The column last month included 10 spring cleaning tips to improve the attractiveness of your home. This month, I offer 10 tips to improve the look and function of what can easily become the most unattractive part of your home: the garage.
A space of transition between the inside and the outside, the garages can quickly become common spaces. This, along with the fact that debris is likely to be burned every time you open your garage door, means garages are often dusty and dirty. I hope these tips will help you operate your garage even if there is no room for your car.
1. Reduce the size first. This is not the funniest task, but it feels good when you're done. Give, throw and give away anything that has not been used or repaired in the last year.
2. If your garage is too overcrowded to drive and work comfortably, consider adding a shed for larger items such as bicycles, wheelbarrows and more.
3. Determine what you need to store and / or run in your garage and ensure areas for everyone. The placement is the key. If you want a potshell in your garage, place it near a door.
4. If your garage is full, look. You may be able to hang bicycles from roof-mounted racks or lift them on a pulley system. Or you can also install ceiling-mounted brackets that can be accessed by garage doors for infrequently-used items such as B. Christmas decorations to be installed. Be careful not to touch the screws when connecting these types of systems.
5. Look down too. Epoxy paint is popular with homeowners as the ground to resist stains and chemicals. To ensure that the paint adheres, you must clean the floor and then apply an etch product before painting if a drop of water falls on the floor. As an alternative rubber tiles are also popular: they hide a lot of wear, are comfortable and provide sound insulation.
6. Closed cabinets are nice for garage parking because the doors prevent dust and dirt. However, if this is not an option, deleting containers with lids on open shelves is the next best option. Transparent trays avoid marking and labeling them when the content changes.
7. Most owners find that some kind of work surface, such as a workbench, is almost a mandatory feature of their garage. Pegboard above puts tools and other accessories at your fingertips. While you are there, a bank of pots is also good.
8. New garage doors can be expensive, but if your house is equipped with solid garage doors, a wet and dangerous room is transformed into a light-flooded working space. You can also dramatically improve the look of your home from the outside, as there are currently many sleek designs on the market.
9. The naked bulb on the roof of most garages is not suitable for anything that happens in these occupied rooms. As in a kitchen, light work will make your garage much more functional, safe and satisfying.
10. Air temperature is another factor that contributes to the functionality of your garage. Sometimes a forced-air heater on the roof is desirable, and a cooling unit, such as a window unit or a portable air conditioner, is useful in the summer when you spend many hours in your garage. Consult an expert as ventilation and safety are the key.
If your garage want to change , do not hesitate to ask your questions and find solutions that work for you, under chris@vbhomesliving.com .
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