3 TIPS--BEST NAIL/SCREW STORAGE IDEAS! (These Fastener Storage Tips Will Save You Time And Hassle!)
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3 TIPS--BEST NAIL/SCREW STORAGE IDEAS! (These Fastener Storage Tips Will Save You Time And Hassle)
Everybody eventually has to create some system for storing nails and screws in their shop space. This short video from The Honest Carpenter will show you three very helpful tips for the easiest fastener storage out there!
Transferring nails and screws to individual bins or containers is too tedious and time-consuming. You have to constantly label and re-label bins...and you might not have enough space!
The easiest thing to do, by far, is to simply leave nails and screws in their boxes.
The fastener boxes are already perfectly labelled for their contents. The often have pictures of the nails/screws inside. And, many have little windows to check construction fastener supply!
TO MAKE BOXES MORE DURABLE: Simply wrap a couple layers of painter's tape on the bottom. Press the tape into the cardboard and folds of the nail/screw box.
This will keep the box intact, and prevent nails and screws from falling out!
Now you can carry the nail or screw box anywhere with ease. It fits in tool belt, or stacks easily in a tool pack-out kit. Also, you haven't wasted any time transferring fasteners!
FOR IN-SHOP STORAGE: I recently built a TRAY SHELF to hold my nails and screws.
This shelf sits just beneath my work table. This is right where my hands can reach fasteners. Also, it's visible from almost anywhere in the shop, so I can go straight to my nail/screw of choice.
The tray shelf is 3 boxes high and 2 boxes deep.
I will sometimes still transfer things like bolts, nuts, brad nails and other hardware to individual bins and containers. This is because they're more easily sorted this way, and you don't use quite as many of them.
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Awesome idea. It is similar to how the big box stores do it. When I empty a box, I tear the label off and keep it in the cup holder of the truck to remind me I need another box. 👍
I used to do that exact same thing, Sgt! I’d be carrying them around like trading cards 😂
Being someone who has to read everything, I do this naturally, but not as organized! Good to know I'm doing something right!
Same here. I still have boxes from the last 20 years. It is nice to know what size I need.
Again, O Honest Carpenter, you speak words of wisdom. Many thanks.
I built a 20ft workbench several years ago and designed drawers into it.. The drawers are perfect depth to store boxes of screws, nails, etc.. Works great.
Yes, I keep them in their original box for the same reasons mentioned, real easy to see what's inside, length, etc..
I use the boxes they came in also but I’m a deep enough drawer to put the boxes on end and read the end label. Same concept and works great for me . Thanks for showing others.
Really like that idea if you can afford the space -- well done McGyver!
Great idea! In fact, I always emptied my supplies into bins (as shown) and it makes no sense in reality! I love the idea that is proposed! Thank you!
I keep my screws/nails in their original boxes for the most part, but I also have a container which has a handful of each of my most commonly used screw sizes that I hang on my pegboard next to my drill/driver. Plus a couple containers for miscellaneous loose fasteners.
Woodworker mainly rather than carpenter. I like having them in a case with a variety of sizes. Don't use many different types. But can see your way working if you have that many types too.
I like to throw them all together and search for the right one when I need it. It's like playing Where's Waldo every time I need a fastener. Keeps things fun.
I store my nails and screws in the original boxes on an 8" shelf mounted to a wall. Instead of the painters tap, I use clear packing tape when needed. It is a little higher cost, but far stronger, and the contents of the box can be read.
Ditto.
Clear tape is an obviously better option. I don't think it's more expensive though, is it?
@@christopherrto Depends. The cheap 2.5 mil tape, no. The longer-lasting 7 mil type, yes.
@@christopherrto The way my wife yells when I touch her packing tape, I figured that stuff must be expensive. It holds better than that blue tape, and I need a lot less of it than the amount of blue tape used in the video.
