It's time to frame and drywall the garage. This is it: The biggest home improvement project I've ever started, and I'm a little nervous. In theory it's not that difficult. My only problem is that my garage is unfinished cinder block on three of the walls. So I'm going to have to frame garage walls over concrete, which makes it a little more challenging. Don't worry, … [Read more...] about How to Frame Garage Walls Over Concrete (DIY Guide with Photos)
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How to Install Gladiator GearTrack on Concrete or Drywall
If your garage is a disaster area, getting organized can seem like a monumental undertaking. A quick way to make some progress is by getting your tools up off the garage floor - especially your garden tools. I chose to use the Gladiator GearTrack, which is one of the more popular garage track systems, but there are several different brands to choose from. See why I … [Read more...] about How to Install Gladiator GearTrack on Concrete or Drywall
How to Waterproof Your Garage Walls with Drylok (With Photos)
It may be the Sunshine State, but it rains in Florida every now and then. It’s a little humid sometimes too… After Hurricane Irma passed through town, it took weeks for the water to drain away. I spent a lot of time wading through more than my share of puddles (small lakes, really). So when I started to drywall my garage, the first thing I thought about was how to keep … [Read more...] about How to Waterproof Your Garage Walls with Drylok (With Photos)
How to Quickly Replace Garage Door Rollers
If you hear a horrible grinding noise as your garage door shudders up the track when you open it, you should definitely look at replacing the rollers. Plastic garage door rollers come standard with many new homes. They're even installed by many aftermarket companies as a cost-saving measure. They're only meant to last as long as your warranty and often fail soon after it's … [Read more...] about How to Quickly Replace Garage Door Rollers
Lubricating a Garage Door in 5 Minutes (Or Less)
Every now and then my garage door gets a little noisy or sluggish. Like most things, the metal parts of your garage door needs a little preventative maintenance to keep working the way it should. Lubricating your garage door at least once a year should be part of that process. But first... What Should You Use to Lubricate Your Garage Door? You're probably used to … [Read more...] about Lubricating a Garage Door in 5 Minutes (Or Less)
