DIY tool rack drawings. Making shelves in the garage with your own hands: practical tips, recommendations

In many cases, the garage serves universal workshop. Tools for all occasions are stored here: for car repairs and for repairing home furniture.

This function is greatly expanded if the garage is built with country house or at the dacha. Here the owner simply has to be a jack of all trades master- lay electrical wiring to the gazebo, sharpen a knife and an ax, repair a lawn mower, refuel and lubricate a snow blower, plan a new one wooden beam for leaky support under grapes...

All this troublesome work requires various instruments And devices, which you've probably already had for a long time.

But how can they be conveniently and rationally placed?

Garage space zoning

First of all, let's go into the garage with a tape measure, a pencil, a notepad and a strong desire to finally get rid of the trash that we've been sorry to throw away for years - what if it comes in handy someday?

The design principles of such production and storage facilities presuppose their clear functional zoning.

But meanwhile, you have long ago, without knowing it, divided the garage into functional zones.

In one, at the entrance, something necessary is kept at hand daily, and in the far corner it gathers dust rarely sought after. Small tools are mixed together in a small box, heavy hammers and sledgehammers rust under the wall on the floor. Somewhere there are containers with antifreeze and transmission oil in a pile.

We will apply this intuitively correct distribution when designing ordered placement of tools.

First, let's estimate and draw

Let's define wall, along which we will build racks and shelves for tools. Data about its height and width entered into the notepad will become Starting point for a drawing of future storage facilities.

Having decided on the location of the tools, we will, in turn, divide "instrumental" zone to clear structures where tools, fixtures and fasteners will be located:

for a car (locksmith);
for electrical work;
for welding work;
for carpentry work.

DIY tool shelves in the garage: materials and design

design tool rack and material The material from which it will be made will determine the size of the free space into which it will have to be “fitted,” as well as your technical imagination and acquired or completely absent skills for such work.

In any case, it is wise to preface your own project by visiting the Internet sites of garage DIYers, where already completed projects are displayed for everyone to see. successful projects garage interiors.

But the main choice factor is yours budget, i.e. the amount you are willing to spend in the name of garage comfort.

DIY tool shelves in the garage - photo:

Convenient and simple rack

The proposed tool rack is just a concept, a sketch of one of the possible designs, therefore exact dimensions there is no point in pointing out. You will fill your size with numbers individual project.

Based on considerations of strength and durability, we will make a continuous shelving along the wall of the garage with shelves of different heights from a steel angle of 50x50 mm. We will make shelves from edged boards 4-5 cm thick.

We will need a grinder with discs for cutting metal, a welding machine, a couple of packs of electrodes, an electric drill, a carpenter's corner, a water level, a carpenter's saw, a tape measure, and a marker.

The number of supporting posts depends on the length of the rack. The step between them (respectively, the length of the shelves) is determined to be 1 m.

Important: We set the width (depth) of the shelves in such a way that they do not interfere with opening the doors of a car entering the garage. If this condition is met, a convenient shelf width will be 40-50 cm.

We mark the corner, cut it and weld it into a rectangular perimeter of the stand. According to the drawing, we mark, cut and weld into the perimeter the transverse corners on which there will be lean wooden shelves. We design them at different heights, based on the dimensions of the tools planned for placement.

Don't forget about the special low section for boxes with fasteners.

We place the first shelf at a height 60-80 cm from floor level garage. In this lower space we will place fuel cans, bulky and heavy objects, and spare units.

Racks weld to reinforcement rods driven into the wall. Along the top and in the middle, we weld around the rack posts with a horizontal jumper made from a corner or a steel strip.

Now it's time to take the hacksaw and cut the boards to size. Before installing shelves boards soak in hot drying oil, we’ll paint it in a day.

We hang everything that can be hung

Sleeve sets wrenches can be conveniently, visually and beautifully hung in ascending sizes on brightly colored boards attached to the wall in the depths of the shelves. Above each key can be glued paper sticker with size, large printed on a printer, or write the numbers by hand with a permanent marker directly on the board.

Making the most of vertical surfaces, in the same way we hang hammers, pliers and other tools with a configuration suitable for such placement on the side walls of the rack.

Watch an interesting video on how to make a shelf for keys in the garage with your own hands:

Conclusion

Many motorists have had garages for a long time perfectly equipped, the tools are placed rationally and conveniently - so that they can be taken from their usual place with their eyes closed.

Please tell us about your comfortable garage, share your experience with novice colleagues in this truly masculine hobby.

Orderly placement of tools, spare parts, building materials and other items are provided by racks made of. Such metal structures are installed in garages, home and repair shops, utility rooms, and cellars. The simplest option is to purchase a kit to create a prefabricated shelving unit.

