • pliers1 modules
  • Post-hole auger1 modules
  • rake1 modules
  • raking tools1 modules
  • rammer1 modules
  • router (optional)1 modules
  • safety gloves1 modules
  • sander (hand/electric)1 modules
  • sandpaper1 modules
  • Scale1 modules
  • scissors1 modules
  • scraper1 modules
  • sealant gun1 modules
  • sharp knife1 modules
  • Slate-specific chisel or diamond-point engraver1 modules
  • smartphone1 modules
  • Spade/mattock1 modules
  • stakes1 modules
  • stencil/text tools1 modules
  • string1 modules
  • string line1 modules
  • string/rope1 modules
  • stud finder1 modules
  • template card1 modules
  • test kit1 modules
  • Tripod1 modules
  • Trowel1 modules
  • tub1 modules
  • upholstery stapler1 modules
  • wire cutter1 modules
  • Wire cutters1 modules

250 items

Materials

  • galv fasteners5 modules
  • galv screws5 modules
  • geotextile4 modules
  • landscape fabric4 modules
  • paint/stain4 modules
  • 2–4 pallets3 modules
  • 20–40 HT pallets3 modules
  • charred timber posts3 modules
  • exterior oil3 modules
  • wood screws3 modules
  • wooden frame3 modules
  • concrete blocks2 modules
  • exterior stain2 modules
  • felt pads2 modules
  • food-grade hose2 modules
  • gravel2 modules
  • gravel base2 modules
  • sealant2 modules
  • soil/compost2 modules
  • stain2 modules
  • wood screws/nails2 modules
  • 2 short handle logs1 modules
  • 2-3 food-grade IBCs (1000L)1 modules
  • 2-3 large flat seating stones1 modules
  • 2-4 large reclaimed barrels (200L)1 modules
  • 2–4 IBC tanks1 modules
  • 2x4 frame1 modules
  • 3–5 wooden pallets1 modules
  • 4-6 gabion baskets (4-5mm wire)1 modules
  • 5 woven-PP duffel sacks1 modules
  • 5–8 car/tractor tyres1 modules
  • 8-10 HT pallets1 modules
  • air pump 6l/min1 modules
  • anti-rust primer1 modules
  • backdrop (reclaimed banner/painted cloth)1 modules
  • bark mulch1 modules
  • bathtub/galv trough1 modules
  • bell siphon1 modules
  • benches1 modules
  • black hosepipe1 modules
  • bolts (if 2-tier stacking)1 modules
  • bolts/hardware1 modules
  • brass/galv hinges1 modules
  • brass/stainless valves1 modules
  • Buckets/IBC top1 modules
  • C32/40 concrete (1.5-2 bags per stone)1 modules
  • camera (smartphone OK)1 modules
  • cardboard base1 modules
  • Cardboard/kraft labels1 modules
  • ceramic/pottery shards1 modules
  • ceramic/stainless sink1 modules
  • chalk-board paint1 modules
  • charred frame posts1 modules
  • charred joists (2x4/CLS)1 modules
  • charred pallet rack1 modules
  • charred step boards1 modules
  • charred timber seat tops1 modules
  • chisel1 modules
  • clay mortar/cob1 modules
  • clay/gravel media1 modules
  • Clear PVC pipe (50-75mm)1 modules
  • coarse gravel infill1 modules
  • compacted gravel base1 modules
  • concrete (6 bags)1 modules
  • connectors/valves1 modules
  • drain hose1 modules
  • drainage channel1 modules
  • drainage holes (if needed)1 modules
  • drainage hose1 modules
  • driftwood/timber posts1 modules
  • dry sand1 modules
  • Dry-laid/mortared stone1 modules
  • eco-friendly paint (optional)1 modules
  • exterior epoxy1 modules
  • exterior paint1 modules
  • exterior water-based paint/stain1 modules
  • fabric covers1 modules
  • fine)1 modules
  • first-flush ball valve1 modules
  • first-flush diverter1 modules
  • flexible hose1 modules
  • float valve1 modules
  • flue pipe1 modules
  • foam mattress or cushions1 modules
  • food-grade filter1 modules
  • Food-grade IBC 1000L1 modules
  • Food-grade IBC/large black tank (100–150L)1 modules
  • galv hinges1 modules
  • galv wedges1 modules
  • Galvanised scaffold Ø48.3mm (6× lengths)1 modules
  • geotextile base1 modules
  • geotextile lining1 modules
  • geotextile/sand DPC1 modules
  • Glass bottles/jars1 modules
  • glazing compound1 modules
  • goldfish/carp1 modules
  • granite fill1 modules
  • granite flat stones1 modules
  • gravel (coarse1 modules
  • gravel floor1 modules
  • gravel sub-base1 modules
  • gravel surfacing1 modules
  • greywater tank1 modules
  • guttering1 modules
  • hammer or rotary stone engraver1 modules
  • hanging hardware1 modules
  • Hard plastic exercise balls1 modules
  • heavy soil/compost1 modules
  • herb cuttings (oregano/thyme/marjoram/lavender/rosemary)1 modules
  • hinged seat1 modules
  • hinges1 modules
  • horizontal bracing (rebar/timber)1 modules
  • hose/piping1 modules
  • IBC 1000L1 modules
  • inner contractor bags1 modules
  • inspection caps1 modules
  • interior shelves1 modules
