Before building a garage for 2 cars, it is necessary to correctly design the structure, taking into account the purpose, operation characteristics and dimensions of the vehicles themselves. From the article you will find out what projects, layout options are popular, from which a building can be erected and how to decorate it. In addition, you will understand how to choose a place and prepare it, determine the dimensions of the future object so that it complies with the current regulations and is convenient for use.

Classic two car garage

Choosing a place for construction

Before you start designing a garage for two cars, you need to decide on its location on a suburban area. You will need to consider the following factors:

Driveways... They should be arranged so that the car does not interfere when parking, including when two cars enter simultaneously and alternately inside.

Space for opening the doors... If the gates to the garage structure are swinging, it is necessary to provide that they do not touch other structures and do not take up much space.

Relief, soil slope... These points are important when choosing a foundation system and calculating material costs.

Depth of groundwater... This factor must be known in order to avoid the risk of flooding the building during the spring flood.

The presence of communications underground... If, for example, sewer pipes run under the chosen place, you will have to strengthen the foundation, while it will not be possible to equip the repair pit if necessary, therefore it is better to choose another site for construction.

Remoteness of other objects- houses, vegetable gardens, outbuildings, a source of water supply.

After choosing a location, you can designate the future structure on the site plan.

Leaving the garage must be free for both cars

Sizing calculation

The next stage after the selection of the place is the calculation of the dimensions of the building; it is important not only to allocate space for direct parking of vehicles, but also to take into account the small space for servicing and storing tools. The parking spaces themselves can be located in the same room or separated by a partition: this depends on the preferences of the owner. When calculating the size of a garage for 2 cars, you can pay attention to SNiP 02.21.99, which indicates the minimum dimensions of a parking space in open areas and indoors:

Length- 5.3 m.

Width- 2.5 m.

The exact size depends on the dimensions of the machines themselves. Accordingly, for a garage for two vehicles, you need to multiply the indicators by 2, and then add the distance between the parking spaces (at least 50 cm). It is necessary to provide a place for shelving, as well as a gap between cars and the walls of the building: according to building codes, it should be 0.5 m.

Naturally, if the garage will be used not only for vehicles, but also for storing tools, firewood, outdoor benches and other equipment, this must be taken into account when calculating the dimensions. The ceiling height must be at least 220 cm.

The dimensions are marked on the plan of the future building.

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Design features

The garage project should contain not only the dimensions and features of the layout: it is required to indicate the type of foundation, materials of manufacture, the thickness of walls and partitions, indicate the type and dimensions of gates, roofs, communication points, location of windows. There are many options for ready-made projects that differ in size, layout and purpose.

Economy option

If the budget for construction is limited, and the area of ​​the site is small, it makes sense to equip a small garage. As a rule, in this case, the space between parking spaces for cars is not fenced off; the entrance is most often combined and equipped with one gate. If it is necessary to save space, sliding or lifting sashes are installed, but if there is enough space, swing doors can also be installed. Racks for tools and supplies are placed around the perimeter in the upper part of the garage; for repairs, you can make a pit with a concrete floor and walls. Often, in order to save money, it settles down only under one parking space.

Standard garage for 2 cars

Hozblok option

Equipping a garage for 2 cars with a utility block is a popular idea that allows you to combine a garage with a shed under one roof. In this case, the room will need to be expanded by at least 200 cm, the exact size depends on the amount of equipment that will be stored in the extension. For example, in a utility block, you can keep garden tools, hand tools and machines, building materials, agricultural machinery.

Most often, such a garage is placed at the entrance, so that you can not only conveniently call in, but also, if necessary, remove the tools stored in the room. The partition between the utility room and the parking spaces is often made of a half-block or brick; lighting can be carried out separately in each part.

Classic layout of a garage with a utility block

Project of a garage for 2 cars with an attic

A very popular option is the construction of a two-car garage with an attic floor: the superstructure can be used for storing things, temporary or seasonal residence, and you can also equip a recreation room there. Mandatory requirements for such a project:

Strengthening the foundation and walls... They must be able to support the weight of the attic; the superstructure itself can be made of the same material as the supporting structures, or of lighter varieties (for example, frame-panel materials).

Competent finishing... You will need to properly insulate both floors, equip a boiler room that will warm up the attic and the lower part of the building, and also take care of the communications and proper wiring inside.

Ventilation system arrangement... This is especially important if the attic will be used for seasonal living.

Such a garage for 2 cars, the project of which includes a boiler room, a bathroom and a spacious room on top, will optimally place cars and tools, saving space on the site.

The attic floor can be equipped for any purpose

Garage with residential floor

You can equip a building with an upper floor intended for permanent residence: it can be used both by the owner himself, for example, during the construction of the main house, and by guests. A room for permanent residence requires high-quality insulation and waterproofing, it is necessary to place all the amenities inside, therefore, as a rule, the size of such a structure is rather big. In such a garage, parking spaces, a repair area, a boiler room are located below, and one or more rooms are equipped on top.

Depending on the purpose, one large hall or 2-4 small rooms can be equipped on a residential floor. The first option is optimal if you plan to create, for example, a recreation area or a games room with billiards upstairs, and the second solution is relevant if the owner is going to move the guest rooms out of the house.

Garage with floor for permanent residence

Workshop project

If the owner not only maintains two vehicles, but also personally repairs or provides such services on a private basis, the best choice would be a 2-car garage project with a workshop. As a rule, this room is adjacent to the parking area and borders on the boiler room, the optimal size is 20-25 square meters. Nuances to consider:

Workshop size... It should be such that, if necessary, the vehicle itself can be placed there. If one of the two cars is larger than the other, the dimensions of the larger car should be taken into account.

Entrance to different rooms... It is better to equip them separately: one leads to the parking area, the other to the workshop, another one can be made leading to the boiler room or the utility part, if any.

Location of machines and tools... The equipment should be positioned so that it can be used with maximum convenience.

Standard garage layout with workshop

Building materials

The choice of materials is due not only to the budget, but also to which part of the structure is in question:

Foundation... Most often it is made slab, since such a base will withstand the weight of two vehicles and other loads. The calculation of the foundation must be done with a margin, when designing a garage for two cars; the dimensions of the slab should be 20-40 cm larger than the perimeter along the walls. For pouring, a concrete mixture based on cement grade not lower than M-400 is used, reinforcement is carried out using reinforcement.

Walls and partitions... The load-bearing parts of the structure can be made of aerated block, expanded clay block, brick, and the inner walls - from a semi-block or wall panels.

Overlapping... If the garage has an attic or full-fledged residential floor, reinforced concrete slabs can be used for this purpose.

Roof... The rafter system is made of timber and boards, a pie made of hydro and thermal insulation is laid on the lathing of slats, and an external coating is installed on top. Depending on the budget and preferences, it can be a metal tile, a profiled sheet, a soft roof or other material. The form is most often single-pitched, but if a second floor is arranged on top, a gable roof is usually made.

External finishing... For this purpose, facade plaster, siding, facing bricks, etc. can be used.

