Utility Storage Cabinet

Storage is something we never seem to have enough of. Over time homeowners collect a myriad of items, some we need, some we don’t.  We inevitably end up with too much stuff, not enough space, and either end up throwing things away or in many cases renting a self storage unit to keep things in while valuable storage space right in our own homes goes to waste. The average one car garage has about 60 linear feet of wall space and is 250 square feet. In most cases garages are underutilized or even completely unused. It is a terrible waste of space that if used properly could end up saving you a lot of money over time.

We conducted a search online for monthly storage unit rentals and obtained pricing from a number of leading self storage companies. We looked at different cities around the country to try and get an average cost and ended up with a range of prices. The pricing listed here was done in August of 2010. A simple 5′ x 5′ self storage unit will typically run between $45.00 – $65.00 per month, while a unit comparable in size to the typical one car garage,  10′ x 25′ will run anywhere from $150.00 to $250.00 per month (Not Including Taxes and Fees). At $150.00 per month in two years time you will have spent over $3600.00 to $6000.00 and would have absolutely nothing to show for it. Even if you don’t need the full 10′ x 25′ space and opted for the smallest 5′ x 5′ unit you still will have spent over $1080.00 to $1560.00 over two years. Over a period of ten years you can see how this can easily add up to tens of thousands of dollars.

For that kind of money you could easily buy garage storage cabinets to store your things at home where they are most easily accessible, safer, and less expensive. The best part of buying garage cabinets is that once you pay for the cabinets they’re yours, and you don’t have to buy them all at once. Buy what you can afford now and you can always add additional cabinets later if you choose. The monthly payments on garage cabinets will go away while the payments for a storage unit will not, and the monthly storage unit cost is only going to go up over time. Cabinet prices can vary more than storage units do, but the fact is that they don’t have to cost a small fortune.

Depending on your garage layout you may not have 60 linear feet of available wall space for cabinetry. But assuming you have even half of the total wall space that still leaves you with 30 linear feet of cabinetry and a whole lot of floor space left over. Large cabinets have a depth of 21″ to 24″ and with smaller 12″ or 16″ depth cabinets you would still be able to park your car in the garage. However that would defeat the purpose of gaining back all that valuable storage space. You can even incorporate a work top surface over base cabinets, with pegboard, slatwall and even open shelving to create a workshop area.

To compare and to give an idea of cost, 30 linear feet of wood cabinets can run between $2000.00 to $4000.00 depending on the sizes and finish. For those homeowners who are looking for a little more style, there are cabinet sets that come in a variety of materials, styles and finishes to suit your particular tastes. In as short as two years time you will have paid for your cabinets and every year thereafter you will be saving where you would have been spending before. That is a good return on investment!

An important thing to note is that not all cabinets are created equal! Many home improvement stores sell cheaply made knockoffs that have limited or no listed load carrying capacity at all. From outside appearance they may look the same but be assured they are not. To get the most out of your investment you must be sure to purchase quality cabinets that will hold up even the heaviest loads. Cabinet construction should be made from ¾” material for greater strength and will hold at least 100 lbs per shelf or  200 to 300 lbs per cabinet. If the cabinets will be attached to the wall make sure the fastening system is ample enough to support the weight. Cheap wall anchors will not do! Be sure to ask your cabinet supplier what the capacities are before you purchase, you’ll be happy you did.

Garage cabinets add storage space, utility and value to your home. They help organize your belongings and make your garage look extraordinary. Having a garage that is neat and organized with your belongings hidden away behind closed doors will not only gain you additional storage space, it will make you the envy of your neighbors as well. When asked if storage space is important when purchasing a home most people agree that it is. You can bet that when it comes time to sell your home, your garage cabinets will be a welcome addition.

Ryan A Shea
Owner
Garage Storage & Cabinet Systems, LLC.
http://www.garagestoragecabinetsystems.com

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The garage is one big storing space. At least that is what it means now. During earlier times it was only meant for any form of vehicle, but since the house can only accommodate a few of the furniture inside the house, some of the things that are not being used often are stored in the garage instead. Houses without attics normally have the garage as the storage room, especially closed garages where the things can be secured even when the rain or snow starts to pour.

Because of the change in the purpose of the garage, additional furniture like garage storage cabinets are not a necessity. The things can still be stored in an organized manner so that they can be retrieved easily. With different garage storage cabinets situated in the garage, the small things and trinkets will not make the place look unattractive. Just because it is the garage does not mean that it should be unkempt.

There are storage cabinets that can be stacked up for smaller space consumption while there are large and tall drawers where larger utilities can be stored. You can even group the things to be stored so that you will only need to go to one cabinet to retrieve all. If you like to keep things organized you can also label each cabinet chronologically so that you will be able to sort through easily.

The purpose of the garage is to provide additional space so why not use it wisely? If you have put effort in creating the garage, why not give some more effort to make some cabinets to fit in as well? This way you will control the size, shape and design of the cabinets depending on what will be stored in them. Not only will this be a good way of personalizing the cabinets, you can also save time, money and effort.

Thomas Johnsen is one of the leading industry experts when it comes to Garage Building and Planning. You will find a ton of helpful articles on everything from garage door repairs to shelves and storage options. For more information about Mr. Johnsen and to find answers to garage related questions, visit: GaragePlan.co.uk.

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If you have a very small kitchen, then white kitchen carts is the perfect choice for you. Kitchen carts are of great help when there is less space in the kitchen and it is cluttered. The white carts are quite unique and moreover they serve a great utility purpose. They provide ample space to the kitchen by making the kitchen look larger and give counter space and storage areas when these are most required. In fact, they serve as a wonderful accessory for any kitchen.

Kitchen carts will provide you an ideal place to prepare as well as serve food. Now all your kitchen appliances can be kept together at one place and you would not have to run here and there to search your necessary equipments. The top of the carts are generally made of wood which will help you to cut things and easily remove them for cleaning purposes. These are designed with versatility and give a great look to the entire kitchen.

There are variety of styles, designs, materials and colors available. They are built in such a way so as to fit perfectly in any setting of the kitchen and produce great glamour. If you prefer wood, you can go for maple, oak, birch, rubber wood or any other wooden kitchen carts. The wood is more durable and gives a natural look when painted in any color. The bases as well as the tops are available in natural, white paint, red paint, black paint, cottage oak, cherry finishes and many more colors. However, the white kitchen carts on the wood are more preferable and give a great look and style. Some of them are quite sophisticated and come with drawers, shelves and several other storage spaces. Some other carts contain features like towel holders, knife racks and many more.

The carts are generally movable and if you go for white kitchen carts they can enhance the look and decor of any room in your home. These come with locks for safety and thus you can keep them at any place you want. These also vary in weight but since they have wheels under it, shifting them at any place will not at all be difficult.

It is also very easy to assemble all the different parts of the carts according to the requirements. You would probably not require any help to get it installed.

If the size of your kitchen is too small, you can go for the smaller kitchen carts which will perfectly fit in your kitchen. Even small carts are available in variety of designs and you can buy the one which best suits your needs. With white kitchen carts, you will be able to add extra space to your kitchen and white being a soothing color will bring in a unique look to the surrounding atmosphere of your room.

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Werner Wichmann from http://www.buykitchencartsandislands.com where you can find advice and guidance on selecting the perfect Kitchen Carts and Islands.

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