Lack of storage is a problem that affects many homeowners. As homeowners accumulate more items, they often find that they have run out of closets. This makes many homeowners convert their garages into de facto storage rooms, but even these can become cluttered. One of the best solutions to this problem is to construct garage cabinets, which have short installation periods and will significantly increase your useful space.
Planning
Before installing the lockers in your garage, you need to determine what they will be storing. This will help you determine the size and type of lumber you need to build the lockers. Heavy items will need sturdy compartments made from strong and thick lumber. The thicker the lumber, the stronger the locker will be.
Plywood is one of the most popular materials for constructing lockers. However, there are other materials to choose from, depending on the look you want for the lockers. Pine and redwood are also popular materials that can give your shelves a nicer appearance. Determine where the cabinet will be placed. This will help you determine the size of the storage area. Consider hiring an installation professional to take precise measurements of the space where you intend to put the garage cabinets.
Group with a Purpose
Although the main function of garages is to provide a safe home for your vehicle, homeowners use their parking spaces for different purposes. To avoid clutter when storing items in your garage, consider giving each family member a section to store their items. For example, designate a section for your wife’s designing tools and a separate section for your power tools and golfing gear. Consider painting the doors with chalkboard paint so that you can put labels on the different sections so that family members know what goes where. Utilize shelves and store small items like nails, screws, and nuts in easy to access shelves or collection jars.
Construction
Although the process of constructing a garage cabinet is not difficult to master, many homeowners hire professional installers to handle the construction and installation process. There are many benefits of hiring professional installers rather than undertaking a DIY installation. One of the advantages is that professional installers have the necessary experience and skills to construct and install quality cabinets. Secondly, professional installers use quality materials, which guarantee a strong and durable space for your carport. Finally, professional installers often offer special pricing and discounts on cabinet parts and services, which helps to reduce the cost of a garage locker installation.
If you are not fortunate enough to have extra space for boxes in your carport, you can construct and install custom garage cabinets to give your home the extra storage space it needs.