Garages\nhave a hard job. They need to store all the stuff we don\u2019t have space for in\nour homes along with tools, sporting equipment, yard supplies, and maybe even a\ncar or two. If that\u2019s the state of your garage, don\u2019t worry; you\u2019re not alone. Thankfully\nit\u2019s possible to tame the clutter and reclaim use of your garage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Depending on the status of your garage, organizing it could take more than a few hours. It’s best to play it safe and set aside either a full day or a full weekend to accomplish this project. Let\u2019s face it, breaks will be taken to reminisce on old items like trophies, soccer cleats, and that snow jacket from 10 years ago, so we will need all the time we can get. When you\u2019re ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work, here\u2019s a solid game plan for successfully organizing the garage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first step to any organization project is decluttering. You won\u2019t make much progress by simply shifting everything from one side to the other. Take everything out and give your garage a good cleaning. Once you\u2019re done, go through every box you have in the garage. You may uncover hidden family heirlooms or other prized possessions. Sort items into three main groups: keep, donate\/sell, and toss. Be honest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grouping like items together will make them easier to find.\nCreate a few broad categories for your remaining stuff and group them together.\nIt\u2019s helpful if you designate spots in your driveway or yard or a large box to\nkeep things together. Here are some examples of categories: sports and\nrecreation equipment, tools, seasonal d\u00e9cor, gardening tools, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Decide where each category of stuff will live in your\ngarage. Consider the frequency of use when planning where to place items. Items\nthat are used a lot should be placed at eye level or within easy reach.\nSeasonal or rarely used items can be placed in higher, hard-to-reach spots, and\nstore bulky equipment in corners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once you know which items will be stored and how much space you have, now is the time to purchase containers or storage units. You can use a mix of stackable clear plastic bins, lockable cabinets, wall-mounted shelves or pegboard and overhead ceiling racks for less-frequently used items. Another helpful tip is to label containers or color code categories so you can easily reference where everything will be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After all your hard work, you\u2019ll want to keep it clean for\ngood. Create a schedule to regularly go through your items to get rid of\nanything you don\u2019t use. Make it a habit to promptly put away items after using\nthem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These tips will help you regain control and use of your garage. This guide will help you get rid of clutter and have a safe and clean garage that you can comfortably use. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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