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Space-saving tool cabinet

Space saving tool cabinet

Cabinet gives 4 times hanging space. Inside front doors outside and inside second doors and back. Using French cleats system allows moving tools around until you get them in a satisfactory position. I have modified the setup with the French cleats since taking this photo. The cabinet itself is hung on French cleats. Space in my 3 x 2 metre shed is at a premium. It is still a work in progress.

Materials

Size of cabinet 880x660x390mm made from scrap 18mm chipboard. Piano hinges for 4 doors. Drawers hold bits and pieces (screws, sharpening stone, dowel jigs, etc.

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Comments

KatieC

Hi @Alx,

Such a great space saving project! Thank you for sharing your tool cabinet with the community. I agree that French cleats make re-organising easy. It would be awesome to see a photo with the new set up. You mentioned it is still a work in progress, what is next to tick off your list?

Well done.

Katie

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/27092#Comment_27092

@Alx

Envious is the word I will use! All my tools are stacked in a hutch type deal. I have been half thinking of how to store them as like you said space is at a premium (My tool room is the laundry lol) Think I will try and incorporate something like what you have done and the sideways sliding tool shelf I have seen in the community workshop also.

Nice use of space for sure!

Dave

KatieC

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/76332#Comment_76332

Haha @Dave-1, my front bedroom is currently our workshop during our renovations! I cannot wait to get things organised. I look forward to seeing what you create with your space.

Katie

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/102056#Comment_102056

@KatieC

hahaha Well on my new list (and yeah it always changes priority) I have

Fix balcony concrete and replace handrail.

Maybe put an awning above the patio area.

Relook at Laundry storage. (keep an eye out for a tool trolley that dosnt look liek a tool trolley for inside the house)

Front foyer retrofit and install some bookcases for DVD's and multimedia type stuff.

Kitchen rip out and replace. (inc dining room area rip up tiles from kitchen and dining room)

Bathroom modify using the tile pain and maybe putting in a larger bath.

Redo the main bedroom

Spare berdoom...

and then the list waffles on and fades away.

I must say that watching everyons projects certinly brings into focus what I want to do next 🙂

Dave

KatieC

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/118029#Comment_118029

Big list @Dave-1, but I know you are going to smash it out in no time! My mom's advice to me was just take it one room at a time and focus on only that, so to not overwhelm me. So far, so good. I am really looking forward to seeing your kitchen, dining, and bathrooms transform.

Katie

Tyro

Alx that is one super-organised tool cabinet! Congatulations on the design and easy access ideas.

Thanks also for introducing me to such things as French cleats! I have just the project for them! 👏

Cheers 👍🏻

Tyro

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/118029#Comment_118029

Dave-1 what a workload! I agree there are so many fantastically inspirational ideas out there! By accident I discovered if you click on a profile photo of a member who is doing similar projects, you can see all their photos. I've seen lots of tool storage ideas - especially the mobile oak cabinet https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/31347)!

It's a work of art!

Btw ... when you're doing your kitchen, remember to make every door handle accesible e.g. so the fridge door handle is on the correct side of the cabinet and doesn't open on the wall side! 🙄😖

EricL

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/127392#Comment_127392

Hello @Tyro

Let me tag @Dave-1 to make them aware of your suggestions. I totally agree, the tool storage ideas available are amazing. If you ever decide to build one for yourself, make sure to post an update. I'm sure our members will be keen to see what you build.

Eric

Jason

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/127392#Comment_127392

Hi again @Tyro,

Make sure you check out our collection of Tool storage solutions by Workshop community members as well as the Top 10 most popular garage and shed projects.

You can also head to Featured Projects and browse by Garage and Shed.

Jason

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/127392#Comment_127392

@Tyro

hahahah 🙂 I have done a kitchen before 🙂 I didnt end up with that issue, I did end up with pain drips down every wall one night...

I will add to your not to do list...

-Dont paint a sealed room (Covered all the windows and doorways up so paint fumes wouldnt go through teh house...) at the height of winter and leave the 1000W halagen flood light in the room "to keep it warm" The humidy went through the rooof and I had drip ,marks everwhere the next morning lol

-Dont think multiple sheet layers on the floor over a sheet of plastic and then put halagen ligh on top is a waise idea... The sheet of plastic was melted to the golden coloured carpet... Had to shave the plastic off with a stanley knife! lol

I checked out the cabinet, nice! I dont have that level of setup/skill? 🙂 I do appreciate nice work tho.

The things we learn 🙂

Dave

Tyro

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/133521#Comment_133521

😂😂😂😂 I can almost feel your pain with those 'oops' moments. Hope your stay in the doghouse was comfortable! 🤣🤣🤣

And if you start off with little items you can achieve something as fantastic as the cabinets built by Alx or PeakyBlinder71. Everyone starts off on the first rung of the ladder! 👍🏻

Cheers 🤗

WayneM

Great work @Alx.

Many thanks for sharing, and well done.

We are interested in turning your project into a Featured Project article. Do you have any more pictures you could share?

It would also be great if you could share the steps you took in creating your tool cabinet. I'm sure any other tips or lessons learned would assist others wanting to attempt a similar project.

Many thanks,

Wayne

Tyro

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/118029#Comment_118029

Hi @Dave-1

I was reading these posts again and had forgotten how to do a french cleat. Unsure what your level of experience is, but this video has some excellent hints and tips! I thought you might find it useful.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0swpJpSHt3Y

I hope your bucket list of reno's has decreased a bit!

Cheers 🤗

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/127778#Comment_127778

Morning @Tyro

Now that is a sweet setup for a wall. Yeah I could do that for sure 🙂 tho might need a new plate for the bottom of my circular saw (dinged it 😕 ) lol I really like them as it would save so much effort when rejigging a room around. Really, relaly should start digging my workshop out! 🙂

Dave

Tyro

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/133757#Comment_133757

Good luck @Dave-1 !!

Large cardboard boxes are also good! My kitchen island has saws, drill, vice and etc tools, cooking, sewing and craft 'stuff' on it! I have enough room for one bowl and a chopping board! 🙄😂😂

Maybe pick up an couple of old cabinets at Salvos or somewhere and revamp them? That video gas me thinking of using the hall wall! And fancy up some cupboard doors with some beading or timber trim.

Sorry to hear about the saw plate ... I've bern having alot of gaffs lately ... putting it all down to the gremlins and the little green men 👽👻🤖👾 🤣🤣🤣

Good luck if you're putting a bit on today's race!

Cheers 🤗

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/137472#Comment_137472

Afternoon @Tyro

my "Gaff" was noy using the circular saw correctly in an enclosed space... I really didnt listen to the guy on my shoulder when he was saying"is that wise" shaking my head at myslef. 🙂

I find when I am tired, stressed or just have things on my mind other then the job is when I make those mistakes. The French cleats reminds me of the old school picture rails (which I still like) and have been tempte dto do a modern version for the hallway at least!

Nah, I use to run the sweaps for work but dont anymore. But good luck if you do 🙂

Dave

Tyro

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/140019#Comment_140019

Hi @Dave-1

I have one of those shoulder companions too ... it's voice has got louder over the years! And I've heard too many nasty stories about farmers ending up in an ambulance by ignoring that voice! I have to remind myself that I'm retired so there's no rush to do the job and so have little nap instead of rushing it! It must have been a relief to you that at least it was only the saw that needed repairing! 😁

The picture rails sound great! Alot of spirit level work involved, but if your place has high ceilings they would certainly give it nice touch.

I don't follow the race. I spend too much money at the hardware store! 🤣

Good luck safely getting through The List!

Cheers! 🤗

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