Avoid these common garage storage mistakes

Most homeowners use their garage to store much more than just cars. From a logistical perspective, the garage makes a great storage space. It keeps things you don’t use regularly outside the house but within reach. Due to this easy logistic storage, your garage may run amok. Check the following storage mistakes to avoid in your garden.

Failing to declutter first

Trying to overhaul your current storage while the garage is cramped with clutter is unproductive. This will seem overwhelming in the short term. You need to clutter first and let go of things you no longer need or use. This helps create more space in the garage before reorganising it. Doing this will make the process much easier. Make sure to sort out your garage at least once a year to prevent clutter from accumulating.

Using the wrong storage solutions

Some storage supplies simply shouldn’t be used in any garage. Cardboard boxes, for example, are susceptible to moisture. Heavy-duty tote bins with latching lids are more secure and worth the investment to safeguard the things kept inside. It’s also important to use storage solutions that make sense for your items.

Storing the wrong items

When going through your garage, take notes of anything that you don’t necessarily need or want to get rid of, but that can and should be stored elsewhere. Unless your garage is climate-controlled, its fluctuating temperatures and humidity levels put some materials at risk of being ruined if stored in the garage.

Neglecting vertical storage space

If you have a car or other bulky items in your garage, it’s essential to make use of the vertical space available. The ceilings and walls of the garage can accommodate more items if utilised effectively. To optimise this vertical space, you should carefully plan the layout and use appropriate storage systems to prevent items from falling.