As the temperatures continue to drop, it is only a matter of time before the snow begins to fall. Those of us that have been using the garage as a dumping ground are going to find it very difficult to fit the car in with all of the other items in the way. Leaving the car out in the snow is not an option unless you want to dig your car out every morning before work. The only real solution is to get that garage cleaned and organized, and why not make improvements that will allow you to keep it that way for good?
3 Steps to Organization:
- Sorting: The first step towards creating a cleaner garage is to look through and organize the things that are currently occupying this space. Assess which items you want to keep and which can be thrown out or donated. You will be surprised how many things you are holding onto that you haven’t used in years! Create two distinct piles: what you want to keep and what you want to go. Once you know what you are going to need to store, you are one step closer to a clean and organized garage.
- Permanent Storage: There are two ways to tackle garage storage. You can either do it yourself or enlist the help of a professional. Slapping together wire shelves that can be purchased at nearly any hardware store is easy enough for most people to handle on their own. All you need are some plastic storage containers to place on the wire shelves and you are set to store the items you want to keep. For a more polished and professional look, you may want to consult a contractor. Professionally installed cabinetry, wall hangers, and work stations can truly transform your garage. These jobs are more complex, and if you are going to be hanging or storing heavy objects, you are going to want to make sure that these storage solutions are installed correctly!
- Garage Floor Epoxy: Another option that you have is to seal the garage floor with an epoxy. Kits can be purchased at a local hardware store, but the task is tedious and could cause a mess if not done properly. Have a pro handle this job as well if you think it is too much for you and you will be amazed with the results. The epoxy will give your garage a clean and put together look and also keep the floors cleaner as the years go by.
The goal is to get that car back in the garage and with a little elbow grease you can do it! Don’t wait till the first blizzard leave you digging out your car in order to make a difference in your garage, and start organizing today!
