{"id":8246,"date":"2021-06-17T15:42:03","date_gmt":"2021-06-17T15:42:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=8246"},"modified":"2021-06-17T15:42:26","modified_gmt":"2021-06-17T15:42:26","slug":"clever-organizing-tricks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/clever-organizing-tricks\/","title":{"rendered":"The Cheap &amp; Useful Ideas to Organize Your Garage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style='\"text-align:' right><em>by\u00a0<span class='\"author' vcard>Donella Crigger\u00a0|\n<h2>DIY Garage Organization Tips &amp; Hacks\n</h2><p>If you are wondering \u201chow to start cleaning out your garage\u201d, you have come to the right place. Sometimes massive clutter can be overwhelming. Instead of tackling the problem, we continue to put it off because we don\u2019t know where to start. In this post, we help you organize your garage with tips and tricks to\u00a0<strong>use your overhead space wisely, genius\u00a0<strong>garage storage ideas, and creative\u00a0<strong>tool storage solutions\u00a0so your garage stays clean for the long haul. These fifteen\u00a0<strong>garage organization\u00a0tips and hacks are sure to change your space forever.\n<h3>\u00a0Garage organization for small tools\n</h3><p>I don\u2019t know about you, but I\u2019m always losing the drill bits, screws, and other small tools. It\u2019s hard to tell one drill bit from the next. And, don\u2019t let me have multiple sets or different brands. It\u2019s a never-ending mess and instead of tools being used, they clutter in a ball of metal with other unorganized tools or simply get lost\n</p><p>Nevertheless, I have a simple\u00a0<strong>idea to organize tools in the garage. Gone are the days of mix match tools and their owners. With magnet strips, you can easily keep up with all of the pieces, even the little ones.\u00a0Install magnetic strips\u00a0for your drill bits, screwdrivers, and other small tools. How Genius!\n<p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-8300 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/1.garage81-198x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"319\"' height='\"483\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1.garage81-198x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h3>DIY storage containers\n</h3><p>You don\u2019t have to always spend more money to get organized. If you\u2019re tired of breaking the bank to free-up a little space here and there, this hack is for you. This organization method keeps your\u00a0<strong>garage organized\u00a0at no extra cost. Cut the tops off\u00a0<a href="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/www.familyhandyman.com%5C/smart-homeowner%5C/ways-to-save-money%5C/frugal-living-tips-for-homeowners%5C/view-all%5C%22" target='\"_blank\"' rel='\"noopener' noreferrer>laundry detergent containers, and use them to organize your nails, screws, bolts, and other hardware. It is convenient, and smells amazing!\n<h3>Use hooks to maximize floor space\n</h3><p>The best\u00a0<strong>garage organization tips and tricks\u00a0101 is to maximize your floor space. By taking advantage of the wall and ceiling space you\u2019re doing just that. If you are limited on floor and wall space, consider getting some\u00a0heavy-duty clips to hang from your garage door hardware. You\u2019ve just created an instant space for many heavy-duty items, and cleared the way for other much-needed things. Nothing, is more fulfilling than clearing a cluttered space, and this simple hack does just that.\n<h4>Heavy Duty Items To Hang\n<ul>\n<li>Bikes\n</li><li>Scooters\n</li><li>Pool life rings\n</li><li>Small boats\n</li><li>Ladders\n</li><li>Shovels\n</li><li>Rakes\n\n<p>Get the bikes stacked and orderly! No more pile of kids stuff!\n</p><h3>Garage Organization Systems\n</h3><p>Organize for free with\u00a0shipping pallets. Can you tell that I like \u201cFREE\u201d? Many local businesses are happy to get rid of their old, broken pallets for free. All you have to do is ask! With a little elbow grease and creativity, this DIY system can organize the most cluttered garages.\n</p><h4>Here are some store suggestions for free pallets:\n<ul>\n<li>Furniture stores\n</li><li>Bars\n</li><li>Liquor stores\n</li><li>Nurseries\n</li><li>Construction Sites\n\n<h3>Garage organizing layout ideas\n</h3><p>Pegboards\u00a0are indispensable in the garage. They make it so easy to map out your<strong>garage organizing layout ideas. The best part is that you can map it out and implement it all in the same spot. Use them to hang tools, toys, and anything else cluttering up your floors. (See other\u00a0pegboard storage ideas!). Great for easy access and cute visual displays.\n<p>Bonus: If you\u2019re prone to go a little overboard like I am, color coordinating your tools adds a nice visual layer to a clean, organized garage.\n</p><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-8301 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/5.-garage3-1-300x227.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"396\"' height='\"300\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/5.-garage3-1-300x227.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h3>Garage organizing racks\n</h3><p>Let\u2019s get organized! This is<strong>\u00a0how to organize a messy garage on a budget. DIY it! A few drill holes in a wooden plaque, and some nails. Voila\u2019, the perfect rack for an organized garage. Such a practical way to\u00a0hang your power tools.