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2022
GARAGE EXCELL
7 STORAGE TRICKS
TO HIDE YOUR GARAGE ITEMS IN PL AIN SIGHT
Have you been wanting to upgrade your garage? We know that a garage renovation can feel like an overwhelming task; however, we want to disabuse you of that notion. You can renovate your garage, and you can do it in style.
Before we talk about the what, let’s talk about the how.
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PURPOSE
FLOORING
The first step in almost any endeavor,
You might not immediately
especially a renovation, is to under-
think about your garage floor-
stand the space and how you want
ing, but you need to once you
to use it. The garage is often seen
commit to a renovation. It is
as just the place to park your car (or
very likely that you need to up-
store the random, useless items of
grade your floor in order to get
your existence). A garage can be so
the garage of your dreams.
much more than an afterthought. It
Lighting, energy access, and
can be a man cave or a workshop;
heating/cooling should also
an extra bedroom or a playroom.
be taken into account; though these tasks should definitely not be attempted until you
STORAGE Once you know, you need to think
have a clear plan of action.
SAFETY
about how you’re going to store what
Regardless of what you decide
you already have in there in order to
on, you need to take care and
open up the space (upgrading your
put safety first.
storage game). We’ll talk a little bit about garage storage options in a bit, but first you need to decide what needs to be stored, and therefore the type of storage items to utilize.
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That’s enough preamble, right? Let’s talk about how to turn your existing drab garage into something extraordinary.
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The Benefits & Value OF GARAGE CABINETS
Upgrading your storage game is non-negotiable when it comes to a garage renovation. Organization opens up space, and garage cabinets are the key to that organization. There are a variety of options, but we want to highlight leaning into a garage cabinet system.
Don’t think it’s for you? Or maybe you don’t spend enough time in your garage to warrant it? A garage storage system isn’t just for tool hobbyists and car enthusiasts. You don’t need a massive collection of power tools to get full value out of a garage cabinet system. Let’s talk about some of the reasons why your new garage will thank you for investing in garage cabinets. 877-573-6637
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DECLUTTERING
INCREASED SAFETY
If you’re like most garage owners,
All of that existing clutter is likely a
you couldn’t find a clear path from
safety hazard (and possibly a fire
one side of the garage to the oth-
hazard). Organizing that mess de-
er. A garage cabinet system cuts
creases the likelihood of accidents
down on floor clutter and creates
and damage to your stored items.
the space necessary to be creative with your renovation.
AESTHETICALLY PLEASING A garage cabinet system upgrades the appearance of your garage. It moves your garage from being an overflow area into something functional, while also having its own personality. You can either match
INCREASED HOME VALUE Expanding on the utility of your garage creates both personal value, as you can do more with it throughout the years, and development value, as it increases the appeal of your home to potential buyers (if you are thinking of selling).
the garage to the interior of your home or give your garage its own unique look & feel. GARAGEEXCELL.COM
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A garage cabinet system offers the ability to customize your
A garage can be a multifunctional space by investing in garage cabinetry.
space to fit your needs. You can select from different materials, or even customize the entire unit. If you want to increase your garage’s aesthetic appeal and organize your clutter, then we invite you to discover how a garage cabinet system can benefit your garage renovation. If you don’t want to tackle garage cabinets or a garage cabinet system alone, then Garage Excell is here to help. We will upgrade you to your dream garage and customize the perfect garage cabinet system for your needs. Contact us today to learn more and get started!
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Upgrading Your Garage WITH SLAT WALLS
Maybe you want to expand beyond garage cabinets (or want an alternative). Welcome to the most versatile item out there: slat walls. Strategic, attractive, and fiscally sound, these panels and fittings provide you with an economical solution that allows you to maximize your dream garage.
Don’t want to take our word for it? It’s always wise to critically think about purchases, so let’s talk about the top 4 benefits of investing in slat walls.
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YOU DON’T HAVE TO SACRIFICE AESTHETICS Not caring about what your garage looks like should be your attitude pre-renovation. Now, you want to create an attractive space. AS such, the range of col-
FUNCTIONALITY WITH FLEXIBILITY The advantages in a retail space speak for themselves, but even in a home garage, the ability to
or and styles for slat walls means you can make sure that you get the look you want.
PRACTICALITY WORKS IN YOUR FAVOR
optimize the wall space is both
Slat walls are built with practicality
efficient and organized. It doesn’t
in mind. You want to reliably store
hurt that these panels are easy
items in a way that is consistent
to set up and can be arranged
with what is being stored. Need it to
to your desire. Slatwall Panels for
be horizontal? Slat walls work. Up-
Flexible Functionality.
right instead? No problem.
