I was tired of paying rent for a storage unit and I wanted to get my garage in order, so I decided it was time to make some shelving. At first I thought about purchasing them, but after calculating how much they would cost, I got the idea to make them myself.

Shelving design

In between working on two projects, I tried my best to think through the most functional design. About two weeks later I had an idea. I started by measuring the garage, calculating how many shelves I needed and how to divide the space between them. My garage is 5.5m long, but given local lumber size standards, the decision was made to make a 5m rack. The distance from floor to ceiling was 2.75 m. The closest board length to this size was 2.45 m. Naturally, I did not want to leave a 30 cm gap between top part shelving and ceiling, so I will use a 3-meter board, cutting it to the required length. While deciding on the height of the shelves, I thought about the main purpose: storage drawers to keep things more organized. My drawers are 42 cm high, but I wanted to leave them on top small space, so the shelf height was chosen to be 45 cm.
I also need to store some equipment (for climbing, diving, hiking), and I wanted to place it on a rack. To avoid piling one thing on top of another, I decided to make one shelf 30 cm high.
IN this moment, like most homeowners, I have accumulated a lot of different things (rakes, shovels, snowboard, wetsuit). I also needed to find a place for all this. So I needed a compartment where I could hang hooks and hang everything there or just hide it.
At this point, my tool collection had grown from a small red box to three boxes and one tool bag. I wanted to make a workbench for them so I could work in the garage where it was dry and warm. Ideally it should be 1.5 m wide.
I also have a dog who loves to chew everything. My little friend needs it too small place, where he can hide and warm up. The entire lower left part of the rack was assigned to him.

What you need for a wooden shelving unit

After I made the drawing, I needed to calculate how much lumber I would need.
I counted:

• 8 boards 5 x 10 x 500 cm.
• 23 boards 5 x 10 x 300 cm.
• 6 sheets of plywood 1.2 x 2.4 m.
• Screws.

Let's start making the rack

A couple of months ago I leveled the walls because the previous owners did a good job of making them look terrible. After puttying and painting, they began to look pretty good. When I started working, I realized that I hadn't thought through everything enough about where or how I wanted things to be placed. I had good thoughts, but overall I was poorly prepared. The plan was to secure the shelving beams to support beams in the wall. In general, I did not know how to easily determine their location. Luckily one of my neighbors had a special electronic device, which he shared with me for one day. First, we screwed three 500 cm beams: one under the ceiling, another a meter from the floor and the third at the very bottom. After that, we took 300 cm of boards and cut them to the height of the ceiling. We cut them at one time so that they would definitely come out the same length.

Making the outer frame

After securing the inner frame, we began making the outer frame. Since its structure was the same, we used the inner one as a template.
After outer frame was ready, we pulled it out, discovering that the ceiling was sagging a little and resting against it. Using a hammer, the frame was positioned in the right place, where we secured it to the ceiling. Next, the lower part was installed using a level so that the racks stood vertically.

Fastening the shelves

After the frame was level and vertical, we secured it securely in the ceiling, floor and in the middle.
Now the difficult part of the work remains - turning my project into reality. I had to give up 30 cm of the shelf, since when attaching the beams, at least 10 cm of height is lost for each.
After installing the shelf brackets, notches were made in the boards near the walls so that the plywood would fit snugly and nothing could fall behind the shelf.

Addition

Now that everything was assembled, I didn't want to spend any more money and didn't buy the doors I originally planned to install. The idea is that you can install doors with horizontal mounting on the beams. And when the garage is open, nosy neighbors will not see my collection of things.

The garage is used not only for its primary functions, but also keeps all sorts of Construction Materials and tools. Often sports equipment finds its home here, and, of course, a wide variety of things that have fallen out of use in the house, but are left to be stored “just in case.” The picture is quite familiar to many owners. But so that these and similar items do not make it difficult for the car to leave and enter, it is necessary to equip a rack in the garage on which all things can be placed. In addition to convenience, this will allow you to maintain order and everything will have its place. Installing the racks is quite simple.

