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Outdoor Garages

Are you thinking of building your garage yourself? Need some ideas and tips to get you started on the right foot? We've got you covered with useful secrets from our Hometalkers that will guide you through the process of everything you need to know. From slideshows to discussion boards, this is your one-stop shop for all your DIY needs.

7 DIY Garage Storage Ideas You Can Use Right Now!

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7 DIY Garage Storage Ideas You Can Use Right Now!

Decorate and Tidy Your Garage

Keep it organized

Create a system to keep your garage from becoming cluttered. Compartmentalize your space and have a set place for each item to keep tidy.

Use creepers and vines

Decorate the outside of your garage by surrounding it with creepers and vines. This can allow your garage to blend into your front yard.

Don’t hoard

Spring clean your garage regularly. This stops clutter from building up. Keep what you need and discard any unnecessary items.

Use old memorabilia

Keep memories alive by decorating your garage with old family items. Hang old items such as baby shoes, old bicycles, or toys on the walls.

Maximize space

Maximize the space in your garage by installing space-wise storage and shelving units. Design and place inexpensive shelves on each wall.

More Outdoor Ideas

Benches

Benches

Campers & RV's

Campers & RV's

Decks

Decks

Decor

Decor

Fireplace

Fireplace

Furniture

Furniture

Garden

Garden

Home Security

Home Security

Kitchen

Kitchen

Lights

Lights

Patios

Patios

Pest Repeller

Pest Repeller

Pools & Ponds

Pools & Ponds

Porches

Porches

Rugs

Rugs

Sheds

Sheds

Walkways & Paths

Walkways & Paths

Top DIY Garage Projects

Look around our top outdoor garage projects to get you started with your own.

Garage Conversion / Remodel - Studio Apartment Space

Garage Conversion / Remodel - Studio Apartment Space

I converted my single car garage which was being used as my shop space into a living studio space...

Victoria AllisonVictoria Allison
Garage Door Makeover

Garage Door Makeover

If you have read my previous posts, especially those that were outdoor project posts, you’ll know...

Pinspired to DIYPinspired to DIY
Negative Space Turns Into Positive Curb Appeal

Negative Space Turns Into Positive Curb Appeal

The garage doors on our back cottage were made of steel and windowless. I had an idea do how to...

Cathy CasciatoCathy Casciato
Garage Floor Metallic Coating

Garage Floor Metallic Coating

When Steph moved into her house, we knew we needed to redo the garage floor one day. It was half...

Mother Daughter ProjectsMother Daughter Projects
Garage Makeover - Before & After

Garage Makeover - Before & After

Over the last few weeks, my hubby, Mike has been working away on a side project. He’s talked about...

SabrinaSabrina
Garage & Workbench Makeover

Garage & Workbench Makeover

For this fall's One Room Challenge we decided to tackle our garage as it was by far the most...

Sypsie DesignsSypsie Designs
Mailbox Makeover

Mailbox Makeover

For three and a half years, Handan and I were the shameful owners of The Saddest Mailbox on the...

Handan & Greg @ The Navage PatchHandan & Greg @ The Navage Patch
We Converted Our Garage Into a Living Space

We Converted Our Garage Into a Living Space

We moved into our house in June 2008 and always dreamed of converting our garage into a living...

BrandiBrandi
Faux Windows in Garage Door

Faux Windows in Garage Door

Like many homeowners, Steph had those plastic decorative panels on the outside of her garage...

Mother Daughter ProjectsMother Daughter Projects
3 Ways to Add Curb Appeal to a Garage Door

3 Ways to Add Curb Appeal to a Garage Door

Sometimes the DIY projects you put off the longest can end up having the greatest impact and leaves...

Mother Daughter ProjectsMother Daughter Projects

DIY Garage Videos

Looking for helpful DIY garage video tutorials? Look no further!

Garage Door Makeover

Garage Door Makeover

I had never had a garage before moving into this little cottage of ours four years ago. Even still,...

Rob & Courtney M, Hometalk TeamRob & Courtney M, Hometalk Team
Creating a Faux Wood Garage Door

Creating a Faux Wood Garage Door

I am so excited to share this garage door makeover that seriously anyone can do! You can take your...

RhondaRhonda

Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Outdoor Garage Projects

Here are the best DIY outdoor garage projects on Hometalk today. Get inspired!

How to Paint a Rusty Garage Door

How to Paint a Rusty Garage Door

There’s nothing worse that rust spots on your garage doors. If you see rust spots on your garage...

Cheryl PhanCheryl Phan
Gorgeous DIY Stamped Concrete Tile Driveway For Less $, Much Less!

Gorgeous DIY Stamped Concrete Tile Driveway For Less $, Much Less!

