When You Are Tired Of Looking For Your Tools, Get One Of These!
Most of us own at least a hammer, saw, and nails. How would we hang that picture without them, right? For the casual repair minded guy or girl, these basics might suffice, but things get more complicated as time goes on. We graduate to screwdrivers and wrenches, tape measures and levels, crowbars and files. What do we do with all these tools? Alas, for many of us, we just throw them into an old box, or onto the shelf, or chuck them into the garage. Not a very glorious storage place for our cherished implements is it? Having said that, is a tool chest the most appropriate storage device for everyone? We have identified eight different types of tool storage systems. These systems are:Storage System #1) Soft Tool CarriersMade to store your tools efficiently, they are usually made out of “rip-stop” materials (to reduce the chance of tearing). Great for carrying tools around the house for those “quick jobs”.Storage System #2) Wall-mounted Tool OrganizerMany of us live in townhouses or condos where space is at the premium. We need to store our tools, but we don’t have much space. Wall-mounted tool organizing units are great for these particular situations. They keep your tools organized, and out of the way as well.Storage System #3) Carpenters’ ToolboxCarpenters have specific tools to perform their job with. They need a system to not only store these implements, but to transport them back and forth from the job site. The Carpenters’ Tool Box not only fits these needs, it meets one more. It is usually made out of wood (to protect metal blades and bit edges from damage).Storage Device #4) A Mechanics’ ToolboxThese tool storage systems are especially made for storing and transporting mechanics’ tools. They are usually constructed out of metal or high-impact resin. The best versions of this system have drawer trays and drawer liners.Tool Storage #5) Compartment Box for PartsSmall parts and little accessories are always getting lost and in the way. This storage device will fit the bill perfectly. Especially great for storing:a) Small toolsb) Drill Bitsc) Saw Bladesd) Parts that are commonly usede) Tiny Nailsf) ScrewsUsually constructed out of metal or high-impact resin, some models have adjustable compartments.Tool Storage #6) Tool Chest for a MechanicThese tool storage systems are especially made for storing a mechanics’ tools. Usually made from metal or high-impact resin, some chests have wheels so they can be easily portable around the garage.Storage Device #7) The Gang BoxIf you have a lot of tools that you need to move around the job site, these storage systems are idea. They are usually made out of very durable materials, like metal or high-impact resin. Most of these systems have locking tops to ensure that tools do not “walk off”.Storage System #8) Truck BoxIf you have a truck, these storage systems are great for not only storing your tools, but transporting them to and fro. They are usually made out of steel, high-impact resin, or aluminum. Since these systems are fitted onto the back of a truck, they are usually equipped with locking tops to ensure tool safety.Was this “round up” of tool storage systems helpful? We hope so. If you are really interested in finding that great tool chest, we have a number of TOP PICKS available for your consideration on our blog.