Preparation

Before starting actual work, it is necessary to draw up a project. After looking around the garage, estimate the number of things that will be placed on the racks. The size of the structure depends on this. Next, the free space is measured. Optimal solution- free up completely or at least as much as possible one of the walls of the garage for shelves. Their height depends on the size of the cargo that will be placed. If you are making a rack for wheels in the garage, then the bottom shelf is left high. This allows you to accommodate rubber, cans and other large items. Next, let's look at how to make a shelving unit in the garage.

Design parameters

Calculate the number of shelves needed, as well as their depth. It is better to choose the size with a reserve. Make a sketch on paper. 5-10 cm is subtracted from the total length of the wall for convenient installation. This is the horizontal size of the future rack. The height occupies the entire space from floor to ceiling. The distance between the two supports (vertical), that is, the width, depends on the weight of the load. It should not be more than 1.5 meters. Usually they make 1 m. You should not make shelves that are too deep. After all, it will be very difficult to get something from the depths. 50-60 cm is enough for most things and tools. For small accessories, you can make a depth of 30-40 cm. The height of the bottom shelf is from 80 to 100 cm, in other cases 25-60 cm is enough, depending on the intended content.

Metal rack for the garage. Design Features

You can install a ready-made rack in the garage. However, it may not fit in size, for example. In this case, it is better to install shelving in the garage yourself. The work should be done immediately with high quality, using reliable and durable materials. It is necessary to choose durable components that will not break under the pressure of a large load, and will also be resistant to mechanical damage. When making vertical racks, they can be used with a shelf from 30-50 mm. A profile with rectangular cross-section, the larger side of which is 40-50 mm. The latter option will cause less installation difficulties.

To attach the shelves, you need to make a frame. It can be made from a metal corner with a 15-25 mm shelf. The vertical posts and frame can be connected in several ways. Most often, welding is used for installation or holes are drilled and the structure is secured with bolts. The latter option implies the ability to change the height of the shelves, but it requires more effort to install. If you have a welding machine and an inverter, then it is more convenient to resort to welding. The shelves themselves can be made from boards 15-20 mm thick. The thicker they are, the stronger and more durable the structure. However, you can also use regular chipboard or chipboard. Before installation, they must be painted and also additionally “oiled.” This will prevent the occurrence of fungus and protect against moisture.

From preparation to action

When the plan and all the components are ready, everything is collected necessary tools, you can start installing the shelving in the garage. Using a grinder, the metal is cut to the required dimensions. You can contact a metal warehouse, but the service will be paid. Then the proposed location of the vertical posts is marked. Marks are also made for where the shelves are attached. The corner sections are welded to the vertical posts. They will serve as a frame for the shelves. It is imperative to control the horizontal position. After all, they must be even, otherwise the tool will roll off. Once installation is complete, it is primed and painted. This will protect the structure from corrosion. The second stage is cutting the wooden shelves. Their location can be either along or across the frame. The latter option does not allow the shelves to sag, which means the entire structure will be more stable. Attach the shelf to the frame. If they fit perfectly and there is no need to resize, then you can proceed with installation. However, before this, the components are treated with impregnation or painted.

Finishing touches

After waiting for the shelves to dry, they can be screwed to the frame using self-tapping screws. The fastening must be tight. To give greater stability, the shelving in the garage is attached to the wall with brackets using vertical posts. At this point, the installation is complete, and you can use the shelves for their intended purpose.

Wooden shelving for the garage. Installation Features

This option is considered a budget option. If there is no desire or opportunity to spend money on metal, then you can resort to this method. But when installing vertical posts, a beam of at least 100 mm thick must be used - provided that the entire structure is placed from floor to ceiling. For shelves, plywood or chipboard with a thickness of 15-25 mm is used. The wooden structure is durable, but has a low load-bearing capacity. In addition, there is a risk of fire. Typically, such a rack in a garage is designed to store small tools and materials. To secure the shelves to the frame, you also need M5 bolts, the length of which is 60 mm.

Additional under the ceiling

When choosing brackets, you need to focus on those that will compensate for the pressure of the load and distribute it over the entire surface. This will avoid concentrating the weight on one point. The design of the brackets can be very different. Marked on the ceiling horizontal line. In fact, the brackets are attached to it. It is safer to use anchors rather than self-tapping screws during installation.