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Conclusion

Designing a garage for 2 cars is a procedure that must be followed taking into account the dimensions of the vehicles, the purpose of the building and the budget. A competently created project will allow you to accurately calculate the materials, determine the location of the building on the site and equip it taking into account all the requirements and nuances.

In a family where there are several car owners, the project of a garage for 2 cars will be relevant. A room intended for two cars at once has many advantages, and can also be used for additional purposes.

Before starting construction, it is necessary to correctly determine the size, as well as pay attention to other equally important details. Let's take a look at what the process of building a 2-car garage looks like and how to make it convenient.

Building a garage for several cars is a fairly convenient option, but it has a lot of nuances. The most important thing is to comply with all standards, correctly calculate the size, and also decide on the type of garage.

Garage plan for 2 cars.

Building a garage for 2 cars at once will have many advantages:

• less materials are required for the construction than for the construction of two separate premises;
• it is possible to allocate a lot of space for storing various items: tools, garden materials, spare parts and others;
• communications are carried out once;
• you can choose a modern version of the shelter for cars and build a two-story garage, equipping the attic to your taste;
• both cars will be protected.

To calculate the required size, you should adhere to certain rules:

• find out the dimensions of the cars;
• decide on the type of gate;
• take into account that in the future it is possible to purchase a new car of a larger size;
• allocate additional space depending on the needs - storage of items, self-repair of the car and more;
• foresee the driving skills of family members in advance, it will be difficult for a beginner to drive into a narrow garage;
• choose a comfortable distance between the car and from the wall to the door.

Scheme of the garage and utility room.

The average sedan size is 1.7 meters wide, 4.5 meters long and 1.4 meters high. Based on this, the optimal garage width for two cars will be 3.4 m, plus at least 0.9 m between the car and 0.8 m will need to be left from the door to the side wall of the room.

A minimum of 0.5 should be added to the length of the vehicle for easy movement in front of its front and rear, that is, we add another meter to the length. The minimum height of the shelter is calculated according to the height of the tallest family member plus 50 cm.

When choosing a sectional door under the ceiling, a certain space for the mechanism will be required, therefore it is advisable to discuss this point with the supplier of the structure in advance.

Thus, the standard dimensions of a garage for 2 cars are as follows:

• depth - from 5.5 m;
• width - from 5.1 m;
• height - from 2.2 m.

The specified parameters are the smallest and "poorest" option; you will need to increase the space to store a motorcycle, bicycle, spare parts and others. The optimal area of ​​a convenient garage with space for everything you need is about 50 m 2.

Preparatory work

Before starting construction, a motorist should pay attention to a few more nuances, in addition to determining the size:

• decide on the type of entrance gate;
• choose materials for the room.

Entry options

Drawing of a garage for 2 cars.

The entrance to the garage for 2 cars can be done with one or two gates. In addition, there are several types of gates:

• swing doors - with or without automation;
• roller shutter;
• retractable;
• lifting and turning;
• sectional.

Swing gates will cost less than the others, but they are less convenient to use, since you have to get out of the vehicle and open the gates every time you enter. For lovers of convenience, not experiencing a shortage of funds, it is recommended to install sectional doors.

This type of gate is quite popular for garages for two vehicles because:

• come in almost any size;
• have high security;
• are sealed to provide warmth;
• open almost silently;
• have a different design.

For a garage owner, it is recommended to choose two separate structures, which will allow you to keep warm in the room during the cold season, or to rent an empty adjacent parking space, if the project provides for the division of the room into two parts.

In addition, general lift-and-turn entry gates can be very expensive, as some manufacturers consider such a design non-standard, resulting in a higher price.

What materials to choose for construction?

A garage for 2 cars is usually erected by capital or frame methods, on which materials will depend. In the first case, concrete or brick is used, which makes the room durable and reliable. The only drawback will be the laboriousness of the work and the need for heavy equipment.

However, when building a garage at the same time as the house, such a nuance can hardly be called a disadvantage, since construction work is already underway.

The most popular and commonly used material for a garage is brick. A brick building will have a presentable appearance and, moreover, its main characteristics are durability and high quality. Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting the high cost and long construction time.

Garage layout for 2 cars.

It is also important to consider that choosing such a material will need to pay special attention to strengthening the foundation, since it is quite heavy.

Concrete foam blocks are also popular, but outwardly the structure will not look as attractive as made of bricks. The main advantages of the material are its relatively low price, long service life and resistance to fire. The two materials can be combined.

It is unreasonably expensive, long and pointless to build an entire garage out of bricks, so it is enough to use it for cladding external walls, use foam or a gas block for other purposes.

A frame garage is built on the basis of a metal or wooden frame.

By choosing a tree, you will be able to save a lot, besides, this option has other advantages, including:

• use of environmentally friendly materials;
• light weight;
• condensation is excluded due to the "breathing" properties of wood;
• speed of construction;
• no need for a concrete foundation;
• the possibility of self-construction.

The disadvantages are also significant:

• the material is moisture and cold permeable;
• fire hazard.

If electric or gas welding works are carried out in the shelter for cars, and gasoline or other hazardous materials are stored, then in no case should you build a frame garage made of wood.

What are the main stages of construction?

After calculating the comfortable size of the shelter, the choice of materials and the entry option, you can start construction. The construction of a garage for 2 cars is divided into several stages.

Garage plan and dimensions.

To begin with, a project of the premises is created, after which it follows:

• choose a place for the construction of a garage, having studied the features of the soil;
• choose the type of foundation;
• fill the floor;
• build walls and roof;
• provide a convenient access to the parking lot;
• carry out ventilation;
• provide space heating.

Planning

When planning a parking lot for 2 cars, the car owner will be able to build it with maximum convenience and minimum cost. There are many projects of shelters for cars: with a basement, with a viewing hole, a shed, a two-story garage and even a garage for 3 cars, which is important for large country houses.

All these nuances and additional needs should be considered before starting construction.

A competent project includes:

• comfortable size of a garage for two cars;
• convenient entry into the premises and the ability to turn around when leaving;
• wall material and thickness;
• gate type;
• type of foundation;
• type of roof and roof material;
• communications - heating, water supply, sewerage, electricity.

If the garage is built into the house or connected by a passageway, you will need to take care of insulation, door tightness and soundproofing.

In some cases, it will not be superfluous to build a small shed in front of a mini parking, which will protect against rain, sun, hail and other negative impacts when there is no need to drive the car into a garage for a long time.

You should not choose a place for a garage close to growing large trees, since their roots can destroy the foundation, and in wet or swampy areas. If there are doubts about creating a correct and accurate project, then it is better to provide it to specialists in order to avoid unnecessary work and cost of money.

Foundation

When building a garage for two cars, it is important to make a high-quality foundation, taking into account the peculiarity of the soil and the climate. In this case, two types of foundation are suitable - columnar or tape, depending on the type of room.

Drawing of a garage for two cars.

A columnar foundation is an easy-to-build and economical option, however, it is applicable only for light houses and structures - frame or wooden type. This type of base excludes the construction of basements and cellars, and is also not suitable for soil subject to movement.

