By choice of material:
- Metallic- shelves in the garage from a corner and steel or duralumin sheets.
Advantages:
- strength;
- durability;
- stability;
- the ability to withstand heavy loads;
- fire safety;
- ease of maintenance.
Flaws:
- high dead weight;
- unsuitable for fixing on cinder block walls;
- high cost of material.
Advantages:
- light weight;
- ease of manufacture;
- aesthetic appearance;
- no requirements for the quality of the wall;
- cheapness.
Flaws:
- fire hazard;
- exposure to dampness;
- the constant need to restore the appearance.
Reference: Various types of brackets, lugs, threaded rods, bolts with washers, anchors and even furniture awnings are used to attach shelves to a vertical surface.
By design features:
- Open.
- Closed.
- Removable.
- In the form of a shield with cells.
By type of fastener shelves are:
- Mounted:
- on the walls;
- on vertical racks;
- ceiling;
- single;
- multi-tiered.
By functional purpose:
- For storing tools and accessories.
- For storage of containers with liquids (car cosmetics, fuels and lubricants).
- To accommodate tires and wheels.
How to do it yourself shelves in the garage- photo options:
What should be the shelf?
The most popular and easy to manufacture are suspended structures that can encircle garage walls, solving the problem of storing a variety of items. The main requirement for the shelf: it should not sag under the weight of the load, it is designed to ensure convenience access and safety on the aisle.
The suspended version is not designed for weight more than 15 kg per 1 meter of structure... Therefore, there are recommendations for appropriate proportions:
- width (depending on the load) no more than 1.5 meters, preferably 1 meter;
- height - from 25 to 60 cm, for bulky items -80-100 cm (bottom shelf);
- depth - 30-40cm (in multi-tiered shelves) and 50-60cm - separately hanging.
Important: Host growth is a criterion for choosing a placement level for this type of storage. A shelf above the chin will make it difficult to use.
It's good when the opportunity is thought out:
- attach additional shelves to existing fixtures;
- adjust their height based on the storage needs that have arisen;
- use the free space under them (for storing canisters, tires).
Replacing an old structure with a new one requires fixture updates: Used fasteners can damage the reliability of the product.
Pay attention to the drawing of the shelf in the garage with your own hands: 
How to make a shelf with your own hands?
- Made of metal. Manufacturing process - welding (you will need welding skills, a safe place of work, an assistant):
- the initial stage - a sketch indicating the required dimensions, details and design features;
- blank frame elements - corner blanks;
- welding of racks (for top or bottom holding) and a frame under the shelf; it is possible to fasten the frame to the uprights using bolts (M5);
- frame primer;
- cutting out shelves from perforated sheet metal, thick plywood (2.5 cm) or chipboard;
- fire retardant impregnation of wooden elements;
- assembly of structural elements using screws or self-tapping screws;
- painting with refractory paint for outdoor use;
- fastening to the wall with anchors or dowels.
- preparation of a sketch;
- production of a frame from a standard 10x10cm beam (vertical posts and frame);
- planed board, multilayer plywood, chipboard are suitable for shelves;
- the board is attached to the frame with self-tapping screws, to the posts - by bolted connections using a metal corner;
- wood is treated with a fire retardant;
- the product is coated with water-based varnish or paint.
- sketch;
- blanks of shelves from planed boards or chipboard;
- the boards are connected to the brackets using self-tapping screws;
- the finished structure is impregnated with a fire retardant and painted.
Important: The upper way of hanging the wall shelf allows you to walk freely under it. The lower method is convenient to use when constructing multi-tiered structures.
Another interesting example, if there is not a lot of space: how to make shelves in the garage - the photo below: 
Homemade shelves in the garage is the first element of convenience. Optimally, several of them are required, united in a rack, which can occupy the entire wall or lean against it with its end. Having mastered the manufacture of one hanging shelf in the garage, you can swing at the independent installation of the rack.
Useful video
Watch a video on how to make wall shelves in a garage:
Garage- a universal place where you can not only place your car, but also store various things used in the household. Organizing your garage storage properly will help you save space by using it as you see fit. The best solution would be homemade shelves and shelves in the garage with your own hands.
In this article, you will find out what material is best to make in the garage, what types exist.
Garage racks are made primarily of metal and wood. Also, racks are collapsible and non-collapsible. Stationary ones are fixed with self-tapping screws and nails.