@@AmosLee2613 Regular packing tape is only a buck or two a roll. The stuff at the dollar store works fine. The most expensive clear tape I have, tuck tape clear repair tape, is like $10 a roll, so it's kind of pricey. But good painters tape starts about $3 for the wide.
I like keeping It in original box and using clear packaging tape for tape support. Clear is better.
Much cheaper than painters tape too
Yeah big +1 on that. Get the heavy duty shipping tape (e.g., Scotch), not the chintzy flimsy stuff. But even that helps, a lot. BONUS: you can run it across the top to fix the flimsy cellophane window falling off when it comes unglued.
100%
I've been using the box storage system for a few years now. I have recently started using clear plastic bins to transport several boxes at a time. Great video for newbies.
Great idea with the tray shelf! I think when I build one I'll put it just above the workbench, but have it less deep than the cabinets above so it doesn't restrict the work area. Thank you!
Oh my gosh. You have just solved a huge problem for me. I still have them in the boxes, but not a dedicated tray, which I will jump on tomorrow. Thank you.
Great video. I recently started keeping my nails and screws in their boxes as well. It made a big difference today when I finally cleaned up my work bench.
Good video Ethan, I’ve tried different methods over the years and find that modified pack outs with tubs are best for me. Pack outs give me the selection at a glance while on a job without having to read /search and the gallon sized tubs for specific jobs (drywall screws, deck screws etc.)
I’ve always kept them in the original boxes for every reason you just shared! Glad to see I’m not the only one - thx for more handy, common sense advice keep it coming!!
I always have a hard time with garage organization, particularly when it comes to products/materials (like screws and nails) that are accumulated in such vast quantities and varieties. Your solution is so simple but makes perfect sense. I would love to see some more organization content like this. Thank you.
Great idea for sure. I have always taken the screws and nails out of the boxes and put them into containers like you showed.
This makes perfect sense. You can tell exactly what you have with sizes etc.
I am a 66 yr old woman who is just getting started with tools. I swear I was just wondering how 2 organize my accumulation of nails/screws. DUH! Leave them n the damn boxes. GENIUS!
I've been thinking the same thing, I have a several fasteners that my dad just bought loose, I've been using metal coffee cans for them, but the ones that are in the box, I'm just going to leave them in the box.
Being a beginner with very limited storage, I use a divided carrier and put the screws in tall snack size zip lock bags. I either label it or cut off the description from the box and stick that in the bag as well. I plan to modify a small 10x12 shed into my work/storage space after I get it leveled and start planning the space. But right now, my fasteners live in my bedroom.
A great common sense approach to storing all of your nails and screws. Thank you.
My uncle Al used a lot of fasteners, and always kept them in box storage, that is he kept them in the box. The ones that he used most often would be in jars with the lids nailed to the shelf.
Short take: Think INSIDE the box.
Okay that was clever
@@scottroy6195 genius, actually.
I see what you did there.
Think outside the box and you'll be screwed
😂My favourite RUclips comment this week ❤ Ty.
Just started getting into woodworking and your videos have been a great help. Thanks man! Your intro music rocks too 😁
Been doing this for years, my job has our family move often-- typically less than 1 year at a location, that forced me to think about both storage and space
I keep about 80% of my most common fasteners in a toolbox in their original boxes, just grab the tool box when I go to work on a project and they are already labeled
Love the tip of using tape on the boxes, I have been using metal duct tape on mine because it doesn't degrade over time on boxes that I don't access very often (like masonry nails)
Great chanel, great tips, love that you are straight forward on what people really need
I have recently started using food storage containers in my garage, they are fantastic. I don't buy the super cheap ones because they become brittle. I get bundles of 3 for less than $3 and store nuts, bolts, screws and anything that will fit. The best thing is most of these containers are made to stack and they become a great space saver.
I agree. Everything is labeled and it takes the same amount of time to wrap some tape, as it does to put them in another container. Great storage idea !!!
