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May 15, 2023

Revamp Your Garage: 37 Transformative Ideas

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You're going to have to start kicking family members out of your new upgraded hangout.

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Promising review: "Changed the oil on my girlfriend's car and some oil spilled on my NEW driveway...which I didn't notice 'til four days later. Four spots all about the size of a dollar bill baking in the Arizona sun for four days. Found this searching on Amazon and I thought, whatever. That's one less vodka soda tonight for dinner. Put the stuff on (sits on the stain like pancake batter — don't be afraid to pour liberally) and let it sit from 6 p.m. 'til about 9 a.m. the next day. It dried and the instructions said to just sweep the stuff up (right, like I am not going to need a scraper and wire scrub pad for an hour. HA). Well it broke apart with the broom and the stains were gone, just swept up the powder pieces — took about a minute. I WAS SHOCKED! Something that actually works on oil and it's easy. Absolutely NO sign of anything that was there. My driveway is smooth concrete so I can't vouch for what would happen with a rougher surface but whoever makes this stuff is a genius. If they tried to take on World Peace, Earth would be a better place." —AmazonBob

Get it from Amazon for $16.97.

Promising review: "I had a contractor give me a quote for my 595-square-foot plus 90 or so extra square foot in trim for a ridiculous price of $2,000. I always heard epoxy is expensive, but really they are charging for mostly labor. For $133 bucks, and in total it took me about six hours of work, half in prep and application. Painting the trim took the longest. I chose not to add the paint chips because I like the look of the solid color.

"I allowed it to dry for 72 hours before I pulled the cars in, and waited a day before bringing stuff back in, but in the end it's totally worth it. The garage looks and feels great. Epoxy is supposed to resist stains, dirt, oil, grease, etc., but I'll have to test it over time to see how it'll hold up, but for now it looks amazing. I would recommend this to anyone with a garage." —Brian Piccolo

Get it from Amazon for $72.21+ (available in four colors and two size areas).

Also check out some metallic and pearlescent garage floor covering kits

And you can take them off the door easy-peasy when you move!

Promising review: "I’ve been wanting to upgrade our garage door for a long time and now I have no idea why I waited! The magnets are super strong. Purchased two sets but only used one set of 'handles,' I wasn't a fan of how close I had to place each set next to each other with the narrow spacing on the door itself. Paired with the magnetic 'windows,' it looks like a brand-new door!" —MrsPirate

Get a set of six magnets from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in several styles and packs).

The kit includes a 10' vinyl seal and tube of silicone adhesive.

Promising review: "Used clear Gorilla Glue to seal the rubber to the floor. Fine tuned the travel of the door to touch and seal the bottom. No more water in the garage!" —Salaun

Get it from Amazon for $28.97.

This shelf model has an adjustable 18"–33" ceiling drop, holds 600 lbs., and has a limited lifetime warranty.

Promising review: "This fits our garage perfectly. We have 24" of clearance from our ceiling to the top of our garage door track. We set ours at 19" and still have room. We bought the 18"–33" version and had some confusion with the product description stating 25"–45" of drop down, but it fit perfectly with a little room to spare. If you need extra storage space and to declutter your garage floor, I would highly recommend these racks." —Alyssa Gibson

Get it from Amazon $269.98+ each (available in four sizes).

The Dweling Company is an Alpine, Utah-based small business with a range of modern minimalist labels for your home.

Get it from The Dweling Company on Etsy for $7+ (available in custom sets ranging from 3–108 labels).

Promising review: "This product rivals name brand steel shelving at a great price. It is loaded with heavy items in the garage but we can move it when necessary with the rollers. Very easy to pit together and adjust the height of the shelves." —jjwills

Get it from Amazon for $81.10+ (available in three sizes and two colors).

The waterproof layer stops motor oil, brake fluid, gasoline, coolant, and prevents these liquids from soaking through.

Get it from Wayfair for $41.99.

Each bungee cord and nylon hook can hold up to 100' of cord or hose that weighs in as much as 50 lbs.

Promising review: "These are the handiest little cords for hanging things around the garage. I'm ordering some more. I hang things from my overhead storage racks like my climbing ropes, extension cords, and even things like extra motorcycle tires, backpacks, sawhorses, duffel bags, etc." —Jimbobrian15

Get a set of three from Amazon for $16.97 (available in two colors).

The system can lift bikes as heavy as 100 lbs. and as high as 12 ft., and has a safety locking mechanism to prevent accidents.

Promising review: "These bike hoists are great. They have freed up a bunch of space in our garage. I have our two adult bikes lifted to our 13' ceilings, no problem. The rope is plenty long to accommodate that height. Installation was pretty straightforward. The included instructions aren't great, but they work. In total, between making measurements and actually installing everything I probably had both done in about 30 minutes. Once you do the first one, the second is very easy to install." —GrooGrux03

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $34.56.

