When it comes to home improvement and working on DIY projects, having an organized and efficient workspace can make all the difference. In this article, we'll explore how various elements can help you optimize your home workshop, offering practical solutions for better organization and improved work efficiency.
1. Get Tools Mobilized
Moving heavy and bulky objects in a workshop can be a daunting task. However, a heavy-duty mobile base can be a game changer. With an impressive weight capacity and adjustable dimensions to fit most equipment, these mobile bases make shifting equipment easier than ever. Plus, they're designed to be low-profile and minimize the height increase of your machines.
2. Make Use of Wall Space
Wall storage is invaluable when organizing your shop. It helps clear floor space, get rid of clutter in your workshop, and put your tools within easy reach so you can work more efficiently.
Two popular wall storage solutions are pegboards and slat walls with shelf and hook attachments. Both options are highly customizable and keep your tools at eye level, making them easy to see and reach while you work. Plus, if your tool collection grows, you can move hooks and shelves around to make room for new tools.
Another great option is wall-mounted shelving and wall racks, which are a great option for organizing large items, like piping and lumber.
3. Use a Foldable Workstation
Keeping a workspace uncluttered is key to efficiency, but big, bulky tables and workstations can take up a lot of space. By using a foldable workstation, you can easily fold it away when it is not in use, freeing up more room for you to work and move around in. With various sizes and shapes available, you can choose one that's perfect for your specific needs.
If you have extra wall space, a wall-mounted worktop is a convenient option to save floor space. If you're looking to save on cost, you can build your own wall-mounted worktop.
4. Find a Place for Everything in the Drawer
Tired of constantly rifling through a jumbled mess of tools in your drawers? Cluttered drawers can be a nightmare for anyone working in the shop. One effective and easily customizable option is foam inserts, like Kaizen Foam. This foam comes in sheets, and you simply cut the foam inserts to fit the shape of each tool and drawer to give every tool the space it needs. The foam protects each tool and keeps it in its place. Then, when it's time to clean up, it makes it easy to put everything away and see if any tools are missing.
Another great organizing option is tool trays. They come in a variety of sizes and can be stacked to save drawer space. To make cleanup easier, you can also label each tray so that you know exactly where each tool belongs. Even though the tools in your drawers are out of sight, organizing them will help you be more efficient and help keep your tools in excellent condition.
5. Keep Cords Wrapped Up
Dealing with tangled extension cords is a hassle and can be dangerous. One great way to store extension cords is with cord reels. These handy tools keep cords carefully wrapped and out of the way, preventing the cord from getting tangled or kinked.
Looking for a cost-effective option? Simple hooks can be mounted on the wall or ceiling to hang extension cords, making them easily accessible and out of the way.
If you need a way to keep your tool's cords organized and close at hand while you work, the BORA Centipede has an inexpensive Hook accessory that hangs on the Centipede.
Incorporating smart storage solutions in your workshop will make you more efficient and make the space more enjoyable to work in. Check out our previous post here for more information on easy hacks to organizing a small shop.