  • interior trim1 modules
  • isolation valve1 modules
  • Kee-Klamp fittings (size-8)1 modules
  • L-brackets (new or reclaimed)1 modules
  • lamination pouches or lacquer1 modules
  • Large flat granite stones1 modules
  • Large flat granite/slate stones (40–60cm)1 modules
  • Large granite boulders (40-60cm)1 modules
  • Large reclaimed bathtub/trough/cattle tank1 modules
  • Large reclaimed cable drums1 modules
  • Large wooden cable drum (900–1200mm)1 modules
  • latch1 modules
  • latch/lock hardware1 modules
  • Marked floor spots (tape/chalk)1 modules
  • marker stakes1 modules
  • marsh-plant cuttings1 modules
  • Medium granite rim stones1 modules
  • metal barrel (200L or 20L jerry-can)1 modules
  • mortar (if set) or sand (if pressed)1 modules
  • mortar (optional)1 modules
  • mortar if needed)1 modules
  • mounting hardware1 modules
  • nails/screws1 modules
  • native plants (willows1 modules
  • net pots1 modules
  • notebook1 modules
  • Old cast-iron/steel bathtub1 modules
  • Old chairs1 modules
  • Old doors1 modules
  • optional charring1 modules
  • optional galv banding1 modules
  • optional glass top1 modules
  • optional metal flashing1 modules
  • optional metal letters/numbers1 modules
  • optional printed cards1 modules
  • optional solar LED 0.5–1W bulbs1 modules
  • overflow1 modules
  • overflow hose1 modules
  • overflow to swale1 modules
  • paint/paper diffusion1 modules
  • paint/stain (non-toxic)1 modules
  • Pallet boards1 modules
  • pallet offcuts1 modules
  • pea gravel1 modules
  • pea-shingle1 modules
  • plywood backing (optional)1 modules
  • plywood base (optional)1 modules
  • plywood/corrugated plastic roof1 modules
  • printer1 modules
  • pump 2500l/h1 modules
  • PVC fittings1 modules
  • PVC glue1 modules
  • QR generator (free online)1 modules
  • Reclaimed agricultural/truck tyres1 modules
  • Reclaimed barrel/IBC (100-200L)1 modules
  • Reclaimed bricks1 modules
  • Reclaimed cable drum1 modules
  • Reclaimed external wooden door1 modules
  • Reclaimed glass bottles1 modules
  • reclaimed glass or acrylic1 modules
  • Reclaimed internal doors (timber)1 modules
  • reclaimed logs (4–8cm untreated)1 modules
  • reclaimed planking1 modules
  • Reclaimed scaffold boards1 modules
  • reclaimed timber shelves1 modules
  • reclaimed tyres1 modules
  • Reclaimed window frames1 modules
  • Reclaimed window frames (timber)1 modules
  • reclaimed/new glass1 modules
  • release agent1 modules
  • rope/bolts1 modules
  • router (optional)1 modules
  • rubble base1 modules
  • rushes)1 modules
  • S-hooks1 modules
  • sand1 modules
  • sandpaper1 modules
  • sawdust1 modules
  • scaffold-board/charred timber structure1 modules
  • second container1 modules
  • sedges1 modules
  • seed potatoes1 modules
  • sharp sand1 modules
  • shelter frame1 modules
  • showerhead1 modules
  • signage labels1 modules
  • Site excavation1 modules
  • slate base/stand1 modules
  • Slate offcuts (flat ≥20×30cm)1 modules
  • Small tank (10–20L food-grade)1 modules
  • Small–medium wall stones1 modules
  • smartphone tripod(s)1 modules
  • soak-away basin1 modules
  • soap dispenser1 modules
  • stainless bands1 modules
  • stainless elbows1 modules
  • stainless fittings1 modules
  • steel fire bowl1 modules
  • steel fire insert1 modules
  • stencils/paint for text1 modules
  • stone plinth (granite1 modules
  • Straight eucalyptus log Ø180-220mm ×1.6m1 modules
  • string/wire1 modules
  • string/wire (jute/copper)1 modules
  • tables1 modules
  • tap/valve1 modules
  • tar paper/caulk1 modules
  • test kit1 modules
  • thick timber boards (2x6/CLS)1 modules
  • timber frame/shelving1 modules
  • timber framing (2×4 or reclaimed)1 modules
  • timber offcuts1 modules
  • Timber offcuts (mixed sizes)1 modules
  • timber privacy screen1 modules
  • timber stand1 modules
  • timber/plywood top1 modules
  • topsoil/compost1 modules
  • upholstery fabric/webbing1 modules
  • urine pipe1 modules
  • vent stack1 modules
  • wall mounting or free-standing frame1 modules
  • waterproof ink (black)1 modules
  • weather-resistant paint/tarp covers1 modules
  • Wine barrel1 modules
  • wood blocks/timber stands1 modules
  • wood frame (optional)1 modules
  • wood sealant/stain1 modules
  • wood stain/paint (non-toxic)1 modules
  • Woodchip (site tree-clearing or arborist waste)1 modules
  • Wooden cable reels (600–900mm)1 modules
  • wooden drainboard1 modules
  • wooden stand1 modules
  • workbench vice1 modules