Once this installation is complete, the wood or plywood shelf can be installed. It is already attached with self-tapping screws. To add strength to the structure being created, you can use 15x15 mm corners, then place a wooden shelf on them. This will avoid sagging under the weight of objects. Before installing shelving in the garage, it is advisable to plaster the wall. In this case, the floor covering must be smooth. Garage shelving is an important indoor fixture. It will be a good helper for any car owner.

Convenient and spacious storage systems help to place in small room tools, car parts, Consumables and other important little things that clutter up the space. To make shelves and racks for the garage with your own hands, it is important to decide on the materials, take measurements of the room, develop a design and layout, and think through options. You can take note of ideas with hanging shelves or collapsible racks, which will significantly save space.

Convenient wardrobe rack

Which shelves and shelving structures are suitable for the garage?

The easiest way to equip your garage with ready-made systems is by choosing stylish option with a simple fastening mechanism. But it’s not always possible to guess with the dimensions of the shelves, and besides, not all purchased options will be as functional and reliable as we would like. It’s more convenient, more profitable and more logical to make a shelf or rack yourself. As a result you will get:

• saving space;
• eliminating clutter;
• convenient storage of tools and other things;
• giving the garage (hangar) a well-groomed, lived-in look appearance.

Metal structures are the most practical and durable

The most common materials for the manufacture of garage shelf sections are wood and metal, less often plastic. The most practical are combined structures made of wood and metal. According to assembly options, racks can be:

• Stationary, designed for a specific place in the room. This rack is assembled once and attached to the wall (ceiling or floor) with brackets.
• Mobile – with the possibility of rearrangement, which is provided by the mobile base. The rack is mounted on wheels or a trolley, but in this case it is important to control the load without cluttering it with massive equipment.
• Collapsible - the height and number of shelves in which you can change and rearrange them.
• Suspended - attached to walls or ceilings in any convenient location.
• Designs of a more exotic type, for example, rotating. Such shelves in the garage look very stylish, but they are not suitable for storing large tools; they are ideal for screwdrivers and self-tapping screws.

Don’t forget about the principle: the more, the more functional, convenient, and spacious

When planning the size of the racks and the number of shelves in them, it is important to proceed from the dimensions of your garage.

Calculations and ready-made diagrams of racking systems

First of all, it is important to decide on the materials for making your own shelving in the garage; the most suitable ones are wood and metal:

• The advantages of metal are durability and strength.
• Wood systems They are distinguished by their lightness, practicality, ease of operation, and low manufacturing and assembly costs.

Scheme of a simple garage shelving

A tool rack is a massive and quite complex structure, so it is wiser to begin its construction by preparing a diagram or drawing. Even making sketches yourself is not difficult if you take accurate measurements and correctly calculate the dimensions of the shelves and the parameters of the base for them. Correct measurements– this is a guarantee of functional shelves and order.

Assembly diagram of one of the sections

To make it easier to make a rack with your own hands, study the drawings, diagrams and photos of options tested in practice.

Drawing of a rack made of pipes with wooden shelves

More on preparatory stage It is worth thinking about the method of connecting the shelves to the frame, as well as about attaching the structure itself to the walls or floor. The height of the product plays a role. If the room has low ceilings, then it is advisable to make the rack until ceiling surface without leaving a centimeter of free space.

Usually the rack is placed close to the wall

Before you build shelving in your garage, determine the distance between shelves. Make the bottom ones the most spacious - they are the most suitable for placing large equipment, massive tools and wheels. And the upper shelves should be lower to avoid surface deflection and to ensure the stability of the entire system; small utensils will fit there.

Drawing of a metal stand

Niches that are too narrow will make the storage impractical, and niches that are too deep will make it inconvenient to use. The optimal depth of shelves for racks is 50-60 cm. As for the width of the shelves - the distance between vertical supports shelving structure, then it is recommended to make this value equal to 100-120 cm, depending on the dimensions of the items that will be stored on it.