It's a good thing that I enjoy working on home improvement stuff, because the updates at Mom and...

DIY Fun IdeasDIY Fun Ideas
Material of the Week: Rust-Oleum Garage Floor Kits

Material of the Week: Rust-Oleum Garage Floor Kits

The warmer weather is finally here (fingers crossed?), and now’s a perfect time to redo your garage...

Hometalk HighlightsHometalk Highlights
Garage Organization for a Family of 10

Garage Organization for a Family of 10

Most families have lots of stuff packed into their garage - kids toys, bikes, sports equipment;...

Garage Designs of St LouisGarage Designs of St Louis
Garage Ideas

Garage Ideas

An easy way to turn your garage into a breezy workshop or even playroom for the children! Or, want...

CHaPPCHaPP
Dead Tree Gets New Life

Dead Tree Gets New Life

My husband made this beautiful planter for me for Mother's Day!

Cathy Rayburn-TrobaughCathy Rayburn-Trobaugh

Popular Garage Discussions

Join the Hometalk discussion about DIY garages and let us know what you think.

Garage door windows........

SusieSusie

What is a tasteful and good looking way to cover up garage door...

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HOW to set a SEARS/Craftsman Garage Door Remote (139.53779) for a LIFTMASTER 1/2 HP Security + Garage Door Opener?

JimGJimG

I have a LIFTMASTER 1/2 HP Security+ Garage Door Opener in the house I...

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Should I paint my garage doors black?

Amy Anderson@ thesavvystagerinc.comAmy Anderson@ thesavvystagerinc.com

We are having our house painted this spring and I really want to paint...

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Should I paint my garage doors black?
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How can you keep garage door hinges from rusting

Cha28994221Cha28994221

My automatic garage door rolls up in sections with metal hinges but...

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Got an Outdoor Question?

Do you have an outdoor garage question? Need help? Ask away here!

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New Outdoor Garage Projects

New DIY garage ideas and projects here. Find the right one for you.

No mudroom? I created one in my garage!

No mudroom? I created one in my garage!

I wish we had a mudroom right off our garage but we don't so I decided to get creative and make my...

Lori SLori S
From dilapidated garage to the start of our English garden.

From dilapidated garage to the start of our English garden.

We carefully removed the 100 year old siding from the walls we tore down and used them to side the...

Linda PLinda P
Pretty Pet Parlor from Ugly Mugly Garage

Pretty Pet Parlor from Ugly Mugly Garage

I repurposed this uninspiring grooming garage for use as an inviting pet parlor with a colorful...

L. RisorL. Risor
Renewing Boring Garage Steps

Renewing Boring Garage Steps

After seeing my friends garage steps, I knew I had to do mine. I don't normally care what the garage...

Laurie @ House of 34Laurie @ House of 34
Easy DIY Garage Shelving!

Easy DIY Garage Shelving!

When trying to clean out my garage a while back, I needed a place to store not only my wood for...

The Inspired WorkshopThe Inspired Workshop
From a Lowly Pallet to the Ultimate Tool Storage Shelf!

From a Lowly Pallet to the Ultimate Tool Storage Shelf!

I desired some kind of shelf for my workshop tools, but wasn't really sure what to build. I mean,...

Funky Junk Interiors - DonnaFunky Junk Interiors - Donna

Browse Outdoor Garage Projects

Fixing Ceiling Joists DIY

Fixing Ceiling Joists DIY

We recently purchased a house. One of the things that I am ecstatic about completing now that we are...

Waylight CreationsWaylight Creations
Our Cottage face-lift.

Our Cottage face-lift.

When we purchased our little stone cottage there were lot's of things we loved.
However we knew it
...

Cynthia OCynthia O
Old Tool Box, Reinvented

Old Tool Box, Reinvented

I found this old tool box at a church rummage sale for $7.50. While I appreciated the rustic...

Kimm at Reinvented and RoadKill RescueKimm at Reinvented and RoadKill Rescue
Garage Organization: Get Your Space Optimized and De-cluttered

Garage Organization: Get Your Space Optimized and De-cluttered

Today I'm writing about a topic that's stickier than a 3 year old's fingers.
Answer this question:
...

Home Repair TutorHome Repair Tutor
Garage Designs of St Louis #Bestof2012

Garage Designs of St Louis #Bestof2012

Garage Designs of St Louis upgraded dozens of garages in 2012. Big thanks to our customers and to...

Garage Designs of St LouisGarage Designs of St Louis
Garage Trellis DIY

Garage Trellis DIY

My Climbing Jasmine needed a place to go! Check out the DIY trellis I made!

Lavee MarshyLavee Marshy
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