A garage used to be a place where we store our garden tools and cars, but today things have changed. We use our garage as a personal storage unit and tend to fill as many square feet as we can. Knowing this, we must rely on storage devices and containers to keep our garage as organized as possible. Here are some types of garage storage devices that you can install yourself that will help reduce clutter in your garage:
1.) Utility shelves and storage boxes
When organizing your garage, you need to properly plan where you want to put your items. Using utility shelving is a great way to keep all of your gear in one area. They also allow you to utilize the vertical space with multiple shelves. These shelves can be made of wood or metal, and you can even find them at a home improvement store.
Using cardboard or plastic boxes is a great way to keep your smaller items that you can’t hang together. Using boxes of the same size on the shelves keeps your garage organized and is aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Be sure to label all of your boxes on each side so you can easily find your stored materials.
2.) Top storage
We can all stack our items against the walls, but there is little room for that. Sometimes you can’t find a shelf that will fit a certain space in your garage, so turning to a superior storage device is a great option. Roof storage is a great option for keeping things out of sight and perfect for items you only use at a certain time of year, such as Christmas decorations, winter clothing, outdoor furniture, or camping gear. They come in various sizes and work in different ways. Some are fixed to the ceiling, others use pulleys or cranks. You need to understand what you store and how you are going to access the device before installing overhead storage.
3.) Storage behind your doors
Our garage space is limited, so you may need to come up with some smart storage options. Your doors are a great place to add a shelf, hook set, or shelves to hang frequently used items. When you install it, make sure they do not interfere with the door hinge or handle.
4.) Small storage organizers
Although used in a small space, plastic organizers can save you a lot of time and are great for storing screws, nails, nuts and bolts, and all your other small parts around your garage. They can be stacked on shelves or stored in drawers to keep your workbench tidy. It is also helpful to use these organizers as you will know where all your items are.
You can also use old jars or labeled zip-top bags to store small essentials in your garage.