A garage is required for storing vehicles. But if it is properly equipped, it can also become a storage room for tools and equipment, a storeroom, or a workshop. In this article we will talk about how to arrange a garage so that it becomes a comfortable multifunctional room with a stylish masculine design.
The process of interior arrangement of a garage space should begin with the development of a garage layout. This is necessary in order to properly distribute the available space. The first step, of course, is to mark the location for the car. Then the location of the racks for storing all the necessary automotive equipment is determined. Any remaining space can be filled at your discretion.
At the same stage it is worth deciding on the color of the finish. It is better to make the walls light so that the garage does not seem too cramped. Besides, light shades interior will help smooth out the shortcomings of the technical room. Against the background of light surfaces, shelves with tools and spare parts will look less cluttered.
Finishing materials
After drawing up a simple project, you need to decide on finishing materials for the walls, floor and ceiling. In this case, first of all, the technical characteristics of various finishing options are taken into account. But aesthetics are also taken into account, since the design of the garage is not the least important in its arrangement.
Main requirements for materials for interior decoration garage:
- non-flammability;
- non-toxic;
- resistance to mechanical stress;
- resistance to impact chemical substances;
- resistance to pollution;
- ease of care.
Plaster
The most economical option for wall finishing is plastering. Well-applied plaster will last for many years. The main advantage of this option is absolute fire safety. The disadvantages include the length of the plastering process and the need to involve qualified specialists in the process.
Dye
Walls to be painted need to be primed and puttied. The result should be Smooth surface with good adhesion. Facade water-based paints are often used for interior decoration of garages. They are not affected by moisture and are highly resistant to abrasion.
Acrylic paints are often used, which are suitable for working with any substrate. This paint can be used to cover a plastered wall, a wall made of brick or, for example, concrete. This is the most economical painting option for garage walls.
Experts recommend painting brick walls with façade paints. deep penetration. They fill pores evenly ceramic wall And concrete seams. The result is a reliable protective and decorative coating.
If the wall is concrete, it is better to decorate it acrylic paint based on organic resins. In this case, the room will not lose its ability to self-ventilate, and there will always be optimal level humidity.
Tile
Ceramic tiles are used for wall cladding in any rooms with high humidity and temperature changes. This is a reliable and durable material, easy to clean and does not require complex maintenance. However, tiled finishing is rarely used in garage decoration due to its rather high cost.
Lining
The garage can be finished with wooden or plastic lining. Wooden is highly flammable, but despite this, many car enthusiasts choose this cladding option for their garages. Aesthetic appeal plays a huge role here. wood panels, which make the technical room more comfortable for a long stay.
In addition to aesthetics, wooden lining is easy to use. You can easily hang a shelf or hanger on it. Therefore, the number of garages decorated in this way is not decreasing. It’s good that currently the risk of fire of wooden lining in the garage can (and should) be reduced with the help of special impregnations.
Plastic panels, despite the fact that they are mounted in the same way as wooden ones, represent a fundamentally different finishing option. Plastic is a much less flammable material. But it has another significant drawback - it is very fragile. In a garage with this finish, you cannot rely on wall-mounted equipment; all shelving should be floor-mounted only. Besides plastic lining very easy to damage mechanically.
Siding
The siding is mounted on the sheathing, just like the lining. For interior decoration of the garage, plastic or metal siding. Metal is better in several respects - it is fireproof, immune to aggressive cleaning compounds, resistant to temperature changes and quite durable.
The functions of finishing the garage inside are design and wall protection. Choosing a material option interior design you need to remember that it must be durable, reliable and aesthetically pleasing.
Ceiling finishing
The ceiling is often finished with the same material as the walls. It can be painted, covered with plaster, covered with siding or clapboard. Or you can use another type of material and make a ceiling from plasterboard or corrugated sheet.
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Flooring
The garage floor carries a huge load. In addition to the vehicle itself, it must be able to withstand heavy equipment. At the same time, during the repair work, the floor is subjected to serious mechanical stress. Therefore, very high demands are placed on floor coverings.
Concrete
The most widely used option is pouring concrete. For concrete screed High-strength concrete is used. Often the screed becomes the basis for laying one or another decorative material. But in a technical garage, a simple concrete floor looks quite logical.
Tree
Wood floors can be installed in a garage as a temporary, economical covering. Wood is not highly resistant to abrasion, so it quickly loses its original characteristics. Wooden boards Not only do they deform under the weight of the car and heavy equipment, but they also absorb all kinds of automotive fluids, which are often spilled in the garage. But in a small garage that is not intended for renovation work, a wooden floor can last quite a long time - about 5 years.
