How to Maximize Wall Space in Your Custom Garage

Why Is a Cluttered Garage a Problem?

Most homeowners underestimate just how important the garage is. Many two-car garages are just 20 X 20 feet, or 400 square feet. That’s a relatively small space for you to keep so many valuable items safe. Particularly if you don’t have a basement or attic storage, the garage has probably become the go-to overflow storage area for you.


One of the most underutilized spaces in garages are the walls themselves. Depending on the size of your vehicles, you may not have enough room to add elaborate cabinet units and workbenches, leaving you few options to keep this space organized. Fortunately, the slatwall storage system can help you make the most of this area of your home. 

What Are the Benefits of Slatwall Storage Racks?

Functional, flexible and attractive, slatwall storage racks offer you one of the best ways to organize your garage space. The sleek, minimalist storage system is a wall overlay that combines strength and a modern look that can transform a messy garage into one of the best-used storage spaces in your home.


Remember, this is the area where you’ll keep some of your most expensive items: vehicles, lawn equipment, tools and more. Find out how slatwall garage storage can help you make space for all of these items and reclaim your lost space.

Storage System Flexibility

No matter how you use your garage, slatwall storage racks make this space even more valuable by keeping your items neat and organized. From weekend warrior athletes to motorheads to avid gardeners, a slatwall system helps you store all the equipment you need for your favorite hobbies. This extremely flexible storage system can be modified quickly and easily with an endless variety of accessories:



• Baskets and bins
• Hooks for various tools and storage purposes
• Bicycle hooks and holders
• Various sports equipment storage systems
• And much more


You don’t need to worry about committing to hardware decisions that you may regret later because this storage system grows and changes as you and your family changes. If you purchase a new item that needs storage, just buy the accessory and quickly install it. Can’t find room for it? Simply slide existing items horizontally to make space for that new rake, racquet or ratchet set. There are also many additional accessories that will help to reorganize any messy garage. To learn more, check out How to Reorganize Your Garage Using These 5 Accessories from Closet Decor and more.

Attractive Aesthetics

Slatwall storage systems give your garage a stylish way to organize your space with a minimalist look. Enjoy a calming sense of organization every time you go inside. If you’ve ever felt embarrassed about opening your garage and letting the entire neighborhood see the eyesore inside, you will appreciate the clean look when this space is organized. 


Planning for the point when you may eventually sell your home? A tidy, attractive garage will set your home apart from your neighbor’s overstuffed spaces. A well-maintained garage tells others that you took care of your home and its belongings. 

And then there’s the look of the actual storage system itself. Unlike pegboards, slatwall storage systems come in several attractive colors that add to the visual appeal of the space, not detract from it. That color flexibility comes in handy if you’re trying to coordinate with cabinets or flooring for your custom garage. Color-matched screws and trim also help give this wall storage option an appealing, cohesive look that will generate lots of compliments from your neighbors. 

Garage Safety

Unlike other garage storage methods, this storage system is totally secure. Your items will remain fixed to the wall system and vehicles will remain safe from failed hardware that pulls out of the wall or items that tumble from stacked shelves. This PVC product is strong, easy to clean and capable of carrying lots of weight. 


Imagine entering a dark, cluttered garage and tripping over a stack of items in the walkway. In the best-case scenario, you end up breaking something you own. In the worst-case scenario, you end up breaking your arm. Keep your floors clear so you can move freely in your garage.

Money Savings

When your household items are stored appropriately, they’re protected and will have their life extended. No falling from crowded counters. No sitting outside to rust in the yard. No laying in the corner on the floor for rodents and insects to nest in.


How many times have you had to go out to buy an item that you know you already own but can’t find? Don’t throw your money away because your disorganized space is forcing you to make unnecessary purchases. With a slatwall storage system, all of your items are organized and visible at a glance, meaning that you won’t waste precious time or money digging through your home to find those misplaced items.


Can’t remember the last time you were able to pull your vehicle inside your garage? Protect its delicate paint, dashboard and interior from the damaging sun, particularly in hot climates. This storage system can quickly give you back the floor space to easily park your vehicle inside again.

How Are Slatwall Storage Racks Installed?

With slatwall storage racks, it’s not as simple as picking a color and installing it. You need to account for several factors that could impact your project:

• Obstacles such as plumbing, fuse boxes, irrigation controls and outlets
• Desired storage area 
• Storage system placement
• Windows, floor slope and ceiling unevenness
• Future lifestyle or family changes that could impact your decision


An added benefit is this storage system can be installed no matter what the garage interior: unfinished studs, drywall or concrete. Plus, this system can be incorporated as wall-to-wall slatwall storage, or you can choose partial coverage for targeted areas.

Maximize Your Home’s Square Footage Today

Stop squandering one of the most valuable spaces in your home. The beauty of the slatwall system is its efficiency. Due to the low profile, this system will help you squeeze out every inch of free space in your garage by utilizing your wall space.

Sources

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