Classic scheme

How to make the simplest wooden rack

Most often, garage owners make a wooden rack with their own hands:

• the cost of such a structure is lower than that of a metal one;
• The assembly principle is quick and simple (no need to use welding);
• convenience, aesthetics, naturalness;
• relatively long service life, acceptable strength indicators.

Drawing of a wooden shelving unit for a garage

1. First of all, choose the material for racks and shelves. Oak or other hardwoods are ideal, but pine can also be used.
2. Vertical racks are made of timber with a section of 10x10 cm or 10x5 cm. A smaller beam or board can also be used as crossbars between the shelves.
3. The shelves, according to measurements, are cut from a sheet of chipboard. To extend the service life and reduce the risk of board fire, before assembling the structure, it is important to process all wooden parts antiseptic solution.
4. Mark the racks vertically and mark the places where the shelves will be attached. The rack is assembled using self-tapping screws, tenons, and wood glue. The best option The shelves are secured to the base using metal corners.
5. After assembly, it is important to paint or varnish the product, carefully treating the ends.

Idea for a corner wooden shelving unit

To make a self-made wooden rack more stable, it is advisable to attach it to the garage wall metal brackets.

Video: Simple wooden shelving

Wooden rack with metal frame

Steel structure for garage shelving – perfect option. Although it is more expensive, there are advantages, such as high strength, immunity to moisture, mildew and mold, fire resistance and decades of service. But in order to make such a rack a little cheaper and lighter, it is better to make shelves for it from wood.

A simple version of a combined wooden rack, metal base and corner

Preparing materials and tools for assembly

You can make racks for such a garage rack from rectangular pipes or profiles with a width of one side of no more than 5 cm, and for crossbars use a 30 mm corner.

The frame is made from a corner with the expectation that the thickness of the shelf will be 1.5-3 cm. The crossbars from the corner can be welded to the vertical guides, but it is more rational to bolt them. This option will come in handy if you want to change the height.

Shelves can be made from chipboard sheets or plywood according to pre-calibrated dimensions, but their width must be at least 1.5 cm - this will ensure strength. In addition, you will need the following tools:

• drill or screwdriver;
• Bulgarian;
• hacksaw;
• corner, level.

Option for small garage with a workbench

Manufacturing technique and assembly of the rack

Assemble the system on free space, and when the frame is ready, it is screwed to the wall. The manufacturing scheme for a metal garage rack looks like this:

1. The prepared components for the structure are cut with a grinder in accordance with the measurements taken.
2. The vertical placement of shelves is marked on the racks.
3. The corners are welded or bolted to the racks, while strictly observing the angles so that the structure does not come out crooked.

Shelf made of chipboard on a frame made of metal corner

1. Metal carcass coated with an anti-corrosion compound.
2. Shelves are cut from chipboard or plywood, after which it is important to try them on to the finished frame, placing them across.
3. The finished shelves are sanded, painted, attached to the metal frame with self-tapping screws, fitting closely to each other.

The finished rack is attached to the garage wall with steel brackets

Video: Master class on building a metal shelving

Manufacturing of a stationary storage system

Sometimes it is more practical to make a permanent shelving unit for the garage, that is, an option that is mounted on site, attached to the wall. Let's take a closer look at the assembly diagram of this design:

1. Markings are made on the wall for fasteners, holes are drilled and dowels are driven in.
2. Metal profile or wooden beams cut according to the diagram.
3. The far racks are fixed to the wall, each measured strictly according to its level.

Each rack must be parallel to adjacent slats

1. The frame is connected by horizontal binders from corners along the width (according to the height of future shelves).
2. The front pillars are installed and connected to the side strips on which the shelves will lie.
3. The front verticals are fastened, after which they form flooring from boards or lay plywood shelves in the prepared grooves.

Metal and wood wall shelves

The shelf is the most convenient and practical option for storing tools in the garage. The main requirement is that it should not sag under the weight of the load that you place on it.

Simple system storage along the walls

Simple and practical wooden shelves

To make functional shelves To store tools in the garage, follow these recommendations:

• width – 1-1.5 m;
• depth – up to 50 cm;
• height if we're talking about about a multi-tier shelf - 30-60 cm.

