If you’re looking for an affordable way to organize your garage or shed, there are plenty of DIY options out there. In this article, we’ll go over some simple and creative ways to keep your tools and other items from taking over your space.
You can organize your garage or shed with a few simple DIY ideas.
Organizing your garage or shed is a great way to maximize the space you have. This can be done with a few simple DIY ideas that will help you get the most out of your space, no matter what kind of project you’re working on.
The garage is an ideal place to store items because it’s typically climate-controlled and has plenty of room for everything from tools and lawn equipment to sports equipment, camping gear and more. You can also use it as an area where you can work on cars or other projects without worrying about getting them dirty or making too much noise–you’ll want to keep this activity separate from where people relax at home!
1. Pallet Shelving
To build a pallet shelf, you’ll need:
- A pallet (preferably one that doesn’t smell too much)
- Wood screws with Phillips head bits and screwdriver (or drill) for attaching the wood pieces together. You can also use nails if you prefer!
- Sandpaper or an electric sander to smooth out any rough edges from cutting your pallets apart.
To hang your new shelf, follow these steps: 1) Decide where you want it mounted and measure out how far apart each bracket should be spaced from one another on either side of where they’re mounted into wall studs or other structural supports in order for them not fall off when loaded with books/supplies etc., which may vary depending on what type of bracket system was used when building this particular garage storage unit; 2) Once measurements have been taken care of go ahead now by drilling holes into surface areas where screws will go through; 3) Next step would require attaching brackets using either screws or nails depending again upon what type was used originally during construction process; 4thly – After completing previous steps carefully place wooden planks onto top portion first followed by second layer consisting primarily comprised mostly just being cardboard boxes containing items needing space because there’s nothing better than having everything organized neatly inside spaces meant specifically designed especially just those things!
2. Pegboard Storage Solutions
Pegboards are tools that can be installed in your garage to help you organize your tools and other items. They come in different sizes, but most of them have hooks on them which allow you to hang all kinds of things. You can use pegboards to store things like paint cans, rakes and shovels, brooms or even tools like hammers and screwdrivers.
Pegboards are easy to install and they only take a few minutes before they’re up on the wall ready for use!
3. Roll-Up Garage Storage Racks
Roll-up garage storage racks are a great way to keep your tools organized and accessible. It’s also easy to make one yourself using a simple pulley system, which you can find at any hardware store. With this set up, you’ll be able to roll out your tool rack when needed and then roll it back up when not in use! To make sure that nothing gets lost in the process of rolling down or rolling up your storage rack, try using labeled plastic barrels for each tool category (i.e., one barrel for hammers; another barrel for saws). That way each time you pull out the barrel from its place on top of a shelf unit or wall mount organizer unit (see below), all corresponding tools will be right there waiting inside!
4. Branch Shelving
Branch shelving is a great way to add some natural charm to your garage. You can find branches in your backyard or on the side of the road, and they’re usually free!
First, you’ll want to cut down some branches (with permission) and then saw them down into smaller pieces if necessary. Once you have all of your branches cut to size, use screws or nails to attach them to the wall at an angle. You don’t have to worry about being perfect here because it will be covered up by whatever items you decide on for storage later on! For extra stability, try nailing through two pieces of wood at once where they meet at their base so there’s no chance that one piece could come loose from another due its weight alone (this isn’t always possible depending upon what type of wood you’re using).
If painting is something that interests you then go ahead! Painting can make these shelves look much more attractive than just having natural brown/gray tones throughout without adding any color whatsoever.
5. DIY Ladder Shelf Ideas
Ladders make for a great DIY storage solution. You can use them to create shelves, drying racks and even organize tools!
If you have an unused ladder in your garage or shed, consider using it as a shelf! Ladders are generally made of metal so they’re sturdy enough to hold up heavy items like books, tools or sports equipment (though they may need some reinforcement). The best part? Ladders come at all different lengths–you can choose the right size based on how much space you have available in your garage. If there isn’t enough room between two walls where you’d like to place your ladder shelf then consider adding a little extra length by making sure each side is secured firmly against something else (like another wall).
6. DIY Hanging Sink Organizer
Tools: drill, level and stud finder
- Materials: sink (or other object) with a flat back. You can use an old one from your home or buy one from the hardware store.
- Steps: Line up your shelves on the wall and mark where you want to drill holes for your brackets. Use a level to make sure they’re straight before drilling them into place! Once all of your brackets are screwed securely into place, place the sink onto one of them and secure it with screws through its base onto each bracketed shelf below it until it’s firmly secured in place.*
7. DIY Tool Organizer for the Wall
Tools needed:
- Drill and drill bit
- Screwdriver or drill with driver attachment
- Saw (optional)
These are just a few examples of how you can use DIY ideas to organize your garage or shed. The best part is, they’re all easy to make and won’t cost you much money at all!
