Transform Your Garage: Tackle Clutter and Improve Functionality, All in Style!
Transform Your Chaotic Garage into an Organized Haven with These 26 Tips
Excited to share some inspiring ideas for turning your garage into a productive, organized, and stylish workspace! Some of these suggestions might have been shared as samples, while others were carefully selected by our editors. Just a heads up: BuzzFeed and its partners may earn a commission from the links in this article.
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Fantastic Frugal Finds for Your Garage
By Maxine Thompson, BuzzFeed Contributor and Emily Carter, BuzzFeed Staff
1. Transform your garage doors with magnetic handles and faux windows, saving a fortune compared to purchasing new carriage-style doors. You'll instantly give your garage a fresh, chic look! 🏚️
2. Barricade your garage from drafts, dirt, water, and pests by installing a handy threshold kit. No more unwanted guests! 🐾
3. Say goodbye to unsightly stains with an oil stain remover that tackles even the toughest messes. 🤮
4. Keep a shine on your garage floor by applying an epoxy coating that resists grease, stains from oil, and various chemicals. While this project may require elbow grease, it'll save you heaps compared to hiring a professional. 👷♀️
5. Take advantage of unused space with ceiling-mounted shelves for out-of-reach items. You'll essentially double your storage capacity! 📦
6. Keep essential items accessible with a heavy-duty shelving unit with a weight capacity of 350 pounds per shelf. It can also serve as a practical pantry for bulk dry goods. 🛋️
7. Sort out those pesky extension cords with versatile bungee cords. Your workspace will thank you. 🤘
8. Store bikes on lifts to free up space for your car and safeguard your bike from parking mishaps. 🚲
9. Organize outdoor sports gear with kayak hanger straps. 🚀
10. Teach kids (and adults) proper parking etiquette with a parking mat and flashing LED sign that says STOP. We wish we'd had these growing up! 🚗
11. Ensure your garage remains vehicle-friendly with this parking guide mat. 🚽
12. Keep small tools and hardware within reach using a magnetic tray. 🛠️
13. Organize items like tools and spray cans with a DeWalt 20V tool holder or spray can organizer. 🔧
14. Tidy up your car-cleaning routine with a wall-mounted shop vacuum. 🚫
15. Corral long-handled items like brooms and yard tools with a wall-mounted organizer. 🌱
16. Keep harmful chemicals safe by storing them in a secure, lockable cabinet. Dangerous products get labeled, so you always know what's inside. ⚠️
17. Invest in a proper trash can to eliminate the dumpster-on-wheels vibe that cars tend to give. Plus, it's better for the environment! 🌍
18. Organize recycling in style with these stackable bins for paper, plastic, and glass. 💚
19. Store outdoor footwear on a sturdy shoe rack before bringing it inside. Goodbye, mud! 🥾
20. Organize your sports corner with a golf bag organizer. ⛳️
21. Get motivated to clean with a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that’s small but mighty. The Barbie soundtrack makes the cleaning process more enjoyable! 🎶
22. Keep your belongings safe with a remote-control garage door opener that's keychain-attachable. 🏡
23. Avoid the nightmare of tangled extension cords with a wall-mounted cord winder. 😱
24. If you prefer a cleaner, sleeker cord solution, opt for a retractable 30-foot extension cord. 🌐
25. Light up your workspace with mountable industrial lights. Say goodbye to dim corners! 💡
26. Install welcome mats at both door entrances to keep out dirt and mud when entering your home. Adds a charming touch, too! 🏠
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Budget-Friendly DIY Garage Tips
- Repurpose mason jars for tool storage
- Install a magnetic strip for small tools and supplies
- Utilize vertical space with hooks or a slatwall
- Create a DIY rolling utility cart
- Repurpose old shelves or crates for storage
- Install overhead racks for infrequently used items
- Customize with paint or labels for easy item identification.
Enhance your garage storage and organization with these affordable and simple ideas!
- To give your garage a fresh, chic look, consider transforming your garage doors with magnetic handles and faux windows, a more budget-friendly option than buying new carriage-style doors.
- Sent a tremendous help in barricading your garage from drafts, dirt, water, and pests with a threshold kit.
- Tackle unsightly stains with an oil stain remover, ensuring items are easy to clean and the space remains tidy.
- Maintain a shine on your garage floor by applying an epoxy coating, a DIY project that saves you heaps compared to hiring a professional.
- Maximize storage capacity by utilizing ceiling-mounted shelves for out-of-reach items, essentially doubling your storage space.
- Keep essential items accessible with a heavy-duty shelving unit, capable of holding up to 350 pounds per shelf, doubling as a practical pantry for bulk dry goods.
- Organize pesky extension cords using versatile bungee cords for a tidier workspace.
- Store bikes on lifts to safeguard them from parking mishaps and free up space for your car.
- Utilize kayak hanger straps to organize outdoor sports gear.
- Encourage proper parking etiquette with a parking mat and flashing LED sign, a fun addition that would have been helpful growing up.
- Ensure your garage remains vehicle-friendly with a parking guide mat.
- Keep small tools and hardware within reach using a magnetic tray.
- Organize items like tools and spray cans with a DeWalt 20V tool holder or spray can organizer.
- Streamline your car-cleaning routine with a wall-mounted shop vacuum for easy access and better efficiency.
- Organize long-handled items like brooms and yard tools with a wall-mounted organizer, saving floor space.
- Store harmful chemicals in a secure, lockable cabinet, keeping them out of reach and properly labeled for safety.
- Invest in a proper trash can, eliminating the dumpster-on-wheels vibe and benefiting the environment.
- Organize recycling in style with stackable bins for paper, plastic, and glass.
- Store outdoor footwear on a sturdy shoe rack before bringing it inside, keeping mud at bay and maintaining a cleaner entryway.
- Sort out your sports corner with a golf bag organizer, consolidating gear and maintaining tidiness.
- Get motivated to clean with a waterproof Bluetooth speaker, adding a fun touch to the cleaning process.
- Keep your belongings safe with a remote-control garage door opener, conveniently attached to a keychain.
- Avoid the nightmare of tangled extension cords with a wall-mounted cord winder for easy organization.
- Opt for a retractable 30-foot extension cord for a sleeker, more modern cord solution.
- Light up your workspace with mountable industrial lights, ensuring every corner is well-lit and productive.
- Install welcome mats at both door entrances to keep out dirt and mud and add a charming touch to your entryway.
Consider repurposing mason jars for tool storage, installing a magnetic strip for small tools and supplies, utilizing vertical space with hooks or a slatwall, creating a DIY rolling utility cart, repurposing old shelves or crates for storage, and installing overhead racks for infrequently used items as more budget-friendly alternatives for enhancing your garage storage and organization.
