How to make a large tool box from plastic cans

How to make a large tool box from plastic cans

A couple of empty plastic canisters can easily be converted into a lightweight, strong, and spacious tool storage box. To make it you need a minimum of purchased parts and time. Everything is done easily, literally in half an hour.

Materials:


  • plastic canisters 10 l or more - 2 pcs.;
  • wooden slats;
  • wood screws with a wide head;
  • door hinges – 2 pcs.;
  • fasteners – 2 pcs.;
  • PP pipe 20 mm;
  • PP corners 45 degrees – 4 pcs.

Box making process


You need to cut off the top of two canisters, then insert one of them into the second by 20-30 mm.
The top of two canisters needs to be cut off

After this, the halves are twisted together with self-tapping screws at the corners.
halves of the canisters are twisted together with self-tapping screws at the corners

To make a box lid, you need to mark one side of the spliced ​​canisters and cut it off. Previously screwed in screws will prevent the halves from falling apart.
you need to mark one side of the spliced ​​canisters

Next, you need to screw the slats from the inside around the perimeter of the drawer. The resulting frame will strengthen the structure and give it the necessary rigidity. You should also strengthen the joint of the halves on the lid and the box itself. You can use rivets with washers on the back, or just screws and nuts.
you need to screw the slats from the inside around the perimeter of the drawer

After this, the lid is screwed to the box on the hinges. On the opposite side, fastening latches are installed to close the box.
screwed to the drawer on hinges

A large tool box made from plastic canisters is almost ready

Clip latches are installed on the opposite side

The handle for the drawer can be soldered from PP pipes and 45 degree angles. It is screwed to the lid with long self-tapping screws through a batten made of lath. The fastener is wrapped directly into the walls of the knees.
The handle for the drawer can be soldered from PP pipes and 45 degree angles

This canister box is actually quite durable.
a box made from canisters is actually quite durable

It can be fully loaded and carried by the handle without fear. It weighs almost nothing and is easily wiped off from dust and dirt.
Open tool box made from plastic canisters

How to make a large tool box from plastic cans

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