We’ve all heard about working with a towel in your lap to catch errant parts. I go a step farther and keep a large, dark, solid-color towel on the floor, too. I have saved many pieces that would have been eaten up by the tan carpet. Also, keep a small flashlight handy; aimed across the towel, it makes finding small parts so much easier.

Tip submitted by:
Larry Maciaszek
Bolingbrook, Ill.