Where the heck do you put your tools?

Where the Heck Do You Put All Your Tools Once the Garage Starts Looking Like a Hardware Store?

You know the feeling. You walk into your workshop and, bam! The place looks less like a workspace, more like a thrift sale for wrenches, drill bits, and half-used sandpaper. Tools spilling over benches, piled up in boxes, hiding under worktops, or lost forever somewhere between the hammer and that ratchet you swear you left right there.

Time to face the music: you’ve outgrown the toolbox. What you need is a tool cabinet - the tool equivalent of a “please-do-not-enter” zone for chaos.

But not just any cabinet. You need the right one. And choosing a good tool cabinet is like choosing a superhero sidekick for your workshop: strong, dependable, and slightly intimidating (in a good way).

If you’re shopping around, you’ll want to check out the “Tool Cabinets & Chests” section on our site — it’s where we keep all the heavy-duty, shed-ready storage solutions. 

What a Tool Cabinet Actually Does for You?

A proper cabinet brings order, control, and a sense of peace to your workspace. Here’s how:

Mass storage & organisation  with drawers and compartments sized for everything from sockets to power tools, you’ve got a home for all of it.

Protection - tools get tucked away, away from dust, moisture, or accidental knock-overs. And if you choose a model with a lock - bonus security.

Space to grow - as your collection expands, a cabinet scales with you. No more “oh, I’ll just stack this on the bench… until it collapses.”

A cleaner, safer workshop - less clutter means fewer accidents, easier workflow, and a workspace you’re proud to walk into.

So yes: unless you like living on the edge (or calling yourself “the guy who swore he had a 13 mm socket somewhere around here”), a tool cabinet is the grown-up move.

Recommended Tool Cabinets from EvanBaileyTools

Here are a few selections from our online store that suit different workshop needs - from compact garages to serious pro setups:

T&E 52" Tool Hutch & 12-Drawer Cabinet Combo – Black - large storage capacity, multiple drawers (including full-width and extra-deep), non-slip liners, and a secure tubular lock for all drawers. Great for serious workshops. 
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T&E 52" Tool Hutch & 12-Drawer Cabinet Combo – Blue - same robust features in a different color if you care about flair as much as function. 
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Montezuma 36" x 24" 6-Drawer Tool Cabinet - a bit more modest, yet ideal if you want reliable storage without overkill. 
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Montezuma 46" x 24" 11-Drawer Tool Cabinet - a middle-ground pick: enough drawers for a growing tool collection, but still manageable for a typical home workshop. 
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If you want to browse even more options — from stationary chests to rolling cabinets — head over to the main tool storage section on our site: Tool Cabinets & Chests. 
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How to Choose the Right Cabinet for Your Workshop

Depending on your space, what tools you have, and how you work - different cabinets will suit different needs. Here’s a quick cheat-sheet:

For smaller garages or modest tool collections → go for a 4- to 6-drawer cabinet like the Montezuma 36"-wide model.

For a growing workshop or lots of power tools / bulky gear → bigger rolling or hutch-style cabinets (like the T&E 52″ 12-Drawer) give more room and flexibility.

If you move tools around or work in different spaces/vehicles → look for cabinets with casters or portability built in (rolling chests/trolleys).

If security matters (shared workshop, mobile van, shed) → lockable drawers and sturdy build should be top of the list.

Because a Little Garage-Humour Makes Organisation Less Painful

Look - we get it. Choosing a tool cabinet isn’t quite as exciting as a brand-new angle grinder. But there’s something deeply satisfying about closing a heavy drawer full of neatly arranged wrenches and sockets, with none of them hiding under the bench mocking you. It’s adulting, with tools.

Besides - nothing says “I’m serious about my craft” like a wall of drawers that would make even your old high school locker jealous.

Conclusion

If your garage currently resembles a chaotic mix of metal, dust and “where-did-I-put-that” - a good tool cabinet isn’t optional. It’s the difference between hunting for a socket and actually knowing where everything lives.

Head over to our [Tool Cabinets & Chests collection] on EvanBaileyTools to pick the one that suits you best. And while you’re there - maybe grab a few extra drawers. Future you will thank you.

Happy organising - and may your next project begin with a neatly opened drawer instead of a frantic search through the tool pile.