DURABILITY IS THE NAME OF THE GAME
Slat walls are a simple and cost-
These panels will last a long time. They can be manufactured from a variety of materials to fit your garage’s design.
effective solution that you can use in conjunction with other storage options, or alone. However, if you want to make sure it all goes together, than reach out to Garage Excell today for a consultation.
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Optimizing Your Garage WITH CEILING RACKS Are we having fun yet? We’ve talk-
So, what do you do?
ed about organizing things into cabinets and making the best use
Overhead ceiling racks are here
of the wall space. Now, we need to
to save the day. They are exactly
talk about verticality and how to
what they sound like. The racks line
optimize your ceiling space. Not all
your ceiling and allow you to effec-
items are going to be neatly stored
tively and easily store items off the
in garbage cabinets or hung on
ground. This is especially useful for
slat walls. And setting them on the
heavier, uneven items.
ground is counterproductive to your attempt to clear up the space.
Still not convinced?
EASY INSTALLATION EASY ACCESS TO STORED ITEMS VERSATILE DESIGN DURABLE CAN SUPPORT A LOT OF WEIGHT LOTS OF EXTRA STORAGE
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Sounds like a great addition to your garage renovation, right?
much weight they can store, it ranges from 250 lbs. all the way up to 600 lbs. or more! Hopefully, this guide has provided you the information you needed when searching for the best overhead ceiling racks for garage storage. As you can see, while most provide a standard design, there are stand out options on the market with both lift systems and those used for storing tote bins. You should also be able to find a product, regardless of the design of your garage.
The take-home message is simple. Overhead ceiling racks provide storage for items cluttering your garage that might not otherwise fit in other storage solutions. Additionally, you can get to the stored items easily, so they are great for seasonal and holiday storage. In terms of how
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A crucial point is to ensure that you are installing the racks in the right location. If you are unsure of this, it’s always worth choosing a professional service to install the system for you. Most racks are designed to stay firmly in place but may fail if they are not secured the right way. GARAGEEXCELL.COM
Get Fancy (& Functional) with POLYASPARTIC EPOXY FLOORS
We’ve talked about the walls and ceiling, so now it’s time to talk about your garage flooring. The go-to solution for upgrading your floor is Polyaspartic epoxy floors. Originally designed with protecting steel from corrosion in mind, epoxy floors have now expanded to consumer use for protection from spills, foot traffic, and other normal wear-and-tear activities. If you’ve never heard of epoxy flooring before, we’re sure you’ve seen the impressive outcome of its application. Regardless, let’s take the time to understand why epoxy flooring benefits your garage renovation:
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RESISTANCE
CUSTOMIZATION
If you’re looking for something that
Perhaps the greatest reason to add
provides protection, durability, and
this to your dream garage reno-
cleanability, then epoxy flooring is
vation wish list is because you can
exactly what you’re looking for. This
customize the epoxy flooring to suit
coating can weather most stains,
your vision. Whether you decide to
punctures, chemicals, and intense
go with a single coat or multiple
temperature changes.
coats, you can employ innovative
SIMPLE INSTALLATION
designs that enhance your garage cabinets, slat walls, and overhead ceiling racks.
Both quick and safe, the epoxy flooring installations do not generate strong odors, nor are they likely to disturb your daily routine. Depending on your garage and needs, it can be completed in a couple of days.
Epoxy flooring can be intimidating. Garage Excell is here to help. We can ensure that you get the coating that matches your needs. Contact us today for more information.
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NOW IS THE TIME TO
Upgrade Your Garage Hopefully, you now feel like you can tackle that garage renovation. There are clearly a lot of options available. Let’s review the key points to consider as you work toward your dream garage.
Understand your space and determine how you want to use it Select the correct storage options for your needs. Decide on flooring. Add all the extra features to round out your garage’s utility
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STRATEGY
Garage Excell has an excellent track record of helping homeowners upgrade their
Once you have a strategy in place,
garage. We want to help
we talked about some of the storage
you as well. If you have any
and renovation options that are avail-
questions, or are looking for
able to you. Garage cabinets can help
a consultation, please don’t
you declutter, increase safety and
hesitate to reach out to talk
the value of your home, and match
with us.
whatever aesthetic goal you have. Slat walls can be complementary to other storage options or standalone if your needs align. Simple to install and use, slat walls are great for commercial and residential use.
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cess for heavier, unwieldy items that likely won’t fit in a garage storage system. Your garage flooring is the final step, and epoxy flooring is the obvious choice.
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