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Turn your garage into the perfect WORKSHOP
The Home Handyman
|September/October 2022
A garage can be a perfect workshop that can cater all your hobbies in style. It is not just concerned with stashing supplies and tools but is a place where you can perform work that you love the most and stay relaxed all the time.
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The following are some ideas for people who are planning to transform their garage into a creative workshop.
Light up your garage:
Most of the old garage designs we see today do not have electricity at all. There are also modern garages that have a single unit or limited power supply. If you really want to create a perfect workshop, make sure you have a dedicated power supply for your garage. Keep a generator or other similar power sources for keeping the place bright and powered up all the time.
The work surface:
In order to perform work effectively, make sure that you have a sturdy work surface that should be durable and accessible to all your needs. A well-designed work surface can manage all of your typical projects at home in style. The work surface is not just concerned with performing the work but also comes in real handy in keeping supplies and tools for work, so choose wisely.
Storage capacity:
This is probably the most important feature for designing a well-planned workshop in your garage. To work effectively, you need good storage facility. Cabinets, storage bins, wall mounted hooks, shelves and other gadgets can help you keep all your supplies organised. This will not only help in creating additional space but will also allow you to work with more freedom and efficiency throughout the time.
Rolling work shelves:
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