Let's think about the main qualities of a good home. Clean? It is necessary. Cosy? Of course, the house should please the eye. Stylish in design? Of course - this is why we often do renovations, so that the house does not resemble a grandma’s apartment, but is fashionable - after all, at home you have to take selfies somehow. But do you know what the main point is? Everything in the house should work. The new design is of no use if you have only one socket for the entire apartment, the lock in the bathroom is trying to lock the guest inside with no chance of getting out, and somewhere in the bedroom a table leg is wobbling lonely. A good house is a house where everything is in order. Therefore, a tool storage system must be thought out in the house, and even more so in the garage.
There are tons of ideas for storing tools, from DIY drawers to organizers and pegboards. Organizing tool storage sometimes combines several different methods. In this article, we tried to list all the most basic ones - they are designed to systematize the tools so that they are convenient to both store and use.
In what cases and where is a tool storage system necessary?
1. In the garage. It doesn’t matter whether you have a car, a motorcycle, or whether the garage is used as a warehouse - it almost always stores some kind of tools - both for equipment and ordinary household ones. Garages are different, sometimes there is very little space left to store tools - various devices, life hacks and ideas help here.
2. In a home workshop. If you have a separate room for a workshop, then you need a whole storage system consisting of different containers and accessories.
3. In a house or apartment. Some minimum set of tools should always be in your apartment, even if you do not need repairs. For example, you updated your household appliances or bought new furniture - when installing, you will definitely need a screwdriver, screws or self-tapping screws, a hammer, etc. In this case, it is better to organize the storage of tools at home in order to immediately find the right item in various situations.
4. On the balcony or loggia. Storing the instrument on the balcony is the least preferred method, since the temperature on the loggia and balcony always depends on the time of year and weather conditions, but nevertheless, it is sometimes necessary to resort to it. In autumn, winter and spring it will be humid, cold, and there will also be temperature changes, which can damage the instruments - they will rust, the packaging will be damaged from moisture. In summer, there is also a high risk of the packaging being damaged - in direct sunlight, the plastic packaging of the tool box will melt and fade. In addition, do not forget that such things greatly clutter the balcony - it is better to clear it of all unnecessary things and use it as a relaxation area.
5. In the pantry. Storing tools in an apartment with a storage room is a great option so that they are always at hand, but not mixed with other things that are needed every day. Tools can be stored in the pantry on a shelf or hung on a special organizer on the wall or door.
Containers for ceiling mounting
This is not the most suitable option for storing the necessary tool at home, but it is quite suitable for a garage or country shed. There is only one downside: containers require additional investments. Otherwise, the principle of operation is simple: a kind of railing for kitchen drawers is made from wood, along which filled containers are slid in and fixed to the ceiling. The ceiling covering itself acts as a cover here. However, you can only store something light in containers, since lifting containers filled with heavy items is inconvenient.
How can you organize a tool storage system?
1. Cabinets.
A tool storage cabinet is a closed storage method. Its advantages are that practically no dust flies inside, and the tools are not visible from the outside. This method is suitable for storage in an apartment, where you do not need to always keep all the tools at hand, as in a garage.
2. Shelving.
When space allows, you can add a tool rack - this is an open storage method that maintains a feeling of spaciousness. In addition, shelving is convenient for zoning space. On the shelves of the rack you can store boxes, boxes and containers for tools.
3. Shelves.
You can make storage shelves yourself by purchasing all the necessary accessories at a hardware store. To prevent tools from collecting dust on your shelves, some of them can be stored in transparent containers.
4. Perforated panels.
A perforated tool storage panel will be very convenient in a garage where there is no extra square footage to place drawers or boxes. Storing tools on a perforated panel also has one very big advantage: you immediately see all the objects and can literally take the necessary key or screwdriver in one movement.
5. Various wall modules.
Storing tools on the wall will save you a lot of space on the floor - such modules can be hung in different parts of the wall. Those tools that are needed most often are hung at eye and hand level to ensure maximum convenient access. Those that are used less frequently can be hung higher or lower.
6. Boxes, boxes and boxes.
You can make your own tool storage boxes from leftover wood. Such drawers are convenient for storing dirty and large tools, such as sledgehammers. Smaller items are best stored in boxes or boxes with lids. Even on transparent tool boxes, it is better to put stickers with inscriptions on what is inside - this idea will make it easier to find the right item. In the garage, it will be convenient to use a tool storage box on wheels - to roll it when you are repairing something under the car.
7. Cases.
Modular tool storage in cases is convenient when one tool is available in several sizes at once. This way you can store screwdrivers, wrenches, etc. in modular cases. You can create convenient wall cases yourself by hanging them in different parts of the garage, depending on the frequency of use.