Self-leveling floor
Self-leveling floor cement based has characteristics similar to those of concrete screed. But bulk mixtures more moisture resistant than concrete, and they do not absorb dirt. They are generally very attractive in their own way. technical indicators. The disadvantage is the high cost of this coating option. The self-leveling floor looks like wet concrete, and car owners who are annoyed by the glossy shine of the floor cover it with additional decorative material.
Porcelain tiles
The garage floor can be laid with special technical ceramics with increased strength and an anti-slip surface. This option is quite practical. At the same time, it provides attractive design room, as it exists in different color options. But the ceramic coating can crack and split, and the seams between the tiles absorb fuel and lubricants.
The choice of flooring is made taking into account many factors, such as the size of the budget allocated for the arrangement of the garage, the amount of work that will be performed in the garage, the aesthetic preferences of the car owner, etc. Experts recommend the use of self-leveling materials, since they are more suitable than others for the operational features garage space.
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Gates
The gates perform a special function in the garage. Must select best option a gate that will fully meet the technical and aesthetic requirements of the owner.
Swing
The simplest type of design garage doors. Swing fabrics are made from durable metal and reinforced with a reliable frame. A doorway is usually made in one of the doors so that you can enter or exit the garage without opening the gate completely.
Recoil
The recoil mechanism is very convenient. With it, the door leaf moves to the side along the fence or wall of the building adjacent to the garage. This option is usually used when arranging garage buildings located at the entrance to the site.
Lifting
They are single-leaf structures that rise up to the garage ceiling. A good option for small garage spaces. But the lifting line of such gates must be taken into account when thinking about arranging the inside of the garage so that they do not touch the lamps or ceiling trim.
Sectional
They work on the lifting principle, but when opened they are divided into sections and folded under the ceiling. They move along guides using a spring mechanism.
Roller blinds
Convenient and inexpensive option gates that are in open position folded into a box above the opening. Roller shutters are installed in those garages that are located in a protected area, since this type The gate is easy to break into.
Ventilation
Must have in the garage good system ventilated. Otherwise, unpleasant car odors will accumulate in it. The simplest and most rational way to arrange ventilation is to make two ventilation holes on both sides of the entrance gate at a low height, and two more on the opposite wall high under the ceiling.
Lighting
Artificial lighting must provide sufficient light for repair work. The working area of the room should be especially well lit. Modern design ideas for a garage, it is assumed that there is multi-level lighting, including an overhead light, a side light, and a set of portable lighting fixtures.
Storage system
In the garage you need to store many items that are used to care for your car. All this equipment should be arranged so that the room is kept in order and so that nothing threatens the safety of the car and people in the garage.
The best option for organizing storage of garage accessories is to install special ready-made racks. Today you can purchase racks of various sizes and configurations. The main thing is to first think about what exactly the storage system should be in terms of size and number of shelves.
Instead of shelving, you can make a storage system from a set of shelves mounted on the wall. This option is only suitable for garages with reliable, solid walls with appropriate finishing. When installing shelves or racks, you must remember that there must be a distance of at least 1 meter from them to the car.
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Shelves and racks in the garage interior
You can expand your storage system perforated panels. Such garage equipment consists of wall panels with hooks and fastenings for tools, work clothes, hoses, ropes and much more. If you attach the panel to a reliable bracket, it will become great solution for storing tires, wheels and bicycles.
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Perforated panel for garage
Inspection hole
The inspection hole does not have to be in the garage. If a car owner prefers to inspect and repair his car himself, he can use an overpass installed on the street for this. If you decide to make a viewing hole, you need to take into account several important conditions:
- the floor and walls of the pit must be concreted;
- its edges need to be reinforced with metal corners;
- for a convenient arrangement of tools, it is advisable to arrange niche-shelves in the walls of the pit;
- the walls of the pit should be insulated using polystyrene foam boards;
- the pit must be covered with a lid, the top edge of which must be level with the floor;
- to collect water that gets into the hole, make a drainage hole in its corner and cover it with a grate;
- lamps must be installed in the pit.
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Options for inspection pits in garages
Conclusion
Like any technical room, the garage must be equipped in accordance with all standards and requirements. At the same time, it may well be interesting and attractive in design.
Setting up a garage is an important undertaking for any driver. This room is used for car parking and repair work. Also, quite often the building is used to store tools, garden supplies and other items that do not fit in a residential building. This can cause confusion and inconvenience. To make the room as functional and comfortable as possible, you should properly arrange the garage with your own hands.
Primary requirements
It is necessary that the structure be erected in compliance with all fire safety rules. Arrangement of the garage inside without taking into account existing standards can cause emergency situations.
Free access to equipment and working tools must be organized. To prevent the vehicle from freezing even at very low temperatures, it is worth installing equipment to quickly warm up the room. The inside of the building should always be dry and warm.