Promising review: "The only thing missing is hardware to install them. I suggest using a washer with the screws to keep the head from going through the straps. Once installed, hanging the kayaks is a breeze!" —Barbara Wiley

Get them from Amazon for $40.

Promising review: "So simple and useful. I have a two-door car and a small garage. With a two-door car, the door tends to be big. It's a Mini, but still the door can swing wide to get in and out and I didn't like it hitting the wall. Someone said to nail pool noodles to the garage wall. That worked for sure. But it looked like crap. So I bought this and it's just what I needed. Too bad that I didn't level it better; but that's my fault for getting too excited about attaching it to the wall. It definitely looks better than a pool noodle." —Clutter Hater

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising review: "Like the title says. I had been using makeshift garage detectors like a golf hole flag and a political sign to tell me where to stop in my garage. These are a game changer. I never have to worry about driving too far forward and hitting the wall anymore! Some people have said they couldn't feel them at all but mine make an obvious stop — I drive into my garage slowly though. These were super easy to install and I have had no problems with them whatsoever." —Nathan Tamborello

Get it from Amazon for $15.33.

Height is adjustable up to 53", the weighted base is easy to move (when not in your car), and the lights flash when contact is made with the car.

Promising review: "Works great. The other driver in my household hasn't hit the tool box since we got this. Forget the silly suspended tennis ball or floor-mounted solutions." —Cranky Curmudgeon

Get it from Amazon for $23.95.

Promising review: "This is the best price on the web for 18" magnetic tool strips. They are so good that I just bought six more. One little trick I learned is that if you need to hold really heavy stuff, mount two about 3 inches apart parallel to each other. This will allow you to mount really heavy items like 1/2" extensions that are a little too heavy for just one strip." —NorcalOldGuy

Get a set of six from Amazon for $47.99.

Promising review: "Worked excellent. Kept tools and fasteners in place. I definitely recommend this!" —Lou FXDB

Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

STT3D is a small biz based in Turlock, California, specializing in 3D-printed tool organization solutions.

Get them from STT3D on Etsy for $16.50 (available in black or yellow).

LarryBstuff specializes in storage racks for round objects like spray paint cans and caulking tubes.

Get it from LarryBstuff for $79.

The set includes 11' x 1-7/8" standard hose, 10' x 1-7/8" flexible hose, remote control handle, 2 extension wands, car nozzle, floor brush/squeegee nozzle, round dust brush, crevice tool, air and noise diffuser, tool caddy, washable cartridge filter, foam wet filter, and wall mount storage rack.

Promising review: "Great shop vac. Convenient on the wall. Quiet. The on and off switch on the handle is so convenient. I’ve noticed the further you get from the vac, the touchier the off button gets. But it's really not bad at all. I bought a cheap garden hose holder and put it under the vac to store the hose. Easy to remove the unit from the wall if needed. Very satisfied. Would definitely recommend." —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $174.98.

Label everything from half-empty paint cans to Windex to get a solid grasp on shelf life and if/when they should be tossed. But be honest with yourself about if you really need that can of paint.

This wall-mount cabinet has a steel-reinforced shelf, lockable doors, and holds as much as 75 lbs.

Get them from Amazon: cabinet for $104.69 and label maker for $29.99

This heavy-duty model is easy to lift for emptying.

Get it from Amazon for $23.17+ (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "Good size for garage recycling storage with a small footprint. Easy to stack and still have good access to put in recyclables. Small enough to transport to recycling center yet large enough to hold over a week's recyclables." —Janet M Wilson

Get them from Amazon for $60.57.

Promising review: "I was looking for a doormat for entering my house from the garage and came across this. It has a nice rubber border and has a low profile so I can open and close the door. Now when I come into my house I know I will not be tracking in dirt." —nuunuu_121

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in eight designs).

This shelf is sturdy enough to hold shoes or your other lightweight garage essentials.

Promising review: "It's a shoe rack. Though I wish it were sturdier, it's doing the job well. Shoes are off the ground. They are neat and my entrance way from the garage now looks hospitable and organize. Company clearly can see that is where their shoes will live and they can use a pair of booties if they desire something on their feet. It holds just what is was designed for. I might gift this to someone." —Duji

Get it from Amazon for $24.87.

Promising review: "This was a birthday gift for my husband. It fits perfectly in our garage, with one side just clearing the rail for the garage door. It holds everything perfectly and is right there, ready to be loaded into the trunk of his car. My husband is not a person who enjoys putting things together...but within 15 minutes he was in the garage working on this. It went together quite quickly and he was so happy with it. It was a great purchase at a good price for the quality." —Karen Simonson

Get it from Amazon for $139.99.

