How to Design your Garage Interior

Your garage is one of the overlooked spaces in the house. Many people see it as the area to park your vehicle. You drive in, park and leave it as it is. You do an occasional cleaning and dusting and that’s it. No wonder the garage is not as exciting as other parts of the house.

You should not overlook your garage. Look at it as your sanctuary. It is a place where you can lose yourself. It can be your man cave. It can be your place to unwind and relax after a hard day’s labor. It is a special place that demands your attention and care.

Your Garage Matters

Your garage is a reflection of how you care for your vehicle. A messy garage screams that you don’t care for your car. A poorly lit space does not reflect well on you. Disorganized boxes and tool boxes shout that you are untidy. Whether you like it or not, as a man, your garage reflects your personality.

Garage Makeover Tips and Considerations

Here are some tips and considerations for you to improve your garage. They will take some time. They will need some resources. In the end, it will all be worth it.

Take a look at the big picture – Take a mental picture of your garage. Imagine what you want it to look like when you’re finished. Take note of what is present. Make notes about needs to be improved.

Plan your garage – You looked at the big picture. Now, start planning your remodeling project. List down the materials you will need. Prepare a schedule and stick to it. Check your budget resources. Do you have enough saved up to remodel? Do you have time on the weekends to do it?

Lighting – Evaluate the lighting fixtures in your garage. Is it sufficient for your garage? Do you need to increase the wattage? Do you need to install more bulbs to make it brighter? Install a light source that will be sufficient to light the place up.

Paint Scheme – Your choice of color reflects your personality. Choose a paint scheme that fits with the rest of the house. Industrial, neutral colors are good. A touch of bright colors is also acceptable. Make sure you are comfortable with the color and make it work.

Floor Space – Rough finished cement finished floors work. You can work with it or you can upgrade to a better finish. You can install floor mats to increase your comfort. You can consider rough tiles or paving stones but install them properly.  Make sure the flooring is even.

Tool Containers – A garage is an area for your tools and fittings. You will collect a lot of stuff. Make your garage organized. You don’t want it to be messy. A messy garage can lead to accidents and injury. You can use tool chests or drawers to store your tools. Wall mounting your tools work as well. Use peg boards and a number of hooks to keep your tools organized and accessible.

Storage – Aside from your tools, the garage serves as a store-room for other stuff. Make sure you have cabinets – built-in or modular – to place them in. Label containers and boxes to keep it organized. Make the garage tidy, like you do in other parts of the house.

Personal touches – Treat the garage as your canvas. You can place posters or frames on the walls. A lot of people hang tin advertisements and memorabilia. Some even install bars and sound systems. Your garage should be as comfortable for you as possible.

Final Garage Thoughts

Treat the garage as a sanctuary. It is a part of the house where you can relax and let loose. Use the space to express your manliness. Do not let it go to waste. Express your inner artist and improve your garage space. Trust us, it will all the work will be worth it.

About the author:

Jon Wood works for Acron Garage Doors Ltd – Garage Door Kent. Helping clients in complex situations is what he loves most about his job. If not working, Jon can be found behind any new romantic novel. He also loves to blog about his experiences & challenges he faces at work.