{"id":6557,"date":"2023-09-10T15:17:16","date_gmt":"2023-09-10T15:17:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.storage-mart.com\/blog\/?p=6557"},"modified":"2023-09-12T13:53:04","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T13:53:04","slug":"how-to-organize-your-garage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.storage-mart.com\/blog\/how-to-organize-your-garage","title":{"rendered":"How to Organize Your Garage"},"content":{"rendered":"

A garage should be a place to keep <\/span>clean <\/span>and <\/span>stay<\/span> organized, not an area that is cluttered and <\/span>un<\/span>able <\/span>to<\/span> fit your vehicles. Organizing a garage may be a daunting task, but with the right attitude and action plan, it can be <\/span>accomplished<\/span>. <\/span>It <\/span>does<\/span>n\u2019t<\/span> have to be an overwhelming chore<\/span>. G<\/span><\/span>et <\/span>organizing<\/span> and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing exactly where everything is.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Garage Makeover Plan<\/h2>\n

We can help you approach this task, by providing you with a step-by-step list to make things easier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Assess the space and create a plan<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Take <\/span>inventory <\/span>of what you have in your garage, decide how you want to organize it<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Clean out your garage<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Start by cleaning out <\/span>the entire garage<\/span> and <\/span>putting<\/span> items <\/span>in a keep, toss, and donate pile<\/span>.<\/span> Now is the time to let go of items you haven\u2019t <\/span>used<\/span> in years.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Sort items into categories<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Place items that are similar into groups such as gardening supplies or sporting goods. Doing so keeps the process organized and allows everything to be e<\/span>asily sorted.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Invest in storage solutions<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Shelves with bins are great for storing smaller items while larger objects can be hung on walls using hooks and racks<\/span>. If you have large items like kayaks, a quad, or ot<\/span>her seasonal toys you can\u2019t fit in the garage, consider a self-storage unit. This will keep those la<\/span>rge items out of sight, while remaining easily <\/span>accessible<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Label everything clearly<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Labeling each <\/span>box or bin<\/span> will help you remember where <\/span>items <\/span>belong and make it easier to find them later.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Make use of versatile space<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Utilize wall space by installing shelves and pegboards which <\/span>allows<\/span> you to efficiently organize<\/span> items all the way to the ceiling if needed.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Keep only necessary items<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 If something is not being used regularly then consider <\/span>putting it in<\/span> a toss<\/span> and donate pile<\/span> as this will free up <\/span>additional space.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Have a designated spot for everything<\/span><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Give everything a home and make sure the item always goes back to its home after use to keep a healthy garage storage system.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Self Storage for Garages<\/h2>\n

    Hopefully,<\/span> these tips will help with organizing your garage and keeping it free of clutter<\/span>. <\/span>If you find that you still lack space and need somewhere to store your larger or extra items, consider renting a self storage unit. At StorageMart and Manhattan Mini Storage you can rent affordable units with no long-term contracts. Try out our <\/span><\/span>Self Storage Calculator<\/span><\/span><\/a> and <\/span><\/span>rent online today<\/span><\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n