There are many homes where the garage becomes one of the easily forgotten spaces. This is a reality and while most households use the garage for basics like parking their car or storing items they do not need, these households fail to make the most of the available space.
This is why they do not realize what they are missing until they start a garage makeover. It is possible to transform the garage and turn it into a new and useful space. If you are ready to make your garage look as good as new, here are a few ways to help you get started.
Get rid of the junk
You need to remember that having a nice garage will not happen unless the junk is gone. Start following the one-year rule for the garage space. If you haven’t used something for a year or more, you must get rid of that. It’s very simple, if you haven’t used it for one year, you might not need it. When you get rid of the junk and free up the wall space, floor space, and storage space, you will see that the garage automatically looks clean and aesthetically pleasing. This is the first step you must take.
Change the garage floor
To make your garage look beautiful, you need the right quality floor. Until the last 15 years, the garage floor was seen as a nondescript, grey space, but this has changed with time. Consider modern cardinal concrete coatings that can be professionally applied to give you solid garage aesthetics. Use top-quality floor coatings to give the floor surface a consistent and clean look. You can also custom-tailor it with unique colors to enjoy a showroom-like appearance.
Have organizational zones
If you want to make the most of the available space in the garage, you need to have separate zones for the different types of items you use. For example, you can have a separate zone for sports equipment and another one for garden tools like rakes and shovels.
Use the walls for additional storage
You could have the most amazing decorating scheme and colors but everything will go waste if there are not enough storage systems. Use storage systems to keep the garden tools, and sports equipment while using baskets for other, smaller items. Try to keep items off the floor as much as possible. There are several wall-mounted systems you can buy, they are affordable and highly effective when it comes to offering a storage solution. Consider a pegboard system to hold tools, or metal wall storage grids that can be used to hold baskets, hooks, or shelves.
Invest in cabinets
Everything does not need to hang from the walls. You can add cabinets inside the garage to make it look neat. These cabinets can hold smaller items and valuables that are dangerous and you want them to be locked up. Investing in a custom cabinet will be worth the cost since they provide an ideal solution and give a precise fit in the garage. They also look nicer and have a longer life.
Use the ceiling space
After putting the garage walls to good use, take a good look at the ceiling space. This is unused space that can be transformed into something valuable. Consider adding overhead ceiling racks to keep the floor neat and tidy. You can store heavy items on the overhead racks or use them for sports equipment, off-season items, and Christmas decorations.
Repaint
The walls and ceiling color will have a big impact on the light inside the garage. If you have the right lights, you will find it easier when parking vehicles or looking for items. The areas which are not covered by a cabinet, or pegboard, should be covered with a coat of light paint. This will make the space look bright and inviting. Do remember that the light shade will make grime and dirt apparent. Consider a semi-gloss paint since it makes the dirt less visible and is easy to clean. Once done, upgrade the lighting by adding fixtures like a 4-foot LED to enjoy a modern look and better illumination. This will also help save on energy bills in the long run. You may also add ceiling lights or wall lights over the storage racks to ensure that there is enough light when you need it.
Use these tips to improve the functionality and aesthetics of your garage. Remember that it will affect the curb appeal and if you plan to sell your house in the future, a nice garage will increase the home’s value. To keep it looking as good as new, get in the decluttering habit, maybe every two or three months. Give the garage a thorough cleaning annually.
