It’s no surprise that the garage is among the most disorganized spaces in the home.
Your garage isn’t only for storing parked cars. Whether you’re making space in your garage to get work done or in desperate need of a cleanup, here are our top garage storage ideas to keep your space organized.
1. Plastic Bins
Large plastic bins are a great way to store and organize smaller items in your garage. Clear bins or opaque are both good options but if you want to conceal the clutter, opaque is the best option.
Use these bins to store similar items together and don’t forget to add a label in large lettering. It’ll be much easier to find those seasonal decorations without opening every single storage bin.
2. Wall-Mounted Shelves
Make use of your garage space with garage wall storage. Unlike standing shelves, which have a weight capacity, limited storage space, and take up floor space, use as many wall-mounted shelves as you need to hold specific items.
Use metal shelves to hold bulky items and storage bins. Mounted shelving goes up as high as needed.
3. Metal Shelving Unit
Almost anything can be stored on a high-quality metal shelf.
Although metal shelves are pricier than plastic, the investment is well worth it in the long run. They’re able to hold a substantial amount of weight and you don’t have to worry about it giving out or falling.
4. Hooks
Use hooks to hang bags, gardening items, or to air out smelly sports equipment. Not only does this keep them out of the way, but the increased ventilation in the garage helps with the smell.
Garage hanging storage using hooks is a better option to hold you large, awkward items.
5. Pegboard
Whether you choose metal, plastic, or hardboard, pegboards are a great organizational tool.
Pegboards hold smaller items of different shapes and sizes. Mount a pegboard to the wall for tools and other small items.
6. Track System
Wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted horizontal track systems are versatile and able to keep large awkward items and even storage bins off of the floor. Instead of leaning bikes against the wall, keep them completely out of the way by hanging them on a track system.
Slide plastic storage bins into your ceiling-mounted track and keep your landscaping tools out of the way on your wall track system. For a completely custom track, try a DIY ceiling-mounted track system.
7. Overhead Shelving
For garage overhead storage ideas, shelves are perfect for storing tools or other items that aren’t used as frequently.
Using this piece of space with suspended shelves means that those items are completely out of the way.
8. Mudroom Storage
No mudroom? No problem.
Use particleboard shelving to store muddy boots, shoes, and seasonal wear. Hang sporting equipment and heavy winter coats.
9. Metal Garage Storage Cabinets
Many metal storage cabinets for your garage are made of stainless steel, stand upright, and have the option to be secured to the wall for safety.
Keep valuable or dangerous items safe and secure with a lock on your metal cabinet.
10. Tool Storage
Avoid the stress of a misplaced tool by keeping them all organized and in one location.
Store your tools on a workbench, toolbox, or in small metal cabinets.
What’s Your Favorite Garage Storage Idea?
Thinking of organizing your garage? Take a weekend to organize your garage with these garage storage ideas.
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