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Garage Workshop, Cordless Power Tools & Storage That Lasts
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items Turning our cluttered garage into a real workshop made every weekend project easier and a lot more fun. I put together the cordless drills and power tools we actually use, the tool chests, workbenches, and wall storage that finally got everything off...
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Cordless Drills, Impact Drivers & Power Tools
Rolling Tool Chests, Workbenches & Wall Storage
Tough Workwear, Work Lights & Safety Gear
Cordless Drills, Impact Drivers & Power Tools
The cordless drills, drivers, and handy power tools that handle most of our home projects.
The DeWalt drill and impact driver combo was the first real tool kit we bought for our home, and it is still our most used. The drill handles everything from hanging shelves to building a fence, and the impact driver sinks long screws with ease. Two ...
DeWalt Max Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit
The Milwaukee Fuel combo kit is what we upgraded to for bigger projects. The hammer drill goes through brick and concrete for anchoring shelves, and the impact driver has serious power. They feel balanced and comfortable in the hand, and the batterie...
Milwaukee Fuel Brushless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit
The Ryobi One Plus combo kit is my favorite starter set for new homeowners. It comes with a drill, impact driver, saw, and light, all using the same battery. It is affordable, reliable for most household jobs, and Ryobi has an endless lineup of tools...
Ryobi One Plus Cordless Four-Tool Combo Kit
The Makita LXT compact combo kit is light and easy to handle, which makes it great for overhead work. We use it for assembling furniture, installing curtain rods, and small repairs around the house. The tools feel solid, and the fast charger gets us ...
Makita LXT Cordless Compact Two-Piece Combo Kit
The DeWalt oscillating multi-tool is the problem solver in our garage. I have used it to trim door jambs for new flooring, cut out old caulk, and make clean plunge cuts in drywall. It changes blades in seconds without tools, and it gets into tight sp...
DeWalt XR Cordless Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool
The DeWalt cordless jig saw makes curved cuts and quick trims easy without dragging out an extension cord. I used it to cut out a sink opening in a countertop and to build our kids a wooden puzzle. It runs smoothly with little vibration, and blade ch...
DeWalt Cordless Jig Saw
The Bosch Blaze laser measure made measuring rooms for new flooring and furniture a one person job. I point, click, and get an exact distance on the screen in a second. We keep one in the garage, one in the kitchen drawer, and one in the car for shop...
Bosch Blaze Laser Measure Three-Pack
The Ryobi cordless inflator lives in our garage for bike tires, car tires, and sports balls. It runs off the same battery as our drill, so there is no hunting for an outlet. Just set the pressure you want and it stops on its own, which makes it easy ...
Ryobi One Plus Cordless High Pressure Inflator
Rolling Tool Chests, Workbenches & Wall Storage
The tool chests, workbench, and wall systems that finally got everything off our garage floor.
The Husky rolling tool chest finally gave every tool in our garage a home. The drawers glide smoothly even when fully loaded, and the top cabinet holds bigger power tools. Now I can find the right wrench in seconds instead of digging through a bucket...
Husky Heavy Duty Rolling Tool Chest and Top Cabinet Set
The Husky adjustable workbench is the heart of our garage workshop. I raise it for detail work and lower it for bigger assembly jobs, and the solid wood top handles hammering and clamping. It changed our weekend projects from kneeling on the floor to...
Husky Adjustable Height Workbench with Solid Wood Top
The Milwaukee Packout rolling tool box is the base of our modular tool storage system. It rolls easily from the garage to the backyard, and the other Packout boxes lock right on top. It is tough and weather resistant, and it keeps our most used tools...
Milwaukee Packout Rolling Modular Tool Box
Gladiator GearTrack got our rakes, shovels, and extension cords off the floor and onto the wall. The channels mount quickly, and the hooks move around whenever our needs change. Our garage instantly looked twice as big, and now we can actually park t...
Gladiator GearTrack Garage Wall Storage Channel
The Husky industrial shelving unit holds all our storage bins, paint cans, and camping gear. The steel frame is very sturdy, and the shelves adjust to fit tall items. It went together without tools in about half an hour and holds a surprising amount ...
Husky Four-Shelf Industrial Duty Garage Shelving Unit
The DeWalt ToughSystem tower keeps our tools organized in stackable boxes that roll as one unit. I can grab just the small box of screws and bits for a quick job, or wheel the whole stack out for a bigger project. The latches are strong and the boxes...
DeWalt ToughSystem Tower Tool Box Set
The Gladiator steel garage cabinet hides away our cleaning supplies, paint, and chemicals behind locking doors. It is sturdy and looks sharp, which makes the whole garage feel more finished. The adjustable shelves let us store tall and short items wi...
Gladiator Ready-to-Assemble Steel Garage Cabinet
The Husky zippered tool bag holds the basic tools I grab most for quick fixes around the house. It has plenty of pockets for screwdrivers, pliers, and a tape measure, so I do not have to carry the whole tool chest upstairs. It is tough, affordable, a...
Husky Zippered Tool Bag
Tough Workwear, Work Lights & Safety Gear
Durable workwear, bright work lights, and hearing protection that make long project days safer and more comfortable.
Duluth Trading Fire Hose pants are the only work pants my partner wears for garage and yard projects. The tough canvas stands up to kneeling and scraping, and the stretch lets him crouch and climb ladders easily. The cargo pockets hold a phone and ta...
Duluth Trading DuluthFlex Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants
The Duluth Trading Longtail T is the work shirt that finally stays tucked in when my partner bends over a project. The extra length keeps his back covered, and the heavy cotton feels soft but durable. After years of washing, the shirts still hold the...
Duluth Trading Longtail T Relaxed Fit Tee
The Duluth Trading Triple Slope jacket is really three jackets in one. The shell blocks wind and rain, the insulated liner works alone on cool days, and together they handle the coldest winter mornings shoveling our driveway. It is a practical gift t...
Duluth Trading Alaskan Hardgear Triple Slope Three-in-One Jacket
Duluth Trading Buck Naked boxer briefs are a surprise favorite gift in our house. They are soft, breathable, and stay put during long days of physical work. My partner says they are the most comfortable underwear he owns, and they hold up well after ...
Duluth Trading Buck Naked Performance Boxer Briefs
These WorkTunes Connect earmuffs protect my hearing when I run the saw or leaf blower, while letting me stream podcasts. They connect easily to my phone, and I can take calls without removing them. They made loud yard work and garage projects much mo...
3M WorkTunes Connect Hearing Protection
The Klein Tools rechargeable headlamp keeps my hands free while working under sinks or inside dark cabinets. It is bright, comfortable, and the light can detach to use as a small work light. It recharges easily, so I never have to hunt for batteries ...
Klein Tools Rechargeable Headlamp and Work Light
The DeWalt cordless area light brightens up the whole garage when I am working late on a project. It runs on the same batteries as our drills, and the head pivots so I can aim the light exactly where I need it. It also comes in handy during power out...
DeWalt Cordless Handheld Area Light