There is so much useful info on those boxes and I can't remember everything I want to know just by looking at any random fastener, so the box is what I do too. Thanks for confirm a great idea that I have already been doing too.
Exactly, Dude! I’ll probably do a video just on box info someday-gauge, length, coatings-it’s all right there where you need it. Impossible to transfer all that stuff to labels.
@@TheHonestCarpenter you should come up with a video what to do with all of the miscellaneous fasteners. That’s an even bigger problem for a lot of us
Couldn't agree with you more. I've been watching organization videos in hopes of bettering my setup. I work with metal and have a couple of hundred taps and countless drills, not including fractional, metric, wire gauge, and letter indexes. At this point everything is organized in one large toolbox drawer in the original packaging as often as possible. I do like the shelf you built. Makes a lot of sense with wood screw boxes. At this point I'm coming to the conclusion that bettering my own setup for efficiency isn't easily done. Enjoyed the video. Thanks!
Sometimes, the simplest ideas are the best. Thanks Ethan.
I completely agree with storage in the original boxes. That's what I do, always have, and will continue to do so. Straight forward, simple and they flat out work with no added expense with the flimsy bins. The old KISS method at work: Keep it Simple Stupid. Works for me. Thanks for bringing it up. Nice refresher.
I definitely prefer to sort into bins. With all the hardware I have personally, there's quite a few different box sizes. In fact, that was the main factor in me choosing to sort them in bins. With a couple of bin sizes, I have all my storage needs handled, and organized. Still a great tip if all the hardware you buy is in the same size boxes.
I keep all my fasteners in the original boxes also. I store them in a dewalt organizer box that is just high enough so the boxes can be stored on their side with the fastener description showing. That way when the pack out box is opened I can easily grab the box I need. It is an easy way of moving a lot of fasteners from the shelf to the workbench or to outside the workshop . Thanks for doing the videos, I find them very helpful
Great advice. After years of organizers, trays, etc. I just keep them in their original box and have a dedicated shelf to stack them. I dump the contents and reinforce the inside of the box by re-lining it with some thick card stock. Just trim pieces to go around the interior sides and then the bottom and spray glue them in. I know it's a little extra work but you now have a heavy dury box clearly labeled that will.last many years. When I get additional screws or nails I just replenish the same old box.
As I build a van conversion, tool storage and screws have become is a priority. Great ideas! Thanks 😊
Beautiful stuff. Keep them coming.
I just appreciate that he refers to the channel/episodes as The Honest Carpenter Show. The “show” part is a nice throwback term to a TV show, even though this isn’t one. IDK, it just lands well with me.
Throwback term, man you’re making me feel old 😆…
The big plastic 9 container is the best for me. Easy access to multiple size, perfect for DIY you take the minimum quantity of multiple size and keep the left over in a special place. Keep them organize by category. Outdoor screw, indoor screw, indoor nail, and galvanize nail, and an other set of finishing gun nail. Little tips: take those from homedepot hdx. Cheap, fit perfect, small and low profil. Of course if you are a framer you take the big cardboard box. Oh and easy to carry.
This is exactly what I am creating in my reorganized workshop, right now. I got the Husky containers and planned to label them exactly as you described. I'm actually on my way to get more containers, tonight. Label the outsides of the containers on all four edges, and easy to see all content from the top.
I love his idea of keeping them in the boxes, but two things work against me on that: 1. the mass majority of my screws and nails are a mixture of things I've accumulated over the years, and the boxes no longer, or never did, exist. And, 2. most of the stuff I get isn't in the bulk boxes. So, I think the 9 container tray system will work best for my needs.
I am trying to organize all the misc. fasteners and whatch-a-ma-call-its that I have accumulated from my parents, step-dad, and myself into the multiple boxes in one plastic containers. I first bought these organizer containers from Home Depot and Lowe’s. But I finally found that the same clear multi-use organizers are much cheaper at craft stores, dollar tree, etc. My problem is knowing how to categorize and label them.