Finishing
The first thing you need to do is purchase materials for finishing the garage. The main requirement for raw materials is its practicality. The finish should be non-marking, easy to clean and attractive from an aesthetic point of view. When choosing materials, you need to pay attention to them:
- non-flammability;
- immunity to chemical environments;
- resistance to mechanical damage;
- wear resistance and durability;
- environmental safety.
When treating walls in a garage, you can use:
- plaster;
- lining;
- ceramic tiles.
One of the most common and cost-effective ways to level walls is to use plaster. We must not forget about the need to apply a top coat facade paint, which will avoid cracking and shedding of the surface. 
For the northern regions of the country, the use of lining is perfect. This is due to the fact that between it and the profiles there is space for thermal insulation material. The disadvantages of the raw material include its not very high strength.
When thinking about how to equip a garage, you can consider an option such as using ceramic tiles. The advantages of this material include:
- fire safety;
- ease of care;
- high strength and durability.
However, this is a rather expensive option. Due to the large weight of the material, it is initially necessary to calculate the strength of the walls of the building. 
Room layout
Many motorists are interested in the question of where to start arranging a garage? When drawing up a building plan, it is necessary to conditionally divide it into the following zones:
- area for personal transport;
- work area;
- free zone.
The area reserved for the car, and small area around it should remain free. The next thing to do is decide on the number of working tools that will be stored in the garage. For convenience, it is worth placing items as they are used. 
If the room has a basement, it is worth equipping it with racks or shelves. This will make it possible to get additional space for storing tools and other automotive paraphernalia.
Ventilation
Having started a garage renovation with your own hands, photos of which will help you understand all the intricacies of the planned task, you need to know that
ventilation system necessary to avoid high humidity and dustiness in the room, as well as get rid of unpleasant odors. Ventilation holes should be made on both sides of the gate at a low height, as well as on the opposite wall under the ceiling. The holes are usually covered with gratings. 
Lighting
When decorating the garage equipment inside, it is necessary to resolve the issue of its consecration. One of the best options is to install a window that will allow daylight to enter the room. Artificial consecration is usually divided into three zones: above the work area, general and portable. 
Drainage system
When making garage equipment with your own hands, you need to install a drain. Installing a gutter will prevent water from running down the walls of the structure. To install a sink, you need to connect a water pipe or hose to the garage. It is important to properly organize the disposal of used water sewer system.
Inspection hole
When arranging a garage with your own hands, the driver should remember that the presence inspection hole not necessary if an overpass located on the street is most often used. If it is necessary to arrange it, you need to know that the walls and floor of the pit should be concreted. Iron corners are used to strengthen the edges. To make repair work easier, niches can be installed in the walls in which tools will be stored. 
The inspection hole should be insulated. To do this, polystyrene foam is attached to its walls using special glue. The hole must be closed. The top edge of the cover should be flush with the floor.
A drainage hole is placed in the corner of the inspection hole; water that falls down is collected in it. The recess should not be too small so that water can be scooped out of it. The hole should be covered with a grill. A lamp or portable lamp is used to illuminate the inspection pit.
Shelving
To always have order in the garage, you need to properly organize the storage system. Plays an important role right choice shelving. On the modern market you can find a wide range of metal and plastic structures of this type. Racks are great for storing tools, vehicle accessories, gardening tools. When purchasing them, you should pay attention to the size of the structure. Also an important indicator is the distance between the shelves; it is better if it can be adjusted. This will allow you to store things various sizes. So that the racks occupy as much space as possible less space, it is worth placing them around the perimeter of the walls. 
Shelves
Those who are interested in the question of how to arrange the inside of a garage with their own hands should think about installing shelves. This is a good alternative to shelving, given that you can make them yourself. Before installing shelves, you need to check the strength of the walls. If you find any irregularities, you should treat them with plaster. For ease of use, the shelves should not be too high. But in order to save space, you can place several pieces near the ceiling and store on them items that are not used very often. The distance from the shelves to the car must be at least one meter. 
For tools, it is worth purchasing or making special shelves equipped with holes for screwdrivers, hammer drills, etc. Some may be attracted by the option with closed shelves assembled from unnecessary hanging cabinets.
Perforated plates
Perforated plates equipped with holders of various lengths are very popular today. The device is well suited for storing stepladders, helmets, garden tools etc. By equipping the slabs with hooks, you can set aside space for:
- ropes;
- hoses;
- work clothes, etc.
When installed with durable brackets, the plates can be used to store wheels or bicycles. 
Suitable furniture
When you take on the task of arranging the inside of the garage with your own hands, a photo of which can be found on the Internet, you need to choose the right furniture. Modern models differ in functionality and practicality. Metal furniture Doesn't take up much space for a garage. Most often, the room in question is equipped with wardrobes and chests of drawers. When placing a workshop in the garage, it is worth purchasing a worktop. It is most convenient to place furniture in the farthest corner. 
