Storage System

A nice storage will prolong the effective work of your equipment in the garage. A well-organized garage sets you in a working mood. Due to the order in the garage, you know exactly where your tools are and you can quickly grab the needed screwdriver while you repairing something. And it is very important to keep children away from the sharp tools. So a garage storage rack is the best solution.

The manufacturers present a lot of garage storage racks for a neat and organized space, storage racks for bikes. The models are developed of high-quality materials. The rack is easily installed, and the assembly will not take much time. The manufacturers pay a special attention to a steadiness of the rack because it is very important during holding heavy items. So you also should consider these factors when you choose a storage rack. And a right decision will give you good results.
In order to ease making a choice, we provide you with reviews that are the best on the market. These reviews will help you to know the best features of the storage racks. Due to this, you will definitely find your storage rack that will meet all your requirements and budget.

Product name	Product dimensions, (LxWxH)	Product weight	Capacity
FLEXIMOUNTS Check the price	96" x 48" x 40"	68 lbs	600 lbs
HyLoft Check the price	45" x 45" x 28"	24.7 lbs	250 lbs
MonsterRax Check the price	96" x 48" x 45"	80 lbs	600 lbs
FLEXIMOUNTS Check the price	96" x 36" x 40"	52.2 lbs	550 lbs
FLEXIMOUNTS Check the price	72" x 36" x 40"	40.1 lbs	450 lbs
HyLoft Check the price	45" x 45" x 28"	26 lbs	250 lbs
SafeRacks Check the price	96" x 48" x 45"	84 lbs	600 lbs

FLEXIMOUNTS 4x8 Overhead Garage Storage Rack

FLEXIMOUNTS – Best garage storage racks

• AVOID WATER DAMAGE BY STORING YOUR ITEMS OFF THE GARAGE FLOOR. Protect your items and use garage ceiling space to store seasonal and unused items. 22” to 40” ceiling dropdown provides up to 105 cu. Ft. of storage. Dimensions: 96 in. L x 48 in. W x 22-40 in. H. （Accessory hooks and items pictured on the racks are not included.
• SAFE – BUY Overhead Racks with LONG ceiling brackets designed to be attached to 2 studs. Combined with SIX vertical posts, it is the optimal structure choice to ensure safety.
• QUALITY – Top quality screw selected and All hardwares have gone through strict tests. Heavy duty cold-rolled steel construction provides safely loading up to 600lbs.
• DIFFERENT – INTEGRATED GRID DESIGN – More stable and sturdy compared to others with separate frame and wire.

 Our partner’s review: 

Give me a high-five, if you do not know the ropes how to build or repair anything. Why am I telling this? I just want to emphasize the ease of the installation of this storage rack. I’m not judging and don’t insult anyone.

So I just looked at the pics on the instruction, counted the hardware and holes, and then went for it. Yes, no difficult schemes at all! That was all I needed. The package was neat. All parts were separated. I noticed no defects, and the structure of all parts was integral. And I think that there were no scratches. Well, I didn’t look for them on purpose, because it didn’t matter to me.

I used this storage rack to the maximum. I also used some boxes to make it more organized. So I kept clothes, some blankets, decorations, Christmas trees, and other stuff that you may need from time to time. The storage rack didn’t even blink. The accessibility is simple, and if you have a ladder, you will not have any problems.

To install the rack you will need drill, ladder, tape measure, pencil, and also provided wrenches. I took 13 mm wrench to fix the lock nuts. Just measure it, count it, and you will be fine. The box is rather heavy, 68 lbs. So, do not move it alone. I recommend you to put the racks together at a time. You may get hurt if you just lift the 4’x8′ metal cage on the ladder. Just find a partner, and it will be easier and faster to put the racks together. As to me, I did it on my own because I did it one at a time.

I can’t say exactly how much time I spend, or how much you will spend. I recommend to not hurry. Just take your time. Just do it thoroughly. If you do not have time, you may ask for a help. I can say that the installation took just 2 hours, and I didn’t rush.

That is my experience. I just wanted to share it with you. And I don’t get any money for this review. I just want to say that I like this product. I may seem for some people that it would be difficult to install this storage rack but I can say that all people are different, and you should count on your skills and efforts.

