But, for many, this ultimate utilitarian space is clutters final graveyard.
Use our tips below to declutter your garage and start transforming it back into a truly functional space.
Carry everything out to the driveway or, better yet, to a tarp spread on the lawn.
Touching and moving items quickly reveals damage or if something is just too cumbersome to regularly use.
Sort like with like as you bring out the items.Review duplicatesrigorously.
Can you edit down to just the best one?
Do you have all the attachments?
Tackling garage organization will be a messy project.
Map Out Your Available Space
With your garage emptied, park all vehicles in their ideal spots.
Consider any space beyond the tape marksavailable for storage.
Is there ceiling space that you could also utilize to hang bikes or larger items not used often?"
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Read labels on all chemicals and liquids.
Your garage is almost certainlynot a good place to store paint.
Be laser-focused looking at this technology graveyard.
Separate technology thats donatable versus whats a candidate forresponsible disposal.
Then schedule a donation pickup or drop off your donations immediately.
“Organizing properly usually takes longer than you think.