The second type is most often used - tape, since it is used for a capital structure. Depending on the soil, its depth is usually no more than 50-70 cm. For a strip foundation, you will need to dig a trench and reinforce it with reinforcement before pouring concrete.

After laying the foundation of the garage, you should tackle the floor. It must be even; for this, the concrete screed is poured onto a layer of sand of 10 cm. A perfectly flat floor will avoid stagnation of water and dilution of dampness.

It is also important to maintain a slope of 2-3 cm towards the garage door, so that water can easily flow out, or install a grate for water drainage.

Walls and roof

The walls are erected after complete shrinkage of the foundation and concrete floor. The process of erecting walls depends on the chosen material. A brick building requires plastering the walls on both sides, after which a topcoat should be applied - tiles or facade paint.

These materials tolerate moisture well. For a presentable view of the garage, it is recommended to use the same coating as on the main part of the house or on other buildings on the site.

If the garage is not built into the home, then a roof will be needed. Roofing material is used: roofing material, slate, tile or corrugated board. To begin with, wooden rafters are installed, after which the frame is installed, and the roof is installed.

It is advisable to make the roof with a slope, which will avoid the accumulation of water from rain or snow.

Outcome

Families with two cars need to build a large garage that can accommodate the vehicles. Before starting construction, you will need to decide on the size of the room. This point is especially important, since the comfortable use of the garage depends on it.

It is important to calculate not only the space for cars, taking into account open doors and comfortable movement, but also to calculate additional space for personal needs: your own workshop, motorcycle, bicycle and other small vehicles, as well as storage of various items.

After determining the required area, you can start preparatory work, choose a place for the construction of a garage for two cars, and then start construction. It is important to pay special attention to the design of the premises, especially when it comes to a garage for two or three cars.

Today, many families have not one, but immediately two cars... It is convenient when there are several cars: the father and son can go fishing, and the mother can go to the market for groceries. The actual question is: "How to build a garage for 2 cars?"

The garage provides convenient and safe storage of cars. Construction is considered a budget option. garage for two cars. Garden tools can also be stored here.

This place is often used by the hostess as a pantry for pickles. The construction of the structure must be carried out in accordance with the regulations. Among the features of the room, one can single out the presence of a viewing hole, or you can build garage for 2 cars with a utility block.

The construction of a garage designed for two cars allows the owner to take advantage of following advantages:

1. Less building materials are required for the construction of a structure.
2. Communications are carried out once.
3. Cars are parked nearby.

Garage dimensions for 2 cars

According to the regulations dimensions one parking space must be as follows:

• width- from 2.3 m;
• length- more than 5.5 m;
• height- 2.2 m (the height of the car must be taken into account).

Minimum garage size for 2 cars imply a distance from the lateral surfaces of 50 cm.Measurement data is needed to calculate exactly what should be garage dimensions for two cars. The following will help to calculate the height so that it is convenient for everyone to be in the room. Take the height of the tallest member of your family and add to that value. 0.5 m.

When you need to calculate the size of a garage for two cars, the length of the driveway is about 5.5 m. If we take the dimensions of an average sedan as an example, then length- 4.5 m and 1.7 m wide... The width of the garage for 2 cars will be 3.4 m. We must not forget about the organization of an additional space around the car so that passengers and drivers can sit in them at the same time.

A car with the doors open also needs a lot of space. As a rule, this figure is about 10 or 15 cm.Taking into account the gaps between the garage walls, the optimal width is approximately 6.1 m, and length- 6.8 m.

The length must be measured with a margin from 1 m to 1.5 m. heights, then it can be calculated as follows. The average person's height is 1 m 75 cm. Add another 20 cm in reserve in case tall relatives or friends come.

By planning dimensions of the garage for 2 cars, please note - if you plan to make a workshop as well, then the size of a garage for 2 cars will be significantly increased.

Remember that when building stone or reinforced masonry structures, it is required to comply with the standard SNiP II-22-81... The document provides the conditions for ensuring the optimal load-bearing capacity of the garage walls.

Photo of a garage for two cars: dimensions, blueprints:

As you can see drawings of a garage for two cars not complicated. And you can start such a construction with your own hands.

Entry options

In terms of garage for 2 cars Please note that entry can be made with one or two gates. With a limited budget, a suitable option is single leaf gate having a swing design. However, there are also minuses... The heavy structure is not easy to operate.

Better to get help to experienced professionals: they will carry out the installation correctly without inaccuracies in the calculations. Specialists will strengthen the gate with support mechanisms. Professional installation guarantees durable operation.

Sectional doors equipped with automation, work conveniently, but their the cost is more expensive swing design. The entrance with two gates has the following pros:

• simple parking;
• the ability to rent out a second garage if the second car has not yet been purchased.

We build a garage for 2 cars with our own hands - Photo:

Building materials

Garages are being built today from the following materials:

• bricks;
• concrete stones;
• ceramic stones;
• concrete;
• wall panels.

Brick is one of the most popular building materials... Many people prefer lightweight blocks. Frame structures are also in demand today.

The brick structure has a lot of weight, and at the first stage, a strip foundation is being built. Its depth varies in the range: 0.6 - 1.2 m, while the width of the tape is equal to 0.4 m.To make the foundation more durable, use additionally rubble stone or fittings.

The concrete mixture will completely harden after 3 weeks... The drying process can be accelerated by adding various additives. To avoid cracking, the foundation is moistened and covered from time to time. tarpaulin... The base must be insulated and waterproofed. Using a similar technology, above the ground surface, plinth.

For masonry walls, it is better to choose a thickness of one and a half bricks. Cubic capacity of one wall is calculated using the following formula: height * width * thickness. All planes must be added. Further, the obtained value follows divide by volume standard brick (0.00195 m3). The result is number of blocks required for construction.

Garage doors are installed in front of the walls. A secure fit ensures that the metal rods are welded to the frame. The correct position of the gate helps to check the building level.

The roof of the garage is usually a gable roof. It protects well from atmospheric precipitation, and the space under it is often used to store hay or building materials.

Optimal garage for 2 cars from building blocks- pre-fabricated structure. The building material is lightweight. One block is equal in volume to six bricks. The project will cost the owner much cheaper than the previous one: not necessary pour a solid foundation, suitable for construction light version.

A frame garage for 2 cars is a structure that can protect a car from bad weather and intruders. Its benefits include the following:

• the use of environmentally friendly natural materials;
• ease of construction;
• construction speed;
• the ability to perform work in any season.

If you choose the right size of a garage for two cars, then such construction does not require huge capital investments. Can be ordered individual project in the building company. Then it will be known exactly what number of building materials you will need to purchase and what should be double garage dimensions.

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Garage size for 2 cars

When planning the construction of a garage for two cars, it is too naive to accept only a mathematical calculation of the size of the room. Before the miscalculation, it is necessary to take into account the additional factors of using the premises, as well as the dimensions of the existing (or planned acquisition) equipment. How to optimally calculate the size of a garage for 2 cars: the main nuances and principles of calculation, as well as much more, are presented in our information.

Calculation data

A garage is not just a “warehouse” for a car. It may contain additional utility rooms, as well as store parts and flammable substances. Garages, equipped with a cellar for storing vegetables and preserving, help save space on the site, and additional equipment with a viewing hole will allow you to carry out some types of repair work on your own.

