Farmington Community Library: Library of Things (Farmington Hills location)
location_onFarmington Hills, Michigan
infoAbout Farmington Community Library: Library of Things (Farmington Hills location)
Farmington Community Library's Library of Things includes tools housed at its Farmington Hills location at 32737 W 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The library calls it "a special collection filled with useful tools, fun games, and unique items you can borrow—just like a book!" It is a public library collection: you borrow from it with a library card, the same way you borrow a book.
What You Can Borrow
The catalog's Tools and Gardening lists show these items at the Farmington Hills location: stud finder, garden tool kit, seed spreader, car diagnostic scanner, car jump start kit, tire inflator, outlet tester and utility wagon. Moisture meters, infrared thermometers and metal detectors are also listed.
Borrowing
Items are first come, first served and cannot be placed on hold. Pick up and return items only at the location where they are housed, at the Circulation Desk. Loans last 7 days with the option to renew for another week, and each cardholder may check out up to 5 items.
Membership
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhat tools are at the Farmington Hills location?
The catalog shows stud finder, garden tool kit, seed spreader, car diagnostic scanner and car jump start kit, among others.
help_outlineCan I place a hold?
No. Library of Things items are first come, first served.
help_outlineHow long is the loan?
7 days, with the option to renew for another week.
help_outlineHow many items can I borrow?
Up to 5 at a time.
help_outlineWhere do I return items?
To the Circulation Desk at the location where the item is housed.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Farmington Community Library: Library of Things (Farmington Hills location) doesn't lend — buy them once and finish the job. Every item below ships from Amazon.
Tool libraries lend the tools — but you bring your own PPE. These are the basics worth keeping on a shelf.
ANSI-Rated Safety Glasses
Anti-fog, scratch-resistant. The pair you'll actually wear.
Work Gloves (Cut-Resistant)
Level-5 cut resistance handles utility blades and rough lumber.
Ear Protection (NRR 28+)
Circular saws and routers exceed 100 dB. NRR 28+ is the safe floor.
N95 Dust Masks (10-pack)
Critical for sanding, sawing MDF, or drywall work.
Tool libraries don't lend the stuff that gets used up. Buy these once, finish your project.
Sandpaper Variety Pack
60 to 400 grit covers most rough-to-finish work.
Drill Bit Set (Titanium)
Goes through wood, plastic, and most metals. Lasts longer than HSS.
Utility Knife Blades (100-pack)
Standard-size, fit most retractable knives. Cheaper in bulk.
Wood Screws Variety Box
Mixed lengths and gauges — saves a hardware-store trip mid-project.
Cheap, used constantly, not worth a library trip. Build your own small kit with these.
25-ft Tape Measure
Magnetic hook, standout reach. The one tool you'll grab daily.
Combination Screwdriver Set
Magnetic tips. Phillips + flathead in the sizes you'll actually use.
Stud Finder (Magnetic + Electronic)
Multi-mode finders catch both magnetic fasteners and wood/metal studs.
9-in-1 Multi-Bit Driver
Replaces a kit of screwdrivers and nut drivers in one handle.
Books and plans that show you how to actually use the tools you're borrowing.
Reader's Digest Complete DIY Manual
Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall — the household bible.
The Woodworker's Pocket Book
Joints, wood species, finishes — fits in a tool bag.
Black & Decker Wiring Guide
Code-current, illustrated, written for homeowners not electricians.
Pencil & Carpenter Marker Set
Mechanical carpenter pencils + deep-hole markers — endless small wins.
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Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lansing Public Library | East Lansing, MI | 59 mi | star4.7 | Free |
| Wayne County Public Library: Library of Things | Wooster, OH | 139 mi | — | Wayne County patrons with a library card and PIN |
| Traverse Area District Library: East Bay Branch Tool Library | Traverse City, MI | 188 mi | — | Library card |
| Garden Resource Center: Tool Library & Supply Depot (GRC) | Pittsburgh, PA | 228 mi | — | From $30 |
| Louisville Tool Library | Louisville, KY | 320 mi | star5.0 | sliding scale donation |
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