8. Trays.
This method is suitable for a workshop where there is usually a desktop. When you work at a desk, it will be difficult to reach for a perforated panel on the wall or lean into a drawer. A tray for storing tools on the table will allow you to immediately see everything and get what you need.
9. Organizers.
The organizer for storing tools can be either wall-mounted or desktop. If you have little space in your garage, storage room or workshop, then use a wall-mounted one (you can even find one with transparent pockets for the most convenient search). If you have a desk in the room where you want to store your tools, then try a desk organizer.
10. Special cases and bags.
A tool storage case is usually used as a travel option. If you often carry tools from the garage to home and back, then it is very convenient to roll up the cover and unfold it back. A tool storage bag has the same advantage - it is mobile and easier to pick up than a box or box.
11. Special tool boxes on wheels.
We have already mentioned them - they are ideal for garages, so that the box can be rolled towards you while under the car. The same idea can be used in workshops when you are repairing a large object that needs to be approached from different angles.
Wall clamp holder
Carpenter's clamps are often piled up or placed in a corner of the home workshop. Build a shelf holder for them from waste wood and a piece of sheet material.
Our homemade device can accommodate up to six rack clamps. You can increase the dimensions of the hanger to store more tools by approximately 30mm for each tool. Please note that if the holder expands significantly, you will need to strengthen the bar or place additional support in the middle.
Dimensions of blanks for wall clamp holder.
Cut the workpieces according to size and sand the visible surfaces. Align the parts and drill the countersunk holes.
Screw the bar to the supports with 4.5x40 mm screws.
Turn the pieces over and secure the back panel.
Hang the holder on the wall through the drilled mounting holes.
Directly below this device there is a place to store C-shaped clamps.
Ready-made wall holder for carpentry clamps.
The holders for them are very simple and are made separately for each set of clamps. The dimensions of the suspension are selected based on the fact that the width of the protruding shelf should be slightly less than the distance between the jaws.
Holder for storing C-clamps.
Lifehacks for organizing a storage system for tools
1. Be sure to sort your tools. By storing everything in one large drawer or closet, you will spend a lot of time looking for the things you need and end up creating clutter. Distribute the tools according to their purpose:
- marking;
- drums;
- clamping;
- measuring;
- for thread cutting;
- for cutting and processing metal;
- for holes;
- for assembling threaded connections;
- etc. at your discretion.
2. Observe how you use the tools: those that you need more often should be in an easily accessible and closest place - always “at hand”, then you can carry out repair work faster.
3. In general, all tools should be visible, so open storage is a priority (on racks, shelves, hanging, etc.), or in a glazed cabinet or transparent box - this helps to quickly find what you need.
4. Use storage space wisely so that your tools take up as little space as possible. If you have a studio apartment, then a separate cabinet for tools is perhaps too much. Leave only the most necessary ones, and those that are used in rare cases can be stored in our warehouse.
Workshop ventilation
Cross-ventilation is best, so place your workbench between a door and a window if possible.
If the work is dusty or you will be using solvents or other volatile substances, cross-ventilation with air flowing from your back is preferable. This, together with an appropriate mask/respirator, will provide reasonable protection from airborne substances and particles.
Consider artificial ventilation using fans if adequate air circulation in the room is not possible. In cold climates, where windows and doors are kept closed and the room is heated, circulate air throughout the room using a fan air circulation system, preferably with a filter that is easy to clean. Adhesives and paints can produce fumes, so cross-ventilation is helpful in dispersing these fumes and also helps the adhesives and paints dry.
The attic will help you store tools
Hand tools are needed in every home, but the need to use them usually does not arise often. If you have already done home renovations, then most likely you do not need most of the tools temporarily - and it is better to take them to the garage or to the dacha (so as not to clutter up the balcony or mezzanine). But if there is no garage or dacha (or they are not heated in cold weather), and the area of the apartment does not allow storing things that are temporarily not needed? In this case, the Attic will come to the rescue - any hand tools, power tools, measuring objects can be handed over to us for storage.
Advantages of storing tools in the Attic:
- warm warehouse: in any season - both winter and summer - we have a stable temperature of +20 degrees Celsius and the correct level of humidity;
- ventilated room with constant ventilation - our tools will not rust or deteriorate;
- Security is at the highest level: CCTV cameras with no blind spots are installed along the entire perimeter of the warehouse, and there is also 24-hour security;
- The main advantage is packaging and delivery directly to your home.
Movers know how to pack things professionally, so if some tool no longer has the store packaging, it doesn’t matter, we will securely pack it in film, a box or any other necessary packaging material. We also pick up things directly from home - you don’t have to go anywhere and carry things yourself. This is especially important, because some instruments are quite heavy: our team will handle them easily, and you will not strain yourself, risking breaking your back. We also return items upon request - we will deliver them anywhere in Moscow.
