Get The Garage In Gear

            Most of us let the garage pile up with tools, junk, and whatever else won’t fit in the attic. We aren’t concerned about what it looks like because it’s not part of the house and no one will ever see the inside, right? If you can get your garage organized you might actually be able to put your car inside and protect it from the elements like your garage was meant for.

            Start by purchasing at least 10 large plastic tote boxes with lids and get to work sorting. Throw away anything that you haven’t used in the past year and can’t see using anytime soon.

            Shelving that attaches to the garage wall is fairly inexpensive and is great for small items that you don’t want to lose. You can organize small items into shoe box sized plastic containers and label them, too. Things like shovels, brooms and rakes can be hung on the wall with special clasps made just for such a purpose that you can find in your local hardware store.

            Give your garage a good sweeping and hosing and clear out the cobwebs; lay down some mats by the entrance to the door.

            Celebrate your nice clean garage by giving your car a good wash and wax, and keeping it that way for a long time by pulling it into the garage!