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Garage Repurposing Tips: A Guide On How To Make Better Use Of Your Garage Space

20 July 2022 As of 2021. there are about 11 million home garages across the UK. However, despite this large number, garages are often written off as merely an extra space where household junk and other items are left for up to multiple years collecting dust and long forgotten.   Here are some Ways To Create More Space In Your Home   But, not many people realise just how much potential their typical two-car garage has outside of being a dumping ground for all the clutter and nonessential items they have around the house. For example, you may use it as a parking space for your cars or turn it into something cool like a home gym or a man cave. There are many ways to repurpose and transform your unused garage space.   If repurposing your garage sounds interesting to you, we can most definitely help you out. In this article, we will provide tips on how to clean and prepare your garage for repurposing and give you ideas on what exactly you can do with all that extra space.    

Cleaning, Organising, and Preparing Your Garage

  Before anything else, you must prepare your space for its transformation. This, of course, means cleaning it up and getting rid of the unnecessary clutter around. Here are some things you can do to clean and organise your garage:  

Allot Enough Time, Energy, and Manpower For The Job

  Preparing your garage for use is a physically demanding, time-consuming task. Therefore, you must set aside more than enough time and energy for the job. Moreover, depending on how much stuff you’ve got in there, do not hesitate to call for backup. Two to three helpers should be more than enough to ensure a smooth and successful cleaning job.  

Declutter

  As overwhelming as it seems, you will first need to go through all the items you have been storing in your garage. As painful and tedious as it sounds, this step is crucial to cleaning and organising your garage space.   To start off, you can make three separate piles which you can label as ‘Keep’, ‘Donate/Sell’, and ‘Trash’. This will help you sort through your things a lot faster and make it easier for you to decide what stays and what goes.   For the items you want to keep, one option is to get clean and spacious storage bins or containers to store them in an organised manner. This way, you can keep your things without having them take up too much space or be an eyesore in your newly transformed garage. You may also opt to store such items in a self storage unit where you can store everything in one place without having to worry about less than enough storage space.   Read this: How To Declutter Your Home By Using Self Storage Facilities   As for the items you no longer need or want, you can either donate them or have a garage sale to earn a bit of extra cash. This is a great way to get rid of things while also helping others in the process. You can also look into selling them on online marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and other similar sites for a substantial amount.   And finally, for the items that are beyond repair or are just trash, be sure to dispose of them properly. Use a skip hire or junk removal service.  

Deep Clean Your Garage

  Once the garage is free of clutter, you can start sweeping the floor to get rid of all the dirt, dust, and debris that have accumulated over time. After sweeping, mopping the floor will help get rid of any lingering dirt and make it look shiny and new.   In addition to cleaning the floor, be sure also to wipe down all the surfaces, such as garage walls, shelves, and countertops. This will help get rid of any grime or dirt that has built up over time. You will also want to ensure the garage door is clean and spotless inside and out. Lastly, do not forget to clean the windows to let natural light in and make your garage look bright and airy.  

Make Sure The Space Is Well-Lit

  Next, you must ensure that your garage is well-lit. This is important not just for aesthetic purposes but also for safety reasons. After all, you do not want to trip and fall over something while you are working in your garage.   To achieve this, you can either install new light fixtures or make use of the existing ones. Be sure to place them in strategic positions around the garage so that every corner is well-lit. You may also want to install a motion sensor light near the entrance of your garage so that it will automatically turn on when you enter.   Lastly, do not forget to clean the windows to let natural light in and make your garage look bright and airy.  

Attend To Anything That Needs Fixing

  Once you have decluttered, deep cleaned, and lit up your garage, the next step is to take care of hazards and anything else that needs fixing. This may include repairing broken shelves or countertops and fixing holes in the walls or ceiling.   This is also the best time to hire an electrician to help you with any electrical repairs or installations that need to be done. They can help you install new light fixtures, as well as improve the existing wiring in your garage.   If you have a garage door, be sure to check if it is working properly and make any necessary repairs. This includes checking the springs, hinges, and tracks to see if they need to be replaced.   Ensure that each garage wall has proper insulation, thus ensuring that your garage is comfortable to work or stay in all year round. Without this, you’ll be dealing with temperature fluctuations that could make working in your garage quite uncomfortable.   Lastly, make sure the ventilation and flooring are appropriate for whatever you choose to use your garage for. Once everything is fixed, and in working order, your garage will be good as new.  