In addition, the following factors must be considered:

• Building material. The thickness of the walls and possible insulation will obscure the usable area. This is especially important for small areas or when it is difficult to build the required dimensions.
• Type and number of entrance gates. In some cases, it will be more profitable to spend and purchase two products than to constantly operate a wide canvas and provide extra heat loss in a heated room.
• The optimal size of the room. The example will not always be correct in this case: "1 + 1 = 2". It is necessary to provide additional space for placing spare parts, the necessary tools and other trifles, without which it is impossible to imagine any garage for two cars.
• Garage view. For a detached building, more options for arranging a room for two cars will be possible than for a basement compartment of a residential building.
• The need for additional arrangement. Convenient all kinds of devices and places for parking and inspecting a car also require additional space, so this issue is thought out even at the stage of planning the site.

What is definitely not recommended when setting up a garage for two cars is turning entrances and difficult maneuvering paths. Such space savings will subsequently greatly interfere with the free movement of both vehicles, and will also create emergency situations when driving at the same time or in bad weather and visibility.

Optimal dimensions of the garage space

When planning a garage for two cars, it is necessary to provide for the comfortable use of every centimeter of the area. Of course, you can make a room according to the principle "the more the better", but this will not be a rational use of space.

You must be guided by the following dimensions:

1. There should be enough space between the open doors of both cars for comfortable boarding of passengers. Do not park cars close to each other, as parking errors can lead to damage.
2. The side dimensions to the nearest wall must also be within the open door. Approximately this distance can be measured independently, usually 0.9 - 1.0 meters.
3. There is a need to go around the car from all sides, without leaving the building. For this to happen as comfortably as possible, it is necessary to retreat from the length of the machine by 0.6 - 0.8 meters on each side.
4. The size of the gate is also taken into account. This is 40 centimeters on each side, the top is also considered, if necessary, from the indicator of the placement on the roof of the load.
5. The overlap material must be used with increased strength characteristics. This is due to the fact that the load on the walls will be uneven, and in the case of planning a sufficiently wide gate entrance, there is a risk of a roof collapse if the calculation is incorrect. The supporting structures are best reinforced with additional struts, which will take on the load.
6. For the convenience of using the garage, it is necessary to add to the obtained dimensions the necessary space for placing racks and shelves with tools.

An important condition for a comfortable layout is the possibility of a gradual expansion of the vehicle fleet. If in the future you plan to purchase a freight or large-sized vehicle, it will be useful to install a larger gate, or provide a place for a shed without compromising the maneuverability of the main used car.

Arrangement of the gate

It is logical to assume that for the construction of a garage for two cars it is best to put one large swing or lifting gate. This will save materials and are easier to perform from a purely technical point of view. However, this option is not always acceptable, because it has a lot of disadvantages.

Why two gates would be better:

• Less heat loss in a heated room. For unheated garages, this criterion is also important, because precipitation and foreign objects get inside when opening large doors.
• The opening-closing mechanism wears out less. This fully applies to traditional swing gates, the hinges of which also have their own margin of safety.
• It is easier and cheaper to buy two similar products than to order gates specifically for individual sizes. This method does not always work, but the increased dimensions of the flaps can lead to premature wear of such a product, as well as problems with flatness.
• The height of the cars can be different, which is not always convenient. It is advisable to provide for the possibility of unhindered parking and freight transport as well.
• If the second machine is used less often, there is an option to save on heating costs. This in no way means that the second vehicle can be pushed somewhere in the corner. Fast entry and exit of both vehicles is an important prerequisite, even from a fire safety point of view.
• A wide opening reduces the strength of the building, especially with a sufficiently large and bulky roof. The problems can be partially solved by using modern roofing materials that retain their strength parameters even with a relatively low weight.

The case when it is better to make the gate double can also be provided separately. Typically, this rule applies to semi-basement garage spaces. The entrance to such a garage can be difficult due to the small dimensions of the entrance, so the placement of two doors will be simply impossible.

As for the type of garage door, it is most convenient to use automatic lifting mechanisms. This saves time and effort, and in addition, such a system has a fairly significant service life. At the same time, swing gate options are notable for their practicality, low cost and the ability to independently open the doors in inclement weather or when the power supply is cut off. Which option is easier and more reliable is up to you, the main thing is that it is convenient to use for both car owners.

Other necessary accessories

It is impossible to imagine the arrangement of a garage for two cars without additional conveniences. Usually it all depends on the preferences of the car owner, as well as free space on the site. So that you do not have to move an already erected structure, it will be useful to find out the main parameters of the location of buildings on your own land plot in relation to other buildings and neighboring buildings and a fence.

What also needs to be foreseen for comfortable operation:

• Inspection pit. The laying of this structure takes place at the stage of pouring the foundation. You can save a little by providing only one seat, but in this case there will be some inconveniences with maneuvers.
• Cellar or basement under the garage. It can store not only traditional winter blanks, but also give it for purely technical needs, for example, to make a warehouse for fuel and lubricants. Remember to provide a good exhaust system in both rooms.
• Carport. This will come in handy in case of temporary parking, as well as create the most convenient conditions for guest cars or some household needs. If a garage for two cars is planned, then the place should be left "double".
• Internal marking of the garage space will greatly facilitate parking and avoid negative situations. This can be a marking of a parking space using colored lines, stickers, and even a paved place with colored tiles.
• An additional outbuilding, for example, a bathhouse or a place for keeping animals, will also not be in the way. This will significantly save space on the site, building materials and time. At the same time, it is imperative to provide for two separate entrances from different parts of the building, so that the households inside. the block did not get exhaust and evaporation of "automobile" substances.
• A spacious roof - an attic may well serve as a separate room for storing things or other household needs. The construction of such an element of the building will be a little more difficult than a standard shed canopy, but the costs will pay off with useful additional space.
• Concrete entrance to the garage. This site can be used as an additional parking space and repairs in the warm season. In addition, on such a sludge, it is possible to advantageously place the fixtures necessary for repair. The entrance should be widened on the sides to be able to drive up on both sides and at the same time on two cars.
• Separate entrance for the owner. This will allow the gate opening mechanism to last longer, reduce heat loss and simply use the space more comfortably.
• Storage space for seasonal tires. In the case of arranging a garage for 2 cars, this is doubled, and this is a real problem of free space. It is possible to help the arrangement of such a storage space with a competent choice of possible storage systems.

The size of a garage for 2 cars varies from various factors, so it will be useful to find out the basic parameters of a comfortable layout. So that cars do not interfere with each other, and the opening of the doors does not turn into mutual damage, it is necessary to leave sufficient space between the cars. Equipping with one or two gates is also practical, as are additional buildings for car maintenance. Many important criteria for the rational equipment of a two-car garage are discussed in detail in our information.

What should be the size of a 2 car garage?

The car has ceased to be an element of luxury. Most often, it is perceived as a necessity; without it, life for many will simply change or stop. Many families now have two cars at their disposal. And it is very convenient - someone goes to work, and in the second car another family member goes about his business. Or the two cars are versatile - the first car is a small hatchback for city trips, and the second is an SUV for frequent trips out of town.

