NE Portland Tool Library

08/30/2026

Every tool accounted for means one more tool ready for a neighbor's next project. Thanks to our inventory volunteers for helping us keep track of 2,219 tools!

08/30/2026

In case you missed this story, about the Portland Fruit Tree Project, an organization that shares our space.

The Portland Fruit Tree Project harvests edible fruit from thousands of trees, shrubs and bushes across the metro area and redistributes it within the community, fostering equitable access to healthy food.

08/28/2026

08/22/2026

Staying in your lane’s never been easier!

It was a hot and dusty job to stripe the lot and paint the curb. A fantastic team of Dallas, Harold, John, Debbie, Monte, Wendie, Ray, and Brent planned, did pre-production work, fetched supplies and equipment, swept, sprayed and stenciled to the bitter end. There’s still some painting and stenciling to do but NEPTL tool pickup and drop off has never been easier!

08/12/2026

Out with the old....In with the new! The Northeast Portland Tool Library has been working on rebranding and refreshing. Come check out our new building signage and let us know what you think!

Gratitude to the City of Portland for providing us with money to replace the old signs. We are also grateful to Leaven, for letting us put up our signs on their building. Last and not least, thanks to the wonderful work by our printer, Colormagic.

08/11/2026

Roof Repair Season Is Short. Before Portland’s rainy season comes back, get the roof ready. Now's the time.
The Northeast Portland Tool Library will loan you the tools for repairing a chicken coop roof, replacing damaged shingles, fixing up a carport or even repairing a shed or garden structure.
Roofing nailer. Ladder. Shingling hammer. Shingle ripper. Hearing protection. Shingle shovel. Roofing stapler. Safety harness. Roof jacks.
👀 Check our live inventory online for tool availability.
Roof work isn't the place to wing it. Use the right safety equipment for the job, and know when to call a pro 👷🏾‍♀️
Borrow the tools. Do the project. Beat the rain.
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08/03/2026

Join us for our monthly Tool Repair Parties. Learn how tools work, pick up new repair skills, meet fellow DIYers, and help keep thousands of tools ready for your neighbors. Every repaired tool goes back on the shelf to help another neighbor tackle their next project.

No experience. No sign-up. Just show up.

07/22/2026

Portland, we need your help.

We're hoping to add a Park Tool PCS-9.3 or PCS-10.3 Home Mechanic Repair Stand to the Tool Library to give it a second life and help the community keep their bikes rolling.

We're looking for this model because it's durable, stable, and well-suited for community use.

📩 Email us at [email protected] or share this post with someone who might have one.

07/22/2026

Spend money on lumber. Not tools.

One loose board doesn't mean you need a garage full of tools.

Repair it yourself.
Save money.
Enjoy your yard.

Borrow the tools you need from the Northeast Portland Tool Library.