\u00a0If you\u2019re not into making one yourself, any old coat rack will do. Or, place a quick order from your local big box store for a ready-made rack that you can put up in no time.\n<h3>Garage storage containers\n</h3><p><strong>Storage containers\u00a0can be tricky, but not if you know what you\u2019re doing. Consider the amount of stuff that you have and how you would need to categorize those items before you confirm a bin size. Once you\u2019re comfortable with the size, go for it. If organization is what you\u2019re after, bins are a must-have. Your garage won\u2019t survive without them.\n<p>The real tip here is to ALWAYS spring for the bins with labels.\u00a0Plain plastic bins\u00a0with clearly labeled contents can save your sanity. It\u2019s so simple but so tidy!\n</p><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-8302 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/6.-garage4-1-198x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"297\"' height='\"450\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/6.-garage4-1-198x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h3>Garage storage tricks\n</h3><p>This is awesome! My garage has become a multipurpose space. My garage doubles as a gardening tool dumping ground, kids electric vehicle parking garage\/ toy overflow shed, general home storage unit\/ anything we can\u2019t find a space for in the house. Finding a way to zone all of its multiple functions can be challenging. If your garage is also home to your\u00a0<strong>gardening tools, as mine does, this\u00a0pvc pipe storage trick\u00a0will blow you away. How smart is that? It looks so neat!\n<h3>Storage lockers\n</h3><p>School-style lockers\u00a0can keep your power tools locked up nice and tight. I can\u2019t get over the nostalgia! No matter when you last used a locker, you have to admit that this garage organization idea brings back memories. Not just for books, or a hot place to gossip in between classes, school-style lockers keep things in place and out of sight.\u00a0 Helpful if you have small kids who go in and out of the garage! Lockers protect dangerous things and serve as a cool, funky garage organizer.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-8303 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/9.-garage7-1-198x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"378\"' height='\"573\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/9.-garage7-1-198x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h3>Organizational Jars\n</h3><p>There are so many unique ways we can organize. Jars are one of the most convenient organization systems.\u00a0Organize screws in old jars\u00a0attached to the bottoms of shelves. Now, you have a foolproof system to house your screws and nails. These clear jars make it really easy to see exactly what\u2019s inside.\n</p><h3>Use wall space\n</h3><p>Our garage walls are full of so much unused space. Clean up some of the floor messes by tacking those items on the wall. If you have folding chairs and a folding table for entertaining,\u00a0hang them on the wall\u00a0to save valuable space over stacking them on the floor. Instant clear floors!\n</p><h3>Genius can storage hack\n</h3><p>Shoes go in my shoe organizers, how about yours? Well, this genius can storage hack will take loose cans from chaos to cute. Need to\u00a0<strong>organize your garage\u00a0and clear out the cans? Put spray paint, WD-40, and other cans\/small products in a\u00a0shoe organizer.\u00a0Shoe organizers\u00a0typically cost less than $15 each and are\u00a0<em>so valuablearound the house.\n<h3>Placement Bins\n</h3><p>Above all, Location! Location! Location! Make things easy for yourself. Put\u00a0recycling bins\u00a0right by the door so it doesn\u2019t pile up in your house, and you have easy access to them. When you only have a few steps to take, you\u2019re more likely to put it in its proper place right away. Proper location leads to a clean home and a<strong>\u00a0clean, organized garage.\n<h3>Hook Boards\n</h3><p>Love this idea for storing scooters and skateboards. Another\u00a0<strong>garage organization DIY\u00a0 to the rescue. You can easily make one yourself using a long, wide board and some hooks or knobs. (Site not in English.) A stylish space saver for many of your garage storage needs.\n<p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-8260 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/15.-garage14-1-198x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"296\"' height='\"448\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/15.-garage14-1-198x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h3>Store tape in the garage\n</h3><p>In addition, to all the other tips, you can USE the wall or even space under cabinets in the garage with a hangar for extra storage.\u00a0 Have a big collection of tape? Put it on a\u00a0suit hanger with a locking pants bar.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-8261 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/16.-garage15-1-198x300.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"390\"' height='\"591\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/16.-garage15-1-198x300.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>by\u00a0Donella Crigger\u00a0| DIY Garage Organization Tips &amp; Hacks If you are wondering \u201chow to start cleaning out your garage\u201d, you have come to the right place. Sometimes massive clutter can be overwhelming. Instead of tackling the problem, we continue to put it off because we don\u2019t know where to start. 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