Multi-tiered wooden shelf for the garage

For the manufacture of wooden shelf For a garage with your own hands, make all the measurements in advance and prepare a sketch. Next, vertical posts and a frame are made; a standard square beam, for example, 10 cm by 10 cm, is suitable for this.

For the shelf itself, a planed board or plywood is suitable. You can attach the board to the base using self-tapping screws, and to the racks using metal corner. The finished product is varnished or painted.

Metal frame for wall shelves

Durable metal structures

Metal garage shelves are designed for storing bulk and heavy equipment, therefore, to connect their components it is better to use welding:

1. The first step is to create a sketch that contains dimensions and reflects the design features.
2. You need to take care of the frame elements in advance - corner blanks.
3. The racks and frame are welded; an alternative is to bolt the frame to the racks.
4. The shelves can be cut out of perforated steel or, by analogy with shelving, from plywood or chipboard, 2-2.5 cm thick.
5. Wooden elements if available, they are coated with a fire retardant.
6. The entire structure is assembled using self-tapping screws and coated with a fire-resistant compound.

You can attach such a shelf with dowels if the wall is not cinder block.

Hanging tool shelves

With all the diversity hanging models shelves for garages, they are conventionally divided into wall and ceiling. The first ones can be open or closed, have back wall or attached directly to the wall of the building. For fastening, a corner is most often used, wooden base and hung on anchors. Depending on the type of fastening, wall shelves can be either stationary or removable.

Hanging wall shelf

Ceiling shelves are located under the ceiling and attached directly to it. They can be hung by hooks welded into beams on the ceiling, or by special studs. If necessary, they can be quickly dismantled. For all their mobility and practicality, such shelves are quite shaky and do not allow for placement of heavy tools or fragile things.

Video: How to do it yourself simple shelf to the garage

Self-made racks and shelves will decorate your garage, becoming not only a practical accessory for storing tools, but also a stylish addition to the interior. If you approach the issue of manufacturing rationally, you will not only save money spent on arranging the premises for the car, but also restore order by placing all things in their places.

The main purpose of a garage is to store cars. However, this does not prevent car owners from using it for other purposes: storing conservation equipment, tools, household appliances, unnecessary things, car parts. Over time, mountains of various household supplies accumulate in the room. The garage is slowly turning into a chaotic dump, and there is less and less space. This is a sign - it’s time to properly organize the space by installing shelves in the garage. They will allow you to rationally place things, save useful space, and improve the interior of the room.

Garage with convenient system storage when everything is in its place

Making garage shelving with your own hands is quite simple. You need to prepare tools, buy some materials, and free yourself a few hours from work. In this article we will look at detailed instructions, some tips and recommendations for arranging such a structure.

Shelves with storage shelves

Permissible loads on homemade shelves in the garage

Before planning the shelves for the garage, you need to determine a more convenient way to attach them. Today, the two most popular methods are welded and bolted. Welded technology is usually used for metal structures, bolted - for wooden structures. Both technologies work well. Such garage shelves are easy to use and can withstand heavy loads. However, they have some disadvantages.

One of the options for shelving with a frame made of profile pipe and plywood shelves

Welded shelves are non-removable. If the layout of the garage or its purpose changes, simply disassembling the product will not work. Transporting welded shelves is also inconvenient. Their weight can exceed one hundred kilograms. The main advantage of this design is its reliability. Welding seams firmly fix the elements together. It is not at all easy to achieve their destruction.

Wooden rack for a garage, it is better to connect with nails rather than with screws, so they are less likely to come loose

Bolted racks are less stable. They cannot provide sufficient rigidity. For stability, the structure must be additionally attached to the wall. However, this method of fastening has a significant advantage – mobility. The shelves can be disassembled, assembled, made hanging shelves various sizes. It is impossible to give a definite answer to the question of which technology is better. Each person will have their own parameters that are important.

Deciding on the design

Scheme of a simple garage shelving

Making your own garage shelving is quite easy. The most important thing is to clearly define your own desires and needs, plan the design and type of construction in advance. Anyone can do such tasks, especially if they have great desire do something with your own hands.

