Do You Need A Stainless Steel Tool Chest ?
What should your next tool chest be made out of? Do you really need to have one that is made out of stainless steel? Here are some guidelines that you should consider.
1) A stainless steel toolchest is a magnificent piece of workmanship. It is indeed very impressive, but did you know that it can be very difficult to clean? Smudges and fingerprints tend to show up easily on stainless steel, so think of what your tool box will look like after you are done changing the oil in your car. Another thing that you should keep in mind is that it is not magnetic. This means that if you like to stick your magnetic accessories to the side of your tool box, you should look a bit further.
2) There are stainless steel tool chests, and then there are “All Stainless Steel” tool chests. The difference is that the frame and drawer inners are also made out of stainless steel. These are usually handy if you work in a salt water, sterile, or high humidity environment.
3) What in the world is “Powder Coated Mild Steel”? It is the material you should consider if you plan to store magnetic tools and accessories, or are concerned about all the smudges that show up on a Stainless Steel tool chest. The “Powder Coating” is a “baked-on finish”, which means it is a much tougher and longer-lasting finish than a mere paint job. You should also consider the “wrinkle-finish powder coat”…it will resist scratches and looks very professional.
4) If you see a tool box that is relatively inexpensive, then it is probably made out of painted mild steel. They are really not built to last, and will fade a lot easier than the “Powder Coated” variety of tool chest. If you are looking for a long-term investment…then look further.
