Are you looking for the best garage organization ideas to recreate? Here are 40 of the best and easiest DIY garage organization ideas for a clutter-free space!
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Since summer is quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to deep-clean your garage. I don’t know about you, but my garage is one of the most disorganized spaces in my house. I think it’s because it’s technically not a part of the main living space, so I just don’t take as good care of it as I should.
One of the main reasons my garage is so cluttered and messy is that I just keep bringing junk and unwanted items into the space. For example, screws are lying around haphazardly, and cleaning supplies and other household items don’t have their own area. But that all changes now. I am going to deep clean and make sure everything is neat and tidy, lol!
If you are in the same boat as me and need some cheap and easy garage organization ideas, you have come to the right place! I’ve gathered 40 of the best garage organization ideas that’ll completely transform your space from cluttered and messy to organized and tidy. No more tripping over wires and tools that lay on the floor.
First things first, you’ll want to declutter. Get rid of everything that you don’t need so you have more space to work with. Now, let’s take a look at these awesome ideas!
GARAGE ORGANIZATION IDEAS
1. STORAGE TOTES
One of the best ways to organize your garage is by storing away everything you don’t use on a day-to-day basis. For example, your car tools, out-of-season clothing, and holiday decor.
2. SHOVEL STORAGE
You have no idea how many times I’ve tripped on a shovel in my garage. I’m pretty sure I always put it away, but somehow it ends up on the floor, lol!
Make sure you don’t trip and accidentally hurt yourself by storing away all of your shovels and yard tools. All you need are wooden pallets. Just put it against the wall so the tools will be secure.
3. Use stackable storage bins
Looking to save some space in your garage? Well, what you need are stackable storage bins. They are perfect for storing away your tools and small knick-knacks.
You can also use a Sharpie or a label marker to label everything so you know which bin to look at right away.
4. ORGANIZE YOUR SHOES
The number one thing that makes your garage look a lot messier than it really is, is your shoes.
We all have our days when we are too lazy to get up and put the shoes on the rack (I’m also guilty of this, haha).
But, to make sure things stay organized and to maximize your space, I suggest investing in a storage solution.
You can get a wall-mounted shoe storage or just get a normal shoe rack from Lowe’s. Either one will help keep shoes off the floor.
5. INSTALL A FAST TRACK
Guys, you will thank me later! You seriously need to invest in a fast track for your garage. It’ll make your life so much easier and will help you make the most of your space.
This is perfect if you have a garage on the smaller side or just need a bit of extra space. You can use it to organize toys, helmets, yard tools, and literally anything else you want.
6. USE CLEAR STORAGE BINS
I love storage bins! They are amazing for storing away unwanted items or just for organizing your space. I have a few under my bed in which I keep my winter clothes.
You can buy a few for your garage, depending on what you want to store away. I highly suggest storing away out-of-season clothes, along with toiletries, cleaning supplies, and other household items.
7. PEG BOARD FOR TOOLS
If you don’t already have a pegboard in your garage, what are you doing? Head to Home Depot right now and get yourself a pegboard.
It is so versatile and amazing when it comes to organizing your household tools. All you need to do is attach hooks in the holes, and now just hang up your items.
8. VERTICAL YARD TOOL STORAGE
This is another great way to organize your yard tools. I think you are going to have to DIY this because I couldn’t find any at Home Depot or Lowe’s.
But you can order it from Etsy if you’d like. Just search up vertical yard tool storage, and it should pop up.
9. TIRE RACK
When I used to live with my parents, my dad would just pile the tires on top of one another, lol! Don’t do that, and instead, DIY a tire rack. I found a tutorial on YouTube if you want to watch it.
10. GARDEN TOOLS ORGANIZATION
Do you love to garden and have tools lying around in your garage? Well, it’s time to fix that. You’re going to want to install a long wooden board on the wall.
Then add hooks on the bottom to store away all of your tools. This is perfect if you have a smaller garage and need more space.
11. ELECTRIC CORD ORGANIZATION
I absolutely love this idea! If you have a bunch of electrical wires lying around, it’s not only disorganized, but it can be pretty dangerous as well.
