Anytime you’re working with tools, there’s a chance for injury. When you’re talking about things in the garage such as cars, power tools, and welding equipment, safety needs to be a priority. Sure, you’re going to nick yourself on something or hit your thumb with a hammer, but the chance of a car falling on top of you, or cutting of a finger, or even setting the place on fire is definitely real. No you probably don’t need to own a haz-mat suit, but there are certain items that you should always have on hand in the garage. Your spouse and the neighbors will thank you.
Those that live in a rural area or on a large property probably do so for the quiet and privacy this entails. Your kids can safely play outside by themselves and your dog has plenty of room to run around. Unfortunately, this can also create a unique type of security concern. When your home sits … Read more
It is a warm spring day and you’ve decided to finally install that new garage door opener. Perhaps your door is currently a manual, but probably more likely that you have a slow or noisy door opener, or have just gotten tired of the door opening whenever the neighbors across the street change the channel … Read more
One of the most important items for any shop or garage, and one that gets overlooked far too often, is a good fire extinguisher. Whether you’re an auto mechanic, welder, woodworker or anything in between, the materials you use may pose a fire danger. Having the best fire extinguisher for the job is key. A … Read more
If you want the best work gloves, you need to look at those that are specially designed for heavy use. The finger and palm padding from most of the top rated models usually means that they are not well suited for detail work, but it protects your palms and fingers from splinters, sharp edges and … Read more
No matter where you go or what you do, the potential for minor injuries is never more than a slip or stumble away. To help you be prepared for emergencies, you should always have a good first aid kit on hand. The best first aid kit will include antiseptics, a variety of gauze and bandages, and … Read more
You can save a lot of money by taking on home improvement and repair tasks on your own. However, you should also know that the DIY sector accounts for tens of thousands of emergency room visits every year. By all means, get started on those tasks, but always keep your personal safety in the front … Read more
The best extension ladder of any size will have three traits in common: It will have D-shaped rungs for safe foot placement, swivel feet on the bottom for stability, and a non-marring top cap that prevents scratching surfaces or sliding haphazardly from side to side. For added safety, our top picks are both made of … Read more
Your garage is one of the most vulnerable parts of the home, because it’s often overlooked when trying to beef up security. Whether you use your garage as a workshop, a storage area, or simply to park your car, there are some inexpensive – or even completely free – ways to make it safer and … Read more
Tools have been used by mankind for thousands of years, and they have always shared one important trait: Tools can be dangerous when improperly used. The rise of recent injuries with hand held tools are mainly attributed to DIY amateurs who have not been shown how to properly use a tool or even bothered to read … Read more
