NEW YEAR, NEW GARAGE!
Welcome to the “New Year!” Although it’s been a challenging time with the pandemic still ongoing, it can still be helpful to give yourself a clean fresh start, even if time seems to march forward in a confusing manner. That’s why we’re taking it all in stride and doing our best to refresh our minds and our spaces.
We’re taking the New Year as a fresh chance to focus on ways to brighten up our workshops, clean and organize our garages, and stay inspired with lots of fun new projects to look forward to! On today’s blog you’ll find lots of helpful hints and tips along with all the tools you’ll need to keep your space in tip-top shape.
We’ve got a nice list of options you can purchase right out the gate, but if you're the DIY mindset person, we’ve also compiled a list YouTube videos that show you how to get the job done yourself. So let’s work together to get your New Year, New Garage goals checked!
Stress Less and Let’s Clean Up That Mess with These Great Options and Tips:
Little Things Make a Big Difference: Why You Should Paint Your Garage
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A fresh coat of paint may not seem like a big deal, but when it comes to livening up the workspace and protecting it from spills, messes, and mishaps in your garage, you can’t skip it! We recommend giving the walls and ceiling of your garage and workspace a fresh coat of paint in a gloss or semi-gloss finish for easy cleaning. Choose something that’s kid-friendly even if you don’t have any, as these are often low-odor, fast drying, and easy-to-clean options! Alternatively, a great exterior paint will hold up to just about all the elements (manmade or natural!) and make cleanup a breeze. They’ll keep your space looking fresh and pleasant for years to come no matter what mess you fling at it. Clear out the space and give the room a fresh coat before installing your new organizers, cabinets, and other gadgets.
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Once you’ve painted the walls and ceiling, but before you install your hardware, furniture, and organizers, you’ll want to also consider painting the floors. Providing the floors with a protective coating can prevent motor oil, household chemicals, and other fluids from damaging the foundation and flooring. Consider hiring a professional to install and apply a polyaspartic coating on the floor, or at the very least applying a primer + sealant + paint to any concrete base. This will keep your garage looking smart and also prevent costly repairs due to damage. Plus, it really brightens up the space which can be a big help when working indoors.
Now It’s Time To Get the Ball Rolling: Organizers, Workbenches, Cabinets and More!
This Hanging Tool Cabinet from Harbor Freight is a great way to tidy up your workspace as well as maintaining a neat appearance. As an added bonus, the doors lock to keep curious kiddos out of the danger zone, and to help prevent theft of your valuable tools should you forget to lock your garage. It’s a fantastic option also to keep the clutter out of view, leaving your mind more room to process inspiration and come up with new project ideas! Nice and neat just can’t be beat!
Every good workshop needs a sturdy workbench or work table. Harbor Freight has a wonderful mobile 46” Mobile Workbench with plenty of drawers and cabinet space that can fit just about anywhere! They’re great for planning and prepping, great for spreading out while mid-project, and even double as extra storage while you’re rearranging your space. Use it indoors or outdoors for flexibility and versatility, and the 1200lb storage weight capacity makes it the perfect place to stash hefty tools without worry.
The Gladiator Garage Overhead Storage Rack gives you a fantastic way to use unconventional storage in spaces people usually overlook! Place seasonal items up overhead when not in use, and take advantage of the space while leaving room to park your cars during inclement weather.
Clean, simple, easy to use, and bright. Those are just a few of the reasons we love the WFX Utility shelving option sold on Wayfair. It has lots of options to reshuffle and reorganize your tools for easy storage and removal; great for rakes, shovels, snow scrapers, and more. It comes with a set of hooks and bins to get you started, too.
For those who can’t be fussed with aesthetics, you may wish to opt for the utilitarian route with the Holeyrail Garage Organizer for under $50 on Amazon right now. For those looking for an alternative to slats or pegboard options, and keeping everything very accessible and visible. Plus, t’s versatile, simple to install, and it’s ultra budget friendly!
This all-in-one garage workshop storage unit from Husky Tools has great versatility and convenience! From workbench surface to hanging tools to storage drawers to cabinets, it’s a fantastic space saving and compact unit. Great for small spaces or garages with multiple cars taking up room.
Helpful DIY Videos
