Recent content by tippybob

I have a box of assorted "cheap" sockets and ratchets, and want to sort and arrange them into complete sets (I am putting together a toolbox of "loaner" tools). There are 1/4" and 3/8" drive sockets and ratchets, both standard and metric sizes. I need some ideas for keeping the sockets sorted...

This might do the job for you http://www.smarthome.com/7317.html Or you could build your own with this probe and controller http://www.smarthome.com/7175.html

I store cans on wire "spice racks" mounted to the wall. The problem is that once there is a little grease or oil on the cans, they attract dirt and dust like crazy. I thought about cutting some clear plastic to hang down over them but it that would make it difficult to simply reach for a can...

I use a dehumidifier in the summer, for a two-car garage with my "work area" along one wall. The humidity level and temperature go up and down as doors are opened and our cars go in and out. If I am going to work in there the cars stay out for the day :) This solved the rusting problem, but I...

I saw that box at HD last week and it looked pretty good. The upper chest is bolted on top of the lower unit. The description doesn't include the total amount of storage space (cubic inches), which would let you compare it to other brands/models.

daddy, That's an interesting suggestion, but I don't think it will work in this case. My wife is an obsessive organizer and even though she would want my mess out of the garage, she would think that a bigger workshop = bigger mess!

I am setting up a small shop area in the corner of our two-car garage. We still need to get both cars in; if I can impress SWMBO with a neat and functional arrangement then the prospects of a larger workshop/garage will be looking good. Anyway, I would like ideas and suggestions for functional...

I'm new to this board - have been looking through the threads for info and opinions about Trafficmaster garage tiles from Home Depot. I can't find anything searching by that name. Does anyone have experience with this flooring and/or has information already been posted here? Thanks, Bob