A lot of people do not use their garages efficiently. They may park their cars there or store things that they only use once in a while, but even then, the utility of this space is not maximized. A lot more can get be gotten out of this area. Here are some garage remodel ideas that will help you get the most out of this versatile space when coming up with home upgrades.
If you have not already done so, you should finish the walls to your garage. A lot of homeowners do not bother with this and just leave the house frame expose. However, A finished garage looks neater. You can cover the frame with sheetrock, or you can mount one wall with white peg boards. Using peg board hooks, you can hang up all kinds of things like brooms, tools, sports equipment, etc. and improve their organization.
Explore your options in modular storage units and have those installed around your garage. This will help you organize the storage space in the garage in a more attractive way. Try to get things off of the floor so the garage would not look so cluttered. There are overhead shelving racks that are specially designed to be mounted beneath the rafters so that you can have even more storage in the middle of the garage, above your cars.
The concrete floor of your garage does not have to be plain gray. You can add a covering or a coating on top of it to make it look more attractive. A coating can be paint that is made specially for floors. It can also be a floor epoxy. Both are applied with a brush or a roller. A coating is great for covering up stains on your garage floor that do not come off.
A garage floor covering can be floor tiles or a mat made for garages. Floor tiles are usually made of plastic, rubber, or a composite. Floor tiles are especially versatile because you can create many interesting designs depending on the pattern you lay out. How about a black-and-white checker board pattern to give your garage the look of a racetrack pit?
What if you can park your car elsewhere, and you want to create a real living space from your garage? This space is perfect as an entertainment room. Finish the walls, ceiling and floors, and add wiring for your lighting and electrical outlets. Put in a sound system, a large TV monitor, and a game console. Get a plush area rug. Position comfortable seating around the TV. Extend your central air system to the garage to make the space more comfortable all year round. If there is room, you can build a small wet bar where you can serve snacks and beverages, or put in a game table for playing board games.
These garage remodel ideas can improve the quality of life for anyone in your household. The garage is often an under-appreciated space, but with a little work, it can be elevated to be an enjoyable and attractive area in your house.