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The Ultimate Guide to Purchasing Garage Cabinets |
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If you have been looking at garage cabinets, you are now probably overwhelmed with the large number of choices available and have no idea what kind of cabinets would best accommodate your needs. Should you buy cheap cabinets? Expensive cabinets that may last longer but will put a big dent in your budget? Do you prefer simply designed cabinets? Or would you like something more stylish decorating your garage?
Some things to consider that may help in deciding what kind of cabinets to install in your garage are:
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What do you plan on storing on your new shelves? You might want to sort all items lying in your garage that you intend to keep in order to get some kind of estimation as to how many shelves you will need, how big they should be and how much weight (load capacity) they will need to support. |
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What sort of climate exists in your garage? If you don't have climate control in your garage, then you will have to think about temperature extremes that may occur in your garage, such as high humidity, heat, aridity and sub-zero temperatures. Cheap cabinets that are not properly treated or constructed may warp, rust or disintegrate after the first year of experiencing extreme weather in your garage. Discuss the type of garage cabinets that are suitable for the weather in your area of the country with a professional contractor who knows which materials can best withstand harsh climates. |
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How much space do you have in your garage to allow for installation of wall cabinets? What about floor cabinets? Consider where you park the car before measuring to avoid conflict with cabinets and don't forget to include space for opening car doors |
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If you plan to purchase floor (upright) cabinets, do you want them to be stationary or rolling cabinets with casters and wheels? For garages that suffer a lot of spills, off-the-floor cabinets offer base cabinets that are constructed on legs or pedestals that prevent the bottom of the cabinet from touching the floor. Smaller garages will benefit from corner cabinets that fit into corners and use “dead” space that is not utilized by standing cabinets. |
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To prevent accidental breaking or loss of items, always opt for garage cabinets enhanced with solid back panels. These kinds of cabinets are especially effective in garages that have yet to be finished and exhibit open spaces in between studs |
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Will you be storing toxic chemicals in cabinets? Unless you are absolutely certain that no children or pets will ever be roaming around in your garage, purchasing wall and upright garage cabinets equipped with secure locking mechanisms is highly recommended. |
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Custom-built cabinets will turn even the plainest garages into spectacular extensions of your home. Garages undergoing complete renovations or are being transformed into multi-purpose work/play areas can be easily personalized with custom-made cabinetry. Although a bit more expensive than stock cabinets, custom garage cabinets will outlast cheaper cabinets because of the high-quality materials and craftsmanship used to create them. |
Outfitting your garage with new cabinets also represents an investment in your home's market value and will make it easier to maintain your garage as a clean, orderly and attractive area in which to store your family's valuable items.
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