It’ll also get all jangled up and will take a bunch of time when untangling. Save yourself the headache and install small PVC pipes on a wooden board, and just wrap the cords around them.
It’s organized, saves space, and will make your garage look 10x better.
12. CAMPING ITEMS STORAGE
If you have camp chairs and tents that don’t have a designated spot in your garage, then this one is for you. DIY a camp chair holder with just some wooden boards.
Or, if you don’t want to DIY, just get a wooden pallet and put it against the wall.
13. BASKETBALL ORGANIZATION
I hate nothing more than when balls are just rolling around everywhere, lol! It is so annoying. If you’re having the same problem, try this awesome basketball storage idea.
Find some empty wall space and attach 2 small shelves along with bungee cords to keep the balls from getting out. It is a super easy and cheap solution to your problem.
14. PAINT BRUSH HOLDER
Install long metal spikes on a wooden board to organize all of your paintbrushes. These can be paint brushes for your car or just regular, artistic brushes that need a home.
Do make sure to clean the brushes first before placing them on the spike.
15. PVC TUBES FOR YARD TOOL ORGANIZATION
You don’t need to spend a ton of money to keep your garage organized. Head to Home Depot or go on Amazon and order a couple of PVC tubes.
Attach them to wooden boards and then place all of your yard tools through them to keep them organized. The tubes will keep them from falling and will make everything look much more cohesive.
16. FAST TRACK FOR TOYS
If you have kids, then you most definitely have toys and other items just lying around the floor and places they shouldn’t be.
Make sure all the toys are organized and don’t clutter up your garage by incorporating fast tracks. You can keep your toys there, swimming essentials, rackets, helmets, and other items.
17. GARAGE MUDROOM
Are you tired of the kids bringing dirt inside, or tired of all the shoes just lying around by the door? If so, why not create a mudroom in your garage?
You can take off your shoes and coat in the garage before entering the house, and you can also store other items in the little compartments.
This is going to cost a bit of money if you are going to hire people to do it, but if you are a DIY queen and like the challenge, you could probably recreate this mudroom for less than $500.
18. OUTDOOR TOY STORAGE
Keep your children’s toys and playthings neat and tidy by keeping them in open baskets.
They are great for easy access, will keep your children’s toys organized, and the baskets are stackable, which is great for smaller spaces.
19. METAL BUCKETS FOR ORGANIZATION
I absolutely love this idea! Buy some metal buckets for your children’s toys and other items that you need a space for.
Label the buckets so you don’t have to search in every one of them to find what you’re looking for. You can use the buckets for balls, car tools, beach toys, chalk, bubbles, and so on!
20. BIKE ORGANIZATION
I know it doesn’t seem like it, but bikes take up a lot of space. You also don’t use them much during the winter months, so why not keep them out of the way?
By some Flip Up wall bike mounts to keep your bikes organized. You can also keep the helmets on there as well. And let’s face it, this will make your space look a lot better.
21. POOL NOODLE ORGANIZATION
Are you looking for a cheap solution for organizing your fishing poles? Well, head to your local dollar store and buy a pool noodle. Make a few slits and just place your fishing poles there.
It’ll be secure and in one place, so no need to go fishing for them when you need them (see what I did there?, haha!).
22. ORGANIZE BACKSTOCK
Do you have multiple bottles of the same items? If so, keep them in the garage instead of inside your home to make more space.
You can just use clear plastic bins for this and a label maker to make it easier to find what you’re looking for. You can keep anything from extra drinks to cleaning supplies and toilet paper there.
23. GARBAGE BAGS ON A ROLL
Now, this DIY is technically for under the sink, but it’s great for the garage too. Especially when you’re cleaning or if you have a larger trashcan there. You can check out the tutorial here.
24. BEHIND THE DOOR STORAGE
If you need a little extra space, make use of the area behind the door. This is perfect for brooms, mops, and other cleaning supplies.
You can install a pegboard there and add some hooks for easy accessibility.
25. OVER THE DOOR SHOE ORGANIZER FOR SPRAY PAINTS
Do you have a bunch of spray paint bottles from various projects and have no place to put them? Well, worry not because that can easily be solved!