In such a situation, the question arises - to build two garages or one, but common for cars. Naturally, most often one common garage is built, because it is much more convenient.

And also when building it is necessary to take into account many different factors.

Standard size

Before building a garage for two cars, you need to consider more than just the size of the cars you currently own. You constantly need to keep in mind the fact that your future car will be taller, longer or wider than the current one.

If you plan to own your cars for a long time, then you can safely start calculating. There are standard indicators for calculation - the size of one parking space is taken as a basis:

• width - more than 2.4 m;
• length - from 5.5 m;
• height - depends entirely on your car.

It is necessary to include in the calculations the free space between the car and the wall, as well as between the cars themselves. Usually it is half a meter. It is also necessary to calculate the height - usually it is customary to add 50 cm to the height of the tallest family member or the tallest car.Therefore, after carrying out all the calculations, you can get the minimum dimensions of a garage for two cars based on standard parameters:

• width = 50 + 240 + 50 + 240 + 50 = 630 cm;
• length = 550 cm;
• height = 220 cm.

These calculations do not take into account the make and layout of the car interior, nor the presence of additional shelves and tool cabinets. Therefore, this system of counting is used extremely rarely.

Other methods of calculating dimensions are more often used.

Individual parameters

Width selection

This dimension is one of the most important in drawing up a plan for the construction of a future garage. Everything depends on the choice of width - both the amount of building materials that will be needed in the process, and the functionality of the future structure.

Naturally, the width of the garage should not be equal to the sum of the widths of the two cars. When calculating the width, it is necessary to take into account: the width of the cars, the distance between the cars and the gap from the car to the wall. However, the garage is often used as a storage room for strollers, sleds, and bicycles. There may be a large number of racks for tools, spare parts and parts.

Length selection

Many owners of iron horses have cabinets and racks in the back of the garage. In this case, you have to increase not the width, but the length. The calculation of the length of the garage is influenced by such factors as:

• length of cars;
• it is necessary to leave 90-110 cm from the car to the gate - this will allow you to conveniently leave the garage;

• if there is a workshop in the back of the garage, it is necessary to leave 2-2.5 meters on it, in addition to parking spaces;
• if there is a back door to the courtyard or to a neighboring building, it is necessary to increase the length of the garage by 50-60 cm for easy passage.

Height selection

Most often, the height of a passenger car does not exceed the height of a person - about 180 cm. Then the calculations are carried out so that the driver can comfortably move around the room.

According to technical standards, the height of the garage should not be lower than 2 m. However, this indicator is almost never used anywhere, because it is simply inconvenient for a person with a height of 180 cm to move around the garage. The height of the ceiling is calculated taking into account the height of the car:

• add half a meter for the convenience of opening the rear door of the car;
• the presence of lighting and other devices on the ceiling is taken into account;
• height is added if there is a sliding mechanism;
• the need to create a stock.

Basic Drawings

Considering typical schemes, it is necessary to understand what are the advantages and disadvantages of each option.

The option on the left is only good if you just need to park two small cars. It's also a good option if you don't have a lot of garage space. But you cannot store anything in such a garage, and it is extremely difficult to move in it. The disadvantage is that it will be extremely problematic to place a larger car together with a second car.

The option on the right is an option for a more prepared garage to work in it. The width on each side allows for small shelving or easy opening of doors without the risk of scratching them. The length of the garage is enough for a very long car (up to 5 m), or for a workshop.

The width allows you not to worry and not think about the fact that it will be extremely crowded when replacing the car with a larger one.

Gates and their dimensions

When building a garage, it must be borne in mind that not only the walls and the roof will become the object of construction. It is also necessary to remember about the gate as an integral part of the garage. There are two gate options.

The first option is a common large gate. Their width is 5 meters or more. However, the installation of such gates is usually associated with some problems - the need to increase the stiffness of the canvas, large heat loss. To get into the garage, you need to make a separate entrance - this is better than using this large gate.

If the gate or a separate part of the general system breaks down, it will be difficult to drive the cars out of the garage - this is also a disadvantage of such a system.

But the cost of the work and the gate itself in this case will be higher than the price of a single gate.

Many experienced builders use additional tricks when building a garage and calculating its dimensions:

• If children live in the house, then it is better to increase the width of the garage. Children can open the doors of cars very abruptly and, if they are too close, doors, walls and neighboring cars can be damaged. To avoid this, it is best to make a margin of width.
• Lighting fixtures should not hang from the ceiling. Many people have a stereotype that lighting lamps should only be at the top. If necessary, all lighting or partly can be placed on the walls.

• Look into the future to see if you need to buy a larger car. If even in the near future there is no such opportunity, then remember - the garage is being built for decades, so there should be a margin for the main parameters.
• Space for cabinets, shelves and shelving should be planned. The ideal option would be if you calculate in advance the space for them and you will know exactly the parameters of the shelves and cabinets themselves. Even if you leave a stock for the shelves, not every one of them will fit well in the space allotted to it.
• When choosing the width of the gate, it is worth understanding what the entrance to the garage looks like. If the car will not enter directly, but at an angle, then the width of the gate should be increased or the design and location of the entrances should be changed.

• When storing fuels and lubricants in the garage, it is necessary to keep them only in a tightly closed container with separate ventilation. This can make adjustments to the drawing.
• The awning at the entrance to the garage will look great. Such an addition will delight the eye. When creating it, it must be remembered that the width of the awning and the width of the garage must match, and it is also desirable that the outline of the roof is identical. This will give a great aesthetic effect. The length of the awning is usually the length of the car + 60-70 cm.

Large garages are often needed for more than just parking spaces at night or in bad weather. Large garage for two cars - the ability to combine in one room and a garage, and a workshop, and a small storage room. In order for everything to work out for you, and ideas come true, carefully approach the calculations: choose the size that will satisfy all your requests and needs.

Garage for 2 cars: dimensions, layout and correct design

In the modern world, a car is no longer a luxury, but serves as a necessary means of transportation. As cars have become more affordable, most families have more than one vehicle and private home owners are forced to build garages for several cars.

In this article, we will tell you what should be the size of a garage for 2 cars and what you need to consider when planning it.

What to consider when planning a garage

Many people make a gross mistake when planning a double garage, believing that to determine the size of a room, it is enough to simply fold the width of two cars and make a small margin between them. However, these simple calculations are clearly not enough, since they do not take into account all the accompanying nuances.

When planning a garage, in addition to the dimensions of the existing cars, you need to consider such points as:

• Possibility of safe parking, as well as space for comfortable maintenance of cars;
• Provide places for temporary or permanent storage of wheels (see Storing wheels in the garage and all about it), tool kits, related equipment and other inventory;
• Type of garage doors for a car and their number;
• Consider the possibility of connecting the garage with living quarters (see. House plan with an attic and a garage);
• The optimal size of a garage for 2 cars should provide for the possibility of purchasing a car, which can have any dimensions;
• Materials and type of roof overlap in order not to have to install additional columns in the center of the garage;
• Consider the possibility of simultaneous entry of two cars.

