A technology enthusiast has created a functional 3D-printed tool holder for Dyson vacuum cleaners to organize cleaning heads. The design attaches to the vacuum's wand and accommodates multiple attachments. This project highlights practical uses of 3D printing for home tools.
The author, who has used 3D printing for years to create household items, designed a Dyson tool holder to address the issue of misplacing cleaning heads. The standard Dyson dock lacks sufficient storage, leading to disorganization during cleaning tasks. The printed holder secures up to six cleaning heads directly on the vacuum's long extension wand using four M3 screws.
This model was printed on a Prusa Mini Plus but is compatible with printers like the Bambu Labs A1, priced at $280. It is specifically designed for the Dyson V11 but functions well with the V8 and even the bulky hair tool. The holder works with any Dyson cordless vacuum featuring the same-diameter wand extension, and the vacuum still fits into its standard charging dock. For those preferring less bulk, a wall-mounted version is available. The author matched the Dyson's purple color using Polymaker Polylite PETG filament in purple, noting it appears slightly lighter.
Beyond the Dyson holder, the author explored other 3D prints, such as a drawer knife holder for five knives, printed in mint green PLA from Polymaker. This design protects blade edges and integrates with Ikea drawer separators. Custom cookie cutters were made using CookieAI, including one modeled after the author's dog, Jasper, from a silhouette photo edited in Apple Photos. The PLA-printed cutter required Saran Wrap over dough due to non-food-safe materials to avoid microplastics and bacteria.
Additional projects include Gridfinity modular storage systems for organizing items like screws in book-like containers, adjustable home phone mounts from Pork3D painted red with Krylon Fusion Plastic spray paint, a car vent phone mount by SethMoser with MagSafe support, and customizable holiday snowflakes via Makerworld, printed at 3-4 mm thickness for durability.
