Safety Harbor Public Library: Tool Library
location_onSafety Harbor, Florida
infoAbout Safety Harbor Public Library: Tool Library
The Safety Harbor Tool Library is run by Safety Harbor Public Library at 101 2nd Street North in Safety Harbor, Florida. In the library's words: "Our tool lending library was established in 2016, the first in the state of Florida. Our mission is for all residents to have access to quality tools at no cost."
Membership
All you need is a PPLC (Pinellas Public Library Cooperative) library card. Library cards are free for residents of Pinellas County and can be obtained at any PPLC member library.
Borrowing
Create a MyTurn account, then reserve tools online through the catalog at safetyharbortoollibrary.myturn.com at least one day before you want them; same-day pickup is not available. On your first pickup you sign a membership agreement and release form, which stay on file. From 1 August 2026 the late fee is $5.00 per day, per tool. Once a tool is 14 days overdue, the borrower owes the full replacement cost plus all late fees.
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helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhat do I need to borrow tools from the Safety Harbor Tool Library?
A PPLC library card. Cards are free for Pinellas County residents at any PPLC member library. You also sign a membership agreement and release form on your first pickup.
help_outlineDoes it cost anything?
No. The library's mission is for all residents to have access to quality tools at no cost.
help_outlineHow do I reserve a tool?
Create a MyTurn account and reserve online at safetyharbortoollibrary.myturn.com at least one day ahead. Same-day pickup is not available.
help_outlineWhat are the late fees?
From 1 August 2026, $5.00 per day, per tool. After 14 days overdue, the borrower owes the full replacement cost plus late fees.
help_outlineCan I donate tools?
No. The library is no longer accepting tool donations, but it takes tool purchase suggestions.
help_outlineWhen can I pick up and return tools?
During library open hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 AM-7 PM, Friday 9:30 AM-4 PM, Saturday 10 AM-3 PM, Sunday 10 AM-2 PM.
help_outlineWhen did it open?
2016. The library says it was the first tool lending library in Florida.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Safety Harbor Public Library: Tool Library 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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card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.C.R.E.W.S. Tool Library | Tallahassee, FL | 193 mi | — | Registration is free; some power tools and kits carry a small loan fee |
| Atlanta ToolBank | Atlanta, GA | 408 mi | star4.8 | nominal fee |
| Charlotte Community ToolBank | Charlotte, NC | 510 mi | star4.9 | — |
| Lafayette Tool Library | Lafayette, LA | 582 mi | — | Free |
| Louisville Tool Library | Louisville, KY | 729 mi | star5.0 | sliding scale donation |
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