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By NAPA
5 Must-Have Tools You Can Use Outside the Garage
It’s true: NAPA boasts nearly 6,000 Auto Parts stores and more than 17,000 Auto Care centers. With America’s largest network of aftermarket automotive parts and auto service, it might come as a surprise that NAPA also specializes in equipment and expertise outside the garage. That’s right, NAPAonline.com carries a huge range of tools from the smaller
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Even the most complicated at-home projects require those small toolbox staples like a reliable measuring tape. This
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One of the simplest ways to improve your home is a good, old-fashioned scrub down! As time passes, ultraviolet rays, dust, insects and even algae and smoke can build up on and stain siding, outdoor furniture and concrete driveways. The garden hose is rarely sufficient for a quality clean and the cost of hiring a service racks up quickly. Shop NAPAonline.com for a personal pressure washing system, so you can keep the outside of your home looking great and free of damage.
These versatile tools are powered either by electricity or gas and come in a variety of psi ratings that you can use to clean more than just siding and driveways. If you only need a
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By NAPA
There comes a point in a DIYer’s life when it is time to put down some wrenching roots in the form of a garage tool box. You may have walked into a friend’s garage or workshop and been in awe of a tool box the size of a tractor trailer. But even owners of serious tool investments had to start somewhere building their collection. Here’s how to build a tool box matched to your garage and your project needs.
Consider The Space
Before you start to build your own tool box you need to take stock of your situation. Your available garage space is going to guide your tool box options. Take time to measure the spaces you are considering to place a tool box, including overhead height limitations. Some tool boxes have hinged lids so you need to account for overhead space if you plan on opening it. If you are planning on placing the tool box on a table or shelf, make sure it is well reinforced to handle the weight of a fully loaded box.
Now that you know what kind of space you have available, let’s look at how to build a tool box that suits your needs.
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Starting small is perfectly fine. A good starting point can be a
link hidden, please login to view with drawers. It fits easily on a shelf or a work bench while giving your tools a home base. This is a great step between a portable tool kit and a dedicated garage tool box because it can still be picked up and taken along for a mobile repair. When the time comes to grow your storage space a great next step is adding a rolling bottom base cabinet and simply dropping your current portable tool box on top.
Rolling Cart Tool Box
Sometimes a good starter garage tool box is a
link hidden, please login to view. This is especially true if you need to tuck your tools away in a corner when not in use or if your workspace isn’t always in the same place. If you find yourself working in the driveway one day and in the garage the next day, having a rolling tool cart makes sense. The key here is flexibility and mobility. Nice big casters make for easy rolling on uneven surfaces and across expansion joints. Most rolling tool carts are open at the bottom making a great place to store bulky items like jack stands or work lights and cords. The top doubles as a workbench where you can lay out components and stage tools. Depending on the layout there may be an open storage space under a hinged top, which is great for storing sockets and wrenches. There will likely only be three or four drawers, so you will need to be thoughtful about what tools you need for your projects. But the best part about a rolling cart is that it is always handy no matter how big your tool collection. Even if you graduate to a monster technician box, a rolling cart is the perfect portable job organizer. Stacked Chest Tool Box
If you have been collecting tools for years you may have already amassed quite a stack of tool bags, molded cases, tool rolls, and more filled with tools. If it is time for your nomadic tool collection to find a home, a stacked tool chest may be just the thing. This is the classic two-piece setup most people picture when you think of a mechanic’s shop. A
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For some people there will always be the need to take your tools on the road. Luckily Milwaukee’s PACKOUT system lets you build a tool box kit that is perfectly suited to your needs at home or on the go. Pick up a
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No matter which tool box you choose you will want to keep things orderly. Organization will come down to your own preferences, but with your new found tool storage space it is recommended to label the drawers to cut down on search time. You can also buy or build
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By NAPA
Save Your Spring This Winter!
For centuries, the wintertime meant people stayed mostly indoors, keeping cozy and warm, from October until April. These days, the coldest months of the year are usually the
link hidden, please login to view, and it seems there’s no end to all the decorating, celebrating and snow-worshipping! From that giant Halloween skeleton to the turkey fryer, holiday lights and snowboards, our wintertime gear and holiday decor often ends up disorganized in that catch-all place: the garage. Worst of all, that jumbled mess means spending the first warm, sunny days of spring cleaning and organizing your garage. This year, don’t get overwhelmed by letting a cluttered garage spoil your season. NAPA Auto Parts is here to help you find the perfect storage and organization solutions for your winter gear and decor. Let us show you how to keep your garage tidy, so you can skip the storage stress and save your spring.
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So, the holidays are over and you got some great gear. A brand new set of skis and poles, a shiny new sled and even some
link hidden, please login to view for your tires — so you can drive over those snowy mountain passes safely! But where is it all going to go? If the best answer is the garage, know that NAPA Auto Parts can help you get organized, so your garage stays tidy and your gear remains damage-free. Consider a
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Decorating was a nightmare last year! You went into the garage to unpack the inflatable reindeer and found that, over the summer, they’d met a moldy end in the corner. Then, you had to rush out and buy new strands of lights because the ones you had were piled in a tangled mess. And let’s just hope Nana never finds out that you stored one of her priceless glass ornaments in a damp cardboard box and it got crushed.
This year is all about keeping the garage organized and your decor stored properly. Keep wreaths, garlands and seasonal dishes secure and dry in a
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By Counterman
Autolite announced the completion of its “Home Garage Makeover Sweepstakes” renovation for Sharon Ashmore of Stanley, North Carolina.
Selected from hundreds of entrants in a random drawing, Ashmore won a garage renovation project worth more than $10,000.
Over the course of three weeks, Garage Experts of Charlotte installed new flooring, cabinets and three-slat walls in Ashmore’s home garage. This project also included the delivery of a new air compressor, Autolite stools and a lighted vintage Autolite sign.
“Not only will my garage have more storage and free space to work, it’s now one of my favorite places to hang out in my home,” said Ashmore. “Garage Experts did a wonderful job – the brand-new flooring, sleek cabinets and Autolite accessories make for a polished, comfortable environment.”
The Autolite Home Garage Makeover Sweepstakes entry period ran from June through mid-August of 2021. The purpose of the sweepstakes was to celebrate how special home garages are for automotive DIYers and tinkerers of all kinds.
“We are so excited to see the finished project, courtesy of Garage Experts of Charlotte,” said Carl Weber, senior marketing director, First Brands Group. “Because of our passion for automotive maintenance and culture, it is an honor to make someone’s home garage a more useful, beautiful environment.” To see photos from the Autolite Home Garage Makeover Sweepstakes renovation, go to the Autolite
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