Drawing of a rack made of pipes with wooden shelves

The design of the racks has three elements: vertical posts, shelves, crossbars. In some cases, transverse tightening is used. They are not required. They are needed only to increase the rigidity of the frame. To determine the exact design option for the future rack, follow these recommendations.

• The depth and height of the shelves are arbitrary. These parameters are selected only based on the purpose of the niche. Each shelf can be designed to store a specific type of item. It is better to decide all this in advance;
• The distance between the vertical posts must be selected based on the rigidity of the material. For very heavy accessories, the distance should be about 1.5 meters. For long racks, you need to prepare intermediate vertical racks. They will make the system more resilient;
• The lower shelves should be at some distance from the floor. Approximately 50-70 cm. Heavy objects should be stored on them. Optimal height the remaining shelves will be 37 cm. This is the most rational height, often used in the manufacture of any furniture structure.

Drawing of a metal rack for a garage

Decide on design features always easy. Garage owners simply take into account the dimensions and features of the things that will be stored in the structure.

Option for a small garage with a workbench

It is a little more difficult to choose a product design. The garage is intended for practical purposes. However, this does not mean that its interior should be boring and ugly. You can easily create an attractive interior in your garage for little money. In particular, you can decorate the shelving design with regular paint. Today there are paints designed for any material. The color for painting should match the overall color scheme premises. Colored plastic boxes for storing accessories and tools will become a kind of decoration. They are inexpensive and allow you to create perfect order.

Transparent and multi-colored plastic boxes for garage shelves

Choosing material

Durable metal shelves for the garage

DIY wooden shelves in the garage

The choice of base material plays a huge role in the design, stability of the frame, and practicality of operation of the structure. The rack can be made from different raw materials, which have their own advantages and disadvantages. Let's look at the main types of materials and their features in the table.

Material	Advantages and disadvantages
Metal	Many car owners prefer metal for its durability. This material is durable and can withstand heavy loads. It can only have a negative impact high humidity. In normal climate metal constructions will last almost forever. Another advantage of such raw materials is ease of care. The products will need to be periodically simply wiped with a cloth to maintain cleanliness. The main disadvantage of metal is its high price. However, many people have unnecessary pieces of metal at their dachas or with friends. Metal elements are usually joined using welding machine. It is not recommended to use it without proper experience.
Tree	Wood is a noble, useful raw material. It makes excellent hanging shelves, racks, and storage systems. Wood has a very beneficial effect on respiratory system human, has an attractive appearance, and is easy to process. When making storage systems, you can use oak, pine, and birch. The frame should be secured only with metal bolts. Wood is relatively inexpensive. It can be purchased at any construction hypermarket. The downside of this option is that it is difficult to care for. The tree gets dirty, can darken, and rot. It should be constantly looked after. This is not always convenient. To reduce such negative consequences It is recommended to use special impregnations.
Plastic	A good option for storing various small items and light-weight accessories. Plastic began to be used for making shelves relatively recently. It can withstand no more than 75 kg. This is worth considering! The advantage of plastic is its light weight, mobility, ease of care, and low price. The downside is fragility. It is easy to damage and beat. For storage metal tools plastic will not work.
Combination of two materials	For example, wood and metal. This is an excellent option for creating a multifunctional storage system. This way you can save money, diversify the design of your garage, and simplify the process of manufacturing the structure. You can combine almost any type of raw material.

Metal rack, collapsible with plastic containers

The benefits of making it yourself

Many people ask a completely logical question: is it better to make shelves in the garage on your own or buy ready-made option On the market? Let's look at the main advantages self-creation garage storage system.

Collapsible racks have an aesthetic appearance and are convenient for installation and dismantling

Possibility of developing a unique design. For many car owners, a garage is a real pride. I don’t want to put ugly furniture in it. Standard shelves are also not very attractive. In this case, you can take on the work yourself by inventing unique design. Ideas for implementation can be found on the Internet. But it’s better to give free rein to your own imagination.

The idea of ​​arranging a garage from the inside with your own hands

Making hanging shelves and racks on your own is not as difficult as it seems. Such a task will be within the power of any man who has at least minimal experience working with tools.

