Patio is where DIY meets community, learning, and sustainability. Borrow tools, rent yours out, learn with quizzes, discover tutorials, buy/sell tools, and find local resources. Making DIY easier, affordable, and more connected, beginner or pro.
This is exactly the kind of platform I wish existed years ago. I've had so many times where I needed a tool for a one-off project and didn't want to buy it. It solves that while also making learning part of the experience.
Super neat concept, especially the community-driven tool sharing. The semantic search engine sounds like a lifesaver when I’m tackling new projects. One question: do you think there’s a way to filter tools by project type or difficulty level? That’d make browsing even smoother
It seems like such a thoughtful solution to a common problem, owning tools you hardly use or needing tools you can't justify buying. I like how it's more than just a lending service; it's a whole learning space with tutorials and quizzes.
Just signed up and found three things I needed for a home repair, saved me cash and hassle. Anyone got tips for first-time borrowers? Nice product @julien_rioux Congratulations!
I love it takes something practical like tool sharing and makes it feel like a creative, community-driven experience. Renting or lending tools saves money, reduces clutter and helps the environment.
I love how Patio blends DIY with sustainability. Borrowing and sharing tools keeps waste down and builds community such a win-win :)
This is such a smart way to combine DIY with sustainability. Too many tools sit unused in people's garages and it turns that wasted potential into a community resource. The ability to learn through quizzes and tutorials makes it easy for anyone to jump in, even if they've never built anything before.
It will be great if Patio could partner with local hardware stores for tool discounts. Any plans for that in the future?
Whats the process for making sure tools are safe and in good shape before they’re listed? Love to see some kind of checklist feature
As a former carpenter turned tech enthusiast, I totally resonate with Patio’s vision. Julien’s hands-on roots really shine through.
I would love to offer up some of my gardening tools, will @Patio support neighborhood-themed groups? It would be fun to join a plant parents tool swap 😉
This is brilliant. It solves the “buy once, use once” problem and encourages people to actually connect with their neighbors. The fact that you’ve included trust features like deposits makes it even stronger. Big thumbs up from me!
Patio feels like building a real life neighborhood toolbox, really like it. How do you think about verifying tool condition?
Just curious how you keep things trustworthy.
The idea of lending and borrowing tools locally is awesome. One thing that could make it even better is a quick “tool availability calendar” so people can see when something’s free without messaging back and forth. Is that something you’ve considered?
It might just make my weekend project routine way more sustainable.
Anyone else planning to use it for their next DIY fix?
Love how Patio blends tool sharing with learning. It’s not just “borrow and return” you can actually pick up new skills along the way. The community angle is what makes it stand out for me.
I like how this isn’t just about borrowing stuff but also about connecting with people nearby who actually know how to use it. The mix of tools and learning resources is a nice touch. Will you be adding more how-to content from real users in the future?
The deposite hold feature is smart for building trust between borrowers and lenders. Have you faced any challenges in getting people comfortable with lending out their tools?
Such a cool idea! Would be awesome if it could suggest substitutions, like this isn’t available, but heres something similar nearby 🙌
@Patio brings back memories of that one friendly neighbor who always had whatever I needed 😅 Love the community spirit you’re fostering here!
