Organizing the Garage

Organization expert Pam Hix offers tips on getting your garage in tiptop shape.

To organize small tools in the garage, tack an old belt to the edge of a shelf or cabinet at two-inch intervals. Slide tools into the slots for easy retrieval.
Hang an old tire against the back wall of the garage. This way if you come into the garage too fast, you will hit the tire, not the wall.
Hang old cabinets on garage walls. Use them to lock up harmful substances.
Mount a fold-down table on the wall for repair work and other tasks.
Hang a net across the ceiling of the garage to hold large and light items. Make sure the net does not interfere with the garage door.
Utilize used glass jars such as jelly or baby food jars, and screw the lid into a 2-by-4 piece of wood. Hang the piece with lids facing down so that you can grab the jar and twist on or off. This is a great way to store nails, screws or bolts.
Install wire shelving instead of wood. The wire shelving is easier for you too see what’s on higher shelves, and it’s virtually dust free.
Use a piece of plywood for hanging tools, shovels and brooms. Magnetic strips screwed into the plywood will hold lightweight tools. The others can be hung with nails.

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