Buy an over-the-door shoe organizer and just place your spray paints inside the little compartments. You can install this on an empty wall or, if you don’t have wall space, hang it over the door.
26. SHOWER HOOK FOR WRENCH TOOLS
Are you constantly misplacing your wrench tools, or just need a place for them? Well, get yourself a couple of shower curtain hooks and slide the tools on them.
This is such an easy way to keep them all in one place, and you can easily locate whichever one you’re looking for.
27. BUNGEE CORD FOR TOOLS ORGANIZATION
DIY yourself a little tool organizer with a bungee cord. It’s cheap, easy, and will make your space clutter-free. You can install it on an empty wall.
28. PEG BOARD ORGANIZATION
Here is another example of a pegboard tool organizer. I mean, it just makes everything look so good, and you can use it for things other than simply storing your tools.
For example, you can install a basket on it and place tape, notebooks, and pens there, along with rulers, paint brushes, and drills.
29. SCREWS AND NAILS ORGANIZATION
I can’t count how many times I’ve stepped on a loose screw or nail. If you’ve never stepped on one, then you are very lucky because it hurts like a bit*h, lol!
Anyway, make sure your garage is hazard-free and place your screws and nails in a jar with a lid. You can install the lids of the jars under a wooden shelf and just twist on the jars.
I think this is much more efficient and will make your garage look amazing!
30. USE PLASTIC CUPS TO ORGANIZE MARKERS
Is it just me, or do you also lose your markers left and right? It always pops up during the most inopportune time, but when you actually need it, where is it then?
Never lose a marker again and always find what you’re looking for by incorporating plastic cups. Install them on a pegboard and simply place all of your markers and colored pencils there.
This is also a great way to add a pop of color to your garage.
31. Over the door organizer for yard tools
Over the door shoe oraganizers aren’t good for just shoes. They work amazingly well for storing your yard tools.
The little compartments are perfect for all of your smaller yard tools, like a small shovel, a bloom cultivator, and more!
32. MONKEY BAR GARAGE WALL MOUNT
This is one of my favorite garage organization ideas on this list. This is a monkey bar garage storage solution that is just perfect for storing away anything and everything.
You can use it for storing away your wrapping paper, spray paints, cleaning supplies, household tools, and toys.
33. PATIO CUSHIONS STORAGE
Patio cushions are only good for about half the year. I don’t think anyone is going to be sitting outside during the winter, haha! So why not store them away (after properly cleaning)?
You can install a small curtain rod on the wall and use hangers to hang up the cushions. You can bring them out when the weather gets warmer.
34. BIKE RACK
Here is another awesome way to keep your bikes out of the way. Use bike wall mounts to keep them off the ground and to free up space.
35. GET A UTILITY SHELF
Free up a bunch of space by getting a utility shelf! They aren’t super expensive and are a great way to keep things organized.
Just place it in a corner somewhere and use baskets to store everything. You can keep buckets of paint on the shelf, car tools, household items, and other miscellaneous things.
36. USE LABELS
I don’t know about you, but I use labels for everything. It just makes your life so much easier. You can use a label maker to print labels for everything.
For example, if you’re organizing your skrews based on how big or small they are, label them so you don’t have to go looking in each bin.
37. STORE AWAY WINTER CLOTHES
Are your winter clothes and jackets taking up way too much space in your closet? If so, install a long closet rod in your garage and keep your cold-weather clothes there.
38. WOODEN SHELVES FOR TOY STORAGE
OMG! How stunning does this look? If your kid has a bunch of toys and you have no space to keep them inside, DIY wooden shelves and place them neatly there.
39. OVERHEAD GARAGE STORAGE RACK
Have no more space on your walls or the floor? Well, no problem there! Simply buy a couple of overhead garage storage racks and install them on the ceiling.
This is a great way to create more space; you can store all of the things you don’t use regularly.
40. KEEP BACKPACKS OUTSIDE
This garage organization idea is perfect for the summer time. Kids are out of school, and their backpacks are always on the couch, or someplace it shouldnt be.
So, install a few wall hooks in your garage and just keep them there during the summer. You can also keep their sneakers and other items they normally only wear to school there as well.
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