Options For Repurposing Your Garage

  Now that your garage is clean and ready for transformation, here are some things you can repurpose your garage into:  

Car Garage And Organised Storage Space

Garages were made for cars, so if you have the space, you can use your garage as a car garage. You will find that this is a great way to keep your car protected from the elements, as well as keeping it safe from thieves. However, if you don’t own a car, it can be a great place to keep your rental car safe whenever using one.At the same time, you can also use your garage to store all your tools and equipment.   This is the perfect option for someone who likes working on vehicles and other DIY projects around the house as you may also use the garage for tool storage. By storing all your tools in the garage, you will have everything you need in one place, making it more convenient for you to work on your projects. You may also keep other personal mementoes, sports equipment, and seasonal furniture here.   Just remember to keep them sorted into properly labelled boxes to ensure nothing goes lost or missing. Moreover, should you choose to park your car in the garage, make sure you leave enough space for car doors on both sides to open without a problem. After all, the last thing you want is to have your car parked, wondering how you’re supposed to get out when you only have enough space to open one car door.  

Home Gym or Fitness Studio

Next on the list is a home gym or fitness studio where you can use the floor space to exercise and stay fit. Some even bring in various exercise equipment to store in the garage so that they can have the full gym experience right at their home.   Turning your garage into a home gym or fitness studio also means you can save on gym membership fees and never have to worry about interacting with people you don’t know while working out.   If you love working out or are looking for a way to save on gym membership fees, then this is the perfect option for you. Plus, you won’t have to worry about people staring at you while you work out, as you will have complete privacy in your own garage.  

Guest Room

  If you like entertaining guests or have relatives and friends who come to visit often, you can turn your garage into a guest room. This is a great way to provide your guests with their own space where they can sleep and store their belongings.   Meanwhile, if you have a detached garage that is not connected to the main house, you may turn your garage into a guest house instead. You may use this to temporarily house friends and family or rent it out as a small living space.   Planning on making your garage an additional living space? Here are some tips on How To Maximise The Space In Your Home.  

Entertaining Space and Lounge

  Another way you can repurpose your garage is to turn it into an entertaining space or lounge. This is perfect for hosting parties or gatherings as you will have plenty of space to set up tables, chairs, and other furniture. Even a bar would be an excellent addition to the space. You can also use the garage as a game room where you can set up a pool table, foosball table, or other games. This is a great way to spend time with family and friends, especially on weekends or during holidays.   You can also add a television and sound system to the garage so that you can have your own private movie theatre. This is perfect for family movie nights or entertaining guests.   Remember to add plenty of seating so that everybody can enjoy themselves the entire time.  

A Man Cave or She Shed

  A man cave or she shed is perfect if you want your own private space where you can do whatever you want. This is a great way to have your own space where you can watch TV, play video games, work on projects, or just relax.  

Music Room, Art Studio and Crafting Corner

  A creative way to repurpose your garage is by turning it into a music and art room or crafting corner. This way, you can have your own space where you can work on your projects without having to worry about disturbing others.   You can also store all of your musical instruments or art supplies here, thus keeping them safe and sound while also having them close by when you need them.  

Home Office and Study

  If you work from home or need a place to study, you can turn your garage into a home office or study. That way, you can have space where you can focus on your work or studies without distractions. All you need to do is bring in a desk, chair, and other furniture, and you can store all of your supplies and materials in the garage so that they are out of the way.  

Playroom

  If you have kids, you can turn your garage into a playroom. This is a great way to provide your kids with their own space to play. Plus, you won’t have to worry about them making a mess in the rest of the house.   You can use the garage to store all of your kids’ toys, and they can use the space to play. This is a great way to keep the rest of the house clean and tidy, and it can be a great way to make use of the extra space in your garage.  

Final Thoughts

  Repurposing your garage is always a great idea, especially when you have the extra space. There are so many different ways that you can use your garage, and it’s a great way to make use of the extra space in your home.   Whether you want to turn your garage into a guest room, entertaining space, or man cave, there are plenty of options to choose from. Just pick the one that best suits your needs and start planning your project today. Thanks for reading!