Wipe down walls and surfaces, and sweep and hose down the floor. If possible, clear everything out of your garage so you can start with a fresh slate. Invest in a label maker or use masking tape and a marker to make sure everything is labeled. Not to mention, being able to identify things at a glance is a huge timesaver. TIP #6: Label everythingĪs the old proverb says, “A place for everything and everything in its place.” To achieve this, everything should be labeled, so all family members know where to look for specific items and where to return them when they’re done. Remember, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure. Maybe that old lawnmower hasn’t worked in years, but there are still usable parts.
If you come across old items that still have a little life left in them, but you no longer need them, consider repurposing, donating or reselling these items. And don’t forget about overhead space for storing items that are seasonal or not often used. Take advantage of every pocket of space-large or small. If your garage or shed lacks drywall, that means you’ve just gained extra space between studs for storing long and skinny objects, such as scrap wood, yard tools and fishing poles. Being able to see what you have at a quick glance will save you time in the future-and possibly several pennies down the road.
To keep things organized and visible, look into buying clear storage containers with lids and clear jars for storing hardware and smaller items, such as nails, screws or even pencils. Having a general idea of where things should go will help when it comes time to start putting items in their new zones.
TIP #2: Plan aheadĬreate a floor plan of your garage and decide where best to store specific items such as gardening tools, bikes, seasonal décor or sports equipment. Enlist help if you can sometimes, it takes a village.
#Plans to declutter garage full
Tackling your garage or shed will take some time, so it’s best to schedule a full day or a couple of weekends to dedicate to the task. No matter how you see it-or how you’re currently utilizing this area-there are several ways to declutter this space to make it usable for any type of situation.Īnd whether you have a garage, a shed, both or neither, these tips can help you on your journey to home organization. Some of us may look at our garage as an extension of our home, while others may look at it as a place to store everything but our cars. We’ve focused on organizing the rooms inside your home in our last several issues, but now it’s time to step outside the house and into your garage or shed.
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