Has your garage become the Bermuda Triangle of disorganization? Is it the place where your household clutter goes to die? Perhaps your garage is jammed packed with plastic storage containers which you bought with good intentions of getting rid of the clutter but didn’t quite get there.
Unfortunately, stuffing junk into boxes will only get us so far. If you are finding you have too much stuff in the garage to even park your car then maybe you need to consider taking some serious action in getting it under control once and for all. And by the way, moving into a larger house is not a real solution, it will only follow you there if you don’t deal with it first. The best way to tackle the clutter in your garage is to maximize your storage space.
Top Tricks and Tips To Taming The Chaos In Your Garage
Here we reveal some indisputable secrets to taming your garage clutter along with the top tricks for keeping your stuff organized. If you take these steps seriously you will find yourself the proud owner of a well-organized and functional garage once more.
Blank Canvas Mode
So the very first thing to do is remove every item in your garage and start sorting. Yes, we know you are already squirming at the thought. But, one of the most efficient and effective ways to tackle your garage organization is to start in blank canvas mode.
For this, you will need to arm yourself with a few essential things: some time (a weekend is best), trash bags, empty storage containers, some help to lift things and keep you focused (bribe family and friends if necessary), and some tunes to keep you moving. Yes, we understand this is no easy task and you would much rather spend your time engaged in some other enjoyable activity. However, by giving up only one weekend, potentially less, you can finally end the chaos in your garage and allow order to reign again.
The Four Pillars Of Organization
If you have the space, empty the contents onto tarps on your lawn or driveway, sorting them into four general piles as you remove them from the garage; stay, belongs elsewhere, garage sale/donate and throw out in the trash! This process may bring on the occasional nostalgia when you find some of those keepsakes you had stashed away from junior high, but it will also give you great sense of achievement to finally be getting your garage in order.
Create Functional Storage Systems
Weeding out all the stuff you no longer need, use or want is vital. Organizing everything left from there becomes much easier. From here you need to implement solutions that allow you to reclaim every square foot to really maximize your space. One highly effective way to do that is to use the walls and even the ceiling.
A professional garage storage designer can help get this into perspective and offer some solid tips to suit your desired outcome. Perhaps before you embark on your garage decluttering mission, consult with an expert garage organizer in your local area and seek some professional advice maximizing your space.
If you are wanting some extra room for that home gym, game room, man cave or hobby studio you’ve been dreaming about, then taking advantage of every inch of available space is crucial.
Up, Up and Away!
One of the greatest unsung values in the garage is utilizing the overhead storage opportunities. Racks that hang from ceiling joints can add loads of extra storage room that can be designed for specialized storage for things like seasonal items, camping gear, luggage, and any of the things you only use once or twice a year. Better still are motorized storage lifts and elevated platforms that can hoist bikes, kayaks, jet skis and even mini RVs leaving you with a heap more floor space for the essentials (like your car, which until now may have been banished to the driveway due to lack of available parking space in there).
Go Vertical
Vertical wall space is essential for good organization in the garage. Custom garage cabinets with doors are the perfect solution for those who want to keep the stuff they are storing out of sight.
Slat wall storage systems with shelves, hooks and baskets are one of the top vertical storage solutions for any garage. Not only do they adjustable to suit whatever you need to store but they provide easy access to all your items.
Creating Workspace
Having a clutter free workspace for your hobbies, craft, gardening and more is one of the many benefits of whipping your garage into shape. Creating a workspace is made easy by installing any traditional or custom workbench to suit your purposes. Another great space saving option is to install custom collapsible shelving/workbench that folds flat to the wall when not in use. There is a storage solution for every situation.
The Floor Show
A garage makeover just wouldn’t be complete without giving some attention to the floor. Once all clutter is gone and you can actually see the floor again, if you still have bare concrete for a floor, you might want to consider sprucing that up as well. One of the most popular floor treatments today is an epoxy floor. Epoxy floors are extremely easy to keep clean and nice to walk on. They are also fade-, mark-, stain- and slip-resistant. Available in numerous styles and finishes, they are considered a solid investment in adding value to your home.
If you are ready to dive in and tackle the clutter of your garage but would like some assistance with creating the right storage solutions to suit your needs, then the team at L&B Closets would love to help! Residents in and around the Phoenix area qualify for a No-Obligation FREE In-Home Design Consultation with professional organization specialist simply by calling today and scheduling an appointment.