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A minimalist living is now one of the popular trends. There is a statement that a storage is not a minimalist lifestyle. But it is a mistake. There are situations when your house should be decluttered. Or maybe you are moving out or just selling your house? In this case, the storage is the best solution to get rid of the unnecessary things. And a storage container is just the case. Moreover, the containers can be sold again, if you do not need them anymore.

We will give you an example. We have got a garage sale a few weeks ago. This sale was massive, because the owner had the antique products. You should have seen this! There were a lot of stuff. She also used plenty of containers. There were small and big storage containers, as well as old and new ones. It was good-looking and handy.

Product name	Product description	Product dimensions	Product weight
Stack-On Check the price	Can be divided in up to 17 compartments. Secure snap-fit latches lock the contents in place. Built in handle for easy carry	3.4" x 17" x 13.1"	3 pounds
NanaPluz Check the price	Clear drawers show you exactly what you’ve stashed inside	15.5" x 13.2" x 27.75"	7 pounds
Rubbermaid Commercial Products Check the price	Storage bin is a heavy-duty storage container used for storing and transporting items	44.5" x 28.1" x 17.3"	7.2 pounds
Sterilite Check the price	Made in USA. Channeled walls and thick rim provide added strength and rigidity in this more flexible resin. Deep recessed lids provide secure stacking capabilities.	23.9" x 18.1" x 15.2"	32 pounds
Seville Classics Check the price	16 Durable Sliding and Locking Polypropylene (PP) Bins (12 L, 4 XL)	14" x 36" x 56"	74 pounds
Sterilite Check the price	Made in the USA Indexed lid for secure stacking. Equipped with wheels for easy transportation of heavy loads.	36.6" x 21" x 19.5"	9.75 pounds
Greenpro Check the price	Made of durable polystyrene strong frame with non-breakable translucent drawers. Can be wall mounted, includes necessary hardware, or can be stacked on a table.	15" x 7.3" x 19"	6.4 pounds
Akro-Mils Check the price	Rugged, high-impact polystyrene frame can be stacked or wall mounted. Ideal for crafts, beads, hardware, fishing, and more, made in the USA	20" x 16" x 7"	7.5 pounds
BIGANT Check the price	smart crates are the ultimate space-saving solution that combines packing, transport and storage into one reusable, collapsible container; interlaced design that adds to the durability and also allows you to easily view the contents	21.3" x 14.2" x 11.8"	5.29 pounds
Muscle Rack Check the price	High-density polyethylene plastic. Great for indoor and outdoor storage Very strong heavy duty construction Easily stackable	23.5" x 19.5" x 13.5"	12.19 pounds

There are also many companies that use big containers. Some of them are great, and others are not. As to me, I have a deal just with storage or moving companies. And I know how the goods may be damaged if they have not used a proper storage container. And when you choose a container, you should take some important factors. A success in having a good storage container depends on a product size, temperature, and product’s weight. A place where you will keep containers also matters. It should be easily accessible.

These factors are very important. If you want to see the content of the container, choose a clear storage container. However, these containers do not last long. Also, you may need to access the container easily, and so the weight of the container should be light. It may have wheels for better transportation.

So, if you want to have a quality container, you have to consider all those factors. When you are moving, the storage containers may be thrown (it happens, believe me). So, why to put fragile things at a risk? And if you do not move, you have faced a situation when you drop a thing, haven’t you?

By the way, you can save money if you keep the storage containers right. A direct sunlight or cold weather will affect your container, it may be broken, or cracked, and so you will have to buy another one. Keep this information in mind.

Some storage containers may have a snap-close handle, and others have just a lid to tightly close the container. These two options are good but if you tend to fill the container up, you will not be able to put a lid on it and close it tightly. And in this case, all your things may fall off if you take the container.

Before buying any storage container, we recommend you to read reviews on the site. You should focus on the quality of a product. Consider reviews that have at least 4-star rating. In this case, this product deserves your attention. Then you may compare prices of the containers on different websites.

