Who are we?
The West Philly Tool Library loans tools to community members so they can perform simple home maintenance, tend their yards and gardens, build furniture, start projects, and learn new skills in a safe and affordable manner. We aim to be a community resource to provide home owners, tenants, long-time residents, and newcomers with the tools (and the knowledge to work the tools!) they need.When are we open?
We are open every Monday through Thursday from 5:30pm to 8:30pm and Saturdays from 9:00am to 3:00pm.Where are we?
We are located at 1314 South 47th Street, Philadelphia, PA. We are in a warehouse on the east side of South 47th Street about 200 feet south of Woodland Ave.
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Engine hoist lifts 2 tons on hydraulic arm!
Today, Douglas Plugliese contributed some heavy lifting to WPTL’s arsenal of tools for loan. With his 2-ton engine hoist, you can pull your own engine, or anything else super heavy that you want to move around using a frame on … Continue reading
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Light duty drain snake fails in 3″ or larger drain pipes
All but the largest drain snakes may be damaged by use on drains larger than 2″. As a rule of thumb, this means you should not use a snake on soil lines (like through a toilet) unless you have verified … Continue reading
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Tagged drain cleaning, drain snake, plumbing, tool care, tool misuse
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WPTL, Four Worlds Bakery, Woodland Supply on a Summer Saturday
47th & Woodland is a great way to kick off Saturdays, especially if you’ve got a project in the works for the weekend. First things first, Four Worlds Bakery serves coffee fresh brewed from beans roasted on site. And as … Continue reading
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Tagged 47th & Woodland, bagel slicer, bagels, cream cheese, Morning coffee, weekend projects
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