Important. Garage doors and the size of the room should make it possible to freely operate one of the cars, while not interfering with the departure and maintenance of the other car. The best option would be to install a separate gate for each vehicle, as shown in the photo above.

Determining the size of the garage

When determining the size of the room and drawing up a plan with your own hands, you need to remember that the popular belief "the more, the better" is inappropriate in this case, since each extra meter costs a considerable amount during construction, and the unused space speaks of the irrational use of the area. Of course, you need to start from the dimensions of the cars, but you need to organize additional space around them taking into account the fact that two people, a passenger and a driver, enter the car at the same time.

Important. There should be enough free space in the front and rear of the car in the garage, which will allow you to freely move to any point in the garage without resting on the walls or the car itself. It is also important to take into account the design features of garage doors, which may also require additional space. As a rule, there is an instruction for garage doors, which indicates the necessary dimensions of free space for the normal and safe functioning of the door sections.

Garage layout for two cars

As for the external layout of the space, it will not be superfluous to provide a small covered pavilion before the entrance, which can be made of wooden or metal structures. The price of such a design is not expensive, but it will protect the car from the sun's rays during short-term parking without entering the garage.

An important point is to ensure the ability to store seasonal tires. For these purposes, it is recommended to additionally increase the height of the garage and install hanging shelves (see How to make the shelves in the garage yourself correctly). This arrangement will significantly save space and comply with the rules for storing wheels.

During planning, it is necessary to determine the type and number of gates to be installed, as well as the features of their installation. For example, if you choose Alutech sectional garage doors, then their installation requires additional space under the ceiling, where the door sections will go when opening and the associated fittings will be installed.

When planning a garage for 2 cars, the dimensions of the room should be approximately as follows:

• For two small cars the depth of the garage is not less than 5.5 m, and the width is not less than 5 meters. The height of the gate opening is not less than 2.2 meters;
• For large cars or SUVs the depth will not be less than 6.8 meters, and the width will not be less than 7 meters, the opening height will not be less than 2.6 meters.

Important. The examples shown are based on the minimum dimensions without taking into account the space for additional shelving and equipment.

Choosing a garage door

The design and dimensions of a garage for 2 cars make it possible to install one common gate or think over the installation of separate doors for each car. Each type of gate has its own advantages and disadvantages, which must be considered depending on the location of the garage.

If there are two openings in the garage, then you can install swing-type gates, which are much cheaper than sectional ones with automatic laying under the ceiling. However, they require a certain amount of space to open the shutters, which is not always possible.

If the project provides for one common arrival, then the installation of swing gates will not be justified. The dimensions of each shutter will be very large, which will increase the cost and the need to reinforce the structure of the mountings.

In addition, a large space is required to open such a door. In this case, the size of the garage for two cars allows the installation of automatic or mechanical sectional doors (see Garage overhead sectional doors and the rules for choosing automation), which, when opened, will drive along the guide rails under the ceiling.

Planning additional space

When sizing garages for 2 cars, add additional utility rooms to the building, which will store spare parts and tools for maintenance. To do this, it is enough to add 2-2.5 meters to the total area and place these rooms at the end of the building, on the opposite side from the garage door.

If the garage is made in the form of an extension to a residential block, then utility rooms are located between the garage space and the wall of the house in order to reduce the noise of running machines and reduce heat transfer.

Important. For the purpose of fire safety and the aesthetic appearance of the garage, it is recommended to separate the utility rooms with a partition and provide a separate door. In such premises, it is better to store stocks of fuels and lubricants in tightly closed and sealed containers with separate ventilation.

The information provided by us is quite enough to independently determine the size of a garage for 2 cars and draw up an individual project of the premises. To consolidate your knowledge, we suggest watching the video material.

How to choose the best size for a two-car garage?

It is difficult to say whether it is good or bad to have two cars. It is prestigious in some way, on the other hand, it is additional costs for repairs and refueling. But one thing is indisputable: if there are two cars, then it is necessary to build a separate garage for each car or one large garage for two cars.

Before proceeding with the construction of a garage for two cars, you need to decide on the dimensions of the room and deal with the project documentation.

How to create a building plan?

An experienced craftsman who has been building for years can use simple drawings made according to his own tastes and preferences. For the rest, it is better to turn to specialists. The cost of such a service is small, and a well-prepared project will be able to ensure the durability and strength of the future structure.

Professionals will take into account the suitability of the building site, will check the soil, measure the depth of freezing, determine the presence of groundwater.

If you skip this point, there will be a high risk of flooding in the off-season.

In the plan, it is necessary to calculate the length and width of the future building based on the dimensions of the vehicles, taking into account the increments and errors. When calculating the width of the garage, add up the width parameters of both cars and add 100 cm each. This will provide 50 cm on both sides of the parking spaces. This stock is necessary for free entry (exit) and for the smooth opening of doors.

You need to add about 150 cm to the length of the larger car to provide access to your trunk.

The optimal height for a 2-car garage can be calculated based on your own height.

The results obtained from these calculations reflect the size of the interior space of a standard building. Therefore, having decided on the materials for construction and decoration, it is necessary to make the appropriate allowances. If a brick is used for construction, it is worth adding about 5-10 cm to the resulting width.When using blocks, you need to add about 2 times more. If sheet material is used (one of the thinnest), when taking into account the addition of insulation, the result will be the same 5-10 cm.

In the plan, you need to indicate the location of windows, doors, gates. It is necessary to determine in advance whether racks, shelves, furniture, any large-sized tools or machines will be placed. It will be more convenient to have a garage with a separate entrance for each car. In addition, if the dimensions of the vehicles differ, the garages may be adjacent (share a common roof), but vary in size or even in height.

When the required dimensions of the room for two cars are determined, you can start calculating the size of the future gates.

Determination of door dimensions

Before installation, you need to decide whether you need two gates or one is enough. A garage for 2 cars allows both options, here it is important to rely on your preferences. It is not necessary to change the height of the garage when calculating the dimensions of the doors, since it is not directly related to the number of cars (unless, of course, one of them is a truck).

If it is decided to make one garage door for two cars, then it is better to immediately take care of the reinforced base of the structure.

It must also be remembered that frequent opening of such a large sash will make the leakage of warm air from the garage very noticeable.

The given measurements are relevant for the inner surface of the gate. To determine the size of the opening for installation, the thickness of the frame and insulation must be taken into account.

Types of gate systems

According to the opening method, all garage systems are divided into automatic and manual. The clear advantage of the latter is lower cost. In operation, everything is very clear: the opening / closing of the gate is done manually.

Automatic systems have a number of important advantages:

• convenient operation and protection from intruders;
• comfort and time saving (because the system can be controlled remotely);
• control of this mechanism can be configured even from a mobile phone (for this, a special program must be installed on the phone);
• the technical condition of the automation can also be monitored by a mobile phone.

But there are also a few downsides:

• there is a danger of intercepting the signal that comes from the console to the receiver;
• neighbors may have a device that works at the same frequency as the receiver from the garage (in this case, you can be protected by changing the frequency of the receiver).