Equipment
Simple tasks such as changing a wheel can be carried out using simple tools and a jack. To carry out larger-scale work, the driver needs to acquire some professional equipment.
Garage workbench
Most often, this device is assembled from wood. The work area is equipped metal sheet allowing to extend the service life of the structure. Two- or three-level workbenches are considered to be the most practical, since they serve to accommodate more items. 
Welding machine
When looking through ideas for a garage, it is important not to forget about purchasing a welding machine. For personal use, a simple carbon dioxide model that uses wire is perfect for the driver. Or you can purchase a device with tungsten electrodes for working in shielding gas. 
Water-oil separator
The device is used to clean the air from vapors, oil and water droplets and other elements. The device is indispensable when painting a vehicle. With its help, you can achieve extremely uniform application of paint on the surface of the car.
Compressor
The device is necessary for preparatory work and car painting. The device simplifies many garage activities: cleaning working tools, inflating wheels, etc. Most often, drivers prefer piston or diaphragm compressors. 
Entrance to the garage
When considering various ideas for a garage with your own hands, you need to organize the correct entrance for vehicles. The main guideline in this matter is the floor level. If it is higher than the ground, it is customary to install a concrete blind area. When flooring lower than ground level, it is worth registering drainage system, with the help of which moisture will be removed. 
Most often, when arranging the entrance to a garage, a floor is created whose slope is 15-20?. The design of this plan is convenient, safe and practical.
Garage interior
When thinking about how to equip a garage with your own hands, you should not forget about the interior of this room. The right finish and harmoniously selected colors will help transform appearance premises. 
Maintaining order
Order in the garage is an important issue that worries owners of personal vehicles. On shelves where work clutter cannot be avoided, it is worth installing screens. This will help make the garage visually tidier.
It is worth making holes on shelves and racks for sweeping away debris. In this way, ventilation can be achieved wooden installations and reduce the risk of corrosion on things located on these structures. 
Garage flooring should be durable and easy to maintain. By arranging it on a slight slope, you can ensure that cleaning the room becomes as easy and quick as possible. When watering the surface with a hose, you just have to wait until dirty water It won’t drain onto the street on its own.
A garage space can become not only great place for car storage. A cellar and inspection hole are made in the garage. And many experienced car enthusiasts have at least small area for work. Even if a workbench is installed and there are shelves, we can already say that workplace equipped in the garage.
Today we will find out how to do everything as practically and rationally as possible, how to use every centimeter of space with the greatest efficiency. Let's find out what you need for a comfortable, functional workspace in the garage. Let's look at all the important points and lots of useful tips.
First of all, it is important to take care of increasing usable area garage. You will need to remove everything unnecessary, and also review the basic rules for storing things. For example, something will have to be removed completely, something will have to be moved to the cellar, and some items will have to be grouped and arranged correctly, freeing up additional space.
Here's what experienced garage workers advise: be bold when throwing away unnecessary things. If you do not use these items for a long time, they will not be useful to you in an important matter, for example, in car repair, you should probably get rid of these things. After all, they can lie like that for years, and you won’t even touch them. It is better to immediately remove such “dead weight”. Moreover, in the garage there is always a shortage of space.
We are renovating the garage
If you have already thrown away all the things that are not actively used and are not of particular value, and have thoroughly cleaned, it’s time to start repair work.
Please note: the garage needs to be repaired every year. If there are no serious problems, no need major renovation, cosmetic procedures must be carried out in any case. This way you will make your garage cleaner, more comfortable, and will also significantly extend its service life.
It is imperative that you especially diligently repair the walls of the building. With a thorough inspection, you will be able to identify even minor cracks, chips, and gaps formed between the ceiling and the walls. Each defect must be corrected to ensure structural integrity, adequate waterproofing and thermal insulation. Try to do everything efficiently, and not just mask defects. Everything should become airtight and reliable.
We insulate the garage
Of course, in order for yours to function adequately at any time of the year, regardless of the weather and air temperature, you will definitely need high-quality insulation. There are now quite a lot of materials for thermal insulation. You can choose the best option, taking into account the planned renovation budget, as well as the personal wishes of the garage owner. Car enthusiasts quite often choose foam plastic as the main insulation for walls. It is also necessary to insulate the garage roof and floor. Let's consider all the important points.
We insulate the walls in the garage
Let us briefly dwell on the most essential information. You will need special glue or fasteners for reliable installation, as well as the foam board itself.
- Take a more responsible approach to choosing foam. You need dense material with good technical characteristics. For example, polystyrene foam 10 cm thick is suitable. You can make insulation in two layers.
