Garage design: DIY 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.

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

In a cozy and equipped garage, the following components must be present:

• ventilation and air conditioning systems;
• it is advisable to place a washbasin, a fire extinguisher and a container with sand in such conditions;
• there must be a free parking space in the garage;
• heating systems will also not be superfluous in an equipped garage;

• the presence of electrical outlets in sufficient quantity is imperative;
• racks and boxes are useful for placing various tools and other things necessary in a garage;
• drain grate for water drains.

As in the arrangement of living rooms, in organizing a 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 free space.

For competent calculation and division of the existing garage territory, you should:

• sketch out 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 install in your garage, as well as the method of opening / closing them;
• carefully plan where the free parking space will be. In this case, it must be borne in mind that the approach to transport must be possible from all sides, therefore, the passages must be left free;
• determine the place for workbenches, shelving, sink and sofa;
• Consider in advance what finishing materials you want to use in your garage design.

It's no secret that the garage is a real haven for the characteristic aromas of rubber, sawdust, car 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 that, in such conditions, will not lose their visual appeal and positive qualities. In addition, all coatings must be moisture and fire resistant.

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

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

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

When finishing the work, grout the remaining irregularities and cover the walls with high quality facade paint. It is not recommended to use cheap dyes, because in a garage they will quickly lose color saturation.

It is not recommended to use light-colored paints in the decoration of the garage. However, it is better to avoid shades that are too dark, so that the space does not begin to resemble a blank basement or a large closet. Calm warm tones will be a compromise solution. They will not only decorate the atmosphere, making it more comfortable, but also visually expand the space.

Clapboard should only be used if your garage has a large area. This finish is inexpensive and very easy to install. Such finishing work will take very little time and effort. But it should be borne in mind that when installing the lining, the usable space will be "eaten" by 10 cm. However, this has its advantages. For example, you can install insulation in the resulting gap to make it even cozier and more comfortable in the garage.

The main advantages of lining are:

• environmental friendliness;
• waterproofness;
• fire resistance;
• attractive appearance.

If you want to decorate your garage with colorful coatings, then you should look for printed lining in stores. Purchase panels in different colors and lay them out in patterned compositions on the walls. The result is a truly exclusive garage.

The listed interior decoration options are very popular and quite practical, but experts confidently state that there is nothing better than ceramic tiles and facing bricks. Very durable and unpretentious surfaces are obtained from such coatings. Even if any contamination appears on them, their removal is not difficult and does not take much time.

Ceramic tiles are lightweight, so it is recommended to lay them on the strongest walls, complemented by a reinforced mesh.

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

The garage floor is exposed to maximum stress. The finish of this base should seamlessly support the weight of the car (and it can be different), people, as well as racks clogged with tools. Cracks and any other damage should not appear on the floor surface in the garage.

The flooring in the garage, like other finishing materials, must be moisture and fire resistant. Not so long ago, special multi-layer floors came into vogue. The most practical and wear-resistant are combinations of sand, reinforced mesh and high-quality waterproofing with a self-leveling concrete mass. Instead of concrete mortar, you can purchase reliable epoxy, polyurethane or acrylic resins.

In the garage, ordinary concrete slabs can also be laid 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 get dirty with fuel oil or reagents that are sprinkled on the roads, it must be treated with a special mastic.

In the design of the garage, it is necessary to think over the drainage systems. They are useful so that puddles do not form inside the room, for example, from melting snows in the winter season. A simple gutter along the gate can act as a drain. Its end can be brought out into the storm network. For the high-quality functioning of such a system, the garage floor during installation should be made with a slight slope in the direction of the exit.

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

You can't do without artificial lighting in the garage. Experts recommend dividing lighting fixtures into three main areas: above the work area, portable and general.

In such spaces, there is no place for a heavy pendant chandelier with beautiful pendants. All lighting fixtures should be concise and discreet. Overly colorful devices will not only quickly lose their charm in such conditions, but may also interfere with moving around the garage.

In the garage, you cannot do without spacious storage systems. Most often, various car accessories and tools are placed in them. Only being in the closet or on the shelves of the rack, such items will not interfere with the owner and are constantly lost.

The most popular garage furniture is the shelving unit. In such conditions, it is recommended to place structures made of plastic or metal, as they are more wear-resistant and unpretentious in terms of maintenance. In a small garage, do not have too large a rack, as it will "eat up" too much free space, interfering with movement in the room.

For the competent 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. You can make shelves with your own hands - it will not take much time. They should be hung only after finishing the walls (leveling and plastering).
• Shields for tools. Such elements are very easy to use. All the tools are clearly visible on them, so you don't have to spend extra time looking for them.
• Perforated slabs. Special holders are attached to such objects, differing from each other in length. Garden accessories are often stored on such parts. In addition, they are often supplemented with hooks on which you can hang not only clothes, but also different ropes or a garden hose.

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

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

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

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

Of course, pieces of furniture of impressive dimensions can only be placed in spacious garages. So, in a large-sized two-story building, 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 a whole floor is most often allocated for them.

Many people mistakenly believe that a garage cannot be stylish and attractive. In fact, when choosing beautiful finishes and matching 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, a "checkerboard" floor in black and white will look spectacular. A similar design will harmoniously complement the burgundy and white furniture. You can use racks and various small items with chrome surfaces.

If you like minimalist ideas, then you can always decorate your garage in seasoned white and gray colors. In such conditions, it is not at all 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 so. On a gray-white background, red, orange, yellow, blue and green paints of bedside tables, countertops or their accessories will stand out.

In a small garage, you can put a compact sofa. It is advisable to choose leather models, since it is much easier to remove dirt from such upholstery, 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 space allows, then you can put a small coffee table in front of the sofa.

The interior of the garage, made in white and blue paints, looks very nice. Against the background of such a finish, floor cabinets with blue doors and white edging will look great. Track lighting on a chrome base will only emphasize the modernity of such an original garage. Lay tiles with gray and white squares on the floor, and trim the wall behind the curbstones with silver tiles.

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