Summer of the garage

[DoubleF]

Not garage, but I use some of these inside my house to hold brooms etc. I like it better than the spring loaded ones.

https://www.amazon.ca/Command-17007-...s%2C143&sr=1-4

The straps recommended aren't bad. I just migrated to velcro cable straps because you can neatly leave it on the cable after undoing it so you won't lose the strap.

https://www.amazon.ca/Reusable-Trila...s%2C169&sr=8-5

I also saw a guy who used a system where he would staple these hook and loop cinch straps on the wall to hold things. It was kinda cool that it could hold a variety of things, but they look like ass IMO when they get too dusty, so you have to dust them off regularly with compressed air or whatever.

https://www.amazon.ca/EFFIET-Extensi...s%2C129&sr=8-6

Lumber garage shelves have always seemed odd to me. Those seemingly haven't been a hands down viable cheap option in many cases for a while now. It seems like it's kinda pricey (especially with covid spiking lumber prices) and a lot of extra work. Wire shelves on the other hand aren't too expensive and quite a bit less work than sawing and doing brackets/wall mounting etc. Plus they look nicer than raw lumber.

My buddy suggested I consider under the deck storage since I have duradeck. I might look into that as an option as well vs another shed.

If you do end up with a mezzanine, you should do a corner lift where you can use a pulley system to pull up heavy items. The platform stays up top when you don't need to use it. Comes to the floor when you do. (Can still park a car under it).

[bc-chris]

Originally Posted by CroFlames

Bumping this thread for two reasons:

1. Never pass up a chance to take a shot at Fuzz's build.

2. Any cool garage organizational hacks?


I used to keep my #### so neat and tidy - but with growing kids, I am drowning in "stuff". What do you do with seasonal kids crap? Tools? Seriously considering a shed just for kids crap.

just get rid of the kids... it will be waaaay cheaper in the long run!

[kevman]

Originally Posted by CroFlames

Great stuff fellas, keep it coming.

The metal coscto storage unit is much more attractive than 2x4s and plywood, but pricey.

I was actually thinking about building a bit of a mezzanine type of deal above where the car gets parked. I would classify myself as above average DIYer.

I went for a hybrid approach - built the frames from 2x4s but used Husky shelf inserts from Home Depot instead of plywood. I didn't want the shadows that plywood would create. Especially for the 4'x8' shelf above the garage door.

[CroFlames]

Dude that looks amazing.

[DoubleF]

Originally Posted by CroFlames

Dude that looks amazing.

Seconded. I've never really been huge on garage pics, but those ones... damn. I want in. New projects added to the list!

And also, wtf kind of garage door opener is that? I've never seen that style before. That's cool and awesome AF.

[monkeyman]

Nice rack!

[calgarygeologist]

That is definitely sweet. I had plans to install some tire racks up near the ceiling so that they are out of the way but I realized that putting them up and down on a ladder would not be an option. I didn't want to invest in some of winch system so I had to go with racks at should height which at least still provides some extra floor space.

[chemgear]

I've never really had elevated shelves or hung stuff from the garage ceiling. I am the only one that feels a little nervous about it?

[calgarygeologist]

Originally Posted by chemgear

I've never really had elevated shelves or hung stuff from the garage ceiling. I am the only one that feels a little nervous about it?

I love the ceiling shelving platforms. I have four 4*8 platforms and it is great for seasonal stuff. Obviously you have to be able to get up and down an A-frame ladder with your stuff but overall it is pretty easy.

[DoubleF]

Originally Posted by chemgear

I've never really had elevated shelves or hung stuff from the garage ceiling. I am the only one that feels a little nervous about it?

Depends what it is. If it's a tote of seasonal outdoor toys, skates, snow shoes, christmas lights, bikes etc. I wouldn't worry much.

But stuff over 100 pounds like tires on wheels... Damn. I get where you're coming from. Anything you'd die instead of getting a concussion if it hit you in the head, I'd avoid myself.

Originally Posted by monkeyman

Nice rack!

I like how kevman was nice enough to offer both a covered and uncovered pic.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally Posted by chemgear

I've never really had elevated shelves or hung stuff from the garage ceiling. I am the only one that feels a little nervous about it?

Especially when it's a ton of weight hanging off of trusses that were engineered to hold the walls and roof up, not to dangle heavy weights off of the bottom chords.

[Madman]

Originally Posted by DoubleF

And also, wtf kind of garage door opener is that? I've never seen that style before. That's cool and awesome AF.

Wall mount - gets rid of the middle track for more storage etc.

https://www.liftmaster.com/ca/garage...s#tab=products