- Reliability of installation will play a huge role. It is necessary to glue the slabs to the walls carefully, ensuring high quality clutch. There is no need to save on the adhesive composition, since the final result of the work will largely depend on this. Try to minimize cold bridges.
- The protection of the insulating layer is of great importance. Polystyrene foam itself will not be able to cope with mechanical stress, as well as temperature changes and wind loads. It is necessary to protect the foam from all negative factors using a layer of plaster. The best decision– install on the insulating layer plastic mesh. It is this that will become a reliable base for plaster. You can also pre-prime the surface.
- When provided, it is worth thinking about the top layer. It is at the top end that additional protection is needed. A good option is to make special canopies to ensure tight connections.
If you do everything correctly, your workspace in the garage will be comfortable at any time of the year, even in the cold. Without high-quality insulation, even good heaters will not solve the problem. Therefore, thermal insulation is necessary.
Roof insulation
The roof must be insulated outside and inside. Of course, you need to ensure good sealing and waterproofing. Then the insulating layer will perform its functions well.
Let's dwell on the most significant features of the work.
Select high-quality materials for arranging the internal insulating layer. Polystyrene foam and mineral wool are suitable. The materials are attached to the slabs onto a frame structure. A layer of waterproofing is required. Then they make the usual “layer cake” from insulation material, films and external cladding.
When the roof has a standard structure, it is especially convenient to insulate it from the outside. First you will need to secure the polystyrene foam boards to the roof. Then you need to plaster it, wait completely dry. Then a layer of roofing material is rolled up. This is extremely important to ensure reliable waterproofing, otherwise the thermal insulation layer will begin to quickly collapse. During the work, you can also make end protection of the walls of the building using roofing felt and plaster.
Floor insulation
The garage floor also needs your attention. It is advisable to take thermal insulation measures during the construction of the garage. If this has not been done, you should think about installing a new insulating layer on the floor. As materials, you can use foam boards or spray polyurethane foam. Remember that insulation must be combined with waterproofing.
Insulating garage doors
Garage doors often become quite a vulnerable spot. It is on them that many cold bridges are formed, and even ice may appear. It is important to monitor the quality of the gate insulation. Here are some interesting points.
- When the gate is made on a frame with many ribs, you don’t even need to make a special sheathing. In other cases, it is necessary to additionally install the sheathing. A mesh made of wood is suitable, metal corner. Of course, the insulating material can already be securely fastened to the sheathing.
- You don't even have to remove the gate structure from its hinges. It is quite possible to carry out all the thermal insulation work “on weight”.
- Once you've done the sheathing, it's time to attach the insulation. Mineral wool attached to an adhesive composition. The foam can simply be pressed into the mesh, since then it will still be produced finishing surfaces.
If the main work is completed, you can sheathe the gate. The material is needed with waterproofing properties.
Cosmetic repairs in the garage
Undoubtedly, redecorating It is also needed in the garage. The space can be made comfortable, cozy, pleasing to the eye. When a workshop is set up in a garage, the car enthusiast plans to stay there for quite a long time. And it is important to create a good atmosphere, to make the garage comfortable.
A good solution is to use practical materials. It is good to combine functionality and aesthetics. For example, having made the walls washable, it is quite possible to choose pleasant bright hues. The garage will immediately become lighter and more spacious visually, because it is in this room that traditionally there is a lack of space and light. Don’t waste time on cosmetic repairs: with its help you can literally turn your garage into a second home, comfortable and cozy.
The most important thing in arranging a workplace in the garage
To ensure that your workspace in the garage is truly functional, comfortable and practical, it is important to carefully consider its arrangement.
- Make your garage space overall comfortable. Take care of insulation, good ventilation and waterproofing.
- Think in advance about what types of work and repairs you will be doing in the garage. Make a clear plan for your workplace, write a list necessary tools. Only after this do you start organizing storage systems and directly setting up a workshop in your garage.
- Remember that the workplace should be functional and comfortable. The main thing is that you always find everything you need easily and quickly. Parts and tools, accessories, electronics - everything needs to be kept at hand, in free access.
It is these moments that experienced garage workers advise you to pay attention to.
Garage storage systems
The proper placement of numerous storage systems in the garage plays a huge role. Everyone knows that it is shelves and cabinets that “eat up” the main space in a room, which is not very large anyway. Seasonal tires, large equipment, and bicycles are also stored in the garage. In addition, there are also many different little things that are difficult to find if necessary. Let's find out how best to arrange everything.
If you use space rationally, your garage will seem quite spacious and roomy.
Lighting and ventilation in the garage
A workplace in a garage will be comfortable only with normal ventilation and good lighting. Be sure to take care of this. Ventilation is needed to eliminate harmful compounds and chemical fumes. The air is fresh and the garage is safe if the ventilation system works well. In addition, only ventilation prevents condensation from forming. 
