Tips for Keeping Your Workshop Clean and Organized
1.
Create a plan of how you want your workshop to be laid out, where you want all of your tools to be and play around with the layout until you are happy with it.
That way you won't have to be moving all of your tools and equipment around, you will just have to erase on your plan and try again! 2.
In your planning, make sure you plan on where you will need electrical outlets.
Place machinery that needs outlets, near those.
If you need to use extension cords, it's a good idea to run those cords up the wall and through the ceiling to prevent clutter and to keep your floor clear of obstacles.
If you need more outlets, you can also use a retractable cord reel, which will keep cords more organized.
3.
Are you using big heaving machinery that you need to move around on occasion? It's a good idea to put some of those tools on wheels for easier accessibility.
4.
Make sure that all the tools that go together are within easy reach of each other.
Hang all of your tool's accessories next to their respective tools so you can easily access them when needed.
5.
Adding overhead storage is a great way to maximize workspace and minimize clutter.
Especially if you have some tools that you rarely use, overhead storage can keep those tools out of your way, but they are still readily available when you need them.
6.
Make sure you have smaller boxes or drawers to keep and organize your nuts and bolts.
Keep them all separate, and perhaps label them so you know when you are running low on something, and can easily replenish your supply.
7.
Make sure that your workshop maximizes efficiency and practicality.
You know best what you will use your workspace for, so make sure you have organized your workspace to meet your needs.
8.
Storage cabinets are a great way to store supplies, and keep them out of the way.
They can "hide" a lot of your stuff, making the workspace less cluttered.
You can also buy shop-built inserts that fit into the cabinet so help organize all your tools and supplies.
9.
Just because this is a workshop, doesn't mean it can't have a little color.
Try adding color laminates to cabinet drawers or shelving.
You can create and design this workshop to make it your own.
10.
If you have a lot of tools that require batteries, create a charging station for all of the battery packs.
This keeps all batteries and chargers together for easy access when one of your tools suddenly runs out of juice.
11.
Simple and easy: keep your station clean and organized.
Every day before you close up shop, make sure to sweep and vacuum your workshop.
Keeping a tidy workstation will maximize efficiency.
Make sure that all tools are cleaned and stored properly to avoid damage to the tools or to you.
Keeping a clean workshop will minimize clutter, and it will be easier for you to see what you have.
Create a plan of how you want your workshop to be laid out, where you want all of your tools to be and play around with the layout until you are happy with it.
That way you won't have to be moving all of your tools and equipment around, you will just have to erase on your plan and try again! 2.
In your planning, make sure you plan on where you will need electrical outlets.
Place machinery that needs outlets, near those.
If you need to use extension cords, it's a good idea to run those cords up the wall and through the ceiling to prevent clutter and to keep your floor clear of obstacles.
If you need more outlets, you can also use a retractable cord reel, which will keep cords more organized.
3.
Are you using big heaving machinery that you need to move around on occasion? It's a good idea to put some of those tools on wheels for easier accessibility.
4.
Make sure that all the tools that go together are within easy reach of each other.
Hang all of your tool's accessories next to their respective tools so you can easily access them when needed.
5.
Adding overhead storage is a great way to maximize workspace and minimize clutter.
Especially if you have some tools that you rarely use, overhead storage can keep those tools out of your way, but they are still readily available when you need them.
6.
Make sure you have smaller boxes or drawers to keep and organize your nuts and bolts.
Keep them all separate, and perhaps label them so you know when you are running low on something, and can easily replenish your supply.
7.
Make sure that your workshop maximizes efficiency and practicality.
You know best what you will use your workspace for, so make sure you have organized your workspace to meet your needs.
8.
Storage cabinets are a great way to store supplies, and keep them out of the way.
They can "hide" a lot of your stuff, making the workspace less cluttered.
You can also buy shop-built inserts that fit into the cabinet so help organize all your tools and supplies.
9.
Just because this is a workshop, doesn't mean it can't have a little color.
Try adding color laminates to cabinet drawers or shelving.
You can create and design this workshop to make it your own.
10.
If you have a lot of tools that require batteries, create a charging station for all of the battery packs.
This keeps all batteries and chargers together for easy access when one of your tools suddenly runs out of juice.
11.
Simple and easy: keep your station clean and organized.
Every day before you close up shop, make sure to sweep and vacuum your workshop.
Keeping a tidy workstation will maximize efficiency.
Make sure that all tools are cleaned and stored properly to avoid damage to the tools or to you.
Keeping a clean workshop will minimize clutter, and it will be easier for you to see what you have.
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