18 Hacks That'll Make Any Messy Garage a Thing of Beauty

Nathan Johnson Published 03/23/2015 in ftw

Tips to help you organize the mess in your man cave.

1.
Store small objects like screws and nails using old peanut butter jars screwed to the bottom of a shelf.
2.
Create an awesome DIY tape dispenser.
3.
Don't forget to label everything — it'll make things a lot easier.
4.
If you need a little extra space, give wire baskets a shot.
5.
Build a wooden bin to store those oddly-shaped, clunky items.
6.
Instead of putting that ladder against a wall (for it to fall over), hang it from the ceiling.
7.
Create extra-large shelves with this clever design.
8.
Put your cabinets on wheels so that you can change up your garage configuration whenever you want.
9.
Don't forget to look up - never underestimate the value of overhead storage.
10.
Use tin cans to save space and hold smaller objects.
11.
Use a paper towel holder to store large garbage bag rolls.
12.
And don't discount installing a trusty pegboard.
13.
You can always build your own cabinets, too.
14.
Never lose your drills bits, screws, or nails again when you use magnets to organize them.
15.
Divided containers are a great way to keep everything in the right place.
16.
Use bungie cords to store sports balls in a way that saves tons of space.
17.
Keep your gardening tools in order with pieces of PVC pipe.
18.
Use an old bucket as a way to wrap up a hose and store it on your wall.
19.
Make a custom bike rack that is guaranteed to save space.

1.
Store small objects like screws and nails using old peanut butter jars screwed to the bottom of a shelf.
2.
Create an awesome DIY tape dispenser.
3.
Don't forget to label everything — it'll make things a lot easier.
4.
If you need a little extra space, give wire baskets a shot.
5.
Build a wooden bin to store those oddly-shaped, clunky items.
6.
Instead of putting that ladder against a wall (for it to fall over), hang it from the ceiling.
7.
Create extra-large shelves with this clever design.
8.
Put your cabinets on wheels so that you can change up your garage configuration whenever you want.
9.
Don't forget to look up - never underestimate the value of overhead storage.
10.
Use tin cans to save space and hold smaller objects.
11.
Use a paper towel holder to store large garbage bag rolls.
12.
And don't discount installing a trusty pegboard.
13.
You can always build your own cabinets, too.
14.
Never lose your drills bits, screws, or nails again when you use magnets to organize them.
15.
Divided containers are a great way to keep everything in the right place.
16.
Use bungie cords to store sports balls in a way that saves tons of space.
17.
Keep your gardening tools in order with pieces of PVC pipe.
18.
Use an old bucket as a way to wrap up a hose and store it on your wall.
19.
Make a custom bike rack that is guaranteed to save space.