It is advisable to do ventilation holes on both sides of the gate. They should be located at a low height. Remember that the openings must be covered with fine bars to prevent pests from entering the garage through them. Air ducts are also made on the opposite wall, but already high, almost under the ceiling. This way you will ensure natural ventilation with outflow and inflow of air.
Lighting also deserves special attention. Can provide a certain level natural light. To do this, they simply make a window. This option is quite economical and requires virtually no investment. Artificial lighting is also necessary so that the workplace in the garage can always function. They use portable lighting devices, but it is better to electrical wiring. Make the lighting directional, in certain areas. It's more practical.
Arrangement of an inspection pit in the garage
pay attention to whole line important points, when you need to equip a viewing hole.
- It is better to additionally strengthen the edges of the inspection hole with a metal corner.
- It is advisable to make the walls and bottom of the inspection pit concrete.
- If you do not use the inspection hole, it is better to cover it. Very good modern solution- use a shutter role that will easily and simply cover the pit.
- Make a drainage hole at the bottom of the inspection hole. To do this, the floor should have a slight slope towards the corners. Consider how you will scoop water out of the hole. To avoid getting your foot in it, cover the hole with a grill.
- The pit also needs good lighting. Someone does the wiring, but you can get by with portable stand-alone lights, or even a couple of large flashlights.
Special niches for storage are installed in the walls the right tools and details.
Video: learning how to make a carpentry workshop in the garage
Do you want to have a small but quite professional carpentry workshop in your garage? You will learn a lot of useful things from the following video. Experienced garage workers will tell you how to properly arrange a workplace and place tools.
There is another informative video. In it, experts tell you how to make the most of space in your garage. It turns out that it is quite possible to make them useful, very roomy and comfortable. They will take up little space, but will be very easy to find everything you need.
If we take a closer look at the algorithms, step by step instructions, study the video and remember the recommendations, you can make a very comfortable, functional and practical workplace in your garage. Car enthusiasts succeed in this, even despite the lack of space. Everything can be arranged compactly and rationally.
Most car owners spend at least two hours every day caring for their car, and even more on weekends. If we talk about something major, for example, engine repair, then we can talk about several days. For this reason, it is extremely important that the garage environment is as comfortable as possible for work.
Setting up a garage is not as easy as it seems, because in addition to spare parts and tools, it usually stores everything that does not fit in the apartment. Moreover, any repair is pollution, which sooner or later turns the garage into a very unattractive place. In short, even during construction, you need to think about how the garage will look in the future, how best to combine a workshop and a miniature warehouse in it.
First you need to decide on the main tasks. First of all, the garage should always be clean, so for finishing you need to use non-staining and easy to clean materials. It is also necessary to draw up in advance a diagram of the location of tools and equipment, that is, determine where the racks, shelves, workbench, etc. will be located.
Stage 1. Interior decoration
In this regard, to finishing materials there are a number of requirements. Materials must be:
- non-flammable;
- resistant to mechanical damage;
- able to withstand exposure to aggressive chemical environments;
- resistant to stains.
Moreover, they should be easy to clean and not absorb odors. Obviously, not all materials have such qualities. Those that do have them include plaster, lining and ceramic tiles. Each option has its own strengths and weaknesses, let's get acquainted with them.
1. Plaster
An ideal option if you want to hide uneven walls. Plaster will effectively hide all existing defects and improve the interior of the garage.
Note! The plaster must be covered with a layer of facade paint, otherwise the surface will begin to crack and crumble.
2. Lining
Lining is used mainly in the northern regions of the country, since it is very convenient to place thermal insulation material between it and the profiles. In this case, it is better to use a facade profile made of polyvinyl chloride - it is fireproof and waterproof.
The only drawback of the lining is its low strength - after a strong impact, the panels are deformed and need to be replaced.
A more labor-intensive and expensive option. Requires preliminary calculation the strength of the walls, because the tiles weigh quite a lot.
At the same time, ceramics do not burn, are easy to clean and are highly durable. If the garage will be sold in ten years, then it is better to decorate it with ceramics. Expensive, of course, but for a long time.
Stage 2. Inspection hole
To repair a machine, it is advisable to equip an inspection hole. Even the most minor breakdown becomes a serious test if it is impossible to reach it without an inspection hole. In such cases, you have to go to a service station and pay a considerable amount for repairs.
In a word, the arrangement of the inspection pit will soon pay off. Below is the sequence of actions.
Step 1. First, the dimensions of the future pit are determined and markings are made. In this case, you need to maintain a balance - firstly, the pit should be spacious enough, and secondly, its width should be such that no problems arise when entering the garage.
The required width is 0.7 m; it will allow you to feel comfortable when carrying out repairs and at the same time leave enough space for parking maneuvers.
