Brico MIM Blog: Tips & Guides

Sécateur Gardena PremiumCut Pro à lames franches 24 mm
Secateurs: bypass or anvil? How to choose and look after your pruning shears
Bypass or anvil, cutting diameter, hand size: how to choose secateurs in Morocco, with prices for Gardena and TOTAL models, plus how to clean, sharpen and oil them so they... Read more...
Visseuse à chocs sans fil 20 V 170 N.m tige hexagonale 1/4 TOTAL TIRLI2002
Impact driver or hammer drill: what is the difference and which should you choose?
Impact driver or hammer drill: two tools that are often confused. Find out how they differ, what they are used for and which one to choose for your projects in... Read more...
Boîte de préinstallation climatiseur à encastrer Solera réf. 178
Air conditioning pre-installation in a new build: boxes, ducts, drainage and electrical circuit
Building in Morocco? Prepare your air conditioning from the structural work stage: positions, flush-mounted pre-installation box, ducts and refrigerant lines, condensate drainage and a dedicated electrical circuit, for a clean... Read more...
Tondeuse autoportée thermique Efco 105R/16 K 105 cm pour grand terrain
Ride-On Mower: Is It Worth It for Your Land? (Area, Cutting, Maintenance)
Ride-on mower or large self-propelled mower? Area, cutting width, budget, maintenance and safety (slopes, children): our guide to knowing whether a lawn tractor is worth it for your large property... Read more...
Caméra PTZ motorisée Dahua zoom 25x pour surveiller un parking, un jardin ou un dépôt au Maroc
Motorised PTZ Camera: Monitoring a Large Area (Car Park, Garden, Warehouse)
360° rotation, optical zoom, automatic patrols: how a PTZ or motorised camera monitors a car park, a large garden, a warehouse or a farm, and which model to choose in... Read more...
Pompe vide-cave Gardena pour eaux chargées, idéale en cas d'inondation de cave ou garage
Flooded basement or garage: which sump pump to use and how?
Basement, garage or cellar flooded after a storm or a leak: the right electrical safety reflexes, how to choose between a clear-water and a dirty-water sump pump, and how to... Read more...
Pulvérisateur de jardin à pression sur batterie Gardena EasyPump 5 L
Garden sprayer: trigger, pressure or battery — which one should you choose?
Trigger, pre-pressure, backpack, battery or petrol: which garden sprayer to choose in Morocco depending on the area to cover, with prices in DH, safety rules and maintenance tips. Read more...
Aspirateur eau et poussière TOTAL TVC14301 1400 W cuve 30 L
Wet and Dry Vacuum: for the Garage, Building Site, Car and Water Damage
Wet and dry vacuums in Morocco: tank capacity, power, picking up water, models and prices of a shop vacuum, plus our tips for the garage, the car and water damage. Read more...
Scie sabre sans fil 20 V TOTAL TRSLI1152-1B avec batterie et chargeur
Reciprocating saw: demolition, pruning and cutting — how to use and choose one
Reciprocating saws in Morocco: corded or cordless, which blades for wood, metal or nail-embedded wood, how to use one for demolition and pruning, and the safety rules to follow. Read more...
Résistance de chauffe-eau électrique 2000 W pour détartrage et entretien
Descaling an electric water heater: when and how (and when to call a pro)
Limescale in your water heater: how to spot it, how often to descale, the steps to follow safely (power off, draining, flange gasket) and the cases where it is better... Read more...
Climatiseur mural Carrier 18000 BTU pour salon
18000 or 24000 BTU air conditioner: cooling a living room or large room properly in Morocco
Moroccan salon, open-plan lounge or large room: do you need an 18000 or a 24000 BTU air conditioner? Recommended room size, one unit or two, wall-mounted, console and floor-standing models,... Read more...
Coupe-bordures sans fil Gardena ComfortCut 23/18V P4A pour finitions de pelouse
Grass Trimmers: Neat Edges Around Your Lawn
Corded or battery grass trimmer, line or blades, edging function: how to choose a string trimmer in Morocco and get neat lawn edges, with prices for Gardena and TOTAL models. Read more...