Also, in the garage, not very favorable conditions are created for wooden shelves - low temperatures, humidity, sudden temperature changes.
In order to protect the tree from damage, you need to process it and then dry it. To fasten the shelves and the rack itself, metal plates or corners are used, using self-tapping screws.
A cheaper option for creating a garage rack is plywood and board. Laminated is much more expensive, it does not need to be painted and treated with protective substances. The only thing is that silicone must be applied to the side sections that remain open to avoid moisture ingress.
Garage metal shelving frame
To create a rack frame you need:
- metal corners 3-4 mm thick;
- pipe from a profile with a rectangular section.
The racks are made of profiled pipes, and the crossbars are made of corners. The thickness of the metal is 2-3 mm, the width of the shelf is 25 mm and more. Turn the corner so that the flooring is in the recess. Shelf flooring is made of plywood, boards, chipboard,. board, plywood, OSB, chipboard.
First of all, the side elements are assembled, after which the crossbars are fixed.
Crab systems are also a good way to assemble shelving in a garage. These are metal plates with special grooves for the profile. Pipes are inserted into the grooves, then the plates are pulled together by means of M6 or M8 bolts.
Under them, holes are first drilled with a thin drill, then widened with a thick one. Such designs are designed for light weight. There is another way - special crab systems. These are metal plates with recesses molded under the profile. Pipes are laid in the grooves, then two plates are tightened with bolts.
Types of garage shelving
- Prefabricated racks are assembled and disassembled independently.
- Stationary fixed to the wall "tightly"
- Mobile- can be moved from place to place.
- Spinning used for small items (bolts, screws, nails, nuts, keys, screwdrivers, small hand tools).
How to make a shelving in a garage
In order to make a rack in the garage with your own hands, you must first create a project, measure the room, decide on the size. Calculate the required number of shelves and their depth.
The best solution is a shelving unit for the full length and height of the free wall.
Width shelves about 1m. This is the best option for placing bulky and heavy objects.
Depth- about 50-60 cm. There is no need to do more, otherwise it will be difficult to reach the right things.
Height shelves - within 25-60 cm, the lower one should be the highest (for large items).
You need to assemble the rack horizontally, and only then lift it.
The organization of the working space and the ergonomic storage system in the garage allows not only to efficiently use the available space, but also to provide comfort and order during the repair or maintenance of the car.
With the help of prefabricated garage racks, it is possible to correctly arrange all the necessary tools, auto parts, accessories and fixtures.
There is an opportunity to purchase ready-made structures, order a product for certain parameters, or make racks of wood or metal on your own. In any case, you should initially decide on the location of the shelves and decide what will be stored on them.
It is required to arrange the racks in such a way that the motorist has free access to the shelves. Small parts, fasteners, consumables should be packaged in boxes and boxes.
How to make shelving in a garage
The advantage of hand-made production of shelves and racks is the ability to complete the structure in accordance with your own financial capabilities, exact dimensions, and the location of the tiers.
It is necessary to decide on the material from which the sections and shelves will be made, the type of fasteners, the method of assembly and fixation.
Choice of materials
The frame for the shelving must be made of durable material. The best option is steel or aluminum. The shelves are best made from a solid sheet of treated metal or wood.
The main parts of the rack:
- rack. The material is a profiled pipe, a reinforced metal profile or corner;
- shelves. Sludge of sheet steel, thick-walled aluminum, boards, chipboard or plywood can be made.
Self-tapping screws or bolts will be a reliable option for attaching shelves to racks. To make a rack, you need a tape measure, a level, a screwdriver, a hacksaw and a metal cutting machine (grinder). After assembling the frame and installing the shelves, it is necessary to check the reliability of all fasteners.
The metal sheet should be factory-treated with galvanizing or painted with polymer-containing paint. The result is a sealed barrier that protects the alloy from moisture and corrosive processes.
When manufacturing a wooden rack, all parts should be treated with antiseptics, which will protect the wood from the formation of mold, exposure to chemicals in the event of a leak.
Types of structures
Garage storage sections are classified into floor and hinged. Hanging shelves must be provided with reliable fastening of the structure.
Floor racks are divided into:
- stationary. The sections are installed on the floor. Supports are fixed with dowels;
- mobile (mobile). Racks of shelving are equipped with casters. The advantage of this option is the ability to move if necessary (for example, during the maintenance or repair of a car). Among the shortcomings, it should be noted the instability of the structure;
- wall. The rack is mounted close to the wall without the possibility of free movement. The uprights are fixed to the ceiling and floor.
