6 Amazing Garage Makeovers
A garage without any organization plan can quickly devolve into a chaotic mess of odds and ends. It happens to the best of us!
A garage should be a safe and functional space, but for many retired homeowners, it becomes a daily struggle. Cluttered storage, hard-to-reach items, and unsafe flooring can make it difficult to navigate, turning what should be a place of independence into a source of stress. That’s why Garage Living is proud to lead the Garage Improvement Day initiative: to transform garages and improve the quality of life for those who need it most. Garage Living’s Garage Improvement Day campaign will run from May 1, 2025, to June 16, 2025. 1. The dangers of garage clutter For retired homeowners, clutter is more than just an inconvenience, it’s a safety risk. Mobility challenges, reduced flexibility, and everyday garage hazards create an environment prone to accidents. Here’s how garage clutter affects daily life: Trip and fall risks: Boxes, tools, and poorly stored items can lead to serious injuries. Fire hazards: Flammable materials like old paint, gasoline, and chemicals stored haphazardly increase fire risks. Pest infestations: Cluttered corners provide the perfect hiding spots for rodents and insects. Lost time & frustration: Digging through a messy garage to find a simple tool or seasonal item is frustrating and exhausting. 2. The risks of poor garage flooring Uneven, cracked, or slippery garage flooring poses serious dangers, especially for seniors. Common flooring problems include: Slippery surfaces: Dust, oil spills, and water create major slip-and-fall hazards. Cracks and uneven concrete: Mobility aids like walkers and wheelchairs become difficult to use on rough flooring. Dust and air quality issues: Bare concrete sheds dust, which can trigger allergies and respiratory issues. Difficult maintenance: Stained and damaged floors are hard to clean, increasing the likelihood of falls and accidents. 3. How a safer garage transforms lives A well-organized and safe garage isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s about improving quality of life. Here’s how a transformed garage can make a difference: Independence and mobility: Safer flooring, accessible storage, and clear pathways empower seniors to move freely and confidently in their garages, reducing the risk of accidents and enhancing their daily routines. More room for passions: Whether it’s gardening, restoring classic cars, woodworking, or simply enjoying a stress-free space, a well-organized garage gives homeowners the freedom to do what they love without obstacles. Peace of mind for families: Knowing a loved one has a secure and accessible space reduces worry for family members. Adds value to the home: A well-maintained garage is a major asset, whether staying in the home or considering future resale. 4. Be a part of Garage Improvement Day 2025! Do you know a retired homeowner who deserves a safer, more accessible garage? Garage Improvement Day is your chance to nominate someone for a life-changing transformation! How to enter: Submit their story and explain how a safer garage would improve their life. Share a short video of their current garage setup. Spread the word! Help us reach more people by sharing this initiative with friends and family. Remember! Garage Living’s Garage Improvement Day will run from May 1, 2025, to June 16, 2025. A safer garage starts here At Garage Living, we believe every homeowner deserves a space that works for them, not against them. Through Garage Improvement Day, we’re making garages safer, more functional, and better suited for retirement living. Nominate a loved one today and help us make a difference!
A garage without any organization plan can quickly devolve into a chaotic mess of odds and ends. It happens to the best of us!
Garage Living was invited this year to participate in The Yorkville Exotic Car Show on Father’s Day in support of men’s prostate cancer. Honoured to be invited, we gladly accepted and set out to find an interesting and unique way to display our high quality products.
Here are some of the steps and considerations to be taken by anyone DIY’ing a garage floor resurfacing project, including when the best time of year is to do this job.
Garage floors need to be durable and tough but that doesn’t mean that you have to stick to bare concrete. In fact, there are several options to improve the aesthetics of your space. An attractive garage floor is a good idea for two main reasons: First, it transforms an otherwise limited space into a truly functional extra room. Second, it will increase the resale value of your home.
Sometimes a finished slab of concrete has significant imperfections and knowing how to repair the slab is a builder or homeowner’s best choice. First, you must start by determining the scope of the problem. There are several things that can go wrong with a concrete floor that can be fixed with a bit of effort. These problems can include:
Sometimes a finished slab of concrete has significant imperfections. There are several things that can go wrong with a concrete. These problems can include:
The main purpose of a garage is to add storage and parking space to your home, but it often becomes a dumping ground instead. The first step in organizing your cluttered garage is clearing out the excess junk that is no longer required. Once you have gotten rid of everything you don’t need it is time to figure out how much storage space you’ll need to store all of your remaining possessions.
This Father’s Day, Garage Living will sponsor the fifth annual Yorkville Exotic Car Show. The event, which also supports Prostate Cancer Canada, will feature a collection of over 120 classic and exotic cars from around the world.
Since 1988, Rhino Linings Corporation, better known to the public as Rhino, has been delivering top of the line spray-on truck bed applications that offer strength, quality, durability, and a brand name you can trust. Since its inception, the company has continued to expand its network of applicators (which now includes over 2000 applicators in more than 80 countries) as well as its product line which now proudly boasts flooring solutions for both residential and commercial properties.
The main purpose of a garage is to add storage space to your home but many families make poor use of this space by allowing it to become stuff full of useless junk that, instead of being disposed of, gets dumped in the garage to deal with “later”.