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Tuesday, February 28th, 2012
One of the finest ways to completely organize your garage is to begin with a complete garage storage and wall organization system. This will dedicate an entire wall to the organization of your garage and almost feel as if you have a completely new space.
This storage solution is ideal if you have—or would like to have—a workspace or tool bench housed within your garage organization. The workspace is the center of the cabinet system, and all cabinets can be built around it.
Once your workspace is established, begin filling your cabinets with the garage storage you find most problematic. Store all yard tools or long, awkward equipment in the tall cabinet. The smaller, more conventionally sized cabinets are good for the rest of your garage storage, but be sure to group similar items together so you can remember what is where.
The wall panel behind this system allows you to move the cabinets for customized wall storage, and it also becomes a piece of your storage solution itself. Allow a little room on the outside of your cabinet to hang hooks for the garden hose, ladder, or fire extinguisher. Whatever your garage storage needs are, they should be easily solved with the cabinet system.
Tags: Flow Wall, Garage Cabinets, garage organization, Garage Shelves, garage storage, storage, storage hooks, tool organization, tool storage, Wall Panel, wall storage
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012
Recently we organized our warehouse space at CEVA using FLOW WALL® Panels, Shelves and Hard Storage Bins. Our problem was that we had a lot of customer service items getting lost in the shelves. Rather than give up shelf space, attached FLOW WALL to the end of the racks by bolting right into steel.
Here is the step by step on adding FLOW WALL® to your warehouse racking:
For this installation we used a 6pack of 8ft panels, some hard bins and older style shelves. We will probably replace these later with the new metal bracket shelves.
To complete this installation we used Crown Bolt #12-24 x 1 ½” Metal screw and bolts and ¼” flat washers we picked up from Home Depot. We also had a 3/8” metal drill bit to penetrate the racking where needed to keep our installation level. Note that the racking holes did not always line up.
We started with this pallet rack end, with two sets of 40in deep pallet racks connected two deep. Total width was exactly 96 in, perfect for the 8ft panels.
STEP 1: Hang the first panel using one of the existing holes. TO align the opposite side, we had to drill through the panel and through the rack. Where possible we stay in the slat, but sometime we went through the panel to align an existing pallet rack adjustment hole. See how we used the washers to keep our installation flush and panel snugly to the rack.
STEP 2: Grow your wall vertically – we went 5 panels high.
STEP 3: Add your accessories
STEP 4: Organize your wall
This installation took Jason and I less than 30 minutes and turned an empty rack end into clean, fluid and functional space. Organize with FLOW WALL®. We did and we love it.
For additional email me Lenny@flowwall.com
Tags: Flow Wall, garage organization, garage storage, Simple Storage, storage, storage bins, storage hooks, tool organization, tool storage, Wall Panel, wall storage, warehouse organization
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Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
To have a well-organized garage, it’s best to know what kind of garage storage organizer you are. Having wall panels line your wall storage gives you the advantage to custom-build your garage organization based on the dynamics of your home. If you have small children, utilize your garage storage on a daily or weekly basis, or if you have any kind of work station in your garage, bins might be your best garage storage solution.
Bins also slide in and out of your wall storage panels very easily, and they come in many sizes for your specific needs. It’s best to use bins within arms reach, for things that can easily be tossed into storage, which is why they are perfect for children who use the garage. The small bins are ideal for little pieces used at a work station, keeping it as organized as the rest of the garage.
Knowing what works best for you is the most important idea to keep in mind when organizing your garage. For many, bins are the garage storage solution they have been looking for.
Tags: clutter, de-cluttering, Flow Wall, Garage Cabinets, garage organization, garage storage, Simple Storage, storage, storage bins, tool storage, Wall Panel, wall storage
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Monday, February 6th, 2012
Saturdays are precious, and the last thing most people want to do is spend it all in the garage. If your garage organization is in need of some attention, here are a few things that you can do under six hours in your garage to get your garage storage into shape.
- Install wall panels. This can actually be done in under an hour. Wall storage is the most efficient and best of space for your garage storage, and wall panels are the easiest and most functional means to garage wall storage.
- Cabinets. Again, this can probably be done in an hour as long as you have wall panels installed. Line your cabinets along your wall storage as it makes sense. It’s usually best to keep all your cabinets near each other for your own convenience.
- Shelves. This easy job can be done in under an hour, and again, this is an essential piece to wall storage.
- Load it up. Give yourself two to three hours for this one depending on the mass of garage storage you have accumulated. Begin filling your cabinets and shelves, and watch your garage organize before your eyes.
There are many other solutions to wall storage, these are just a few and probably the ones that will cost you the least amount of time, but buy you the most amount of garage organization
Tags: bicycle storage, Flow Wall, Garage Cabinets, garage organization, Garage Shelves, garage storage, Organize in 6 hours, Planning Services, Simple Storage, storage, storage hooks, tool storage, Wall Panel, wall storage
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Monday, January 30th, 2012
Ever wonder why so many garage organization projects fail? While we may never understand the true answer to garage organizational failure, we can take a few guesses. Here’s one theory boiled down in unscientific terms:
When most homeowners start to organize their garages, they realize that they have so much stuff and not enough space to store it in. Even if you’ve adopted minimalist, slash-and-burn tactics to throw everything way that you possibly can, you may realize that you still don’t have to space to keep everything you want.
Consider installing extra garage storage space. You don’t have to be a skilled carpenter, and you don’t have to pay a fortune. Garage cabinets, shelving, and storage bins are affordable and easier to install than you might think. But first, take into account all the extra space at your disposal for wall storage. Also, decide where you can install hooks, shelves, and cabinets.