It contains: a corner (aluminum or galvanized steel), shelf covering treated with special antiseptic compounds (for wood materials), fasteners. The shelves can be installed at different heights. Such kits are convenient and functional, but, as a rule, they are not intended for heavy loads. In addition, these metal structures have low rigidity due to play at the joints. Therefore, craftsmen with metalworking and welding skills prefer to make racks with a metal frame from a corner with their own hands. The advantages of this option: the ability to build a structure optimal size and carrying capacity and financial savings.

What materials and tools will be needed to make a rack?

To store fairly heavy items, racks are made from steel equal or unequal angle, 30x50 mm with a wall thickness of 3-5 mm. Typically, hot-rolled corner steel is used for these purposes, which is primed and painted to increase corrosion resistance. For this purpose, it is convenient to use “2 in 1” primer enamels, which serve as both a primer and a finishing coat. If for the manufacture of a structure you use a corner that has been used and has become covered with rust, then it is better to purchase “3 in 1” metal paint. It functions as a converter of rust, soil and decorative enamel.

For flooring they use plywood, OSB, chipboard, less often - sheet metal. To store large items, the covering of the shelves is made of bars located with gaps; for storing small items and installing cans of preserves - from plywood, fiberboard, chipboard, OSB, boards. Metal flooring is made in cases where it is planned to store heavy objects. A big disadvantage of wood is its low resistance to aggressive biofactors. The tree quickly rots, becomes moldy, and is damaged by insects. To extend its service life, the wooden covering is treated with antiseptic compounds. To increase resistance to fire - fire retardants.

To create a welded rack you will need a welding machine. Most popular now welding inverters. For welding ferrous metal up to 10 mm thick, machines can be used that provide a welding current of 160-180 A. The diameter of the electrodes is 3-4 mm.

You will also need:

angle grinder (angle grinder, “grinder”) with a cutting wheel designed for metal work – cutting workpieces to size;
cleaning wheel– for processing welds;
drill or screwdriver, screws with a drill-shaped end, washers with rubber gaskets to secure the shelf covering;
electrodes;
building level;
wood saw or electric jigsaw for cutting boards or plywood to size;
measuring instruments;
primer and enamel.

To carry out procurement and assembly work, you will need personal protective equipment - gloves and goggles.

Design options

The design of the rack includes racks, a frame for shelves, and flooring. To increase the stability of a heavily loaded structure, diagonal braces are mounted on its rear side - steel strips that are welded or screwed to the racks. Braces compensate for lateral forces and increase the reliability and stability of the structure.

Before making a rack from metal corner determine its dimensions and draw up a drawing. When determining the geometry of a welded structure, the following points are taken into account:

If you want to make a shelving for the entire wall, then determine its length to be 100-150 mm shorter than the length of the wall. If this condition is not met, then it will be impossible or very difficult to install the metal structure.
The height is determined depending on the height of the room and the ability to bring the welded structure inside.
Traditional shelf depth universal purpose– 400-600 mm, height – 300-500 mm. When making a metal rack from a corner for a garage with your own hands, you usually choose a distance between shelves of 450-500 mm, for storing canned food in the cellar - 300-350 mm. To arrange plastic bottles with a volume of 1.5-2.0 liters, the distance between tiers is 400 mm. The distance from the floor to the lower tier is 500-700 mm or more. Typically, the heaviest items are placed on the bottom shelf.

Advice! If you plan to store items on the racks different sizes, then it is recommended to make the design universal. To do this, a welded frame is made, and several holes are drilled in the racks to install the shelves. This device allows you to change the number of shelves and the distance between them.

When calculating the dimensions of a metal rack, take into account the fact that the corner on metal bases is usually supplied in 6 m lengths. It is desirable that the length of the metal structure be multiple of length angle bars to avoid waste. Traditional option are metal structures 2 m long. For storing heavy objects, the spans between the support posts are reduced to 1.5 m.

Attention! Long angle rods usually have a length of 11.7 m rather than 12 m, which must be taken into account when making calculations.

You can cut the corner to size yourself, or you can order this service at a metal depot; usually there is a small surcharge for cutting.

How to weld a rack from corners with plywood flooring: stages of work

Work is carried out in free space:

To ensure a stable position of the metal structure, it is attached to the wall using brackets.

So that the “goods” in the garage do not interfere with movement, it is necessary to somehow organize its storage. Garage racks are the most convenient. If there is enough space, they can be made on the entire wall or even on several walls. If there is no space below, you will have to move upstairs and make shelves under the ceiling. Not the best the best option, but sometimes the only one. Still, garage shelving that sits on the floor is safer, especially if it is securely attached to the wall (to avoid unpleasant situations).

