Ideas for Garage Storage Systems
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Good organization is of utmost important in the garage as this is the area where clutter tends to build up to unmanageable proportions. A hopelessly cluttered garage is an invitation for disaster that could happen anytime; sharp tools just lying around could cause serious injury to the unwary while toxic items are a threat particularly to curious kids. There are various garage storage systems which can eliminate these problems.
One cardinal rule in having a tidy, orderly and safe garage is to always keep the floor area clear. There are several options that can be utilized to keep your garage floor clear. Garage storage shelving, hooks and garage storage cabinets will all help to keep tools and items safely and conveniently stored. For a quick and efficient tidying up, stackable containers made of clear plastic can likewise be used. These containers come in several sizes suitable to varying storage needs and are readily adjustable to your garage space. Labels can be easily affixed to the containers for quick and easy access of tools or items that are needed often. The best thing about clear plastic containers is the ability to see what is inside the box. This will allow you to view the contents at a glance and will save you the hassle of removing the lid of the box to see what is inside.
Garage wall storage is another wise option available for organizing your garage. Dozens of wall-mounted grid panel modules are available online and in hardware stores. These systems are easy to install and easy on the pocket as well. After the panel sections are mounted to the wall, a garage storage rack or shelf units can be attached. Additional accessories to add to the wall-attached panel sections may include baskets and hooks that are tailor-fit for specific garage needs.
The use of perforated hardboard as pegboards is another good garage storage system. When using pegboards, they should be attached to spacers to set them away from the wall and allow space for insertion (and removal) of hooks. The rule of thumb is to use a ¼-inch pegboard if the hooks to be inserted will support heavy items, and 1/8 inch pegboards for hooks that will support lighter loads. An ample supply of hooks, garage storage shelving and tool holders suitable for pegboards can be sourced online. This type of storage is especially useful for hanging gardening tools. If you are the type to always be trying out some landscape design ideas then you will have an ever evolving collection of tools to store.
To further tidy up a garage, any empty space should be fitted with a garage storage shelf system. Anyone who is handy can attach shelf support brackets to the walls with either nails or screws. Cutting appropriate spans for these shelf supports comes next. If you find such a project too time-consuming, you can choose from any number of modular garage storage shelving systems widely available online.