This is something else. I’ve never heard of a library that carried tools before – only libraries that carry my favorite books. The tool library in the city of Portland, Oregon is truly a brilliant idea. When you think about it, things like power tools don’t really get all that much use before they’re discarded. This means that a lot of resources are being put into making things that aren’t getting very much use. So why not have a library where you can rent out tools instead of owning them? It’s less expensive, easier on the planet, and can help de-clutter your shed.
There are always going to be tools that I want to have around, like socket wrenches, shovels and screw drivers. But a lot of the things I have I wish I could just rent instead of own. Maybe one of these days I’ll organize a tool library for my community. What’s your take?