Bottles or canisters
Another convenient option is to use cut plastic bottles or canisters for storage. The volume is selected individually, trimmed to the required height. Canisters are suitable for larger components. The only drawback is the lack of lids, but if plastic containers are considered as an option for storing tools in a closed garage, then even metal products are not afraid of atmospheric phenomena.
The advantages of this method are obvious: containers for such placement are free. If you choose no less convenient closed containers, then you will have to spend money on their purchase. Although, if you consider the one-time investment, it is worth it: the ability to choose containers of different volumes, hermetically sealed, which can be stacked on top of each other, is attractive.
How can I order a storage service?
- Call, leave a request on the website or write to us on social networks, tell us how many tools you have - we will calculate the volume of things and tell you the cost of the tariff.
- On a day convenient for you, movers will come to your home, they will carefully pack all the tools and take them to the warehouse. On the same day, items will appear in your personal account - a virtual warehouse.
- Enjoy a spacious garage, room, workshop or cottage! Everything that you temporarily do not need is stored with us, and you only have what you actually use. When you need something back, simply order a return and the movers will bring the tool back.
Operating rules
In order for the tool organizer to last as long as possible and not need to be repaired or made new, you should be able to handle it correctly:
- The general structural condition should be checked from time to time.
- If the material needs to be regularly treated with agents against damage and wear, then this should be done on time.
- You should not try to accommodate as many tools as possible and exceed the limit that was set at the stage of creating the drawings.
- Portable structures should be placed carefully in the trunk of a car or on the floor to avoid deformation.
- If there are latches and locks, you should open and close them carefully, without haste, so as not to damage them prematurely.
Please note that if you know all these rules and apply them, you will be able to use purchased or homemade organizers for a long period of time without compromising their overall condition.
Frequently asked questions about storing tools in the Attic
- What if I only need some of the tools? We will bring only what you need: when handing over, movers mark things - each has its own barcode, so to order one thing, you click the checkbox in your personal account and we will bring only it.
- Is it possible to store things only for a certain amount of time, for example, 1-2 months? Yes, all our tariffs start from one month - store as much as you need, and you can always extend the tariff.
- All my tools are unpackaged, will you accept them? Yes, of course - movers have 15 types of different packaging materials with them, and they will carefully pack any tool so that it is not damaged either during transportation or storage.
Cardboard tubes
Few people know that toilet paper rolls and paper towels can also be used to create insulated containers for storing small items. To do this, take a cardboard box and insert cardboard sleeves into it like pencils into a pencil holder. They are tightly fixed due to the contact of the walls, and you can put anything inside, from folded wires to radio components. For ease of use of the system, you can wrap several tubes with tape, thereby fastening them together.
conclusions
If we want the house to be not only cozy and beautiful, but also functional, that is, working, we need tools. In addition, there is often a need to create an individual storage system - in the garage, at the dacha, in your workshop. In all these cases, storage should be convenient and ergonomic. Distribute all tools into groups:
- frequently used / rarely used;
- large / medium / small;
- electric/non-electric;
- Consumables;
- measuring instruments;
- groups of similar objects.
In accordance with this, buy the necessary storage containers, make special storage devices with your own hands, and combine different methods. Anything you rarely need can be taken to the Attic warehouse, where things are stored in proper and safe conditions. Let only useful, necessary and pleasant things surround you, and everything else will fit perfectly on our pallets!
Rating of the best organizers
Stayer Organizer Space – 15
An inexpensive, inexpensive organizer model that is perfect for storing small items, various small items and consumables. It is equipped with a large number of cells, the width of which, if necessary, can be independently adjusted. The body is made of plastic, and the product weighs 0.66 kg. The dimensions of this model are 380x310x60 mm. Purpose – storage of hardware, consumables, small tool accessories.
Stayer Organizer Space – 15
Advantages:
- Price (414 rubles);
- Large number of cells;
- Possibility of adjusting cell sizes.
Flaws;
- Plastic locks.
DEWALT DWST82968-1
A reliable organizer presented on the domestic market by a popular global brand. Its main purpose is to store consumables and small accessories. Equipped with 10 compartments, metal locks, and a special handle for transportation. The volume of the main compartment is 7.8 liters. Product dimensions – 44x34x12 cm. Weight of this model – 2.36 kg. IP54 moisture and dust protection system. Possibility of using the TSTAK system.
DEWALT DWST82968-1
Advantages:
- Reliability;
- Practicality;
- Protection from dust and moisture;
- Metal locks and carrying handle;
- Quality of plastic;
- Spacious cells.
Flaws:
- High cost (3640 rubles).