Also, structures can be closed, equipped with standard hinged doors or have a sliding mechanism.
Features of designing shelving with your own hands
Before starting work, it is advisable to take measurements and prepare a sketch of the future structure, on which the dimensions will be applied. A sufficient number of photos of garage racks for preparing a drawing can be found on thematic forums or other Internet resources.
The rack should not be manufactured as a bulky structure. Compact size will save space. Optimally, if the width of the shelves does not exceed 1.5-2 m.
The depth of each tier can be in the range from 20 to 40 cm. The height of each row can be from 20 to 100 cm, depending on the purpose.
Benefits of Garage Shelving
Wooden and galvanized or painted metal garage shelving has the following advantages:
- strength;
- durability;
- low cost;
- light weight;
- the ability to withstand high loads (metal shelves can withstand 300 kg, of wood - up to 120 kg);
- availability of materials;
- the ability to adjust the tiers in height;
- ease of manufacture;
- resistance to corrosion and chemicals;
- resistance to temperature and humidity extremes;
- ease of assembly and repair;
- easy care.
When making a rack in a garage with your own hands, you need to take into account the nuances of the storage features of garage accessories.
For heavy and bulky items, reinforced shelves with a material thickness of at least 50 mm should be designed. The optimal material for storing tires, batteries, auto parts, hardware will be metal.
Tiers for tires should be arranged in such a way as to stack wheels with discs in a vertical position, and rubber without discs in a horizontal position.
An alternative option for storing tires is a sturdy beam instead of a lower tier, or a bar fixed to the ceiling.
Photos of shelving for a garage
Consider how to make shelves in the garage with your own hands to store the necessary auxiliary equipment and various tools for car care.
Garage racks - a wealth of choice of designs
The shelves in the garage make it possible to compactly place in a limited area many parts and tools for servicing the vehicle, as well as various household belongings that did not find a place in the apartment. For this reason, every car enthusiast installs racks in the "car house". They provide order in the garage and allow you to find the desired item in seconds.
You can equip a hangar for a car with purchased shelves. Such designs are sold today for every taste. But even very expensive and sophisticated racks will not always satisfy your individual needs. It is much wiser to make shelves in the garage with your own hands, choosing the dimensions of such structures that are optimal for yourself.
According to the installation option, racks for a car box are divided into the following groups:
- collapsible;
- stationary;
- mobile;
- hinged;
- rotating.
Collapsible shelves can be mounted anywhere in the garage, and if necessary, change their location, width, height and layout. Stationary structures are created for installation in any specific area of the room. They are placed once and for all, fixing to the ceiling, wall or floor surface. In terms of strength indicators, stationary racks are more reliable than collapsible ones.
Transportable structures are equipped with rollers that allow them to be moved throughout the garage. They are essentially a small cart. It's comfortable. But it should be understood that such racks are not able to withstand excessively high loads. Therefore, bulky and massive equipment cannot be stored on them.
Hanging shelves are rarely equipped at home. They must be suspended and secured directly below the ceiling surface, which can be difficult. Although theoretically it is quite possible. Rotating structures can also be considered a rare occurrence. They are visually similar to CD stands. On such mini-racks you can store every little thing - screwdrivers, keys, they are not suitable for a larger tool.
You have to choose the number of shelves on the shelves and their geometric dimensions yourself. Professionals advise to design the structure for the garage in such a way that all the tools used for servicing the vehicle can be placed on the shelves. In other words, it is advisable to make the racks roomy.
The most popular materials for making garage shelves are metal and wood. If you plan to install the structure for a long time, it is better to use metal products that are durable and maximum strength. If you want to save on materials and not delay installation work, make a do-it-yourself rack in the garage from wood. Working with lighter wood is much easier than working with metal.
Also, shelves these days are made of plastic (you can buy them in the store) and combined ones - of steel and wood or of plastic and metal.
As with any relatively complex product, the rack should first be designed on paper. This can be done using ready-made drawings. It is easy and independently to draw up a sketch of the future structure, indicating the parameters of the shelves in it. In this case, the shelving will be perfect for your garage.
It is generally recommended to place the rack along one wall of the room. The optimal height of the structure is from the floor to the ceiling itself (no motorist wants to lose a single square centimeter of free space). Of course, if your garage is very high, the shelves can be made not to the ceiling surface, so as not to suffer from climbing stairs to the very top for some detail.
