Workbenches are a brilliant addition to any garage or industrial
environment, but there’s no denying that they accumulate mess quickly. When
you’re in the zone, you don’t always think to store your tools away neatly -
but doing so can make a world of difference to the functionality of your
workbench. Luckily, we’ve made it easier than ever to keep your workbench
organised with these top tips!
Make sure your
workbench has plenty of storage space
Without storage, keeping your workbench
organised is going to be a difficult task. Avoid
piles of tools and screws by making sure your workbench has lots of storage
boxes, drawers and containers to take advantage of. You can either invest in a
workbench with plenty of storage solutions included in its design or you can
buy containers to create your own system - the choice is yours. Either way,
having plenty of storage space to hand is the most efficient way to keep your
workbench clutter-free.
Label your storage
containers
Once you have storage containers for your workbench, create
an easy-to-follow system by labelling them. This will stop you from throwing
everything into boxes randomly and make sure you follow the system you’ve set
for yourself. It’ll also make it much easier and less time-consuming to find
what you need, when you need it.
Take advantage of
vertical space
Taking advantage of vertical space is something many people
forget to do when organising their workbench. However, doing so can make it
easier than ever to keep your workbench neat and tidy for the day ahead. After
all, having too many storage containers on the bench itself will also create
unnecessary clutter and take up valuable work space.
Storing baskets and containers underneath the bench and
fitting a mesh back panel or pegboard are two great ways to maximise available
vertical space. Mesh boards are particularly beneficial as you can clip buckets
and baskets to them, offering even more storage for your tools and equipment.
Ensure tools are
easy to reach
One simple yet effective way to
organise your workbench is to make sure your tools are easy to reach. This
might sound obvious, but organising your space in this way can take some
thought! Think about the tasks you carry out day-to-day and the part of the
bench you use to complete them. This will help you choose the right spot for
every tool, making sure they are easily accessible no matter what project
you’re working on.
Spend a few minutes
clearing up at the end of every day
Make clearing up at the end of every day a part of your routine.
By creating a solid routine, you’ll end up tidying your workbench without even
thinking about it! Not only will this prepare your workspace ready for the
following day but it will also stop tools and other items from getting lost.
You will know exactly where to find everything when you need it, saving you
lots of time and energy in the long run.
At Racking + Shelving Ltd, we’re proud to supply
a range of bespoke workbenches at highly competitive rates. Based in Antrim,
we’re on hand to supply your business in Northern Ireland with every storage
solution you need to maximise efficiency and keep your employees safe. For more
information about our range of workbenches for sale or to discuss our storage
solutions in more detail,
contact
our team of storage experts today.
