PVD Things
location_onProvidence, Rhode Island
infoAbout PVD Things
PVD Things is a tool lending library at 12 Library Court in Providence, Rhode Island. In its own words: "We are a tool lending library located in Providence, RI. PVD Things serves our community by providing affordable access to useful things, tools, and skills. We work to create an inclusive space that supports sharing and reuse."
Borrowing
PVD Things keeps its inventory in an online catalog at pvdthings.myturn.com, where you can browse items and create an account. For details on membership and how borrowing works, PVD Things points visitors to its website, pvdthings.coop, and the FAQ page there.
Hours
Tuesday 4-6 PM, Wednesday 6-8 PM and Saturday 11 AM-2 PM. PVD Things usually closes on holidays, holiday weekends and the week between Christmas and New Year's; closures are listed on its calendar.
Contact
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhere is PVD Things?
12 Library Court, Providence, RI 02909.
help_outlineWhen is PVD Things open?
Tuesday 4-6 PM, Wednesday 6-8 PM and Saturday 11 AM-2 PM.
help_outlineIs PVD Things closed on holidays?
Usually yes: holidays, holiday weekends and the week between Christmas and New Year's. Closures are posted on its calendar.
help_outlineCan I see the inventory online?
Yes, at pvdthings.myturn.com.
help_outlineHow do I contact PVD Things?
Call 401-484-6133 or visit pvdthings.coop.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that PVD Things 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.
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Recommendations are editorially independent — picks based on what tool-library users typically need alongside borrowed tools.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morse Institute Library: Library of Things | Natick, MA | 33 mi | — | Minuteman patrons with no outstanding fines above $100 |
| Needham Free Public Library: Library of Things | Needham, MA | 34 mi | — | Valid Minuteman Library Network card in good standing |
| Boston Public Library | Boston, MA | 41 mi | star4.8 | Free |
| Brooks Memorial Library: Field to Fork Tool Cottage | Brattleboro, VT | 92 mi | — | Library cardholders |
| Tool Library Albany | Albany, NY | 132 mi | star5.0 | 20 |
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