Thanks for your tips on categories.
Do you or anyone else know of a website or book or somewhere I can find more lists or categories and sub categories and labels? Also, how to find out what are names, sizes, etc., of all the whatch-a-ma-call-its or hoo-didy-whatch-its or whatever y’all call them? :) Thanks!!!!
Simple idea and that's how I've stored my screws for years, I don't use nails much but I recently bought some storage containers from Harbor freight and found that the kreg plastic lids fit over the top of the containers in the main box so all my kreg screws are now in one container
Exactly... I've been doing that for years ... the boxes the nails and screw come in always worked for me .... I have 3 draws designated for my nails and screws and works for me .... thanks for the video
I use the original boxes for the same reasons. I simply won't take the time to create and label a system that I won't bother to update as I add things. I like your shelf location. I currently have mine in two of the deeper drawers of my mechanics rolling tool chest.
Great idea and video.I think clear packing tape would be even better than painters tape.
I'd say it depends on the tape quality and how much longevity you want from it, depending on how fast you go through the fasteners. A really good clear packing tape may last longer than a super cheap crappy painter's tape, but really any packing tape (even a cheap one) will generally cost more to begin with than any painter's tape (even a good one), and especially in sunlight over time most packing tapes will get brittle and peel. Both create a nice water resistant barrier that holds firm. I'd roll with (ha) painter's tape because it's just cheap abundant stuff that's good to have around, lasts plenty long even in sunlight if it's not the ultra cheapest brands, and you don't need a ton of extra strength for this purpose.
Great idea IF you buy in bulk, but as a smaller builder and fixer of things I often only buy the small pack so I find three organisers with adjustable size bins inside works great. 1 is for screws 1 for nails and one for bolts etc. I cut out the size off the label and that sits in the bin on top. Very easy to see what you have and don’t have I find.
Horrible idea in bulk I buy 25-50lb tubs.
I save the tubs but transfer into the ridgid packout organizers based on application. (Exterior, drywall, structural, ect)
What a great idea to organize separate parts organizer for screws, nails, bolts, etc, instead of haphazard as I have been, since I have plenty now than I did several years ago.
I actually started doing exactly that way a couple years ago. I hated sorting through misc screws, nails, bolts, etc. just to put them in a bin/tray. My issue is having the space to store the hardware boxes, so my inventory is less than what I'd like. Great idea. Keep us updated on what you're building in the shop.
Thanks Jim! More coming soon 🙂
Always kept nails and screws in their boxes! Love the table/tray shelf!
Thank you for the fabulous tips. I will keep everything in their boxes, from now on.
Great idea, never thought of that. Great way for me to save space in a small workshop!
I always keep my screws in the box they come in for the same reason you mention in this video. I don't use that many nails, and have an organizer box with a clear lid for the most common nails. Nails for nail guns I keep in their original boxes. I have drawers under half of my workbench, and I have made two of them up to hold my boxes of screws and nail gun nails/brads, with a sliding tray to allow for two layers and making the most of the depth of each drawer. Seems to work fine and being drawers I don't get saw dust in my boxes, which seems to be the case with everything else that is stored on shelves.
Thanks for sharing those tips and the make!
So happy I found your channel. I live in an apartment but your tool tips video was awesome and really helpful. Would you be able to do a video on the minimum basic tools an apartment dwelling DIYer and a homeowner should have that can help them with small jobs they may need to do? Also what to look for in a toolbox/bag? You explain stuff so well I would love for you to do a video and mini explanation of this. Thank you again have a wonderful day.
Very helpful video, a simple solution to a organizational problem! Thank you! 😊
I typically sort my screws in The plastic bins of my toolbox since I typically use 4 to 4 1/2 size screws. But next time I run out I'll keep the box for any screw I won't need. Thanks for the Video!
Thank you for your channel. I don't work anymore after 40 years of some form of construction. I accumulated a lot of bits and pieces in that time so I have to organize it I'll never find what I need when I need them.
