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Garages have becomesecondary storage unitsand even workshops for the home DIYer.

The extra square footage is surely a boon but can quickly turn into an unorganized mess.

These 11 ideasfrom preassembled to DIY systemswill help guide you to a well-organized and cleaner garage.

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Should I Use Wood or Metal Shelves in My Garage?

What Can I Use for Garage Shelves?

Metal sheets can be as thin as 0.8mm while wire needs a gauge of 0.105 inches.

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Metal also comes at a higher price tag, especially if youre purchasing a premade system.

Cabinetry comes in many forms: wall-mounted, freestanding, a range of sizes, and various material compositions.

If youre looking for the best durability and high capacity, consider steel cabinets.

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Consider mounting a pegboard next to your shelving or above shorter cabinets.

There are also slim and tall corner units that fit into standard 90-degree corners.

Theres also a wide variety of cubes to choose from.

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Make It Uniform

Sometimes items stored on shelves alone become unsightly.

Consider open-front stackable bins for items you want to access quickly without having to search a closed bin.

Think Vertically

Have extra floor space and enjoy DIY projects?

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Consider adding aworkbenchwhere you might do everything from sawing and sanding a piece of wood to hammering and staining.

However, nowadays it’s possible for you to find premade utility shelving that’s competitively priced.

Most of the time, metal components are more expensive.

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Plywood is the better option due to its strength.

MDF can lose its shape or even break due to weight loads.

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