If you’re looking for a way to organize your garage, DIY garage storage projects may be the solution you need.
With a little bit of creativity and effort, you can transform your cluttered space into a functional and organized area.
From building shelves and cabinets to using pegboards and hooks, there are many DIY storage projects that can help you maximize your garage space.
Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or just starting out, these projects can be customized to fit your needs and budget. Keep reading to discover some great ideas for DIY garage storage projects.
Lockable Garage Storage Cabinet
If you have a garage or workshop, it’s likely that you have some dangerous tools and chemicals lying around. With this lockable storage cabinet, you can keep them out of reach of children and pets.
The cabinet can also be used as a pantry, cleaning supplies closet or hobby center. It can be painted or stained to match your decor and comes with 24/7 access.
Lattice Rack
A lattice rack is a simple and inexpensive solution for storing long and miscellaneous items such as pipes, trim, flashing, and conduit in your garage. To create some wooden garage shelves, cut matching pieces of plastic lattice and screw 2×4 cleats to the ceiling.
Then, screw the lattice to the wall studs and cleats. This DIY garage storage solution allows you to quickly find oddball leftovers instead of buying new pieces from the hardware store.
Yard Tool Organizer
If you’re tired of tripping over yard tools, you can create a simple and effective long-handled tool hanger with just two 1x4s. To make the hanger, drill a series of 2-in. holes along the edge of the first 1×4 board, making sure to center each hole about 1 in. from the edge. This will leave a 1-1/2-in. slot in the front that you can slip the handles through.
Space the holes according to the size of the tools you’ll be hanging. Next, screw this board to another 1×4 board for the back and add 45-degree brackets to keep it from sagging. If you want to hang even more stuff, you can pound nails into the vertical board. With this simple DIY tool hanger, you’ll never have to worry about tripping over your yard tools again.
Repurpose a Pallet for DIY Garage Storage
Are you tired of tripping over your long-handled yard and garden tools? Have you been searching for a cheap and easy way to organize your garage? Look no further than repurposing a pallet for your DIY garage storage needs.
Fold-Up Workbench
A Fold-Up Workbench is an essential tool for any workshop, big or small. With ample storage and space-saving design, it can be constructed in a day and used for projects by evening. It’s perfect for those who need a workbench but have limited space.
Hang-it-All Hooks
Looking for an affordable and versatile storage solution for your shed? Consider using plastic hooks, typically used by plumbers to support pipes. These hooks are strong, come in various sizes, and can hold just about anything. Find them in the plumbing aisle of your local hardware store.
Make a Pallet Dolly for Toting Big Tools
If you need to move heavy tools and materials around your workshop, a pallet dolly can be a game-changer. With just a few materials and some basic tools, you can easily create your own pallet dolly. Here’s how:
Materials
- Pallet
- Four swiveling casters
- Reinforcement blocking
- Screws
- Drill
Steps
- Add reinforcement blocking to the pallet to increase its stability and strength.
- Install a 4-inch swiveling caster at each corner of the pallet using screws and a drill.
- Test the pallet dolly to ensure it can handle the weight of your tools and materials.
By creating your own pallet dolly, you can save time and effort when moving heavy items around your workshop. Plus, it’s a cost-effective alternative to purchasing a pallet jack.
Pegboard Wall
Install a pegboard on your garage or workshop wall to create versatile, space-saving storage. It only takes two hours to set up. Add a bin underneath for all the odds and ends that cause clutter.
DIY Wall Brackets From Scrap Wood
If you’re looking for a simple and inexpensive way to store your lawn and folding chairs, wooden wall brackets can do the trick. To create these brackets, take two pieces of 1×4 lumber, or any scrap lumber, and cut each board 7-3/4 inches long with a 30-degree angle on both ends. Fasten pairs of these brackets with three 2-inch screws to the side of the exposed wall studs, directly across from each other. This will create a perfect place to hang your chairs and keep them out of the way.
Rotating Corner Shelves
Maximize your garage corner storage with rotating corner shelves. These shelves are designed to spin on two lazy Susans, one at the bottom and one under the top shelf. The top shelf is securely screwed to the wall, ensuring that the shelves won’t tip over. Choose from 18 or 24-inch options to fit your storage needs.