Before getting a new garage storage container, you decide on a size. It may be small, midsize, and large storage container. Moreover, you can also consider aesthetically pleasing containers. Maybe, you have a fashion garage, or place, and you need containers with the same color or print. Now it is all possible! And we can truly say that now the storage containers are not ugly, they can be original and beautiful.

You have probably seen the ads of the storage container, and the size of the lid is mentioned there. This may be tricky because they do not tell the exact size of the container bottom. So be attentive and read carefully about the dimensions of the container you are going to order. It would be a bad situation when you will receive your garage container but it turned out small. In this case, you can ask for a refund and then order the bigger one. But who has some spare time?

So, as you see, there are many brands and options offering great storage containers for every need. Rubbermaid and Steralite are the most popular manufacturers of the containers. They produce quality products. Let’s consider the benefits of the container sizes.

Small containers

Small containers are rather popular and handy. They are made of translucent plastic, and so you can see everything you put in the container. You can keep small items and protect them against bad weather conditions and dust.

Pay attention to the lid. The small containers cannot be stack from floor up to the ceiling. But you can use the small containers on the shelves, or in boxes to have more organized space. To me, they are very convenient for small spaces because you can also organize various drawers where you collect some stuff. Some small items may be lost in this pile of things but due to the small storage containers you will always have a neat space and will not lose anything.

You may consider the following small containers:

Compartment Professional Deluxe Organizer

Deluxe Organizer – Best storage containers for moving

• Dividers keep contents organized – grid design on ABS lid keeps contents from shifting.
• Can be divided in up to 17 compartments.
• Secure snap-fit latches lock the contents in place.
• Built in handle for easy carry.
• Use it to organize small parts in the garage, shop, inside the home or on the go
• Product Dimensions 3.4 x 17 x 13.1 inches
• Item Weight 3 pounds

Our partner’s review:

I have a couple of these, and I like this brand. The design is steady, and I keep many different small parts there. The quality is high, and it can keep several pounds. I use dividers to adjust the size of the container, and due to this, I better use the storage space and have various configurations. I can take it anywhere I want and I’m confident that I won’t lose any detail or component. It is helpful during different kinds of work.

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Sometimes it happens that a garage becomes a place with collected mess. Even though you try to organize everything and keep things in order but a spring cleaning is always a good idea. You should find a time and sort all strange piles of things out in the garage. And you will find a lot of interesting stuff there. This way, you will clean your space, and get rid of the unnecessary things.
Of course, this process is not obligatory if your garage is well organized. You can achieve this with the help of good shelving in the garage to organize and store your tools, boxes, and other things.
There is a great variety of shelves coming in various profiles. It depends on a situation what profile should be used, and it has its own benefits and flaws. The benefits may be very attractive but you have to be careful and consider your space thoroughly, otherwise your shelves will gather dust in the corner.
What are the types of the shelving systems?

Product name	Shelving system	Product dimensions, (LxWxH)	Product weight	Capacity
BestOffice Check the price	5-tier shelving unit on 4” wheels	48" x 24" x 76"	83.2 lbs	5000 lbs
AmazonBasics Check the price	5-shelf shelving unit	36" x 14" x 72"	34.1 lbs	Total max load weight is 1750 pounds
VonHaus Check the price	4 tier garage shelving unit with wall brackets and sturdy rubber feet	52" x 24" x 12"	19.95 lbs	maximum load capacity of 60 lbs per shelf
AmazonBasics Check the price	4-shelf shelving unit on 3'' casters	36" x 14" x 57.8"	29.1 lbs	Total max load weight with leveling feet is 1400 lbs
SafeRacks Check the price	Garage wall shelf two-pack 18"x36" includes bike hooks	18" x 36"	-	Total of 500 lb per pair
TKT Check the price	Heavy duty shelving 5-shelf shelving unit	72" x 36" x 18"	55.1 lbs	Whole shelving holds up to 1.925 pounds
FLEXIMOUNTS Check the price	2-Pack wall shelf garage storage rack floating shelves	38" x 13" x 6.3"	57.3 lbs	Safety loading up to 400 lbs