Which rack is better: welded or bolted

Garage shelving is made of wood and metal. Wooden ones are mostly non-removable - on nails and screws. They are usually installed permanently, attached to the wall. Metal racks can be welded. Then they are inseparable. There are racks with bolted connections. These structures are mobile and can be disassembled if necessary. Their disadvantage is insufficient rigidity, since there is always some play in such a connection. To make the structure more stable, it is attached to the walls. To do this, metal plates with a hole can be welded (bolted) to the outer posts. Drive a crutch into this hole (after drilling a hole of a slightly smaller diameter in the wall).

One option is a frame made of profile pipe and plywood shelves

Both welded and bolted garage shelving work well, but welded structures are more common. The collapsible option is chosen in two cases. The first is that it is possible to move to another garage and all the equipment will need to be transported, but the structure weighs hundreds of kilograms, so moving it entirely is problematic. The second is that there is no possibility or desire to use welding (if you make the garage racks yourself). The rest usually prefer welded ones - they are more stable and, if you have experience in welding, they can be assembled faster.

There are also metal racks made from perforated corners on sale. They are also mobile and can be disassembled, but they are connected using hooks (on the crossbars) and grooves (on the racks). Such storage systems are convenient - you can rearrange the shelves to the desired height. Their downside is that they are expensive.

Designs and sizes

Structurally, garage racks consist of racks, crossbars and shelves. Sometimes, to increase rigidity, transverse ties are also made on the back side - two steel strips welded/screwed to the outer posts diagonally. They compensate for lateral loads, increasing overall stability and reliability.

The dimensions - the height and depth of the shelves - are chosen almost arbitrarily, depending on what you intend to store. The only thing that needs to be selected carefully is the span length - the distance between the racks in one section. It depends on the rigidity of the material that you decide to use: the shelves, even under full load, should not bend. For heavy things/objects, the span is about 1.5 meters; if the load is not too large, the distance can be increased to 2 meters, but it’s definitely not worth doing more. If you need a longer garage rack, install intermediate racks, the distance between which still cannot be more than 2 meters.

A few words about the height of the shelves in the rack. The lowest shelf can be raised from the floor level by 50-70 cm (even more if desired). The heaviest items are usually placed here. The remaining shelves can be made at different heights; 30 cm is inconvenient and impractical. In general, a 1.5 liter bottle should be optimally placed on the shelf. plastic bottle, which is 35-37 cm. This distance is convenient for use.

What are they made of?

As already mentioned, garage shelving is made of wood and metal. Wooden ones are lighter in weight, it is easier to work with wood, but they do not withstand such heavy loads. Metal ones are heavier (many times heavier), but you can lay an elephant on them.

There is also the issue of price. Rolled metal is not cheap at all these days. If you buy everything at the market or in a store, one rack (including consumables) will cost you almost the same amount as a finished one. The only one real way to save money - buy metal at a metal warehouse in whole rods (there are 6 m and 12 m each), and then cut them into pieces of the required length. The cutting can be done directly at the base; you will have to pay additionally for the services, but the amounts are quite small. In this case, you will be able to reduce costs by about 20-30%.

Lumber costs less than metal. But don’t think that the costs will be small: you will have to buy graded wood without knots, and this is the “elite” or “premium” class with a corresponding price tag. So it won't be very cheap.

Made of wood

Operating conditions in the garage are far from the best - high humidity, frost, alternating freezing/freezing, sometimes heat. Not very good for wood. Therefore, before work, all material must be treated with antibacterial and protective compounds. Use wood products for exterior use, as conditions in an unheated garage are more similar. You can choose a product that simultaneously tints the surface being treated and your product does not need to be painted. After processing, the materials are dried and only then work begins.

When connecting parts of a wooden rack, you can use standard methods for carpenters - quarter-foot or half-foot. If this is difficult for you, you can also butt nail and use metal angles and/or overlay plates to reinforce the joints.

Another point: it is better to connect with nails, not with screws. The result is more stable and fewer connections become loose. If you choose the option with reinforcement with plates, they can be mounted with self-tapping screws.

Now in terms of size: for racks they usually use 50*50 mm timber, for crossbars you can use the same timber or a little thinner - 50*30 mm. Flooring is made from:

boards with a thickness of at least 21 mm;
moisture-resistant plywood with a thickness of 10 mm;

The cheapest are boards and plywood. Laminated chipboard much more expensive, but it doesn’t need to be painted, which is a good plus. In order not to spend a lot, you can take the first and last sheets in a pack - they are scratched and are much cheaper.

Wooden shelving for the garage - drawing with dimensions

Another point: chipboard shelves have an open side cut. If it is not treated, as humidity increases, the chips will swell and the shelf will begin to warp. To prevent this from happening, coat the edges with silicone. With this treatment, nothing will happen to the chipboard.

