This Organising Method Will Double Your Garage Space In No Time

Categorisation is the key

Posted on

15 January 2017

An underrated part of the house designated for cars and bulky items - that's how most of us would describe a garage. While it's true that the scorching temperature in Dubai doesn't leave much room for the outdoors, a simple redesigning of your garage can actually help you de-clutter the inside of your home.

Closets Unlimited – one of UAE’s finest design companies has revealed some amazing tips to divide and organise your garage for maximum utilisation. Their zoning method will actually change the way you treat this overlooked part of the house.

The best way to de-clutter your garage is to divide it into 6 different zones:

1. The Transition Zone

This is a place to put all the items you grab or take off when you’re going in and out of the house. Supermarket bags, gym bags, a few shoes, flip-flops, etc. Sometimes hanging hooks are a good solution for this area. This spot should be right by the door and easily accessible when entering and leaving.

2. Need It Now Zone

Everyday items like dog food, canned goods, and recyclables can be placed on shelving located by the entrance to the house. This is an area for things you need every day and can be easily reached. This is also a great place for things you don’t want taking up space in the pantry, like non-perishables, paper towels, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, etc.

3. Long, Tall, Thin Storage

The name of this zone explains it all: if it’s long, tall, or thin this is the place to store it! Rakes, shovels, and other yard equipment can be hung on the walls for a non-bulky storage solution that won’t leave you squeezed for space next to parked cars.

4. Large Item Storage

Large, rarely used items should be placed in an area that’s up high and out of the way. Camping gear, holiday décor and pool toys are perfect candidates for this area. The less you use it, the higher it should go to free up space for more frequently used items at easy to reach heights.

5. Frequently Used Items

Frequently used outdoor and yard gear should be placed by the garage door for easy access when you need it. Rakes, brooms, and bird feed are best stored here so you can quickly grab them when you’re outside. Sports equipment is also best suited for this area.

6. Workspace

This is a place to create a centre for your hobby, whether it’s gardening, woodworking, auto repair, or something else. Focus on your hobby with a versatile workbench and cabinets for plenty of storage.

A few other points to keep in mind when reorganising your garage:

• Keep safety in mind by placing non-child safe items up high, like chemicals and cleaners.
• Place toys and children’s outdoor equipment, down low where kids can easily reach them.
• Always remember the correlation between ease of access and frequency of use. Often used items should be stored in the easiest-to-reach places in the garage. Rarely used items can be placed in more out-of-the-way places.

You’ll be amazed at how much space you really have when you organise your garage smartly and stick to it. Need suggestions? Call Closets Unlimited for an in-home complimentary design appointment at 04 399 4080 or 052 6922660. You can also visit their website at closetsunlimited.ae.