Tips to Keep Your Project Organized in Your Workshop

When you have several projects going on at the same time, it can be a challenge to stay organized in your workshop. The following workshop-related tips and ideas will keep you on track, help you stay productive, and ensure you finish your projects by their deadlines.

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Create a calendar. Dedicate one wall of your workshop to a paper calendar where you can note the goals for your projects.
Examine your tools. There is nothing worse than going to use a saw and finding it blunt. Check drill bits, router bits, and blades regularly to ensure nothing needs replacing.
Order supplies. Refer back to your calendar in order to plan what you need to order. Consider even the smallest items such as screws, nails, and glue.
Empty the trash. As soon as the trash bag is full, take it out of your workshop to give yourself more room.
Clean and simplify. As your projects change, you may find you need a different setup in your workshop. Simplify often and use the opportunity to clear the shop of any accumulated junk.