The most popular type of shelving systems is standard, and you can meet it in any settings. As a rule, these shelve stands have a construction with four stands where you can place as many shelves as you want. This shelving unit is able to keep the heavy loads, however, you can see all the stuff on these shelves.
The next common type is wall mount. You can mount this shelving unit anywhere you need, so this feature makes this type of the shelving system very convenient. If you do not want to keep your tools on the ground, this is what you need. Or maybe you have very curious kids? But you should take into account the weight of the things on the shelves because the wall mounts have some limits.
An overhead shelving unit provides a balance between the standard type and a wall mount. The shelves are installed on the roof beams. It gives a good security for heavy loads and provides a bigger storage space. A great advantage of this type is keeping the stuff away from other people and things. However, you may face a problem with installing this type of the shelving unit. And if you need to take something from this shelf, you should use a ladder. The cost of the overhead shelving systems is higher than other types.
If you are going to use a big shelf, it does not mean that you can store everything you want on it. You should consider a weight of the stored materials. For example, not every shelf can handle a bag with concrete. This is one of the most important characteristics that should be taken into account when you choose shelves for your garage.
Another fact to consider is a size. Some shelve can be adjusted which is very convenient. And other shelving systems have different configurations meant for different spaces. And a number of the shelves depends on these characteristics.
The shelving unit should fit a space you want, so make sure that you have measured the space and the shelves you are going to buy. The shelving system with wheels may be a good option if you are going to move it from time to time.

5-Wire Shelving Unit Steel Large Metal Shelf Organizer Garage Storage Shelves

BestOffice – Best garage storage system on wheels

The shelves are a very important thing to keep the all-important documents properly. From the study room to the kitchen there must be need of a hard shelf for keeping the things in front of eyes. Here, the company has unleashed a new type of hard shelves for commercial uses.

• The wire shelving unit is easy to assemble, You only need to spend 15 minutes to install it. This storage shelves structure is very simple ,No tools required to assemble it.The metal shelf is simple to assemble, all parts packaged for idiots.wire shelving unit storage shelves metal shelf.
• The storage shelves use durable steel construction,and to resist dirt buildup and corrosion. The wire shelving unit can take a lot of weight.The metal shelf is very sturdy, each wire shelf have two reinforcing ribs.Maximum weight capacity per shelf is 1000lbs when equally distributed on feet levelers.Maximum entire unit weight capacity is 600lbs when equally distributed on casters.storage shelves wire shelving unit metal shelf.
• You can adjust the height of the storage shelves according to the size of the item.The spacing of each layer of this metal shelf can be adjusted.Shelves of the wire shelving unit are adjustable height at 1″ increments.storage shelves metal shelf wire shelving unit.
• The wire shelving unit provide an enormous amount of space and strong shelves.This metal shelf have a lot of room for storage.The storage shelves doesn’t occupy too much space,but it can create more additional space. wire shelving unit metal shelf storage shelves.
• This metal shelf is suitable for a wide range of applications.You can use this storage shelves in a variety of places, such as the bathroom kitchen garage.Tools, books,clothes,bag and other things can be placed on this wire shelving unit.metal shelf storage shelves wire shelving unit.
• Product Dimensions 48 x 24 x 76 inches
• Item Weight 83.2 pounds

Our partner’s review:

I was looking for a good and steady shelf in order to keep the shipping supplies. This type of the shelves turned out the best option for me. It looks steady, it is big that gives a possibility to hold many items. The price is exceptional because there are places that give a higher price. The shipping is not very fast but it has arrived in time, and there is no rush to me.
I would like to comment on the installation. It is not so hard if you are very attentive. Special tools are not needed. In fact, you just attach the holds to the poles. And then it is slid in the holes on the shelves. First off, I could not place them right, and then I realized that I placed them upside down. One end of the plastic piece is larger. The both parts should be attached in one place. If the hole is not placed, just flip the plastic piece the opposite direction. By the way, you should exactly know where you want to put your shelves. So take some measurements. In my case, the bottom shelf is large. It is very convenient to me. Also, you should know that it has wheels. If you do not want stable feet, you can use wheels. The feet attachments are already screwed into four poles.

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