Back when I was just a lowly apprentice framing carpenter, transporting my tools to the job site was simple: Grab my tool belt and coffee and go. The foreman would make sure everything else was there. As time went by, and I started taking on my own projects, making sure I had the right tools to get through the day got a bit more complicated; few things are more frustrating than down time from not having the necessary tool. Making sure you have enough room to schlep all those tools – and have them arrive in one piece – was Milwaukee’s goal when they designed the new 24” Milwaukee Hardtop Rolling Bag. They rolled one over to HomeFixated headquarters; join us as we see if they succeeded in their noble quest. Read More
Storage
Rockler Pack Rack – A Mobile Clamp And Tool Storage System
Contrary to popular belief, it technically is possible to have too many clamps. It’s just not something you’re likely to ever experience; like unicorns or an entertaining Rob Schneider movie. However, an impressive clamp stash is only the beginning. Now that you have them, where will they be stored? Clamps are heavy; but there’s no need to lug them back and forth when they can be rolled right over to you – wherever you need them – with very little effort. Given that almost every woodworking project requires clamping at some point, the Rockler Pack Rack Clamp & Tool Storage System is a beautiful solution that piqued my interest at first sight. But is it worth your hard earned money? Well, we’ve received a Rockler Pack Rack to try out so I guess we’ll find out together! Read More
