What is a Garage Apron? Does Your House Need One?
If you have a vehicle with low ground clearance, you’ve probably scraped your front spoiler on the curb once or twice. Driveway aprons help the transition from the street to …
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How to Store Things in a Damp Garage
When I moved into our current home, we immediately started storing things in our garage because we didn’t have enough closet space. Unfortunately, the garage was so damp that some of …
Installing a Garage Utility Sink? Read this First!
We don’t usually think of having a sink in the garage. Still, if you’re here, you are obviously considering making this helpful improvement. Let’s learn about the three best utility …
How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Garage: Best Killers and Repellents
What has eight legs and scares the crap out of most people? Spiders. Spiders choose to live in dark areas filled with lots of stuff – like your garage. I …
Carport vs Garage: Which is Better? [Cost, Differences]
Depending on where you live, you may not have room for a garage, but you still want to protect your car. Carports protect your vehicle from snow, rain, leaves, and …
Learn How to Store Car Seats: 6 Quick & Easy Tips
The garage is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a safe place to store your unused car seats. But there are some essential steps to take before you store …
Can you Cool a Garage with a Portable Air Conditioner?
I’d love to spend my free summer days fixing a classic car in my garage. But living in Florida, my garage quickly becomes unbearable during the hot summer days. I …
Garage Toy Storage Made Simple
Your kids accumulate a lot of toys, and you may need help finding a place to store them all. Even if you keep your kid’s toys in your garage, they …
Faced or Unfaced Insulation in Garages: Which is Right?
When I insulated my garage, one of the first decisions I had to make was between faced vs. unfaced garage insulation. Although it was easy to tell the difference between …
Do Garage Outlets Need to Be GFCI Protected?
Are GFCI outlets required for outlets in your garage? What about garage lights and garage door opener outlets? What is GFCI anyway? Worrying about GFCI outlets may seem like an …
Can You Put Solar Panels on a Garage Roof?
Solar power is becoming more affordable and easier to install in our homes. Some homeowners, especially those with detached garages, wonder if they can install solar panels on their garage …
Garage Tire Storage Ideas: Tips, Tricks, & Solutions [Infographic]
Whether you’ve got a spare set of tires for the snow or a set for the track, anyone passionate about our cars is looking for a better way to store …
How to Store Christmas Lights: Avoid the Holiday Tangle
I used to store my Christmas lights in a couple of large totes. It also held our garland, ornaments, tablecloths, and one freaky nutcracker (I hate those things). Typically, my …
Why Your Garage Needs Ventilation [Even If Not Required]
I recently re-stained my wood patio furniture inside my garage. Even with the garage door open, the fumes were overpowering. After only a few minutes, I had to walk outside …
Can I Put a Floor Drain in My Garage?
When I bought my house, the builder said that my concrete garage floor was sloped, so any water runs directly outside. It doesn’t. I wanted to know if I could …
Is This Accessory Compatible With Kobalt K-Rail? [Tested]
Welcome to my third installment in the “is this accessory compatible” series. Today we’re going to be looking at the Kobalt K-Rail track system. If you go to Lowe’s as …
Best Curb Ramps For Driveways & Garages
If you own a lowered sports car, you’re probably used to the scraping sound as you pull into your driveway. But what if there was a way to make that …
Top Garage Door Manufacturers: The Ultimate List
Buying a new garage door can be a tricky process. There are so many options on the market, and you need to figure out how to compare garage door manufacturers …
How To Cool a Garage With a Fan the Right Way
Nobody likes a hot garage, but thankfully, there are quite a few solutions to keep garages cool. One of those solutions is simple and cost-effective: use a fan. Contrary to …
Should I Insulate My Garage? [Attached & Detached]
I’ve taken the time to frame, insulate and drywall my garage walls, so I often get asked, would I do it again? Is insulating your garage worth it? Do I …
How To Fix & Resurface A Pitted Concrete Garage Floor
Before upgrading your garage flooring, you need to fix or repair any issues with your existing floor. That usually means fixing concrete cracks, pitting, or spalling. We’ll cover the three …
Is Air Conditioning Your Garage Worth It? [Pros & Cons]
No one likes a hot garage. It only took me living through one summer in Florida before I wondered if I should air condition my garage. It may seem like …
How To Keep Epoxy Floors Shiny [Polishing & Restoring Shine]
If you have an epoxy floor, you know it can lose its shine over time. This happens naturally with regular use, especially if your epoxy floor is in a high-traffic …
Garage Wall Panels: What Are Your Best Options?
Next to the floor, the best way to transform your garage is to upgrade the walls. Garage wall panels can be decorative, functional, or a little bit of both. Paneling …
Is Garage Floor Replacement Better Than a Repair?
If you’re thinking of repairing or replacing your garage floor, you might wonder which one will be better for your home. After all, it’s a big decision! Here’s what you …
Top 10 Garden Tool Storage Systems for Easy Organization
I was never really that into gardening until I bought my first house. So I had no idea how many garden tools I’d accumulate in a few short years. I …
Best Small Shop Vac for Home & Garage
I don’t do enough in my garage to have piles of sawdust surrounding me, but leaves, dirt, and other debris seem to find their way into my workspace. I was …
Best Air Compressor for Home Garage
Your dream garage is all set up, but what about the air compressor? Do you have the right one to power your air tools? A garage air compressor should have …
How to Insulate a Garage [Overview]
Since I bought my house a few years ago, I’ve made a few big improvements to my garage. By far, the two best decisions I made were to upgrade the …