Thomas G. Marshall wrote:
I currently have most of my tools all in a large plastic tool bin with a
pretty good snap on lid (in my basement).

I was wondering if it makes any particular sense to install a dehumidifier
in it to protect any power tools I move down to it.

The basement is not "dripping" wet, but the air is a "little" damp feeling
in the summer, and there is some water that comes in a very small amount in
one corner.


There are lots of good reasons to buy a dehumidifier. But if all
you're trying to do is protect your tools, buy a light bulb instead.
Just put a 25 watt light bulb inside your tool chest and leave it on
all the time. You need a couple of small holes in your tool bin to be
sure moisture doesn't get trapped inside. As long as the temperature
inside is a few degrees warmer than the ambient temperature, no
moisture will condense on your tools.

DonkeyHody
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