If you’ve created a plan for organizing your garage, taken inventory of everything you own, and you’re still lost, go online and look at some of the garage organizational systems people have installed. A little inspiration and some ingenuity can go a long way when it comes to organizing your garage.
Tags: de-cluttering, Flow Wall, Garage Cabinets, garage organization, Garage Shelves, garage storage, Simple Storage, storage, storage bins, storage planning, tool storage, Wall Panel, wall storage
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Friday, January 27th, 2012
So you’ve decided to organize your garage. Keep in mind that you can substitute any other part of your home for “garage” here. We’ll just refer to “garage organization” for simplicity’s sake.
So you’ve rolled up your sleeves, visited flowwall.com and looked at our planning guide, and you’ve got all the motivation in the world. But all of the sudden you realized there’s a lot of stuff in there! You’ve probably got mountains of tools, boxes of hand-me-downs, half a dozen cabinets fool of who knows what, and a pile of bikes, toys, and lawn gear.
Don’t panic. Don’t hide under your bed.
One of the simplest ways to fight garage organizational fear is to take inventory (after you’ve taken several deep, relaxing breaths). Actually finding out what you have inside your garage is the best way to start organizing it. Find a pad of paper and write down how many bikes you own, how many power drills you have (and how many you need). You’re going to have to find storage solutions for everything cluttering your garage, and it’s best to know what you have in order to find out what you’re going to need.
Tags: clutter, de-cluttering, Flow Wall, Garage Cabinets, garage organization, Garage Shelves, garage storage, Planning Services, Simple Storage, storage, storage bins, storage hooks, storage planning, tool organization, tool storage, Wall Panel, wall storage
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Monday, January 16th, 2012
Garage organization—any organizing for that matter—can seem a little daunting. Okay, let’s face it—it IS daunting. Most people spend a few years accumulating a life’s worth of stuff, and then in a moment of inspiration we decide to clean it all up, de-clutter our lives, and use that much needed garage space for nobler ambitions (like actually using it to park our cars in). But we get discouraged when we realize that garage organization is a bigger task than we want it to be.
While garage organization isn’t ever easy, it’s extremely rewarding. The trick is making a plan and knowing (believe it or not) where to start planning. Consider visiting www.flowwall.com before you begin. We’ve compiled a handy guide to help you start any garage organization project. You can download it for free. Use it to sketch your garage, make a list of the garage storage items you might need along with any wall storage you could use.
Like any major project, getting started is half the battle. Fortunately you’ve got a whole bunch of people at Flow Wall who are absolutely crazy (we’ve learned to accept this) about garage organization, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Tags: Flow Wall, Garage Cabinets, garage organization, garage storage, Planning Services, Simple Storage, Starter Sets, storage bins, storage hooks, wall storage
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Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
Now that the dust has settled and you’ve had a chance to clean up the wrapping paper and work off a few holiday pounds, it’s time to officially welcome 2012.
If you’re like us, you’ve got high hopes for the new year, and you probably have a list of resolutions to match. As you peruse that list of resolutions, we’re here to remind you that there is no time like the present to organize your home (and that includes your garage).
That’s right. Garage organization doesn’t have to wait for Spring. Whether you need more space to store those new tools you just unwrapped, or you want some extra space to start up a new hobby of finish a project, garage organization can start 2012 off on the right foot. If organizing your garage isn’t already on that list of resolutions, add it. If you’re not sure where to start, we’re here to help. From wall storage solutions to general organization tips, we’ll cover project-by-project tips and solutions over the next year.
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Friday, January 6th, 2012
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Labeling is like the icing on the garage organizational cake. But even if your garage isn’t the organized paradise you’d like it to be, you can still implement labeling into your garage storage at any stage.
Labeling requires thought and strategy to what garage storage is being put where. But it is not the first step in garage organization.
You must first divide your garage storage into logical categories. Organize these how you would like: on shelves, up the wall, in storage bins, etc. Once your things have been divided and logically placed; get to labeling areas like sports, camping, shoes, toys, holiday, etc.
Wall storage will be best benefited by labeling. If your walls are lined with shelves, organize each self methodically, and then label accordingly. It may seem simple, but it will require you to put more thought into your garage storage. Putting more thought into your garage storage will naturally create better storage that will remain in tact for longer.
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Friday, December 9th, 2011
With the holidays approaching, Christmas boxes will be dug out of garage storage everywhere, meaning it’s the perfect time to minimize some of that holiday storage.
Holiday decorations can take up a lot of space in your garage storage. Many people utilize the garage for holiday décor because most of the decorations are resistant to the elements. This is convenient for your Christmas storage, but unfortunate for your garage storage. These items can be bulky, take up a lot of space, and remain in place for 11 months of the year.
This Christmas, as you round up your boxes and bins, make sure you take everything out. Examine all your decorations, and throw out those things you no longer need or care about, and make sure you’re not unnecessarily keeping things that are broken or unused.
It’s important to recognize the things that consume most of your garage storage and to periodically evaluate how often they are used, determining if they are worth the space. Take a break this Christmas from baking and wrapping to comb through your garage storage and give yourself an organized garage for the holidays.
Tags: Christmas Decoration Storage, clutter, de-cluttering, Flow Wall, Garage Cabinets, garage organization, Garage Shelves, garage storage, Simple Storage, storage, storage bins, Wall Panel, wall storage
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