And the main disadvantage of any automation is the dependence of the system on the supply of electricity. In the absence of light, opening and closing the garage will become impossible. But even in this case, there is a solution. A manual unlocking system can be configured. Manufacturers usually include such an option in an additional package.

There are 5 main types of gate systems:

• swing;
• retractable;
• sectional;
• swing-lifting;
• roller shutters.

Swinging

The most common type of gate is swing gate. Often these are one or two doors that can be opened remotely using the remote control. Such gates are easy to assemble on your own, but they require additional space in front of the garage. But today the popularity of this type is gradually decreasing. This is probably due to the high cost of automatic swing systems.

Minuses:

• limiting the width of the gate;
• the need to clear snow during heavy snowfalls.

Recoil

Sliding systems will help compensate for the problem with additional space, because in their system the sash moves away from the opening. During opening, the gate is able to move left and right along the surface of the fence. The mechanism involves guides that are attached to the power parts. The movement is provided by roller bearings installed inside the beam.

Advantages:

• quality work in any weather;
• you do not need to fully open the gate;
• the width of the gate can be up to 12 meters;
• installation of the structure is easy to carry out manually.

The disadvantages of the retractable system include the need for free space for installation and the fact that the mechanism may not work with an uneven surface.

Sectional

Sectional garage systems are not dangerous for the car, they cannot touch and damage equipment with doors, as, for example, other structures.

Advantages:

• the territory is freed from both sides of the garage;
• high reliability;
• operation in any weather is possible;
• possibility of installation for absolutely any opening width;
• installation of thermal insulation is possible.

Disadvantages:

• low reliability of the blade, because there is no hard metal;
• the complexity of the design - in case of a breakdown, the help of a specialist will be required.

Swivel-lifting

Such models provide speed of action and significantly save space. Their distinguishing feature is their one-piece construction, which fully protects the entrance. The work of the system looks like moving the gate from a vertical position to a horizontal one.

Minuses:

• installation is possible exclusively in rectangular openings;
• there is a danger when the gate is raised, as it protrudes forward by about a meter.

Roller shutters

Rolling shutters are made of plates, which, when closed, are wound by a special large shaft and hidden in the cylinder. Here it is worth considering the size of this cylinder and provide free space for its placement. Such a system can be installed in almost any opening without any special preparatory work. But in this case, it must be remembered that the roller shutters retain very little heat, which makes their installation reasonable only in cool rooms.

Of the minuses, it is possible to note the impossibility of arranging a wicket, therefore, a separate entrance must be planned for the garage. During winter, the main metal mechanism may freeze and malfunction.

When choosing, it is worth remembering the shortcomings of sectional and roller shutter systems. Both designs are not strong enough and have rather weak insulation.

After choosing a suitable design and determining the dimensions, you can safely proceed to the start of construction. It is only worth considering that all serious shortcomings and miscalculations will affect the final result. Fixing some of them is likely to be very problematic or impossible. But this does not mean that there is no need to learn!

You can learn how to build a frame garage with your own hands from the video below.

When planning the construction of a garage for two cars, many proceed from the mathematical equality 1 + 1 = 2. However, simply summing up the dimensions of the machines to create a comfortable box is not enough. Only after thinking over all the accompanying tasks that will help you solve this structure, you can start drawing up a project.

What questions do the owner need to decide before a two-car garage is built?

There are many of them:

• Optimal dimensions of the premises (convenient parking, inspection and maintenance of the car);
• Possibility of storing car tires, tools and household equipment;
• Number, size and type of entrance gates (swing, sliding, up-and-over);
• The need to combine a garage with a house, utility block or with a bath;
• Wall material (brick, foam blocks, sandwich, timber);
• Floor type (reinforced concrete panels, monolithic concrete, wooden beams);
• Roof type (mansard, hip or pitched).

Optimal dimensions

The everyday principle "the more the better" for a garage is not always justified. Empty space is a sign of waste of money. Therefore, it is necessary to clearly determine the optimal dimensions of a garage for 2 cars and adhere to them when drawing up a project and an estimate.

A Russian proverb advises to start the dance from the stove. With regard to the garage, this means that all its dimensions must be tied to the dimensions of the stored vehicles. A preliminary calculation must be made based on the most uncomfortable situation: the driver, along with the passengers, gets into one of the cars.

What is the main problem with an ultra-compact room layout? When you try to get into the car from the right or left side, you simply cannot open its doors.

From this situation follows the first rule of the garage layout: there must be a "gap" between the cars, equal to the width of the fully open car door plus 10-15 cm for the parking error. You can measure this distance yourself, or you can trust the experience of the owners who have already done this work. They claim that 0.9 meters of distance between the sides of the cars is enough to open doors without bumps or scratches.

There should also be enough free space from the side walls of the garage to the driver's and passenger's doors to get out of the car (0.6-0.8 meters).

The third point: between the front and rear parts of the car, you need to leave a passage sufficient so that a person, without wiping the wall and dust from the car, can move to any point in the garage. This distance ranges from 0.5 to 0.6 meters.

So, the cars are in their places, but how are things going with us? If you do not want to wrinkle the car body on the door frame, take a few minutes to this question. Knowing the width of your car, add to it 40 cm on each side and you will not have any problems at the entrance (in a sober mind and with a clear memory).

Gate height is another stumbling block for beginners. Here, the main canon of ergonomics is the average height of a person (1 meter 75 cm) plus 20 cm of reserve for "friends-basketball players". However, we will do smarter and look to the future. If you are going to renew your fleet in the coming years with the purchase of a minibus, then plan the gate height sufficient for its entry. The extra row of masonry walls has not ruined anyone yet, but it has eliminated the need to park a tall car in the open air.

Let's say a few words about parking in the yard. If you intend to acquire a major garage for two cars, then an extension of a covered shed near one of its walls will not be superfluous.

This will solve two problems at once:

• Parking of vehicles, oversized for garage doors;
• Optimal protection of the car from the sun and precipitation without entering the garage.

The height of the garage box can be chosen arbitrarily, but preferably not less than 2.5 meters. This will allow you to place shelves in it for storing winter rubber and will provide enough space for installing shelving.

Summing up the results of the internal layout of the garage for two cars, let's name its optimal dimensions:

• Width 5 meters and depth not less than 5.5 meters (for two small cars);
• Width 7 meters and depth 6.8 meters (for minibus and SUV);
• Gate height 2.1 meters (for light vehicles) and 2.5 meters for tall minibuses and SUVs;
• Gate width (minimum 2.3 and maximum 2.5 meters).

Those who want to install overhead or roller shutter gates should consult with the suppliers of these structures before starting to erect walls. The mounting of the rails and the hoist requires a certain amount of space under the ceiling. You need to know its dimensions in advance and make adjustments to the project.

When thinking about whether to build a garage with one or two gates, you need to carefully weigh the pros and cons of each option:

General lift-and-turn entrance gates allow you to get by with one set of automation. Despite this, the final cost will be quite high (manufacturers classify them as non-standard designs and increase the price by 20-30% per 1m2). Swing gates are simpler in design and cheaper, but less convenient to operate. Therefore, for car owners who are not experiencing a shortage of funds, we advise you to install two standard sets of automatic overhead gates in your garage.

