Garage design: do-it-yourself interior design ideas

 Garage design: do-it-yourself interior design ideas

Many people underestimate garage spaces and leave them without proper design. But in such areas you can build a real rest room in which you can relax and be alone with yourself. Today we will talk about how you can arrange a garage with your own hands.

Features of arrangement

For many men, the garage is not only a place to store a car, but also a cozy corner in which you can be alone with your thoughts and distract from pressing problems.

The following components must be present in a comfortable and equipped garage:

  • ventilation and air conditioning systems;
  • it is desirable to have a sink, a fire extinguisher and a container with sand in such conditions;
  • a free parking space must be present in the garage;
  • heating systems also will not be superfluous in the equipped garage;
  • the presence of electrical outlets in sufficient quantities;
  • racks and drawers will be useful for placing various tools and other things needed in a garage;
  • drain grate for water drains.

As in the arrangement of living rooms, in the organization of the garage it is necessary to think over each zone in advance. In such conditions, there must be a place for vehicles, as well as working and vacant areas.

Of course, it is much easier to distribute all the necessary zones, if you have a large garage with two floors, but if you own a small garage, then you need to carefully consider every little thing.

For proper calculation and separation of the existing garage area should:

  • sketch a three-dimensional drawing of the entire building structure as a whole;
  • after that you need to decide on the type of gate that you want to put in your garage, as well as on how to open / close it;
  • carefully plan out where the parking space will be.In this case, it is necessary to take into account that the approach to transport must be possible from all sides, therefore, the aisles must be left free;
  • determine a place for workbenches, racks, sinks and sofas;
  • Consider in advance what materials you want to use in the design of the garage.

At the end of all these steps, you should calculate the approximate costs. After that, you can proceed to the design of the garage.

Interior finish

It's no secret that the garage is a real haven of the characteristic aromas of rubber, sawdust, motor oil, as well as dirt and dust. For this reason, it is necessary to finish such spaces with the most durable, wear-resistant and durable materials, which in such conditions will not lose their visual attractiveness and positive qualities. In addition, all coatings must be moisture resistant and fire resistant.

Walls

The walls in the garage can be decorated with the following materials:

  • cover with high-quality and durable plaster;
  • to sheathe clapboard or eurolining;
  • to finish with tiles, ceramics or porcelain stoneware.

If you want to plaster the walls in the garage, then you should use a cement-sand mortar.It is not only sufficiently wear-resistant, but also not bad hides various defects and damage to the walls. Plaster walls thoroughly, otherwise the finish will crack when it dries.

Finishing work, grind the remaining irregularities and cover the walls with high-quality exterior paint. It is not recommended to use cheap coloring compositions, as in the garage they quickly lose their color saturation.

In the decoration of the garage room is not recommended to use paints of light colors. However, it is also better to avoid too dark shades so that the space does not resemble a deaf basement or a large closet. Compromise solution will be calm warm tone. They will not only decorate the atmosphere, making it more comfortable, but also visually expand the space.

Lining should be used only if your garage has a large area. This finish is inexpensive and is very easy to assemble. On such finishing work will take quite a bit of time and effort. But it should be borne in mind that when installing the wall paneling, the usable space will be “eaten” by 10 cm. However, this also has its advantages.For example, you can install a heater in the resulting gap to stay in the garage even more cozier and more comfortable.

The main advantages of lining are:

  • environmental friendliness;
  • water tightness;
  • fire resistance;
  • attractive appearance.

If you want to decorate the garage with multi-colored coatings, then you should look in the shops for printed wall paneling. Purchase panels of different colors and lay them out in the form of patterned compositions on the walls. As a result, you get a truly exclusive garage.

The only disadvantage of the wall paneling is its low strength.

These options for interior decoration are very popular and quite practical, but experts confidently say that there is nothing better than ceramic tiles and facing bricks. Such coatings are very durable and unpretentious in the maintenance of the surface. Even if any pollution appears on them, their removal is easy and does not take much time.

Ceramic tile has a considerable weight, so it is recommended to lay it on the strongest walls, supplemented with reinforced mesh.

The disadvantage of facing bricks and ceramic tiles is their high cost. If you do not independently engage in the installation of these materials, and decide to hire a finishing team, then all the work can hurt your wallet.

Floor

The floor in the garage is subjected to maximum loads. Finishing this base should without problems withstand the weight of the car (and it can be different), people, as well as shelves, clogged with tools. On the floor surface in the garage should not appear cracks and any other damage.

The floor covering in the garage, like the rest of the finishing materials, must be moisture and fire resistant. Not so long ago, special multi-layered floors came into fashion. Combinations of sand, reinforced mesh and high-quality waterproofing with a self-leveling concrete mass are recognized as the most practical and wear-resistant. Instead of a concrete solution, you can buy a reliable epoxy, polyurethane or acrylic resin.