The manufacturing process will not take much time. Lack of free time is the main reason why car owners buy garage furniture in a store. However, manufacturing a storage system does not require a huge amount of time. It’s enough to set aside a few hours and call a friend for help.

Homemade shelves and racks for the needs of the garage owner

Shelves can be made according to your personal plan. Only the car owner himself knows what size, depth, height he needs the shelves. Finding the perfect option in a store is almost impossible. Everything is standard in hypermarkets. It’s better to put in a little effort, spend time, but create the most practical thing possible.

Small financial costs. Warehouse furniture is quite expensive. Even the most simple models will cost a large sum. Self-production – The best decision in order to save money. Many of the necessary spare parts can be found on your farm.

Wardrobe built into shelving system in garage

Required Tools

Necessary tools for making shelves

To ensure that the process of making shelves takes a minimum of time, you should prepare the tools in advance. You don't need much: a set wrenches, pliers, hacksaws for wood, metal, hammer, screwdriver, hammer drill, jigsaw, grinder. Almost any good owner has all of the listed items. The selection of basic materials will depend solely on the choice of each individual. It could be plywood metal pipes, bars, chipboard, plastic, much more.

Popular options for shelves for storing tools in the garage

Manufacturing process: step-by-step instructions

1. Preparing the work site. Making a rack is a dusty job. Need a lot of space. To do this, it is better to remove the car from the garage. Tools and expensive items should be covered with film. Next, you need to prepare the tools and put them nearby. It is advisable to enlist the help of a friend. Together, the work will be completed as quickly as possible.
2. Preparing a plan. For ease of work, it is better to draw a plan of the rack in advance on a simple piece of paper. You should also note the measurements of each shelf there. When preparing a plan, you need to take into account the specific things that will be stored on the shelves. It is not necessary to make a standard design. Several different elements can be combined in one system.

   

   Holders and mesh shelves

   

   Installing mesh shelves on the side wall of the garage is a quick option for light items

3. Purchase of basic raw materials. It can be wood, metal, plastic. When choosing, you should take into account the characteristics of the material, its maximum load, practicality. When purchasing, you should not save money by choosing low-quality raw materials. It will not last long and will bring a lot of problems during operation.
4. Cutting frame elements. The main elements can be made from wooden block, steel angle, ordinary pipe. Racks, amplifiers, crossbars are cut using a jigsaw or circular saw.

   

   We start making the rack from the base

5. Applying markings to racks. Vertical elements need to be marked. This will help in the further installation of the crossbars.

   

   Making grooves for shelves using a router

6. Drilling holes. Using a drill, make neat holes on the markings. This is typical when using bolted fasteners. When choosing a welded frame, all elements are joined with seams. Without proper experience, the seams may turn out unsightly. It is also important to follow safety precautions when working with welding. You should read more about this in the instructions for the welding machine.

   

   We install the shelf in the grooves and additionally fasten it with self-tapping screws

7. Making the shelves themselves. For them, plywood, boards, and chipboard are usually chosen. It is important to follow the measurements exactly.
8. Assembling the frame, fixing the shelves on the frame. The frame is assembled gradually: first side racks, then crossbars, then amplifiers. Only then the shelves. They are fastened with bolts and self-tapping screws. The fastening must be strong.

   

   Installing the rack on the base

9. Giving an attractive appearance. The finished rack can be painted, decorated with designer forging, or covered with film. Choice designer accessories purely individual. At the same time, you just need to remember about practicality.

Video: DIY garage shelving. Collapsible / Demountable Garage Storage Shelves. DIY.

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Original shelves DIY garage projects are presented today with many options and examples with photos. They can become a decoration for the room, as well as a reliable place to store automotive equipment, parts and tools. You can make shelving yourself by developing your own design, taking into account required sizes and functionality.

Frame shelves for tires and tools

Functional garage storage system

Not only is it customary to store and maintain a car, but you can also find a lot of places to install shelves and racks. Therefore, today there are many options various designs, varying in material, shape, configuration, size and design.

They should be:

• Durable;
• Reliable;
• Compact;
• Not bulky;
• Durable;
• Functional.

Installation hanging shelves, built-in drawers and modular designs They will help you clean up your garage and free up space from the impressive amount of accumulated junk mixed with tools.

