7 Tips To Organizing & Spring Cleaning Your Garage

The first step in cleaning your garage is to declutter. Take everything out of the garage and sort through it. Even go as far as parking your car outside to get a full feel of the space and you can use your lawn and some large blankets or tarps to sort out your piles.

Decide what to keep, donate, sell, or throw away. Be ruthless when deciding what to keep, as the goal is to free up space and make the garage more organized.

Let’s be honest here, we don’t think of sweeping the garage or dusting the corners to get rid of cobwebs, but trust us, it is going to help you.

Once you’ve removed everything from the garage, sweep and dust the area thoroughly. Pay attention to corners and any hard-to-reach areas where dust may accumulate and banish any webs and debris that might still be hanging around.

Working with a clean space is going to make it so much easier to figure out where things should be stored.

Take the time to check for mold and mildew or any other types of gunk that might be lurking around your appliances such as your washer and your freezer. If you find any, use a solution of bleach and water to clean it up.

Be sure to wear gloves and a mask, and keep the garage door open for extra ventilation to protect yourself from the fumes. Chances are pretty low that there will be anything, but it’s always smart just to make sure the garage is in working order.

After the walls and ceiling are clean, it’s time to tackle the floors. Use a bucket filled with your favorite floor cleaner and hot water, but instead of using a regular mop, you might want to use a short-bristled broom that you can use to really scrub into any cracks and crevices that could be holding onto a lot of dirt.

It’s going to look so much better once it’s all dry and sparkling clean, you won’t believe the results!

Consider installing garage cabinets for extra storage space that keeps all of your belongings in one spot while also keeping all of your camping gear, decorations, and cleaning supplies hidden away from view.

No more clutter in the corners which will make you breathe a sigh of relief every time you enter your garage.

Now that your garage is clean and set up for putting everything back in, it’s time to organize. Group similar items together, such as gardening tools, sports equipment, and automotive supplies.

Consider installing shelves or cabinets to keep things off the floor and in their place.

Finally, make a plan to maintain the cleanliness and organization of your garage throughout the year.

Sweep and dust regularly, and put things away in their proper place after use, which will keep it looking nice as well as functional when you need to grab something from it.

In conclusion, cleaning your garage for spring doesn’t have to be a daunting task. With these tips, you can get your garage organized and ready for the coming months.

Remember to declutter, sweep and dust all of the cobwebs out, check for mold and mildew around your washing machine or sinks, clean the floors, install organizing and storage units, and maintain.

With a little effort, your garage will be a functional and organized space that you can enjoy all year long.

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