Note! When marking, you need to leave a margin of approximately 20-25 cm for the wall thickness.
Regarding the depth, it depends on your own height, but again it is better to make it a little deeper than required - it is much easier to equip additional flooring than to redo the floor when deepening it.
Step 2. Once the marking is completed, you can begin excavation work. The most difficult thing is to dig a hole, because you will have to remove more than 9 cubic meters of soil.
Step 3. The floor is leveled and covered with a 25-centimeter “cushion” of crushed stone. It is noted where the niches for the tools will be located.
Step 4. The walls can be poured with concrete or lined with brick. Concrete is more reliable, so it will be considered.
First, the floor is poured; a thickness of 7-8 cm will be quite enough. For reliability, you can pre-lay the reinforcement. Next is being built wooden formwork, which will be gradually filled with mortar in tiers of 40 cm. The upper edge is reinforced with a metal structure, and lamps are installed.
Note! It is advisable to cover the concrete floor with a wooden ladder, because it will be much more pleasant to work on such a surface.
Stage 3. Shelving
For ease of use, each tool should have its own place. Shelves and racks can be purchased already at finished form, but they are quite expensive, and do not always meet the needs of the car owner. Therefore, it is better to make the rack yourself. It seems difficult, but only at first.
Step 1. First, the dimensions are marked. Most “store” racks are equipped with shelves 1 m wide. This is not enough for spare parts, so the width needs to be made larger.
You also need to leave a gap of at least 20 cm from the floor so that there are no difficulties with cleaning the floor. It is advisable to perforate all shelves - this will give two advantages at once:
Step 2. Used to make a rack metal carcass from a profiled pipe or corner 30x30. The parts are welded or bolted together, then the shelves are cut out. Usually they take boards for this, but the best option would be moisture-resistant plywood - it costs more, but will last a long time.
Stage 4. Shelves
Like shelving, it is better to make shelves yourself.
Step 1. First, the number of shelves, their sizes and installation locations are determined.
Step 2. In accordance with the calculations, everything necessary is prepared:
Step 3. Using the mounting level, the mounting points are determined. Next, holes are made and dowels are driven into them.
Note! For secure fastening, it is advisable to use dowels with hooks.
Step 4. With a certain step (in accordance with the holes made earlier), hangers with eyes are fixed on the shelf. They can be nailed with regular nails. Assembled shelves hung on dowels.
It is worth remembering that hanging shelves should not be too long, otherwise they will break under the weight.
Stage 5. Garage workbench
The most convenient for the garage will be a workbench that combines shelving and work surface. This way, the tools will always be at hand, which will significantly reduce the time spent searching for one or another of them.
To make a workbench, a metal frame is assembled on which it is installed wooden table top with shelves. The tabletop is covered with sheet steel so as not to damage the structure during operation.
The workbench must be equipped with several sockets for electric tools and also install the lamp daylight, having equipped iron brackets for this.
Video – Garage workbench
Stage 6. Garage cellar
Often garages are equipped with cellars in which preservation is stored. This point, as well as the inspection hole, needs to be thought out in advance.
Step 1. First, the old flooring is removed, after which all pieces are removed, and the garage is cleared for digging a pit.
Step 2. Next are carried out excavation. In this case, special attention should be paid to the type of soil, because if the soil is sandy, then careless digging may cause the walls of the room to collapse. That is why it is advisable to use a variety of supports made of wood and metal.
If the soil is clayey, then there is nothing to fear, because it can withstand any load.
Step 3. The bottom is filled with crushed stone and carefully compacted. Next, the reinforcement is installed and the floor is filled with concrete.
Step 4. The walls are built from bricks.
Step 5. The cellar is covered with a reinforced concrete slab, after which waterproofing is laid - bitumen or roofing felt. For insulation, you can use any thermal insulation material.
Note! The cellar can be equipped even if the level of the passage groundwater high enough. To do this, a metal tank is welded throughout the pit. When the water level rises, the tank will rise, and in the summer it will simply lie at the bottom.
Step 6. All that remains is to take care of the ventilation of the cellar. To do this, above the ground level are displayed steel pipes(2 pcs.), preferably on opposite walls of the structure. The supply pipe is located below, and the exhaust pipe, accordingly, is located under the ceiling. Both pipes must be the same diameter.
A few words about ventilation in the garage
Such ventilation, it would seem, is not needed, but without it a lot of dust will accumulate in the garage, which negatively affects not only the body, but also the internal parts car. Yes, and exhaust gases are harmful to the body.
The simplest and affordable option– natural ventilation. Two openings are equipped for it (the same as for the cellar). For maximum efficiency The supply and exhaust pipes must be installed diagonally, opposite each other.
