Library of Things @libraryofthings

Making borrowing better than buying for people & planet. Account rarely checked- for support please email: [email protected] libraryofthings.co.uk London Joined April 2014

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Library of Things @libraryofthings

2 weeks ago

✨ Open for bookings Now in Swiss Cottage and 21 locations across London, with more on the way...! Get started here: participate.libraryofthings.co.uk/try-renting

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Library of Things @libraryofthings

2 weeks ago

Hey #Camden 👋 ever bought a new gadget or tool only to use it once or twice? Well, it just got A LOT easier to avoid those annoying single-use purchases as Swiss Cottage Library of Things is opening up for bookings next week 🎉 Register here: participate.libraryofthings.co.uk/try-renting

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Sutton Green Scene @LBSEnvironment

2 weeks ago

Got home & garden projects on your September to-do list? Don’t want to waste money on new, bulky equipment? In Sutton you can access tools like carpet cleaners, drills, sanders & even fun stuff like projectors & speakers from the @libraryofthings @SuttonLibraries @SuttonCouncil

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H&F Council @LBHF

a month ago

Borrow, don’t buy! The Hammersmith @libraryofthings has helped residents save £170,000. The local hub offers an affordable alternative to expensive household gadgets and DIY tools. Start borrowing now: lbhf.gov.uk/news/2025/08/b…

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Richmond Council @LBRUT

4 weeks ago

"I bought a sad-looking antique bureau on Facebook covered in an old yellowing varnish. I borrowed a hand sander to sand all the old varnish off, cleaned the brass and oiled the wood and now I love it!" Get borrowing from Twickenham's @libraryofthings ⬇️ orlo.uk/5ajjm

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Southwark Libraries @SouthwarkLibs

3 weeks ago

💡 Need a something but don't want to buy one? @libraryofthings has you covered! 📍 Located Canada Water Library 💰 Tackle tasks & cut costs Start borrowing today! #CanadaWaterLibrary #LibraryOfThings

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Library of Things @libraryofthings

4 weeks ago

🧵 Stitch your way into #SecondhandSeptember with our #ThingofTheMonth: the sewing machine! 💚 Perfect for anyone who wants to sew, mend, make or upcycle without the cost or storage faff of buying new: libraryofthings.co.uk/catalogue/brow… #slowfashion #circularfashion #rentalrevolution

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Library of Things @libraryofthings

2 months ago

1 year of Ealing Library of Things! 🎉 A huge thanks to all the Ealing residents who have rented tools to fix, upcycle, upskill, clean and create. 🙌 Find out what impact a LoT has had in the borough: aroundealing.com/climate/librar…

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Sutton Green Scene @LBSEnvironment

3 months ago

July's @libraryofthings Thing of the Month is a useful one👇 Whether you’re shifting equipment for an event, or food and games for a family picnic, hiring a trolley means: ✅ Less backache ✅ Less clutter at home ✅ More money in your pocket Hire here: participate.libraryofthings.co.uk/try-renting?ut…

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Richmond Council @LBRUT

3 months ago

Say no to single-use this #PlasticFreeJuly with @libraryofthings! 🌱 Less packaging waste 🌍 Borrowing means fewer plastic items end up in landfills 🛠️ Community sharing Start using the Library of Things and cut down on your plastic waste ⬇️ orlo.uk/Ko0m3

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Library of Things @libraryofthings

3 months ago

Going to @glastonbury and not sorted a tent yet? We still have availability at our #Ealing and #Pimlico lockers, if you're quick! 🏃‍♀️⛺️ (You can also book ahead for @LatitudeFest 💡) Leave no trace by renting instead 🙌💚

Ealing Council @EalingCouncil

4 months ago

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Greener Hackney @greenerhackney

4 months ago

Reusables at the ready! ⁠ Join thousands of others across the globe on 16 June for #WorldRefillDay!✊🌎💧 ⁠ 📣Take on the #5DayChallenge to ditch disposables and let people know how they can reduce waste easily! 🔁 Follow @Refill or visit: refill.org.uk/world-refill-d…

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Library of Things @libraryofthings

4 months ago

🎉Congrats to @AgeUKRichmond for winning Member of the Month for using our speaker for their day disco🎵 👀Could YOU be our next winner? Check out May’s shortlist of inspiring & creative stories & cast your vote: lot-content.squarespace.com/member-of-the-… 🗳️Voting closes Monday 16 June

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Sutton Green Scene @LBSEnvironment

4 months ago

🚲There is now a second e-cargo @OurBikeUK available at Riverside Centre, Carshalton @RCANews 🚲 Easy to hire, great for collecting shopping or even taking little ones on a trip! Why not use it to hire and collect an item from Sutton @libraryofthings?

Sutton Green Scene @LBSEnvironment

a year ago

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Library of Things @libraryofthings

4 months ago

This is such a fantastic initiative ⤵️

North London Waste Authority @connectNLWA

4 months ago

This is such a fantastic initiative ⤵️

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Cllr Monica Hamidi @monhamidi

5 months ago

Tackle your next DIY project without the hefty price tag. Rent drills, sanders, and more from @libraryofthings

Ealing Council @EalingCouncil

5 months ago

Tackle your next DIY project without the hefty price tag. Rent drills, sanders, and more from @libraryofthings

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Westminster Libraries and Archives @WCCLibraries

4 months ago

🛠️ Thing of the Month: Hand Sander. “Had a go at a bank holiday furniture project. I would never have bought the sander myself, but being able to borrow was so easy and affordable.” 💬 Try a furniture makeover this May with the help of @libraryofthings. #DIY #LibraryOfThings

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Sutton Green Scene @LBSEnvironment

5 months ago

The sun is out and another long weekend is round the corner. A great time to benefit from a 25% discount at the @libraryofthings Complete their user survey before 31st May to receive your discount. You might win £50 credit too!