c/garage-organization

My camera collection needed a dry home in the garage

I keep my photography gear out there to free up room inside. Moisture was damaging my lenses, so I got sealed containers and a dehumidifier. It took a few tries to arrange everything right. Now all my items stay safe and neat. What do you do to protect stuff from garage damp?

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paige986•5d ago

TIL my garage cleanup showed how my storage habits changed over time

We used to just stack boxes, but now I see the point of having a place for everything.

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river183•6d ago

Why does every garage cleanout end with me holding a mysterious key?

During my latest garage reorganization, I found a small key taped to the back of a shelf. I have no idea what it opens, and now I'm tempted to try it on every lock in the house. I even asked my family, but nobody remembers where it came from. It's funny how these projects always leave me with more questions than answers.

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tessa922•6d ago

My tool storage dilemma: Pegboards or cabinets?

I'm redoing my garage and stuck on how to organize my tools. Some folks say pegboards are best because you can see and grab tools fast. Others argue cabinets keep things tidy and safe from dust. Which way do you lean for garage tool storage?

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oliver965•6d ago

Noticed all my wrenches were mixed up, so I sorted them by size on a rack.

Found a cheap rack at a hardware store. Now I grab the right one without looking.

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reese_hill•6d ago

My garage cleanup turned into a bigger mess with cheap shelves

I see lots of folks using cheap shelves for garage storage. I put some up for my paint cans and tools. They couldn't handle the weight and buckled last week. Now I'm cleaning up spilled paint and broken containers.

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robins92•8d ago

Serious question, do ceiling storage pulleys always jam right when you're trying to get something down?

I switched to a basic rope and hook system, and now grabbing my camping gear is quick and easy.

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jenny364•8d ago

Helping my dad sort his garage taught me a simple labeling method

I spent last weekend at my dad's house helping him clean his garage. He had boxes of stuff from years ago all mixed up. We decided to label everything with colored tape for different categories. Now when he needs something, he can find it right away. I started using the same system in my own garage this week. It's made a huge difference already. My wife even commented on how much neater it looks.

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the_charles•9d ago

Need recommendations for heavy-duty bicycle and overhead storage

Hey everyone, my big goal right now is to finally reclaim the floor space in my garage. I need a solid way to store four mountain bikes and some overhead storage lifts for holiday bins. Can anyone recommend a good brand that has reliable hoist systems?

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