| A home's garage is frequently not given much | | | | equipment visible and accessible. Overhead storage |
| attention. It's easy to use the space as a dumping | | | | maximizes space and is a great way to store |
| ground Too often, boxes and clutter accumulate to the | | | | seasonal decorations and other infrequently accessed |
| point where they become inaccessible and unused. | | | | belongings. |
| Wouldn't it be more desirable to have an organized, | | | | Floors |
| comfortable work and storage space - a place where | | | | Modern flooring, such as an epoxy, not only looks |
| tools, toys and yard equipment are easy to get to? | | | | better than cement but are built to withstand spills and |
| How about a place that can be used as a work or | | | | stains. They are built to last and shouldn't chip, blister or |
| exercise space? After all, for many people, this is the | | | | peel. |
| first place they see when they arrive home and park | | | | Lighting |
| the car. Who wants to come home to dust and | | | | Get rid of the single, exposed bulb to create a more |
| clutter? | | | | welcoming space. Replace it or supplement with track |
| Here is an overview of ways that a garage can be | | | | lighting. A simple, inexpensive three-light track can |
| improved and updated. | | | | make a difference. |
| Cabinets | | | | Accessories |
| A variety of options are available for garage cabinetry | | | | If the garage is used as a workout room or project |
| from a set purchased from the local home-improve | | | | room, it might be made more inviting by adding a |
| store and install it yourself, to highly customizable | | | | wall-mounted television, sound system or ceiling fan. A |
| options. Cabinets are available in multiple materials from | | | | cordless phone might provide convenience and |
| steel to wood, to suit a variety of tastes and usage | | | | security. |
| requirements. When planning cabinetry, consider if you | | | | Door |
| want to also build in any work benches or desks that | | | | After all that work, consider investing in a new exterior |
| will allow practical use of the space. Also think about | | | | door. Since the door makes up a quarter of the interior |
| mixing closed cabinets with versatile built-in open | | | | wall space, it might be worthwhile to have the best |
| shelving. | | | | looking door possible to complete the look. An energy |
| Organizers | | | | efficient door can also keep the temperature better |
| All sorts of configurations are available to address | | | | regulated, which will be appreciated now that you'll |
| unique storage needs. Wall racks and hangers are | | | | want to spend more time in your new garage. |
| valuable for keeping frequently used tools and sporting | | | | |