Neat arrangement of things in the garage

Why do you need a shelf and rack system in a garage:

Self-made shelves are an excellent option for creating any design using photos, diagrams and drawings. The main thing is that the room itself is clean, spacious, well equipped and free of unnecessary rubbish. How best to organize this space:

Where can you install shelf storage systems:

• On the wall farthest from the entrance;
• If the room is large, you can also use the side walls;
• In the ceiling space and directly above the machine position.

Every motorist must remember that all storage installations should occupy no more than 20% of the total space inside the garage.

Optimal organization of the storage system - 1. Open brackets and hooks, 2. Rack for tools, 3. Shelves for spare parts and wheels, 4. Rack for large tools, 5. Cabinets, 6. Workbench

Types of structures

The garage can store everything from car accessories to carpentry tools and other small items. All parts that do not have enough space in the pantry and on the mezzanine must be neatly folded or placed on wall shelves or stationary racks.

Based on the type of assembly, structures can be of the following types:

Special attention should be paid to shelves intended for car spare parts, namely rubber tires and wheels. This design is:

Experts advise storing tires near the ceiling space on the upper tiers so as not to clutter the garage. To free usable area, you can mount a rack with several shelves at once. Some people hang the wheels on the wall itself, hooking them onto a screwed-in lock.

Folding corner shelves for seasonal tire storage

According to the material they are distinguished:

When developing storage systems, you should take into account the dimensions of the garage space, the purpose and functionality of all installed shelves.

According to the method of fastening the structure, there are:

How to make original stable shelves for the garage with your own hands is shown in the video from step by step instructions from the master.

If you are planning to make garage shelves and racks yourself, have chosen the material and location, it’s time to make markings taking into account all sizes.

The assembly stages of any design are as follows:

Why is it better to assemble the structure yourself rather than purchase a ready-made kit on the construction market:

When creating products with your own hands, you can develop a unique design and make a structure according to individual parameters. If you follow all the rules and strictly follow the instructions of the craftsmen, the shelves and racks will turn out attractive and practical. The assembly process is shown in detail in the video below.

DIY tool shelf

This product will undoubtedly be useful in the household, as well as for plumbing and repair work in the garage. A special shield will serve as a place for storing and fixing essential items and small tools. The installation height is selected according to the height of the owner to increase comfort of use.

What you will need to assemble it yourself:

• Plywood board or chipboard up to 2 centimeters thick;
• Shelf material;
• Anchors to secure the entire structure;
• Brackets to fix the product on the wall;
• Electric jigsaw;
• Drill;
• Building level;
• Tape measure for measurements;
• A hammer drill with a nozzle and drills for making holes;
• Hooks for attaching tools and parts;
• Set of self-tapping screws.

Option for making a shelf-shield

Manufacturing stages:

The last step is to make holes with a hammer drill into which all the anchors need to be driven. If the installation of the shelf on the wall is successful, it’s time to arrange and hang all the parts as planned.

Garage wheel rack

Tires with this design can be stored on their edges. In this case, the shelf itself must be fixed upside down so that the fastenings on the side hold the wheels.

• Using an anchor, triangular-shaped fasteners are fixed;
• The evenness of the line can be checked with a level, and the distance between the side fastenings can be measured with a ruler (it should be 50 or 100 centimeters);
• To prevent the shelf from falling under the weight of the tires, you should choose sufficiently thick and long dies. The structure is fixed from above, after which the surface can be painted in any color (in our case, white) and the product can be allowed to dry thoroughly.

Such a holder can accommodate from two to four wheels, it all depends on the selected parameters and individual preferences.

Homemade shelf for seasonal storage of tires or tools

Additional accessories

In addition to storage systems for tools, a home workshop and car parts, the garage can contain additional amenities. Among them are:

Garage shelves made of practical wood or durable metal, made with your own hands according to variants of drawings and diagrams with photo examples, will become a real decoration of the room. After all, sometimes from a couple of oak boards and available materials you can create a real masterpiece that will amaze the imagination. The construction of a durable rack is shown in the video master class with step-by-step instructions.