Metal

If you decide to make metal shelving for the garage, the choice of materials is wider - there are two options for rolled metal, plus standard solutions for storage facilities (perforated corners). You can also use metal parts intended for other purposes - for example, steel cable racks or cable channels that are used in communications are suitable.

Cable channels and shelves - convenient and not very expensive

So, what is the frame of a metal garage shelving made from:

From a metal corner with a metal thickness of 3-4 mm. The width of the corner shelf is 25-45 cm, depending on the planned loads. Durable, but metal-intensive material, weighs a lot, and is expensive.
Profile pipe (rectangular in cross-section). With less metal consumption (less wall thickness), compared to a metal corner it has best characteristics elasticity (more difficult to bend), more resistant to torsion. Approximate dimensions for racks are 50*50 mm or 40*40 mm, for crossbars 50*25 mm or 40*25 mm, respectively.
The racks are made from corrugated pipe, and the crossbars are made from angle iron. The thickness of the metal is 2-3 mm, the width of the shelf is 25 mm or more. Unfold the corner so that the laid flooring looks like it is in a “nest”.

The flooring on the shelves is made from the same materials as for a wooden rack (board, plywood, OSB, chipboard), only sometimes non-standard options are added that wooden frame used sharply due to its high mass - sheet metal.

The board remains optimal for most regions - a reliable, not very expensive material. You need to take wood, without knots (with a minimum of knots) with a thickness of 21 mm. Treat with antiseptics, then paint.

The advantage of metal shelves is high reliability with a small thickness, the disadvantages are price, weight and “loudness”. They also need to be painted, but first clean them of rust, then go over them with a rust converter and primer, then paint them, preferably in two layers. Also, by the way, the metal frame must be processed. Then the rack in the garage will not rust.

Features of assembling metal racks

Metal racks can be welded or assembled with bolts. There are usually no problems with welding. If a corner is used, the joints can be overlapped - a difference of 3-5 mm when laying shelves is unnoticeable. If you wish, you can cut out the excess in one of the shelves and butt weld, but trimming takes a lot of time, and you still won’t see much of a difference.

When assembling a frame for a bolted shelving, the order is as follows: first, assemble the squares of the sidewalls and shelves separately, then screw them together. It is advisable to have at least two bolts for each connection - for greater rigidity (less play).

If you assemble garage racks from a profile pipe with your own hands, the procedure is different. First, the sidewalls are assembled, and short crossbars are attached to them. You get two rectangles with crossbars. Then they are connected by crossbars.

See the photo for how to make connections. In one case, welding is still needed - weld the heel pad, in another you can do without it - cut out the "ears", bend them and cling to them.

There is another way - special crab systems. These are metal plates with recesses molded to fit the profile. Pipes are placed into the grooves, then the two plates are bolted together.

Such a connection is unlikely to withstand very heavy loads, but there is an undeniable advantage - you don’t have to drill a bunch of holes in the metal. In a profiled pipe this is certainly easier than in a thick-walled corner, but it still takes a lot of time and effort.

By the way, the bolts used are M8 or M6, respectively, they require large holes. It's easier to drill first thin drill, then expand to the desired thick size. But even with this order, you will need a significant number of drills. To make them overheat less and break less often, place a jar of water nearby and periodically lower the drill into it.

Layout, diagrams, drawings, ideas

In the garage you need not only a rack, but also a workbench and a stand for hand tools - all kinds of keys and other small things, of which there are a lot and it’s difficult to come up with a specific one. comfortable spot storage is difficult.

The workbench can be made in the center of the rack. This is convenient - everything you need will be at hand, you won’t have to constantly go to the shelves.

The workbench can be part of the system, or you can make two separate modules, between which you can install the required table. If you don’t like this arrangement, you can change the configuration - at least put it at an angle.

As for the tool stand. There is a factory option - a perforated sheet of metal with holders hung on it. The idea is very good except for the price.

As usual, there are also several homemade projects (what would a garage be without them) on the same topic. The ideas are simple to implement, maybe not so elegant, but convenient:

And if desired, all this can be put on wheels - to make the tool stand mobile. This is the case if during the warm season you prefer to work with the machine outside.

Well, for inspiration... so that all the tools are in place))

Surely, for many car owners, garage racks are an integral part of the premises. You can put various items on them - necessary and not so necessary: tools, garden utensils, screws, spare parts, children's things and more.

If you wish, you can make shelves in the garage with your own hands to suit every taste and any type. Let's look at what designs there are and what the installation process looks like.

Rack assembly drawing.