When planning the internal dimensions of the garage, one must not forget about the type of floor that will be used. For hollow reinforced concrete slabs and wooden beams, a 5.5 meter box depth is optimal, as it leaves enough room to support them against the wall. If you need a room with dimensions of 7x7 meters, then you will have to abandon the beams (the standard for cutting wood is a maximum of 6 meters). Prefabricated reinforced concrete panels are also suitable in this case, since they are produced in lengths of more than 6 meters.

You can use the option of supporting the slabs on beams mounted on internal columns. However, in this case, the overlap will be more expensive, and the useful height of the room will decrease.

Combination options

If there is no utility block and bathhouse on the territory of the estate, then the functions of the garage can be expanded by providing a place for these premises in it. Thus, saving of materials, working time is achieved and a compact functional area for men's recreation and household work is created.

There is no particular difficulty in building a 2 car garage with a utility unit. By expanding the box by only 2-2.5 meters, we will get a place for a storage room, a pumping station, a mini-sauna or a bathroom with a shower. The latter convenience is especially important in the case of a large distance from the garage from the house.

Another popular combination is a house with a garage for 2 cars. If the ground conditions of the site allow, then the autobox can be completely placed in the basement floor. With a high level of groundwater, the best option is to add a garage to the house.

In this case, a doorway must be provided in the common wall and the floor elevation in the extension must be calculated so that the height difference between the house and the garage is minimal.

A garage roof is another structure that can be tailored for a variety of needs, from temporary living to storing household items. Materials for it will not require much more than for the construction of a lean-to. A spacious attic is a useful "bonus" that will pay off all the costs.

Regarding wall insulation, I would like to say the following. If you do not need to do repair work in the garage box in the winter, then do not spend extra money on thermal insulation and heating. Entry from cold air into a warm garage negatively affects the condition of the car (condensation drops out in the internal cavities of the body, sharply activating the corrosion processes). Long-term observations have shown that one year of storing a car in a warm box (with frequent arrivals) is equivalent to three years of being in a cold garage. Conclusions, as they say, do it yourself.

Building materials

Here the choice is not limited by anything, although it is better to use brick for construction in a limited way, only for front facing of walls. Putting the whole garage out of it is expensive and time-consuming. It is better to combine this material with large blocks of wood concrete, foam, gas or cinder concrete.

A frame made of wood with insulation with a semi-rigid minelite and siding is a profitable and high-speed option.

Foam-insulated OSB boards are also suitable for sheathing the load-bearing frame.

The easiest way to do this is to fold a cell block garage for two cars and finish the walls with inexpensive plaster. In this case, do not forget to make a monolithic reinforced concrete belt for the installation of floor slabs.

If your house is built of timber, then this material can be used to build a garage box. If you do not store tons of gasoline in it, do not do electric or gas welding, then a wooden blockhouse is a good option for a car shelter.

Two cars for a family is not a luxury at all, but rather an urgent need. If you live in the suburbs or outside the city, then getting to work, school, supermarket is sometimes possible only by your own transport. After purchasing a second car, many are faced with a problem, or with the expansion of the garage space. for two cars for comfortable and safe use? The article below will help you find the answer to this and some other questions.

Before you start designing a two-car garage, decide whether the room will serve other purposes. There is no better place to do minor repairs than your garage.
The more appointments, the more territory you will have to occupy. The main factor in determining the area of ​​the garage will be the dimensions of the cars it contains.
Accepted standards for one parking space:

• Width - not less than 2.3 m;
• Length - more than 5.5 m;
• Height - 2.2 m (taking into account the body height).

Knowing this, you can calculate the dimensions of a double garage.
Make the distance to the walls at least 60 cm. Between the side parts of the cars - 0.9 m. Open doors should not interfere with each other and passengers sitting down. The height of the block for passenger cars is 2.2 - 2.5 m.

Advice! If you are planning to purchase a minibus or SUV, the height from the floor to the protruding elements of the ceiling is at least 3 m.

Convenient when the height of the garage door and the room is the same. Then there will be no problems with entry. The width of the entrance can be determined by adding 40 cm to the dimensions of the machine on each side.

Based on this, the optimal dimensions of a garage for 2 cars will be approximately as follows:

• garage width - 5 m, depth 5.5 m. (for two small cars)
• garage width - 7 m, length 6.8 m. (for minibus and jeep)

If your goal is a two-car garage with households. block, the dimensions will be slightly larger.

We select the type of door for a garage for two places

You can make one swing or one lift-and-rotate structure. It is better to make the width of the opening 6 meters. Entering a garage with one gate will give you more freedom to maneuver.

One set of automation is required for the installation of general overhead gates. But manufacturers define them to a number of non-standard, as a result of which, and the high cost of the product. Like sectional roller shutters, the up-and-over structure will take up some space under the ceiling. These values ​​are checked with the manufacturer in advance and entered into the project. The gate drive can be either automatic or manual.

It is not very convenient to operate a swing structure of this size, although this option will cost an order of magnitude cheaper. Often they are made by the owners themselves. Structures can be made of metal, wood or plastic. It is desirable to have a wicket in such gates.
If your project has a garage with two gates, then it is most convenient to use standard sets of automatic lifting structure. They are installed with a distance of 1 meter. Each of the openings is not less than 2.7 m. Such a device is useful when one garage, for example, is rented out.

How and what material to choose?

To build a garage with your own hands, you need to pick up the material. This could be:

• Brick
• Wooden beams
• Different types of blocks
• Sandwich panels

A frame garage is built quickly and relatively inexpensively. The frame material can be wood or metal corner. The wooden frame is insulated with hard mineral slabs and sheathed with siding. For cladding, OSB boards or foam-insulated sandwich panels are suitable. A good way out is to assemble a metal garage, sheathed with steel sheets. With proper installation and insulation, the structure can be designed for several machines and a utility room.

More projects of garages for 2 cars can be seen from cellular blocks. The structure is finished with plaster. An important point - you need a belt of concrete with reinforcement for floor slabs.
A garage built of wooden beams looks very dignified. Refractory impregnation, will make it fireproof.

Since the dimensions of a garage for 2 cars are not small, it is doubly unreasonable to build it with brick. Not only is it time-consuming and expensive, walls like these are poor defense against intruders.

Varieties of layout

On your site, a garage for 2 cars with a utility block can be attached to the house. Look at the photo. This will save space and free access to machines. If the construction site is new, study the features of the soil and the communications network. With a large area, you can increase the size of the garage for two cars. Install a covered canopy. This will create a small personal parking lot. When measuring and counting, observe the accuracy and some accepted provisions.
The dimensions of such a garage for two cars will be something like this:

• Depth - 6 m
• Width - 8 m

Utility space will come out with an area of ​​about 15 m2. Part can be set aside for a barn, and the rest of the meters for a mini-sauna and a bathroom.
Experts will be able to help you choose the optimal garage size for your case. Remember the longevity and safety of your project.