Video - Examples of arranging a garage
Results
It is possible to arrange a garage yourself, although it will require a lot of effort and time. But the result will more than pay for all the costs, because in the end you will get not only a car box, but also a miniature workshop. The garage will become a place for relaxation or bold experiments with the car.
Read the article on our website - do-it-yourself press for the garage.
A garage is a second home for car enthusiasts. This building serves not only to shelter the car in bad weather, but also as a place to store all kinds of tools; it is often a “mini-workshop” for the owner, where almost any repair can be done. Each owner arranges his garage to suit himself. Some people do not take the equipment of the room very seriously, and it begins to bring more problems than good. But still, most car enthusiasts try to adhere to certain requirements that are important to fulfill for more convenient maintenance of their car. So, arranging a garage with your own hands requires meeting certain requirements.
Primary requirements
Arranging a space for a garage means that it will be warm and dry enough.
Your car should not freeze even in very severe frosts. If possible, you can provide a system for quickly warming up the garage.
It is very important to reliably protect the premises from unauthorized entry. When setting up your garage, remember that access to tools or equipment that will be located in the garage should be as convenient and simple as possible. Therefore, it is better to think in advance about the location of storage areas.
In general, these are only the very minimum requirements that it is advisable to take into account for your own comfort. You can also, if you wish, supplement and equip your garage with additional means for repairing and servicing your car. A workbench with tools and an inspection pit can be an excellent addition to the equipment of the room.
How to install racks and shelves
For the most comfortable arrangement of a garage, quite a lot of space is required, and this is often a problem. Storage of work tools and equipment also takes up quite a lot of space. Therefore, when independent arrangement In the garage, try to accommodate as much space as possible for shelves or cabinets, but so that they do not interfere with free movement around the room. Shelves can be hung anywhere where you won’t catch or hit them, above tables, windows, shelving, and so on.
The distance to the car when hanging shelves on each side should be at least 1 meter.
Quite often it is convenient to equip the wall that is furthest from the gate for a variety of shelves and equipment. This is where the main working tools, compressor, workbench, etc. are located. Everything is at hand and does not interfere with moving around the room.
Plenty of shelving in the garage is a big plus, but it's also worth considering a small closet to hang work clothes and put away some rags.
How to properly arrange a viewing hole
The question of the presence or absence of an inspection hole is quite individual. First, you need to decide how high the need for arranging such a pit is. There is no point in equipping it if you often use the overpass on the street.
If you decide that you need such a pit, then you must take into account that the walls and bottom must be concrete. The edges of the pit must be reinforced with iron corners. It is also worth considering what and how you will cover the inspection hole when not in use.
A drainage hole is needed in the corner of the pit; all the water that accidentally falls down will be collected in it. The hole must be made of such a size that it is convenient to scoop out the accumulated water. To avoid accidentally stepping into a hole while repairing a car, it must be covered with a grill.
In the pit you can place small equipment that may be useful for repairs; you can prudently make niches in the walls so that it is convenient to put the tools you are using. Also take care of lighting the inspection hole, install a lamp or arrange a place for a portable lamp.
Necessary equipment
For routine wheel changes or disc replacement, carrying out the most ordinary work Under the hood of the car, a standard set of tools and a jack are enough. But to perform more complex work, special equipment is needed.
Crafting table
To make a workbench, it is best to use wood and metal. It is best to cover the working area with a piece of metal, protecting the wood from rapid wear. It is better to make a workbench in two or three levels in order to arrange as many necessary things as possible.
For ordinary body repairs, you will only need a welding machine with either tungsten electrodes, which are in a protective gas environment, or a carbon dioxide machine, which welds metal with wire.
Such a device is used to purify the air from vapors, drops of oil, water and other small particles that may be present in it. This is very convenient device, used when painting cars, and promotes uniform distribution of paint over the metal.
Washing
Of course, we are not talking about professional washing. And just about one that everyone can equip in their garage. To do this, you will simply need to connect a hose or pipe to supply water to the garage and drain it into the sewer. However, remember that electrical wiring and lighting will need more careful protection.
High-quality ventilation and lighting
It is very important to create in the garage high-quality ventilation, it will not only rid the room of unpleasant and harmful odors, but also protect it from the formation of dampness and excessive dust.
Ventilation holes are usually made on both sides of the gate at a low height and covered with grilles. The same holes are made on the opposite wall, but already under the ceiling.
Of course, the most better lighting– this is natural, so if possible, you should think about having a window. If this is not possible, then make several lighting zones: above the work area, general and portable, which can be used to illuminate the most necessary things.
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An example of arranging a garage inside can be seen below:
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Also, to equip your garage, you will need to buy metal cabinets for tools, shelving, workbenches and other garage equipment that will fit into the interior of the garage.