I also keep the pound boxes of screws and nails. I use those heavier cardboard display boxes from the grocery store and put the pounders on them, then on a shelf.
I keep all those little ziplock bags that hardware from the stores come in now days for small amounts of hardware. I punch a hole just below the zipper and hang them on a pegboard. I also like clear plastic jars as they don't break and can instantly see what it inside.
Lastly I still use steel coffee cans for larger hardware that won't fit in in any of the other method.
Keep up your great work. I find it helpful. Thanks!
took me 20 years to figure this out. i built a 2' x 4' shelf unit for the boxes. so easy. 👍👍
I’ve been putting off building a storage area for all of my nails and was definitely going to transfer all of the nails into plastic storage bins. Now that I saw your video, I’m keeping them in their original boxes and building shelves as you have showed.
Procrastination pays!
I have a good size drawer that I store the boxes in - both the small quantity size that you show, and also some larger bulk size boxes (and bags). The bulk boxes are commonly used in my shop so I find it more convenient to keep a selection in a parts bin that I've had forever.
100% agree. Bins absolutely suck. Stuff is always cross pollinating across the bins and you end up spending way to much time reorganizing and relabeling.
So true, Bill 👍
I've always keep them in the boxes they came in for the same reasons you talked about but now that i can't work anymore I've got so many nails and screws and all kinds of other products i guess I'll have for a very long time. Please i hope 1 person will listen to this, get help when lifting heavy stuff, i hurt my lower back bad enough the doctors can't do anything else to help me so i live in extreme pain every day. Yes i know there are people a lot worse than me and i know God has a plan for me, be safe and always be respectful to others
Sorry for your pain, Wayne. Many years ago I did some serious damage to my lower back...heavy lifting improperly...but I was lucky. I preach to all the hard workers all the time about proper lifting techniques as well as insisting on using another person on the awkward heavy lifts!
There's nothing better than staying strong and pain free.
I feel for you!
That make perfect sense to me. Unfortunately as a DIYer I don’t use the quantities to buy boxes of 100+ at a time. Most of the hardware I buy is in odd shaped plastic packaging designed for hanging. My different sized brads stay in their boxes but the odds and ends are in hardware cases. Keep up the great content . Cheers 👍😎🇦🇺
Totally agree! All my screws and nails are still in there boxes. Nuts and bolts…in bin storage…but keep those in boxes as long as possible.
Excellent point!
Well done!
I'm super glad you made this video, I actually thought I was alone with the painters tape trick. I can tell you that this really works and "replenishing inventory" is a breeze. To see and hear this from a Pro like you put a big smile on this grumpy old man's face. Have a good one :D
You got it right excellent job makes sense
Great 💡 ideas !
When possible store boxes on
their side instead of on top of each other...easy in and out.
I like putting mine in empty medicine bottles and tape one nail, screw, etc on outside when possible. Works great for me and fits easily in my pocket. A wrist magnet is useful while working.
Since you have such a grand
"operation" going on compared to me as a homeowner, "you did good"
(local expression). I learn lots from your videos. Thank you.
Thanks, Laura! Taping on a sample fastener makes all the difference in that case. That way you don’t have to squint and speculate 😅
Packout works wonders
@laura lewis: I just started saving my medicine bottles to put small items like washers and nuts in .
Medicine bottles are not big enough they don't hold a whole box of fasteners
I don’t have a shop and work out of my station wagon. I use the craftsman container and absolutely love that system.
I sorta kinda have shop space in my storage unit but mostly work out of my Ford-Explorer-home. Gonna build an attached folding-out standing desk/workbench for it soon! Got any tips for the vehicle-based shop? I finally beefed up my solar power system's inverter so that I have the wattage to run power tools now, so I'm going to be building in some storage space soon for tools and hardware, would love any of your ideas!
Just exactly what I needed
Short, to the point. Thanks!
