If you’re like me, your garage probably looks like a pig-sty. Boxes of old stuff stacked sky high to the ceiling, sporting equipment everywhere, old computers, and who knows what else is everywhere. But, it doesn’t have to be like that. With a little planning and some useful storage equipment like garage cabinets, you’ll not only be able to park your car in your garage finally but it’ll also look great. In this article, I’m going to focus on garage cabinets and how they can make your garage organization process pain free. They make storing car accessories, tools, landscaping equipment, and other necessary item you need in your garage simple and out of sight.
One of the great things about garage cabinets is that they are modular. No matter what your garage looks like, you’ll be able to find a cabinet system that fits the room schematics. And if you ever want to change things in the future, you can easily add or take away cabinet units to adjust to your current needs. So if you wanted one cabinet on the left wall of your garage strictly for your tools, and the rest of your cabinets on the other side of your garage, you could do it without worrying about anything. Each cabinet is built to standalone or combine with other cabinets to create a seamless storage unit. It’s pretty much up to you how you want to configure your cabinets to fit your layout and functionality needs.
Yes, they are more expensive than other garage storage options, but they look incredibly elegant. But, if you do some smart shopping online, you’ll be able to find some good deals.
Wood Cabinets:
So what exactly are most garage cabinets made from? They’re pretty basic when you break it down: shop grade plywood, which is way more forgiving and light than your traditional hardwood plywood. Or if you want to go with a more industrial feel, stainless steel is a very popular choice. As you’ll find out when you start looking around, cabinets come in a variety of materials, so make sure to choose one that not only fits your design needs, but also your functional needs.
Metal Cabinets:
Metal cabinets, especially stainless steel, are a popular choice for a garage that is used more as a workshop or gym than just a place to park your car. Not only are they more durable than their plywood cousins, but they also just look sleeker. Most metal cabinets come with power-coated finishes that make them super durable. And if you can’t afford stainless steel, aluminum is also is a great option and is very affordable.
Installation:
When you install the cabinets, you’re actually going to mount them onto the walls to make sure they won’t fall over and damage your belongings or hurt anyone. You’re going to screw the cabinets directly to the studs, and you can do this with a normal screw gun. Nothing too fancy right? Just make sure you really know where you want to install your cabinets so that you don’t have to uninstall them if you don’t like your original layout.
And if you don’t have enough room on the floor, you can install your metal cabinets higher, like the overhead cabinets in your kitchen. If you decide to go this route, make sure that you install your cabinets correctly and they are securely in place.
Manufacturer Options:
Gladiator - Gladiator GarageWorks is the leader in garage organization solutions. They manufacture everything you need from high quality cabinets and wall mounts to flooring and tool boxes. They’re a little pricey, but their products last a lifetime and come with a rock solid guarantee. And what I like most about them is that their installation instructions are very clear and you their products are versatile. You’re not boxed into using a cabinet one specific way. Here’s a short promo video about them:
Sandusky - Sandusky has a long history of providing high quality storage solutions. They make storage units not only for your garage, but also your home and office. They merged with Lee Metals, so now they have a wider range of cabinet options and faster delivery times. They specialize in steel cabinets, so if that’s what you’re wanting, you should check them out first.
Flow Wall – Flow Wall touts itself for providing effective ways to get your stuff organized. Their mission is to get your stuff of the floor and onto the wall. They offer a diverse range of modular storage space (cabinets, tool boxes, etc.) for your garage to eliminate clutter.
Custom Garage Cabinets:
If you can’t find anything from the big manufacturers, you can also get your cabinets custom made. It’ll cost more to go with this option, but you’ll get a garage cabinet system build to your specifications. Everything down from the dimensions to the material to extras like secret compartments can be included. Just do a quick Google search of “custom garage cabinets [your city]” and you’ll get a list of local companies that specialize in not only building custom cabinets but the entire custom garage experience (garage flooring, recessed lighting, etc). This way, you’ll get feedback on what exactly your garage could look like.
Where To Buy:
Now it comes down to finding the best prices. You can always go into your local home improvement store like Lowe’s or Home Depot and find a good variety of cabinets for purchase. You won’t always find the best deals, but they are readily available and you take your cabinets home that day.
If you want the best price and a larger variety of options, your best bet is to stick with shopping online. You can go straight to the manufacturer’s website and find a wider variety of options. For instance, if you go to Gladiator’s website and find way more cabinet styles there than you could at Home Depot. Plus, if you do a quick online search for “Gladiator coupon code”, you’ll be able to find one that can offer you 10% or more off your purchase price or free shipping.
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