Metal racks for the garage: types of storage structures

As a rule, the garage is not only a parking space for a car. Most people store there car accessories, various tools and some other items for which there is not enough space in the house. Most of the time there is so much storage that accumulates that it is impossible to find the item. It is in order to prevent confusion, use metal racks for the garage, which provide neat storage and convenient organization of all the necessary things.

This type of construction is the best for organizing space in the garage. The racks are very durable, can withstand a lot of weight, and at the same time they are light in weight and convenient to dispose of.

A great advantage of metal shelving is the ease of assembly.that saves time and, perhaps, money, because you can assemble the structure yourself, without resorting to the help of a professional assembler. The possibility of adjusting the height of the shelves is very convenient, and some models have the ability to change even the distance between the shelves, which greatly facilitates the process of placing things.

Another advantage of metal structures is their long service life. Racks made of quality steel and coated with polymer dye are completely resistant to hanging moisture levels, temperature extremes and the effects of household chemicals or other means necessary for the car. Due to the above signs, they will serve you for more than a dozen years, even being in damp garages without heating.

Thanks to these advantages, you will be able to store in your garage all the most necessary car accessories. Metal racks are initially designed in such a way as to have several levels, each of which is designed to store certain items: tires, disks, tools. It should be noted that car tires should be stored in a special way to ensure the longest possible life.For example, tires without discs must lie flat, and tires with discs must be stored upright.

With proper placement, even the smallest garage can be made an efficient storage place. There are several recommendations that will help functionally arrange all the items. For example, the most dimensional things should be put on the lower shelves. Firstly, it will be easier for you to get them, and secondly, they will not visually clutter up the space.

There are two types of metal structures for the garage: hinged and floor. Hinged models are fixed directly to the wall, from here they got their second name - wall. Most often such racks are collapsible. If necessary, they will be easy enough to remove, and then fix back. The great advantage of such models is an easy and fast installation process.

During the installation of mounted structures, you should consider some of the nuancesto prevent inconvenience. This type is fixed exclusively on the bearing wall or surface, which has a very high strength. Otherwise, you risk getting not only a dropped rack, which could not withstand a large load, but also a terrible mess in the garage, and broken or damaged things.

Another important point is the inability of wall structures to withstand a lot of weight, which means that you will not be able to place heavy drawers on the upper shelves. For many, these nuances can be a significant drawback, which is why such car enthusiasts are recommended to pay attention to the second type - outdoor.

Such models are more popular among buyers, as they are more practical. As a rule, the floor type of shelving has a collapsible design that can be easily made by hand. The big advantage of this type, in contrast to the mounted, is the fact that the racks can withstand heavy weight.

There are several subspecies of floor structures, each of which has its own characteristics:

• wall;
• mobile;
• rotational;
• island;
• stationary.

The stationary subspecies is floor-standing, but at the request of the owner it can be attached to the wall and fixed with dowels. Mobile racks, as a rule, are immediately installed on the small wheels that are included. They are easy to move from one place to another when necessary, so most often they are used to store small items or tools that should always be visible.

Wall models are fixed directly on the wall and they can be used only on one side, but island structures are mainly installed in large garages to divide the space into two parts, they can be accessed from both sides.

Rotating models are very convenient, as they save space and are quite functional. With proper sorting and organization, inside you can store a huge number of small things, such as screws, nails, nuts, bolts, etc. Thus, you will save not only space in your own garage, but also the time that is usually spent on searches of a particular subject.

Modern motorists really appreciate modular modular shelving, which can be modified, depending on the situation.They imply the ability to increase or, conversely, reduce the number of shelves, which is very convenient. If necessary, you can increase the height of the shelf to put there a large object or drawer.

There are certain requirements that motorists must make to shelves for racks. First of all, they must have increased strength in order to hold the load and not be deformed when a heavy object is installed on them. The shelves must be installed in such a way that the driver can freely access them.

Mostly garage shelves are standard sizes. A shelf with a width of 1.5–2 meters and a depth of 30–45 centimeters is considered optimal. Height varies, depending on the size of the intended storage, it can vary in the range of 25-100 centimeters.

There are several types of structures that are selected according to the preferences of the owner of the garage:

• open;
• closed;
• removable;
• separated.

Open shelves are distinguished by the possibility of permanent free access to any item. As a rule, they are found in mounted models.Closed models are perfect for car enthusiasts who prefer accuracy. They exclude the possibility of the fall or loss of any object, even the smallest.

Removable models are very practical, as they can be easily interchanged, and the rack itself can be moved to another location. In the construction with a divided type of shelf, initially divided into small cells, which ensures proper organization, order on the rack and saves finances, since you will not need to buy additional boxes and storage boxes.

Before choosing a suitable rack, you should consider some details:

• First of all, it is necessary to consider items for storage, their weight and dimensions. It is important to take into account the material of the structure, its size, method of fixation and installation. Competently need to choose and shelves.
• At the stage of installation design should carefully select the installation location. The best option is the area that is furthest from the garage doors, so that the driver has space to enter and move.
• Today there is a wide choice of materials from which the racks are made: wood, plastic, but the best option is metal.

Before starting work on creating a shelving with your own hands, you should decide on the material, and if metal is the best option for the frame, then the shelves can be made both metal and wood. In the first case, the shelves are purchased in the hardware store, in the second - they can be made independently by cutting out of plywood or chipboard 1.5–2 cm thick with a saw or jigsaw. If you do not want to spend money, use an old chest of drawers or another wooden piece of furniture as the material for the shelves. It is necessary to protect the shelves from rot, water and other troubles and pre-oil and paint them.

Racks for the frame are made of rectangular profiles with a section of 5x5 cm. The very same frame is made of a corner with a shelf 1.5-2 centimeters wide, it can be either bolted to the rack or welded. During welding, it is important to adjust the horizontal position, otherwise after finishing work it will be impossible to correct the inaccuracy. Bolting each part will have to be tricky, and it will take a lot of time. In the first case, you will get a solid connection for a quick time, in the second - a practical model with removable shelves that can be moved at your discretion.

Preliminary, it should be noted the location of future shelves, so as not to engage in the calculation in the process, since this can significantly slow down the progress of work. After the frame is made, it is necessary to coat it with a primer and paint it with a special anti-corrosion agent. After drying on the construction of the boards are attached with screws. If you want to have a wall rack, just fix it close to the wall with brackets.

How to make the shelves in the garage with your own hands, see below.