A garage is a handy storage feature if you live in a single-family home or are lucky enough to have access to one. Although primarily used for parking cars, garages can quickly become catch-all spaces for everything from holiday bins to unused furniture. With the slow pile-up of outdoor gear, extra tools, and seasonal items, it can be hard to notice when there is too much until you start having trouble parking your car within the mess. By the time your garage has gotten out of control, you’re likely too overwhelmed to tackle the mess.
That means it might be time for a garage reset. To create a more organized and functional space, first set aside time to determine what items you use and what’s collecting dust. And, if you want to keep more than you have room for, consider renting a storage unit for additional space.
Create Dedicated Storage Zones
Once your garage is empty and ready to be organized, it’s time to create dedicated zones for each item type. For example, one zone could hold gardening supplies while another zone holds sports equipment. Build a space that serves your needs, whatever they may be. You can also create a “miscellaneous” zone for items that can’t be easily categorized. By using clear bins, labels, and shelving systems, you can maintain this new organization for years to come.
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Use Vertical Space Instead of Floor Space
It’s pretty easy to forget that vertical space, like wall and ceiling space, is just as valuable as floor space. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to utilize it. You could use pegboards for gardening or automotive tools, wall-mounted racks for smaller items, ceiling storage platforms for non-heavy items, and magnetic tool holders for any tools you want to be able to grab quickly. Utilize ceiling racks to lift bicycles and ladders off the floor to create more room for parking vehicles.
If you’re looking for more ideas on how to take full advantage of your garage storage options, here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Rolling utility carts
- Wall-mounted bike hooks
- Adjustable shelving units
- Lockable storage cabinets
- Foldable workbenches
Make Space for Outdoor Living Equipment
Many people store camping supplies, hiking gear, coolers, patio decor, golf clubs, and pool accessories in the garage when living in Tucson, so if that fits your description, making space for this equipment is an important consideration. At home, you can use hanging hooks, rolling bins, and storage cabinets that are large enough to keep outdoor equipment easy to access while keeping the garage organized and not too bulky. For equipment that struggles in the Arizona heat or is rarely used, a climate-controlled Tucson storage facility can provide additional space and help you avoid overcrowding the garage.
Build Habits That Keep the Garage Organized
Completely overhauling your garage can be a large undertaking, so it’s important that once you finally get it organized the way you like it, you keep it that way. To do this, you can make small, quick cleanouts on either a weekly or monthly basis, make clear labeling systems, and set aside a box for donations for items you no longer use. You can also rotate items that are rarely used or seasonal in a storage unit to open up a bit more room in your garage.
If a full garage reset is too much for your schedule, follow the same tips listed above in one section at a time so the work feels manageable. After all, this isn’t a race to perfection. Small steps toward organizing your garage can have big results..