The lower shelves are always made more spacious and high. They are designed to store wheels, large tools. The shelves that are located at the top of the structure are best made low. On them you will store any light little things. This ensures good shelf stability.
At the bottom, it is imperative to leave a gap of 15–20 cm between the structure and the floor covering.
It will give you the ability to easily sweep the floor under the rack. In addition, the pros are advised to drill small holes in the shelves for tools, cans, wheels. They will act as natural ventilation for the stored items, thereby protecting them from rusting, and will also allow you to sweep small debris and dust from the shelves without any problems.
The length of the rack is usually also made for the entire width of the wall, leaving about 8-10 cm of free space on the sides of the structure. This will make it easier for you to carry out the installation work. Choose the depth of the shelves yourself. At the same time, remember that too narrow niches are not suitable for storing large-sized tools, and excessively deep ones are inconvenient to use (try to reach something with your hands from a shelf about a meter deep). The recommended depth of garage shelving niches is approximately 60 cm.
The most common width of the shelves (meaning the distance between the two vertical supports of the structure) is 100 cm. You can make the width 30-50 cm wider if the shelf is intended for storing bulky (for example, wheels) or heavy metal products.
We make a metal rack with wooden shelves
A popular option for arranging garages is a structure with a metal frame (it will stand, without exaggeration, for decades) and wooden shelves. You can make the vertical racks of such racks from rectangular profiles with dimensions of one side 4–5 cm or from a corner with a shelf of 3–5 cm.
The frame itself is made from a corner with a 1.5–2.5 cm shelf and bolted to vertical rails or welded to them. The welded joint holds the structure as firmly as possible, making it faster and easier. There is more trouble with bolts, but you get the opportunity, if necessary, to change the height of the shelves of the rack.
The shelves are made of boards with a thickness of 1.5–2.5 cm. In this case, they will be truly durable. You can also make them from ordinary or film faced plywood or chipboard products. Before installation, wooden shelves must be protected from moisture and fungus - they are oiled and painted.
Thus, the scheme for preparing components for the rack, and then assembling and installing them, is as follows:
- Using a grinder, we cut metal blanks according to the specified dimensions.
- We mark the position of the racks vertically and immediately mark the places where the shelves will be fixed.
- We weld (bolt on) the corners (here it is important to control the horizontal arrangement of the elements).
- We apply a primer to the frame and paint it with a corrosion-resistant compound.
- We cut wood shelves and "try on" them, placing them across the frame. You can install the boards and along, but in this case, they can bend under the weight of large tools and spare parts.
- We saturate (paint) wooden products and fix them with a metal frame. It is advisable to fit the boards to each other as tightly as possible.
The rack is ready. If you are not entirely sure about the high stability of the structure, you can additionally attach it to the garage wall with steel brackets.
Wooden shelving - everything is very simple
Garage shelves made of wood are cheaper. Plus, they're easier to build and install. Therefore, many car owners decide to acquire just such designs. Here, however, it is worth remembering that wooden racks are used less in time than metal or combined ones.
Ideal when the shelves are made of hardwood such as oak. But pine boards are also quite suitable - inexpensive and affordable. It is important that they are well dried, free from large cracks and knots, deep wormholes and traces of mold.
Racks (vertical) are made of 10x5 or 10x10 cm timber, the shelves are made of chipboards or ordinary boards, the crossbars are made of a beam of a smaller section or even from boards (but their thickness should be impressive).
- We cut boards and beams according to the specified dimensions, treat them with an antiseptic composition.
- We assemble the structure using lugs, spikes, wood glue or self-tapping screws to connect individual parts.
- The joints of the parts to give the structure a larger area are reinforced with metal corners.
- We paint the finished rack (it is desirable to paint the ends in several layers).
In a similar way, you can make metal structures for a garage. But, of course, it will be much more difficult for you to cut to the required dimensions and mount heavy racks, as well as other elements of the rack.
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Original do-it-yourself garage shelves are presented today by many options and examples with photos. They can be a decoration of the room, as well as a safe place for storing automotive equipment, parts and tools. You can make racks yourself, having developed your own design, taking into account the required dimensions and functionality.
Frame shelves for tires and tools
Functional storage system in the garage
It is customary not only to store and maintain a car, but you can also find a lot of places for installing shelves and racks. Therefore, today there are many options for various designs, differing in material, shape, configuration, size and design.