So simple. BRILLIANT!!! Thanks man!!
Yet another invaluable tip from the Honest Carpenter. I was wondering how I should handle something like a dozen screw/nail boxes efficiently. Now, I am going to build a (smaller) tray shelf. Thanks, HC.
The tape is a great idea. I think I'd use clear, but it will be helpful for lots of storage situations. Thanks!
Definitely store in the boxes - Like you I've had some of the boxes for years, and they fit nicely in the lid of a printer paper box!
Been doing that. Works great.
I always keep them in the box. For all the reasons you gave. Much better for storage AND retrieval.
I have been using bins for a long time. Bur now, I will be using the box method it really does make a lot of sense, I just never thought of it. Thanks
Thank you for this video. We have so many small medium and jumbo boxes that I wasn’t sure what to do. Was considering building drawers but your shelf beneath the work bench is perfect. Visible, and cleanly organized! As long as my husband puts back what he uses! Lol🤦♀️
Absolutely great advise...so simple and so overlooked, especially by me! Thanks Ethan
You’re welcome, Bob! Thanks for watching 🙂
Bammm! Thank you for this!
I have rarely EVER had a box survive until it was empty. I found some small clear plastic boxes with locking lids that were just slightly larger than the factor screw boxes that worked really well for ME. I will agree with you on it being a good idea to just keep them in their original boxes, provided you are not blessed with the talent for destroying them quickly.
Makes sense. Good one
I tried numerous systems over the years, but eventually settled on storing the bulk in the original boxes. I do keep a working supply of the most common fasteners in a parachute bag for quick grab and go. I put the information tab from the empty boxes in the sections of the bag for reference.
Sometimes the screws sells in a plastic naylon bag...not a box. Especially if you not buy a huge number from local hardware store. I found those divder boxs for screws are good. You can categorize them. Like pocket screws, nails, wood screws, botls , washers , etc. As home owner / hobbiest qoodworker its perfect.
You are right . I really like your idea . I do keep the boxes just need to build the storage cabinet.
Thank you.
i believe in a hybrid aproach. i use a dewalt toughsystem organiser for each fasner or fixing type that i use on a regular basis , like screws, brackets, stainless screws, electrical clips, plasterboard fixing etc. this way i have a selection i can bring and it will do most jobs. its great to have that small bit of each type there in case you need them.
then i have 40 feet of shelving that i store all the boxs . bringing the box is great if your doing a decent size job and you will use loads. its amazing how many boxs of screws and fixings that you accumulate over time.
I do this myself to & I think it’s a Fantastic idea 💡
Thank you
I do the same, so much more easier to transport. Also, taped up the box after one of them spilled out everywhere. Common sense wins out this time.
The taped box is eternal, Ollie! 😆
Since you ask, I prefer your storage trick. Btw, I can’t wait for your new shop setup.
Avid sub.... thanks for a great new idea. I'm trying to get organized... not easy when I inherited two households plus my own of tools and fasteners.
I'm with you 100% always keep mine in the box they came in.
I use bins & labels. I have never had the original boxes. The supplies were my dad's before he passed. Being well organized the coffee cans had to go!!! Thank You!!!! 👍😎
I have been doing that for 50 years. Nice to see someone else thinks storage stuff is a waste of time and money!
That is so true great idea
The greatest channel on yt
I like this idea a lot. I am in the middle of a shop remodel. I am going to try this. Thanks!
I keep most nails and screws in the box as well. However, I install a lot of cabinet doors and hardware so I keep a case I can carry easily into a job with small hinge fasteners, machine screws and some brads
Thanks Ethan, you really have some great tips, so glad i found you.....take care from South Africa
Totally agree, I have used this method for 20+ years! Mainly because I'm cheap and couldn't bring myself to buy a "box" and throw away a perfectly good box.
Excellent. Thank you!
Thanks, David!
The most logical video I have seen in a very long time!