148 sources

Where to find it (reclaimed)

  • Leroy Merlin10
  • ferrages8
  • Pallbraga4
  • Pallets4
  • Site stone4
  • local ferrages3
  • sawmill3
  • timber offcuts3
  • demolition timber2
  • driftwood2
  • food-industry recyclers2
  • Leroy Merlin PT2
  • OLX andaime2
  • OLX janela2
  • plumbing salvage2
  • reclaimed fence boards2
  • timber sawmill2
  • Agricultural co-op1
  • branches1
  • broken crockery from skip/salvage1
  • builder waste hooks1
  • building depots1
  • Building-site rubble1
  • burlap scraps1
  • Cable drum (telecom/electrical waste)1
  • Cable reel (telecom/contractor waste)1
  • cardboard from packaging1
  • cast-iron brackets1
  • ceramic tile scraps1
  • construction yard1
  • copper fittings1
  • copper/aluminium fittings1
  • copper/lead guttering1
  • corrugated iron offcuts1
  • cut-down IBC1
  • demolition1
  • demolition sites1
  • Demolition sites (tubs)1
  • demolition yards1
  • demolition/salvage yards1
  • Driftwood frame1
  • driftwood rail1
  • Electricians' salvage1
  • estate sales1
  • fallen logs from land1
  • farm suppliers1
  • farms (troughs)1
  • ferragens1
  • Floresta Comum1
  • Floresta Comum (plants)1
  • Floresta Comum/nursery1
  • Food-grade IBC (verify history)1
  • Garage/farm waste tyres (verify clean)1
  • garden hose1
  • glass suppliers1
  • Granite slabs (demolished buildings)1
  • herb scraps (local propagation)1
  • House clearance1
  • IBC lids1
  • IBC tank1
  • IBC tanks1
  • IBCs/barrels (reclaimed)1
  • jam jars1
  • Kee-Clamp online1
  • Kraft offcuts1
  • local clay source1
  • local joinery1
  • local nursery1
  • local salvage1
  • local sawmill1
  • Mil Martins & Irmão1
  • Mil Martins & Irmão sawmill1
  • offcut drainage pipes1
  • offcut plywood1
  • oficinas (tyres)1
  • Oficinas de pneus1
  • old cloths (backdrop)1
  • old cushions/mattresses (if clean)1
  • old hinges1
  • Old house doors (solid wood)1
  • old labels1
  • old light fittings1
  • old patio stones1
  • old road signs (metal backing/hinges)1
  • old roof tiles1
  • Old roofing slate1
  • old shelf brackets1
  • old showerhead1
  • old signage (repurposed lettering)1
  • old soap pumps1
  • old vice (scrapyard)1
  • OLX1
  • OLX barril1
  • OLX bobina1
  • OLX IBC1
  • OLX porta1
  • OLX porta madeira1
  • OLX stone1
  • online buy-nothing1
  • outdoor fittings1
  • padlock hardware1
  • Pallbraga (gabions)1
  • pipe offcuts1
  • piping scraps1
  • Plastic pipe offcuts1
  • Quinta cooperages (Braga)1
  • rebar (demolition)1
  • reclaimed hardwood top1
  • Recycling centres1
  • rope/cable ties1
  • salvage metals1
  • Salvage yard tubs (€0–30)1
  • salvaged glass1
  • sawmill (Mil Martins)1
  • scrap card1
  • scrap materials (signage)1
  • second-hand shops1
  • shipping pallets (crate frame)1
  • Site clearing1
  • site gravel1
  • Site materials1
  • site pallets1
  • site soil1
  • Site stone clearing1
  • site timber1
  • skip/salvage yards1
  • slate patio remnants1
  • Slate/granite offcuts1
  • Slate/granite offsets1
  • slate/timber scraps1
  • Small plastic drum1
  • spent garden soil1
  • Sport-equipment recyclers1
  • stacked slate roof tiles1
  • Stockyards1
  • stonemason scraps1
  • timber posts1
  • timber props1
  • timber rails1
  • timber shelving1
  • tin cans1
  • Tree prunings (chip on-site or council/arborist source)1
  • upholstery scraps1
  • Warehouse stockyards1
  • Warehouse/food-grade pallets (HT-marked safe)1
  • window frames (light)1
  • Wine/beer bottles1
  • Wine/beer bottles (empty)1

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