The garage is one of the most underused spaces in any home. But it is prime real estate that should not just sit there gathering dust. If your garage is just a storage space for old tools and broken furniture, perhaps it’s time to have a clearout. Over the course of a single weekend you can transform your garage from a cobweb-ridden dungeon to a beautiful, functional space that everyone wants to spend time in.
To get you started, here are five tips for upgrading your garage and making the best possible use of your space.
Make a plan
When it comes to transforming your garage, the opportunities are endless. With a little bit of work, you could turn it into a gym, a home office, or a workshop for tinkering with your creative projects. If you are looking to make a little extra income, you could make it into a bedroom and rent it out on AirBnb. You don’t have to have a huge renovation if you don’t feel the need. It may be enough just to fix it up and make it into a functional storage space or a place for your DIY projects. Your new and improved garage can be anything you want it to be, but having a plan from the outset will help to give you focus and make the right decisions along the way.
Clear it out
For most households, the garage is the place where unwanted clutter ends up. So it’s highly likely you will need to have a good clearout before you can make it your own. If you’re the kind of person who can’t bring themselves to throw anything out, you’re going to have to be strict with yourself. If it’s been sitting there untouched for more than a couple of years, you can probably do without it. Clear out the broken furniture, rusted tools, and any other debris that might be lying around.
Make basic repairs
Now that it’s empty of clutter, you will be able to get an idea of what state your garage is in. Are there cracked windows that need replacing, patches of rust on garage doors, or rotting ceiling beams that might send the roof crashing down?
Decorate
Make your garage feel a bit more homely with some interior decoration. The exact nature of the decor will depend on your plan for the space, but it could include fitting carpets, painting walls, or installing shelving for storage.
Fill the room
Now you have laid the groundwork for your garage upgrade, it’s time to fill the space with everything required for its new function. This might be gym equipment, workbenches, sofas, desks, or computer systems. You will also want some artwork, plants, or ornaments to make it feel like home. After this step, it will feel like a completely new space, in which you and your family can relax and spend time together.