There are several types of garage racks that are perfect for this type of room:

Stationary.
Made in the form of a frame of vertical posts and transverse partitions on which shelves are attached. The design is considered quite durable and suitable for almost any type of item. If you leave the crossbars without shelves, it will be convenient to place the wheels on them. Metal racks are most often used, due to the convenient ability to attach the racks to the wall using brackets, you can easily place heavy things on it. If you plan to store light items, wooden shelves are suitable.
Prefabricated and dismountable.
This type of design is often used in garages; racks and shelves can have different heights and width. The product is assembled on site, made of a metal angle on “legs” and has holes for fastening, which allows you to mount the racks at a convenient height. If necessary, you can completely dismantle it and assemble it in another place. There are plenty of prefabricated structures on the market, so you can choose suitable option for every taste.
Mobile.
The racks are equipped with wheels, which makes them easy to move from place to place. Sold ready-made, in assembled form, and requiring self-assembly constructor type. Among the disadvantages, it is important to note the weight limit - it is hardly suitable for storing too heavy items.
Rotating.
Small vertical design Designed for storing hand tools in the garage and other small items: bolts, nails, self-tapping screws and more. The rack scrolls, allowing you to easily access the things you need. Depending on the size, it is possible to place it on the floor or desktop. Main disadvantage– low functionality, which is why it is only suitable as an addition.

The most popular types of garage shelving are listed above; there are many other types. For example, some people like hanging shelves in the garage, which are attached almost to the ceiling and can be placed around the entire perimeter.

However, they are designed only for light objects and are not suitable for rooms with low ceilings. If you have a strong desire and ideas, you can do anything convenient rack to the garage with your own hands.

Required tools and materials

During the installation process, you will need a set of tools, which depends on the material of the rack equipment.

Mainly for following designs needed:

metal - a welding machine that fastens the rack or special metal corners and bolts;
wooden - drill, self-tapping screws, screwdrivers, also attached with special glue;
combined - a grinder or a hacksaw, they are required for cutting parts and the materials for fastening indicated above.

At the preparation stage, as well as during the installation process, it will be necessary to use measuring tools - a tape measure and a level. The products are fixed using brackets or anchors and dowels.

An example of assembling a garage rack.

To attach in the garage hanging shelves to the wall or under the ceiling, as additional materials, you will need iron hangers or pins. Thus to the set basic tools You also need to add a hammer.

Do-it-yourself finished shelving in a garage must be treated with special solutions if metal or wood materials do not have anti-corrosion properties. In the first case, a rust preventative is used, in the second, varnish is used.

Material selection

When planning to make shelving in the garage with your own hands, you should first of all decide on the material. In this matter, you need to start from the purpose of the design, that is, what items it will be used to store.

Depending on this, various options are suitable:

Metal.
Metal racks often consist of steel or stainless steel plates. The material is not cheap, but it is durable and long term service, can withstand heavy weight and is great for storing almost any type of item. In addition, the design will be fireproof. Among the disadvantages, it is worth noting the possibility of corrosion if there is high humidity, which is not uncommon in a garage. But the problem can be prevented with the help of special means.
Tree.
To make wooden shelves, oak, pine and ash are most often used. The material has a number of advantages, among the key ones is the ability to easily adjust wooden shelves to right size or remove unnecessary and relatively simple installation, since there is no need to use welding machine. However, there are also many disadvantages - high humidity has an extremely negative effect on wood, changing its shape and structure, there is a high risk of fungus formation and, in addition, the material is a fire hazard.
Plastic.
Plastic structures are not particularly popular among car enthusiasts. They have the main disadvantage - a weight limit, so you can only store relatively light, small-sized items. But despite this, making such a rack with your own hands is not difficult, plastic lightweight material and does not require special skills for installation.
Combined materials - using several materials at once.

It should be noted that often, in attempts to save money, shelves made of chipboard and OSB are used, but this is not the most the best choice, the material is relatively weak and wears out quite quickly.

How to design shelf structures?

Before assembling the rack, first of all, you should choose correct location products.

Drawing of a rack for garage tools.

Usually shelves are placed along one wall, but it is important to pay attention to several points:

quick access to the racking equipment must be provided;
you should note in advance what items will be stored, this is important when making a drawing;
if you plan to store heavy and large items, it is recommended to allocate lower shelves for these purposes so as not to damage the car or injure a person, especially if the garage is small and the product will be mounted too close.

As with the manufacture of any structure, you first need to develop it on paper or use ready-made diagrams and drawings. Correct development of a drawing begins with measurements; measuring tools are indispensable here.

The location of future elements is marked on the wall, which is especially important when installing a stationary product.

If you need to make a rack in the garage for storing “small things”: books, small tools, cans, then this is quite suitable simple design with shelves 25-40 cm wide. The height of such racks depends on the height of the room and the amount of storage space required.