Promising review: "I've been eyeing the Ultimate Ears Boom for years, but it's $300 price tag has always stopped me. I bought the Flip 5 after borrowing my friends Flip 4 while kayaking. It's waterproof, holds a long charge, and good sound quality (4/5-star sound). I use it whenever on the water (be aware it doesn't float, but does have a wrist strap), when working in the garage, or renovating my basement. It's great, and I don't have to think about it. Would be great if was Alexa-enabled, but that feature is only useful if you have internet (duh). For the price I paid, I cannot imagine a better deal!" —Richard

Get it from Amazon for $99.95 (available in 14 colors).

Promising review: "We bought a new house and the garage doors had openers but no remotes. These remotes set up very easily. I am not a tech guy and I had not trouble getting these going. They work just as they are supposed to. 5-star all the way" —niapcod

Get it from Amazon for $29.95.

Promising review: "Excellent quality, easy to install and works great! I wasn't trying to spend a fortune on a cord reel. The Wonder Winder was within my price range and the reviews were great so I decided to give it a try. I am not a handy person, but was able to install this in my garage in about 10 minutes. Now I can't live without this thing! It works as advertised and keeps my extension cord organized. I highly recommend!" —Rob C

Get it from Amazon for $31.19.

Promising review: "My garage doesn't have a lot of plugs, but it does have one on the ceiling for the garage door. I mounted it to the ceiling next to the plug and now I have power anywhere in the garage. It's also long enough to be pulled outside for my electric smoker. It's a lot easier than having to roll up an extension cord every time. My only regret is not getting the longer one." —Anthony

Get it from Amazon for $42.99+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "I got these to put up in my shop. I can't believe the difference. Some of the best few dollars spent on lighting...ever. It is day and night difference, with the new lights. I still am shocked that I could do carpentry and stain pottery in the shop before the new lights. I always knew I would have to put them in soon, I just didn't know sooner would have been even better by so much. I highly highly recommend them!" —Jon, a carpenter & more

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $49.99.

Colorized Design is a Georgetown, Indiana-based small business that 3D prints a variety of problem-solving home solutions.

Promising review: "We couldn't close our garage door due to the angle of the sun this time of year. Quick google search, Colorized Design came up. We followed his tips on ordering the correct cover. Received the cover within days, slid it on, and it works like a charm. Thank you again." —Linda R.

Get it from Colorized Design on Etsy for $21.95.

Hardware included for easy, no tool installation on standard garage doors. If the door is a hard insulated or wood door, self tapping screws are not included but can be shipped at no cost. Can also be installed on walls and ceilings.

Promising review: "My fishing pole storing habits had been nightmarish until I stumbled across this product. No more tangled lines and cluttered corners! Install was too easy. It maybe took five minutes. I had to readjust to fit a longer than average pole (that's what she said) and the process was quick and simple. The final look is clean and organized. I will definitely be buying a second rack." —Ben

Get it from Amazon for $39 (available in two sizes).

Some reviewers said that super light brooms may slip a bit, but they solved that by wrapping a rubber band around the handle before slipping it into the rack!

Promising review: "Absolutely love this product! I cleaned my laundry room last week and wanted to organize all my brooms, mops, and even mini vacuum. This handled the job — and then some! Installed in minutes and is very strong. I feel comfortable with one of the items which was moderately heavy compared to the rest. Love the added hooks, as well." —Judyque

Get it from Amazon for $14.73.

And it has casters so you can wheel it around where you need to!

Promising review: "I bought this and it's the best money I've spent on a shed accessory. I've NEVER had an issue where this was going to 'fall over.' That tool in the front is a 10# maul on a fiberglass handle, it sits well due to the holes/depressions and it doesn't wiggle around. I really like this thing. I bought it for my new shed almost a year ago and felt it was time to let everyone know that it's a good piece, lasts along time, does what it's supposed to do. Be smart when you load it up with yard tools — put it in a corner, heavy/tall stuff toward the back, smaller, shorter stuff to the front — you won't have any issues." —G. Warnock

Get it from Amazon for $64.99.

SeansMakerSpace is small business on Etsy specializing in very specific storage and organization products.

Get it from SeansMakerSpace on Etsy for $9.50 (available in five colors).

"Roger, plz forward all my calls to the hammock."

Promising review: "If I had to pick one product to stand by for all of eternity, it would be this swing. First of all, it's darling. We could start and end with its Anthro-Free People vibe alone. But those websites would sell it for an amount comparable to your mortgage and this little number is so ridiculously reasonable, it's almost wasteful not to buy it. You can buy a pair and not be stuck slurping ramen for the rest of the month. Also, this swing is like therapy. But cheaper. Pop in some ear buds, hop in, close your eyes and swing. YPhone ringing? Kids yelling? House on fire? Whatever. You’re swinging." —Sincerely Becca

Get it from Amazon for $62.99.

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