Adding the Garage to Your Spring Cleaning ListAlong with the flowers of spring comes the need to clean up and organize those things that you have let go all through the winter.
Along with the flowers of spring comes the need to clean up and organize those things that you have let go all through the winter. Spring is the time to get your equipment and tools together and organized and find all those things you didnt quite put away during the cold winter months. Make a Plan
Organizing your garage will probably take at least two consecutive days, so plan accordingly. On the first day you will need to take everything apart and on the second day you will need to put it all back together in an organized fashion. Make a Clean Sweep
As you empty your garage think about whether are not you really use the items that are stored there. The garage is an important part of your home and should not be filled with things that may be used someday down the road. When you have narrowed down the items you have decided to keep break them into categories for easy storage and retrieval. Common categories for items in the garage include gardening, car, tools, and sporting equipment. Seldom used items, such as wood scraps, should probably be sent to the rafters. Once your garage is empty make sure you take the time to sweep it out and give it a good cleaning before putting everything back in. Easy Access Storage
After distributing your items into categories you will want to put things away according to their frequency of use. Things that are used all the time should be easier to get at, while things that are only occasionally used can be harder to reach or retrieve. You can maximize your garage space by making efficient use of the space available on the walls and in the ceiling. The more stuff that is off the floor the easier it will be to keep your garage clean. Products for Organizing
When it comes time to purchase additional storage solutions be sure to check out several different departments in your home improvement center. You will get several ideas for inexpensive storage solutions just by walking around. One example is using a piece of pipe to hang items and get them off the floor. You may also want to consider building support brackets for heavy items using wood. When looking at metal shelving units dont forget that storage space that extends all the way to the rafters. These higher shelves are perfect for items that will only be used occasionally such as seasonal decorations. You can protect your items from dirt and insects with the use of sturdy plastic containers with lids. Things will be easy to find if you label each container. Make your labels as specific as possible to make retrieval a snap. You will be glad you did when you go hunting for a specific item months later and can find it immediately. Think about organizing your garage as a money saving strategy. You no longer will need to run out to the store and purchase new items to replace the ones that are lost in your cluttered garage.
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