It is also necessary to determine the distance between the shelves. Often the lower ones are made higher, since it is on them that it is better to place large objects.

In the case of saving another type of item, you will need to build on their size and take into account the load. The choice of material and fastening also depends on this; it is important that the rack structure can withstand the load well.

Manufacturing a metal rack with wooden shelves

After determining the location for the garage shelves and making a drawing, you can safely begin installing the structure. The most durable and popular option is a metal frame with shelves made of boards. Rectangular profiles are used as racks, and the frame itself is made from a corner.

Shelf manufacturing diagram.

In addition to the materials, you will need to prepare the following tools:

level, tape measure and materials for marking the location;
electric drill;
grinder;
hacksaw for metal and wood;
screwdriver;
hammer;
materials for fastening: nails, screws, dowels, etc., which will help secure the product to the wall and to each other.

On next stage parts are being cut, let's start with the vertical ones. The quantity depends on the selected preparatory stage number of sections. You need to add 1 to this number, since its edge is also taken into account.

If there are enough materials, then it will be possible to make the elements the same, but if not, it is quite possible to “sew” some areas together using strong connecting materials, for example, tightening bolts.

Next, we cut the horizontal elements according to the diagram. If you plan to create a shelving unit in your garage for storage with your own hands different types items, then it will probably have shelves of different sizes. It is preferable to place heavy items on a solid base.

Products made from boards based on chips such as chipboard or OSB will not be suitable in this case; they are only suitable for the upper shelves, where it is better to store small items, but multilayer plywood will be a good option.

And finally you can go and final stage– assembly. It begins with the installation of vertical supports - prepared metal elements are fastened by welding or bolts and a frame is created. Afterwards, a primer and anti-corrosion agent are applied to it.

Next, you need to wait until the product dries. Then the cut wooden elements are “tried on” and inserted across the structure. Wood boards should be processed and attached to a metal frame.

Depending on the preferences of the car enthusiast and the purpose of the frame product, it can be simply assembled without additional support or attached to the wall using steel brackets. If you are not confident in the strength of the structure, it is better to choose the second option, this will prevent the homemade rack from accidentally falling.

Making a wooden rack

Some people prefer to do it themselves wooden rack in the garage. It will cost less than metal, but will not be as durable and the service life may also be shorter. In addition, you will have to tinker a little with the wood.

A wooden rack is best made from oak or other hardwoods; pine is often used, but it has lower strength. Please note that the material must be dry and free of fungus, mold or cracks. This is a must.

The vertical racks of the product are made of beams measuring 10 by 10 cm and 5 by 10 cm. As mentioned above, for wooden shelves It is better not to use low-strength material. The size of the boards depends on the objects that will be stacked on them; the optimal depth is 50 cm, the width is no more than 1.5 m, the height between tiers varies from 30 to 50 cm.

However, here it is better to start from personal convenience. As is the case with the construction from metal frame When making a shelving unit from wood, it is also important to plan shelves for storing large and heavy things below.

Drawing for assembling a shelving unit in a garage.

Before you make a rack in the garage from wood, you need to prepare the tools:

measuring tools and a pencil or marker for marking;
electric drill or screwdriver;
wood hacksaw, saw or machine;
fastening materials – bolts, nuts, screws, special glue;
grinding machine or sandpaper;
metal corners are optional, but will help further strengthen the wooden structure.

In addition, you will need tools for processing wood: primer, varnish, spatula and brush.

The assembly process begins with cutting wooden elements into pieces of the required size, let's start with the bars for the frame. Then the parts need to be sanded, and then the metal corners must be screwed to the posts using self-tapping screws and a screwdriver.

If the corners are not used, then it is quite possible to replace them with pieces of timber with a section of 5 by 5 cm. At the next stage, the transverse bars will be attached; they will serve as the basis for future shelves.

The next step is to manufacture the shelves according to the previously prepared drawing. On ready-made boards paint is applied and, after drying, they are attached to the “skeleton” of the product with self-tapping screws. The rack is placed on “legs” and attached to the wall for reliability. Be sure to treat it with a fire retardant, which will protect the wood product from fire.

Bottom line

Surely, almost every garage owner needs to install shelving equipment. It is used for storage purposes various items, starting from replacement wheels and ending with various small things, such as books, cans of preserves, tools, garden utensils and more.

When planning to make a structure yourself, you should first decide on its type. Then you need to allocate a place for it, select suitable material and create a drawing according to which the product will be assembled.

