At Alan’s Factory Outlet, we’ve always been big fans of metal garages. They’re versatile and great for people who need a little or a lot of extra space.
Over the years, we’ve noticed that certain items always seem to end up in our garage. How does that happen? Families store any number of things in a garage.
Review our list of things you will find in every garage and see if you have any tucked away:
1. Claw Hammer
A claw hammer is one of the most commonly seen items in a garage. It’s right there whenever you need to pound in a loose nail or two.
2. Ladder
You may have more than one ladder in your garage. A ladder can be invaluable when cleaning gutters, checking on the roof’s shingles, or changing a light bulb in your home near the ceiling.
3. Nails and Screws
Miscellaneous nails and screws are a staple in many garages. They are sometimes found in small plastic containers, spread around in a drawer, or even in glass baby food jars. It’s best to organize and label them to find just what you need for a minor repair job.
4. Old Paint Cans
After painting a room or touching up the trim on a doorframe, there are very few places to put a paint can with one cup of paint left in the bottom. Instead of stashing it in the house, you get it out of sight. The result is a collection of old paint cans in the garage.
5. Garden Hose
Most people have a garden hose in the garage to water the flowers, wash the car or RV under the metal carport, or hook it up to the sprinkler for the kids.
You may hang the garden hose on the wall of your garage or coil it up in a decorative bowl. No matter how you store it, it’s one of the most useful items you can own.
6. Wrench
This is another tool that comes in handy when a household repair needs to be done. There’s nothing like a trusty wrench to help you loosen a rusty bolt underneath the kitchen sink!
7. Garbage Cans
Whether you have two or six, garbage cans claim floor space in many garages across the country.
8. Empty Flower Pots
When a flower dies or is dumped out of its pot by a stray raccoon, the pot always seems to end up in the garage. Soon, you will have a collection of pots that could hold all the flowers in a good-sized greenhouse.
9. Extra Motor Oil
The garage is the perfect place for motor oil. If your car needs a little refreshment, you can take care of it right there.
10. Basketball
Whether it’s tucked up in the rafters or rolling around in one corner, there always seems to be a basketball in the garage. Is anyone up for a quick game?
11. Old Newspapers
You may have stopped your daily delivery, but you may still have a gathering of old newspapers stacked up in the garage. Fortunately, they can be reused in various ways.
12. Extension Cord
An extension cord is a versatile item in a garage. Whether you need to power a tool at the far end of the driveway or to light up the garage for a late-night project, it’s always handy to have one around.
13. Work Gloves
You don’t have to be a dedicated do-it-yourselfer to have a pair of work gloves in the garage. You can slip them on when you take the garbage cans to the curb, dig in your garden, or even change the cat’s litter box!
14. Coolers
Multiple coolers of various sizes are often stored in the garage. You must always be ready to store drinks and snacks for the weekend picnic or outdoor chillout.
15. Dustpan
Sweeping leaves, dirt, or dead insects out of the garage is simple with the help of a dustpan. It’s a convenient item to store and use.
16. Extra Car Tires
Sometimes, after changing to new tires, the old ones find their way into the garage. They can be useful as spares or even for a DIY tire swing project for the kids. Ready to get rid of them? Make sure you dispose of old tires properly.
17. Tools in a Toolbox
With a toolbox in the garage, your screwdrivers, pliers, tape measure, and other necessities are all right there, so you can easily manage your honey-do list!
18. Spiders
It’s safe to say that spiders have taken up residence in your garage. The kind of spiders you have depends on where you live.
But don’t be too quick to sweep them away. They can eat the flies and other insects that also try to invade your storage space.
19. Holiday Decorations
Boxes of holiday decorations, from Christmas lights to Halloween decorations, are often stored in the garage. Each box contains joy for the next festive season.
20. Glass Cleaner Bottle
A bottle of glass cleaner is a common sight on a garage shelf. It’s so convenient to grab the bottle to clean a muddy or blurry windshield before leaving on a road trip.
21. Blower
In the fall, a blower is your best friend to clear your driveway. Whether it’s leaves, pine needles, or pollen, something from nature constantly falls onto your property.
22. Recycling Bins and Bags
Keeping the recycling bins and bags in the garage is a convenient place to store them until it’s time to take them out to the curb.
23. Camping Equipment
You never know when you need a night out in the woods. The camping essentials are often packed in the garage, which is a cooler environment and better for long-term storage than the attic.
24. Mini Fridge
If you’re out in the garage working on your latest home project, a mini fridge is a luxury. Stock that little guy with your favorite drinks and snacks so you can take a break without losing focus.
25. Car Washing Supplies
There’s a hard rain, and you drive through deep puddles, but it’s now time to wash your car. Instead of going to that expensive automatic cleaner, you decide to do the job yourself because you have car washing supplies in your garage.
Wrap-up
How many items were also in your garage? The items in our garage reflect our season of life. Maybe in one season, we’re into fixing things around the house, or in another, we’re adventuring outdoors and doing a lot of camping. Whatever season you’re in, think about how what’s in your garage represents it.