Serrure intelligente X5 Pro Wi-Fi Tuya : que faire en cas de batterie vide ou de code oublié
Smart Lock: Dead Battery, Forgotten Code, Malfunction — What to Do? (Maintenance and Troubleshooting)
Dead battery, forgotten code, fingerprint refused or app not responding: the right reflexes so you are never locked out, and how to maintain your smart lock properly in Morocco. Read more...
Programmateur d'arrosage Gardena Select vissé sur un robinet de jardin
Watering timer: water your garden automatically, even when you're away
Mechanical timer, Easy Plus or Select water computer: how to choose a watering timer in Morocco, fit it on your tap and set it up to water automatically, even while... Read more...
Kit combo outils sans fil TOTAL 20V Brushless 4 outils avec 2 batteries 4,0 Ah
Cordless combo tool kit: which pack should you choose?
Cordless tool kits in Morocco: how to choose a TOTAL 20V tool pack with 2 to 5 tools, which batteries to go for and which combo kit fits your projects. Read more...
Coffre-fort intelligent Ferri à empreinte digitale 45 × 38 × 33 cm
Fingerprint Safe: Benefits, Limits and Installation
Fingerprint safes in Morocco: how biometric opening works, its benefits and limits, the price of an electronic safe and the steps to anchor it properly. Read more...
Petit chauffe-eau électrique 15 litres Ariston pour cuisine et sous évier
Small 10 or 15 litre under-sink water heater: ideal for the kitchen?
10 or 15 litre under-sink water heater: who it is for, which capacity to choose, how to install it in the kitchen and what it costs in Morocco. Our complete... Read more...
Climatiseur mural Carrier 9000 BTU pour chambre ou petit bureau
9000 BTU air conditioner: the right choice for a bedroom or small office?
Is a 9000 BTU air conditioner enough for your bedroom or small office? Recommended room size, when to step up to 12000 BTU, Thomson, Carrier and portable models, and the... Read more...
Souffleur de feuilles sur batterie Gardena PowerJet 18V
Leaf Blower: Electric, Battery or Petrol?
Corded electric, battery or petrol: how to choose the right leaf blower in Morocco for your garden, courtyard and budget, with prices for TOTAL, INGCO and Gardena models. Read more...
Ouvre-portail GSM RTU5024 MYSI pour ouvrir un portail avec son téléphone au Maroc
GSM Gate Opener: Open Your Gate or Garage with Your Phone in Morocco
Open your gate or garage door with a simple free call: how the RTU5024 GSM gate opener works, compatibility with your motor, professional installation and price in Morocco. Read more...
Groupe de surpression Gardena 3700/4 pour régler une pression d'eau faible à la maison
Low water pressure at home: causes and solutions (booster pump, water tank, filters)
Shower barely trickling, weak taps upstairs? Step-by-step diagnosis of low water pressure, common causes and solutions: cleaning, water tank, filters and booster pump, with prices in Morocco. Read more...
Tronçonneuse thermique Efco MTH 4000 pour élagage et bois de chauffage au Maroc
Chainsaws: choosing the right one, using it safely and maintaining the chain
Petrol, electric or battery chainsaw: how to choose engine size and bar length, prices in Morocco, safety rules against kickback, chain tensioning and sharpening. Read more...
Climatiseur cassette Carrier encastré au plafond pour commerce et bureau
Cassette air conditioner for a shop, café or office: benefits, capacity and installation
Cassette air conditioner in Morocco for a shop, café or office: benefits of ceiling AC, capacity to plan for your business, Carrier Inverter or On/Off cassettes, installation, maintenance and quotes. Read more...
Piscine hors sol tubulaire Bestway Steel Pro au Maroc
Bestway above-ground pool: how to set it up and keep the water clean
Above-ground pool in Morocco: which Bestway model to choose and at what price, how to pick the right spot, set up the pool, keep the water clean and protect children.... Read more...
Taille-haies sur batterie Gardena EasyCut 45/18V P4A
Hedge trimmers: electric, battery or petrol — which one to choose?
Electric, battery or petrol hedge trimmer: comparison, prices in Morocco for Gardena and Efco models, buying criteria and safety rules for trimming your hedges. Read more...