The main purpose of a garage is to store cars. However, this does not prevent car owners from using it for other purposes: storing conservation equipment, tools, household appliances, unnecessary things, car parts. Over time, mountains of various household supplies accumulate in the room. The garage is slowly turning into a chaotic dump, and there is less and less space. This is a sign - it’s time to properly organize the space by installing shelves in the garage. They will allow you to rationally place things and save money. usable space, improve the interior of the room.

A garage with a convenient storage system when everything is in its place

Making garage shelving with your own hands is quite simple. You need to prepare tools, buy some materials, and free yourself a few hours from work. In this article we will look at detailed instructions, some tips, and recommendations for arranging such a structure.

Shelves with storage shelves

Permissible loads on homemade shelves to the garage

Before planning shelves for a garage space, you need to determine more convenient way their fastenings. Today, the two most popular methods are welded and bolted. Welded technology is usually used for metal structures, bolted - for wooden structures. Both technologies work well. Such garage shelves are easy to use and can withstand heavy loads. However, they have some disadvantages.

One of the options for shelving with a frame made of profile pipe and plywood shelves

Welded shelves are non-removable. If the layout of the garage or its purpose changes, simply disassembling the product will not work. Transporting welded shelves is also inconvenient. Their weight can exceed one hundred kilograms. The main advantage of this design is its reliability. Welding seams firmly fix the elements together. It is not at all easy to achieve their destruction.

It is better to connect a wooden garage rack using nails rather than self-tapping screws, so they are less likely to come loose

Bolted racks are less stable. They cannot provide sufficient rigidity. For stability, the structure must be additionally secured to the wall. However, this method of fastening has a significant advantage – mobility. The shelves can be disassembled, assembled, and made into hanging shelves of various sizes. It is impossible to give a definite answer to the question of which technology is better. Each person will have their own parameters that are important.

Deciding on the design

Scheme of a simple garage shelving

Making your own garage shelving is quite easy. The most important thing is to clearly define own desires, needs, plan the design, type of construction in advance. Anyone can do such tasks, especially if they have a great desire to do something with their own hands.

Drawing of a rack made of pipes with wooden shelves

The design of the racks has three elements: vertical racks, shelves, crossbars. In some cases, transverse tightening is used. They are not required. They are needed only to increase the rigidity of the frame. To determine the exact design option for the future rack, follow these recommendations.

The depth and height of the shelves are arbitrary. These parameters are selected only based on the purpose of the niche. Each shelf can be designed for storage certain type of things. It is better to decide all this in advance;
The distance between the vertical posts must be selected based on the rigidity of the material. For very heavy accessories, the distance should be about 1.5 meters. For long racks, you need to prepare intermediate vertical racks. They will make the system more resilient;
The lower shelves should be at some distance from the floor. Approximately 50-70 cm. Heavy objects should be stored on them. Optimal height the remaining shelves will be 37 cm. This is the most rational height, often used in the manufacture of any furniture structure.

Drawing of a metal rack for a garage

Decide on design features always easy. Garage owners simply take into account the dimensions and features of the things that will be stored in the structure.

Option for a small garage with a workbench

It is a little more difficult to choose a product design. The garage is intended for practical purposes. However, this does not mean that its interior should be boring and ugly. Can be easily done in a garage attractive interior for little money. In particular, you can decorate the design of the shelving regular paint. Today there are paints designed for any material. The color for painting should match the overall color scheme premises. Colored plastic boxes for storing accessories and tools will become a kind of decoration. They are inexpensive and allow you to create perfect order.

Transparent and multi-colored plastic boxes for garage shelves

Choosing material

Durable metal shelves for the garage

DIY wooden shelves in the garage

The choice of base material plays a huge role in the design, stability of the frame, and practicality of operation of the structure. The rack can be made from different raw materials, which have their own advantages and disadvantages. Let's look at the main types of materials and their features in the table.

Material	Advantages and disadvantages
Metal	Many car owners prefer metal for its durability. This material is durable and can withstand heavy loads. Give it a try negative impact It can only be high humidity. In normal climate metal constructions will last almost forever. Another advantage of such raw materials is ease of care. The products will need to be periodically simply wiped with a cloth to maintain cleanliness. The main disadvantage of metal is its high price. However, many people have unnecessary pieces of metal at their dachas or with friends. Metal elements are usually joined using a welding machine. It is not recommended to use it without proper experience.
Tree	Wood is a noble, useful raw material. It makes excellent hanging shelves, racks, and storage systems. Wood has a very beneficial effect on respiratory system human, has an attractive appearance, and is easy to process. When making storage systems, you can use oak, pine, and birch. The frame should be secured only with metal bolts. Wood is relatively inexpensive. It can be purchased at any construction hypermarket. The downside of this option is that it is difficult to care for. The tree gets dirty, can darken, and rot. It should be constantly looked after. This is not always convenient. To reduce such negative consequences It is recommended to use special impregnations.
Plastic	A good option for storing various small items and light-weight accessories. Plastic began to be used for making shelves relatively recently. It can withstand no more than 75 kg. This is worth considering! The advantage of plastic is its light weight, mobility, ease of care, and low price. The downside is fragility. It is easy to damage and beat. For storage metal tools plastic will not work.
Combination of two materials	For example, wood and metal. This great option to create a multifunctional storage system. This way you can save money, diversify the design of your garage, and simplify the process of manufacturing the structure. You can combine almost any type of raw material.

