Tool Tips: Water replacement tricks, removing threaded drain plugs
When installing water heaters, I use the water heater carton as a tool. First, I cut the top of the box off at 32 in., flip it over and it becomes a “work table.” Next, I finish cutting the box along the bottom and down one side, unfold it and this becomes a “drop cloth” to protect the floor that goes into the mechanical room.
When finished, I turn over my work table and it becomes a trash can. This saves my back and saves time by putting my tools at waist height. It makes the most out of something most people just throw away.