Keep Ladders Out of the Way
To save space in your garage or workshop, consider hanging your ladders from the ceiling. This can be easily achieved by using a carriage with rollers that allows you to slide the ladder in and out. To secure the ladder, use corner braces and two-inch lag screws to fasten them to the ceiling joists. Additionally, use an elastic cord to prevent the ladder from rolling out and falling. This solution is inexpensive and keeps your ladders organized and out of the way.
Pool Noodle Fishing Rod Storage
If you’re tired of tangled fishing rods, try this simple DIY storage solution. All you need is a pool noodle and PVC pipe. Cut the PVC pipe into sections and attach them to a board or the wall of your garage.
Then, cut the pool noodle in half lengthwise and slip it over each section of PVC pipe. This will keep your fishing rods neatly organized and ready to use. For more garage storage ideas, check out our collection of the best solutions.
Double-Duty Garage Storage Shelf
Maximize your garage storage capacity with a double-decker DIY storage shelf. By utilizing overhead space, you can create twice the storage space without taking up valuable floor space. This easy-to-build project will provide ample storage for all your garage essentials.
Folding Mobile Workbench
Looking for a mobile workbench that can be easily stored away when not in use? You can build a folding workbench with a sizable work area that folds up to only 7 inches thick. The materials required to build this workbench can be purchased for about $100 at home centers. You can also adjust the frame sizes to suit your specific needs.
Garden/Garage Tool Caddy
If you have some leftover wood and plastic lattice, you can build a caddy to organize your garden shovels, hoes and brooms. This caddy can be installed with casters, making it easy to move around and store in a corner of your garage. Building a tool caddy is a great way to keep your garage or garden shed organized and tidy.
Wheelbarrow Rack
If you’re looking for a way to free up some floor space in your garage, consider hanging your wheelbarrow on the wall. To do this, center a 2-ft. 1×4 board across two studs that are 2 ft. above the floor. Tack it into place, then drive 3-in. screws through metal mending plates and the 1×4 board, into the studs. Leave about 3/4 in. of the plate sticking above the board to catch the rim.
Rest the wheelbarrow on the board and mark the studs 1 in. above the wheelbarrow bucket. Drill pilot holes and screw ceiling hooks into the studs. Twist the hooks so they catch on the wheelbarrow lip and hold it in place. This simple and effective solution will keep your wheelbarrow off the ground and out of the way.
Stacked Recycling Tower
If you’re looking for a space-saving DIY recycling storage rack, this stacked recycling tower is a great option. With just five plastic containers, six 2x2s, and some screws, you can create a tower that fits containers with a top that measures 14-1/2 in. x 10 in. and is 15 in. tall.
The containers used in this example were made by Rubbermaid, but you can adjust the distance between the uprights to fit different-sized containers.
Sliding Pegboard Storage System
Maximize your workshop storage with the Sliding Pegboard Storage System. This innovative system utilizes both sides of seven pegboards, all housed within a compact box. Perfect for hand tools, this system is a game changer for any workspace.
Cord and Hose Hooks
Hanging electrical cords and hoses on thin hooks or nails can cause kinks and damage the sheathing and wires. Instead, you can use pieces of 3-in. ABS plastic plumbing pipe to make simple, inexpensive hangers.
To create these hooks, screw 3-in. end caps to a 2×6 with two 1-5/8-in. screws. Fender washers under the screw heads keep them from pulling through the plastic. Then cement on 8-in. lengths of end-capped pipe. These hooks are very strong and will keep your cords and hoses organized and damage-free.
Overhead DIY Garage Storage System
Maximize your garage space with an overhead DIY storage system. Utilizing the unused space above your garage doors, wooden shelves can be suspended from the ceiling to store medium and lightweight items.
These shelves are adjustable and can be positioned anywhere with a clearance of 16 inches and can hold plastic bins up to 12.5 inches in height. This 4 x 6-ft. shelf is designed to hold up to 160 lbs. and is suitable for typical ceiling framing support. With this overhead storage system, you can keep your garage organized and clutter-free.
Summary
You can easily increase your garage storage space with DIY projects. Utilize wall space by installing shelves, pegboards, and cabinets. Utilize overhead space with ceiling-mounted racks and hoists.
Use storage containers and labels to keep everything organized and easy to find. With a little effort and creativity, you can transform your cluttered garage into a functional and organized space.