Arroseur oscillant Gardena pour arroser une pelouse au Maroc
Lawns in Morocco: How to Sow, Water and Mow a Heat-Resistant Lawn
Lawns in Morocco: which type of grass withstands the heat, when and how to sow, how to water without waste and how to mow correctly in summer. Practical tips and... Read more...
Chauffe-eau électrique Ariston 50 litres – comparer les marques de chauffe-eau au Maroc
Ariston, Bosch, Chaffoteaux, Pacific… Which Water Heater Brand to Choose in Morocco?
Ariston, Bosch, Chaffoteaux, Pacific, Thermor, VM… A neutral comparison of the water heater brands available in Morocco: ranges, listed features and real prices, to choose according to your needs. Read more...
Lampe LED linéaire 24W pour rail magnétique, éclairage intérieur
Indoor LED Lighting: How to Light Your Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom
Indoor LED lighting in Morocco: which light, LED spotlights, ceiling lights, magnetic track rails and LED profiles to choose for the living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Read more...
Climatiseur réversible Thomson Inverter 18000 BTU chaud et froid
Reversible Air Conditioner: Heating Your Home in Winter in Morocco (Ifrane, Fez, Oujda, Driouch)
Reversible air conditioner in Morocco: how a heat and cool AC heats in winter, how efficient it is in cold weather (Ifrane, Fez, Oujda, Driouch), the right settings and the... Read more...
Débroussailleuse thermique Efco pour terrain et ferme au Maroc
Brush Cutter: Petrol or Battery? How to Choose for Land, Farm or Garden
Petrol, battery or electric brush cutter: differences, engine displacement, cutting attachments, prices in Morocco and safety rules to choose the right one for your garden, land or farm. Read more...
Sécateur Gardena pour la taille de l'olivier au Maroc
Olive tree care in Morocco: pruning, tools and calendar
Pruning olive trees in Morocco: when to prune after the harvest, how to open up the tree and remove dead wood, which tools to choose (pruning shears, saw, pole pruner,... Read more...
Chauffe-eau électrique 80 litres Ariston – choisir la bonne capacité au Maroc
30, 50, 80 or 100 litre electric water heater: which capacity for your family?
30, 50, 80 or 100 litres? A guide table by household size, heat-up time calculation, vertical, horizontal or slim formats, placement and prices of electric water heaters in Morocco. Read more...
Robot de piscine électrique Zodiac RT3200
Pool robot: is it worth it? How it works, benefits and how to choose (Zodiac)
Pool robot in Morocco: how it works, benefits, limitations, prices and a Zodiac RT3200 vs RA 6700 iQ comparison to help you choose the right pool cleaning robot. Read more...
Climatiseur mural Carrier AMBI Inverter R32 12 000 BTU
12000 BTU air conditioner in Morocco: what room size, which model and what price?
12000 BTU air conditioner in Morocco: what room size it suits, when it is enough, which type to choose (wall-mounted, portable, ducted, cassette), why Inverter is the better choice and... Read more...
Arroseur oscillant Gardena AquaZoom pour arroser une pelouse au Maroc
Oscillating, rotary or impulse sprinkler: which sprinkler for your lawn?
Oscillating, rotary, circular or impulse sprinkler: a comparison of garden sprinkler types, areas covered, prices in Morocco and tips for choosing the right sprinkler for your lawn. Read more...
Kit alarme sans fil Hikvision AX PRO pour protéger une maison vide ou une résidence secondaire au Maroc
Empty home during the holidays or a second home: how to protect it remotely
Holidays, second home, family house of Moroccans living abroad: how to monitor and protect an empty home remotely in Morocco with solar 4G cameras, a wireless alarm, a smart lock... Read more...
Niveau laser autonivelant TOTAL TLL306505 portée 30 m
Laser level: how to use it for tiling, suspended ceilings and shelves
Setting up, adjusting and using a self-leveling laser level to lay tiles, mark out a suspended ceiling or align shelves, with the right habits for accuracy and safety. Read more...
Clé à chocs sans fil brushless TOTAL 20 V 1350 N.m carré 3/4 pouce
Impact wrench: corded or cordless, how to choose (torque, drive size)?
