Your garage is a valuable piece of real estate, but if you don’t own a car, or if you prefer to keep yours on your driveway then you may not be using that space as much more than a dumping ground for things that you’ve cleared out of your house.
Even if you are using the space in a little bit of a more organized way, there are a few options for really getting the most out of it that might be a little bit more useful or fun than simply extra storage space. Read on for a few of our favorite ideas!
Home gym
One of the most popular ways to use a garage is to turn it into a home gym, and if you have a busy life and struggle to make it to the gym as often as you would like it could be the perfect solution!
Some people just prefer to work out in private, so if that’s you then having your own space to tone your physique could be the motivation you need to finally get moving.
Shelling out for gym equipment might seem like a rather daunting expense, but you don’t need to fully kit your garage out right away. Start with some free weights and a yoga mat and save up for more pricey bits of kit with the money you save from not paying for a gym membership!
Not sure where to start? This guide is a great place to start and it talks you through all of the different things you should consider.
Movie room
If one of your favorite ways to relax and unwind is to stick on a good movie and kick back, having somewhere really cost to do this can add a real touch of luxury to your home.
Depending on your budget and personal preference, you can go as fancy as you like or keep things basic. Whether you just put up a projector screen and get a few beanbags, or you go all out with a mini fridge and comfy sofas is entirely up to you.
Home office
If you work from home or run your own business, having a proper office space can be really important. If you don’t already have a room going spare that you can convert, why not consider kitting out your garage?
There’s a bit more to it than just moving your desk into your garage, as if you’re keeping computer equipment in there you will want to make sure the space is properly insulated and not cold or damp, so you’ll want to have the room professionally converted.
The best thing is that once you have your freshly converted room, you have complete free reign over designing your home office. Here is some great inspiration from Ideal Home if you need a few ideas!
Rent it out
Another option that you may not have considered is the option to rent out your garage to make some extra cash if you really aren’t using it. After all, you may as well get some benefit out of the space, and somebody else could find it really useful.
If you live in a convenient location people will pay for parking spots where their vehicle will be safe, and some companies like Lock Up Garages will rent yours out for you!