Metal rack, collapsible with plastic containers

The benefits of making it yourself

Many people ask a completely logical question: is it better to make shelves in the garage on your own or buy ready-made option On the market? Let's look at the main advantages self-creation garage storage system.

Collapsible racks have an aesthetic appearance and are convenient for installation and dismantling

Possibility of developing a unique design. For many car owners, a garage is a real pride. I don’t want to put ugly furniture in it. Standard shelves are also not very attractive. In this case, you can take on the work yourself by inventing unique design. Ideas for implementation can be found on the Internet. But it’s better to give free rein to your own imagination.

The idea of arranging a garage from the inside with your own hands

Making hanging shelves and racks on your own is not as difficult as it seems. Any man with at least minimal experience working with tools will be able to do this task.

The manufacturing process will not take much time. Lack of free time is the main reason why car owners buy garage furniture in a store. However, manufacturing a storage system does not require a huge amount of time. It’s enough to set aside a few hours and call a friend for help.

Homemade shelves and racks for the needs of the garage owner

Shelves can be made according to your personal plan. Only the car owner himself knows what size, depth, height he needs the shelves. Find perfect option It's almost impossible to find in a store. Everything is standard in hypermarkets. It’s better to put in a little effort, spend time, but create the most practical thing possible.

Small financial expenses. Warehouse furniture is quite expensive. Even the most simple models will cost a large sum. Self-production – The best decision in order to save money. Many of the necessary spare parts can be found on your farm.

Wardrobe built into shelving system in garage

Required Tools

Necessary tools for making shelves

To ensure that the process of making shelves takes a minimum of time, you should prepare the tools in advance. You won’t need much: a set of wrenches, pliers, hacksaws for wood, metal, a hammer, a screwdriver, a hammer drill, a jigsaw, an angle grinder. Almost any good owner has all of the listed items. The selection of basic materials will depend solely on the choice of each individual. It could be plywood metal pipes, bars, chipboard, plastic, much more.

Popular options for shelves for storing tools in the garage

Manufacturing process: step-by-step instructions

Preparing the work site. Making a rack is a dusty job. Need a lot of space. To do this, it is better to remove the car from the garage. Tools and expensive items should be covered with film. Next, you need to prepare the tools and put them nearby. It is advisable to enlist the help of a friend. Together, the work will be completed as quickly as possible.
Preparing a plan. For ease of work, it is better to draw a plan of the rack in advance on a simple piece of paper. You should also note the measurements of each shelf there. When preparing a plan, you need to take into account the specific things that will be stored on the shelves. Don't have to do it standard design. Several different elements can be combined in one system.
Holders and mesh shelves

Installing mesh shelves on the side wall of the garage - quick option for light objects
Purchase of basic raw materials. It can be wood, metal, plastic. When choosing, you should take into account the characteristics of the material, its maximum load, and practicality. When purchasing, you should not save money by choosing low-quality raw materials. It will not last long and will bring a lot of problems during operation.
Cutting frame elements. The main elements can be made from wooden block, steel angle, ordinary pipe. Racks, amplifiers, crossbars are cut using a jigsaw or circular saw.
We start making the rack from the base
Applying markings to racks. Vertical elements need to be marked. This will help in the further installation of the crossbars.
Making grooves for shelves using a router
Drilling holes. Using a drill, make neat holes on the markings. This is typical when using bolted fasteners. When choosing a welded frame, all elements are joined with seams. Without proper experience, the seams may turn out unsightly. It is also important to follow safety precautions when working with welding. You should read more about this in the instructions for the welding machine.
We install the shelf in the grooves and additionally fasten it with self-tapping screws
Making the shelves themselves. For them, plywood, boards, and chipboard are usually chosen. It is important to follow the measurements exactly.
Assembling the frame, fixing the shelves on the frame. The frame is assembled gradually: first the side posts, then the crossbars, then the amplifiers. Only then the shelves. They are fastened with bolts and self-tapping screws. The fastening must be strong.
Installing the rack on the base
Making it attractive appearance. The finished rack can be painted, decorated with designer forging, or covered with film. The choice of designer accessories is purely individual. At the same time, you just need to remember about practicality.