Corded or cordless impact wrench, torque in N.m, 1/4", 1/2" or 3/4" drive: our guide to choosing the right impact wrench for your work (wheels, mechanics, farm machinery), with prices... Read more...
Module volet roulant Wi-Fi Shelly 2PM Gen3 pour volet roulant connecté
Smart roller shutters: automate them intelligently with a Wi-Fi module
Making your roller shutters smart in Morocco: manual or already motorised shutters, the Shelly 2PM Gen3 Wi-Fi roller shutter module, wiring by an electrician, safety and useful scenarios. Read more...
Caméra Wi-Fi intérieure Tapo C220 pour surveiller bébé, parents âgés ou animaux au Maroc
Indoor Wi-Fi camera: watch your baby, elderly parents or pets from your phone
An indoor Wi-Fi camera lets you keep an eye on your baby, an elderly parent or your pets from your phone. Useful features, where to place it, privacy settings and... Read more...
Meuleuse d'angle 1500 W disque 125 mm TOTAL
Angle grinder: 115, 125 or 230 mm? How to choose one and use it safely
115, 125, 180 or 230 mm, corded or cordless, which disc for which material: our guide to choosing an angle grinder in Morocco and using it safely. Read more...
Nettoyeur haute pression à essence TOTAL 214 bars 8,7 L/min
Pressure washer: pressure (bar), flow rate and uses (car, terrace, facade)
Bar, flow rate in L/min, electric or petrol: how to read a pressure washer's specifications and use it properly on your car, terrace and facade in Morocco. Read more...
Assistant vocal Alexa Echo Dot pour maison connectée au Maroc
Alexa voice assistant: control your home by voice in Morocco (lights, AC, sockets)
Alexa in Morocco: Echo Dot price, compatible devices for controlling lights, air conditioning and electrical circuits by voice, step-by-step setup and good practice. Read more...
Ponceuse murale TOTAL 750 W plateau 180 mm avec LED pour poncer les murs
Random orbital, finishing or belt sander: which one should you choose for your projects?
Random orbital, finishing, belt, delta or drywall sander: find out which sander to choose for sanding wood, furniture or walls, which abrasive grit to use and which TOTAL models to... Read more...
Perforateur burineur SDS-Plus 1800 W 7 J TOTAL pour percer le béton
Rotary hammer drill: SDS-Plus, power, impact energy — the guide to drilling concrete
SDS-Plus or SDS-Hex, joules or watts, corded or cordless: everything you need to know to choose a rotary hammer drill in Morocco and drill concrete efficiently and safely. Read more...
Kit combo d'outils sans fil brushless 20 V TOTAL avec 2 batteries 4,0 Ah
Cordless power tools: how to choose your battery platform (18V, 20V, Ah)
18V or 20V, 2 Ah or 5 Ah, brushless motor, bare tool or kit: how to choose a consistent battery platform for your cordless power tools in Morocco. Read more...
Serrure connectée à code pour location Airbnb au Maroc
Smart lock for an Airbnb rental in Morocco: temporary codes and self check-in
How to use a smart lock in an Airbnb rental in Morocco: one code per guest, temporary codes, self check-in and models suited to short-term rentals. Read more...
Caméra dôme Dahua 5 MP pour la vidéosurveillance d'un magasin ou d'un café au Maroc
CCTV for a shop, café or business in Morocco: how many cameras and where to place them?
Grocery, café, boutique, pharmacy or warehouse: how many cameras to install in your business in Morocco, where to place them (till, entrance, stock, terrace), which XVR recorder to choose, what... Read more...
Scie à onglet TOTAL 1800 W lame 255 mm pour la coupe du bois
Circular saw, jigsaw or mitre saw: which saw for woodworking?
Circular saw, jigsaw or mitre saw: find out what each saw is for, how to choose the power and the blade, and which TOTAL models to pick for your woodworking... Read more...
Perceuse visseuse sans fil brushless 20 V TOTAL avec 2 batteries
Cordless drill driver: how to choose the right one (voltage, torque, battery)
12 V, 18 V or 20 V? 25 or 60 Nm? 1.5 or 2 Ah? Our guide to choosing the right cordless drill driver in Morocco for your projects, with... Read more...