In the garage, you can lay out the usual concrete slabs on the floor. The main advantages of such structures are their durability and wear resistance.In order for such a floor to retain its original appearance for many years and not be soiled with fuel oil or reagents that are sprinkled on the roads, it must be treated with special mastic.

In the design of the garage is necessary to consider the drainage system. They are useful in order that inside the room did not form puddles, for example, from melting snow in the winter season. As a drainage can act a simple chute, organized along the gate. Its end can be brought to the storm net. For the high-quality functioning of such a system, the garage floor during installation should be made with a small slope in the direction of the exit.

Some owners spread in the garage floor of paving slabs or paving stones. These materials are stronger and more durable than concrete, but they are also more expensive. Choosing such flooring, pay attention to their texture - it should be rough.

Lighting

An important role in the arrangement of the garage is played by high-quality lighting. The ideal option would be to install the window in the room. Thanks to him, natural lighting, which will never be superfluous, will burst into the garage.

Do not do in the garage and without artificial lighting. Experts recommend dividing lighting devices into three main areas: above the working platform, portable and general.

In such spaces there is no place for a heavy pendant chandelier with beautiful pendants. All lighting devices must be concise and restrained. Too colorful devices not only quickly lose their charm in such conditions, but also, perhaps, will interfere with the movement in the garage.

Storage systems

In the garage can not do without roomy storage systems. Most often in them place various automobile accessories and tools. Only being in the closet or on the shelves of the rack, such items will not interfere with the owner and constantly lost.

The most popular furniture for the garage is the rack. In such conditions, it is recommended to place structures made of plastic or metal, as they are more durable and unpretentious in matters of care. In a small garage you should not have too large shelves, as it will “eat” too much free space, preventing movement in the room.

For the proper organization of the available space, you can use other useful elements:

  • Shelves. As a rule, they are installed on the walls. They do not require a lot of space, so they are good options for small garages. It is possible to make shelves with your own hands - this will not take much time. They should be hung only after finishing the walls (leveling and plaster coating).
  • Shields for tools. Such elements are very convenient to use. All tools are clearly visible on them, so you don’t have to waste time searching for them.
  • Perforated plates. These items are attached special holders that differ from each other in length. On such details often store garden accessories. In addition, they are often supplemented with hooks, on which you can hang not only clothes, but also various ropes or a garden hose.

Doors and gates

Today, consumers have the opportunity to choose different doors and gates. They can be not only hinged, but also retractable, cantilever or sliding. The choice of the best option depends on the area of ​​the garage, as well as personal preferences and budget of the owners.

Try to choose reliable and durable structures that do not have to be sent every year for repair. In addition, gates and doors must be made of durable materials.

Such elements will not only protect the space from intruders from uninvited guests, but will also keep heat inside the garage.

Furniture

Many owners have in the garage not only a small sofa or a couple of chairs, but and other pieces of furniture:

  • computer desk with cabinets and cabinets;
  • floor and wall cabinets;
  • console tabletops;
  • homemade corner sofas of euro pallets;
  • small tables.

Of course, furniture items of impressive dimensions can be put only in spacious garages. Thus, in a large two-storey structure, some owners have not only storage systems, sofas and cabinets, but also bar counters, small billiard tables or air hockey. Such items need a lot of free space, so for them the whole floor is most often allocated.

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A small garage is not recommended to overload the furniture. Use it only the most necessary. Transformable structures will not be superfluous.

Attractive design ideas

Many people mistakenly believe that the garage can not be stylish and attractive. In fact, when choosing a beautiful finish and suitable colors, such a room can become insanely original.

For example, garages decorated in red-black or red-gray colors look very bright and fresh. In such an environment, the “chess” floor of black and white color will look spectacular. This design harmoniously complement the furniture burgundy and white. You can use racks and various small things with chrome surfaces.

If you like the ideas of minimalism, then you can always decorate your garage in aged white and gray colors. In such conditions it is not necessary to use bright accents. Of course, if you still want to decorate such an environment with colorful elements, then it is quite possible to do it. Red, orange, yellow, blue and green paints of bedside tables, tabletops or their accessories will stand out against a gray-white background.

In a small garage you can put a compact sofa. It is advisable to choose leather models, since with such upholstery it is much easier to remove pollution, and it does not absorb foreign odors.Choose a suitable place for upholstered furniture so that it does not interfere with the passage. If the area allows, then in front of the sofa you can put a small coffee table.

The interior of the garage looks very beautiful, made in white and blue colors. Against the background of such a decoration will look great floor cabinets with blue doors and white edging. Track lighting on a chrome base will only underline the modernity of such an original garage. Lay on the floor tiles with gray-white squares, and trim the wall behind the pedestals with silver tile.

In this video you are waiting for interesting ideas for storing tools in the garage.

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