They should be:
- Durable;
- Reliable;
- Compact;
- Lightweight;
- Durable;
- Functional.
Installing hanging shelves, built-in drawers and modular structures will help to clean up the order in the garage and free up space from an impressive amount of accumulated trash mixed with tools.
Neat arrangement of things in the garage
Why do you need a shelf-shelving system in a garage:
Self-made shelves in are an excellent option for creating any design from photos, diagrams and drawings. The main thing is that the room itself is clean, spacious, well-equipped and free of unnecessary trash. How best to organize this space:
Where to install shelf storage systems:
- On the wall farthest from the entrance;
- If the room is large, you can also use the side walls;
- In the space between the ceiling and directly above the car seat.
Every motorist should remember that all storage installations should occupy no more than 20% of the total garage space.
Optimal organization of the storage system - 1. Open brackets and hooks, 2. Rack for tools, 3. Shelves for spare parts and wheels, 4. Rack for large tools, 5. Cabinets, 6. Workbench
Types of structures
Everything from car accessories to carpentry tools and other small items can be stored in the garage. All parts that lacked space in the closet and on the mezzanine should be neatly folded or placed on wall shelves or stationary racks.
By type of assembly, structures can be of the following types:
Special attention should be paid to shelves designed for car spare parts, namely rubber tires and wheels. A similar design is:
Experts advise to store tires near the ceiling space on the upper tiers so as not to clutter up the garage space. To free up useful space, you can mount a rack with several shelves at once. Some people hang the wheels on the wall itself, hooked onto a screwed in lock.
Folding corner shelves for seasonal tire storage
The material is distinguished:
When developing storage systems, one should take into account the dimensions of the garage, the purpose and functionality of all installed shelves.
By the method of fastening the structure there are:
How to make original stable shelves in the garage with your own hands is shown in the video with step-by-step instructions from the master.
If you are going to make your own garage shelves and racks, have chosen a material and a place, it's time to make a markup taking into account all sizes.
The assembly stages of any design are as follows:
Why is it better to assemble the structure yourself, rather than purchase a ready-made kit on the construction market:
When creating products with your own hands, you can develop a unique design and make a structure according to individual parameters. If you follow all the rules and strictly follow the instructions of the masters, the shelves and racks will turn out to be attractive and practical. The assembly process is shown in detail in the video below.
Shelf-shield for do-it-yourself tools
This product will undoubtedly come in handy on the farm, as well as for locksmithing and repair work in the garage. A special shield will serve as a place for storing and fixing essential items and small tools. The height of the installation is adjusted according to the height of the owner himself in order to increase the comfort of use.
What is required to assemble on your own:
- Plywood or chipboard up to 2 centimeters thick;
- Shelf material;
- Anchors to secure the entire structure;
- Brackets to fix the product to the wall;
- Electric jigsaw;
- Drill;
- Building level;
- Measuring tape;
- Perforator with a nozzle and drills for making holes;
- Hooks for fastening tools and parts;
- A set of self-tapping screws.
Option for making a shelf-shield
Manufacturing steps:
The last step is to make holes with a puncher, into which you need to drive all the anchors. If the installation of the shelf on the wall is successful, it's time to arrange and hang all the details as planned.
Garage shelf for wheels
Tires on such a structure can be stored by placing them on the edge. In this case, the shelf itself must be fixed upside down so that the side mounts hold the wheels.
- With the help of an anchor, fastenings of a triangular shape are fixed;
- The evenness of the line can be checked with a level, and the distance between the side mounts can be measured with a ruler (it should be 50 or 100 centimeters);
- To prevent the shelf from falling under the weight of the tires, you should choose sufficiently thick and long dies. The structure is fixed on top, after which the surface can be painted in any color (in our case, white) and let the product dry well.
Such a holder can fit from two to four wheels, it all depends on the selected parameters and individual preferences.
Homemade shelf for seasonal storage of tires or tools
Additional accessories
In addition to storage systems for tools, a home workshop and car parts, the garage may contain additional amenities. Among neither can be noted:
Do-it-yourself shelves in a garage made of practical wood or durable metal according to options for drawings and diagrams with photo examples will become a real decoration of the room. Indeed, sometimes from a pair of oak boards and improvised tools, you can create a real masterpiece that amazes the imagination. The construction of a durable rack is shown in the video master class with step-by-step instructions.