Did you know that not only can garage upgrades make your garage easier to use, but can also increase your home’s value? Practical considerations such as lighting, garage door replacing, and flooring will make your garage easier to use.
Even better, these upgrades will also make your garage appear as if it’s brand new.
With this in mind, read on for our top garage upgrade ideas so that you can start working and living in style!
Upgrade Garage Lighting
The first and easiest step for DIY garage upgrades is to consider upgrading the lighting. Good lighting serves a practical purpose, as it’s safer to see where you’re going when you have sharp tools, garden equipment, and more sitting around.
Lighting also helps when you need to repair your vehicle or work in your garage workshop. When it comes to bulbs, LED is recommended with a brightness of at least 3,500 lumens.
Overhead task lighting is typically your best bet for lighting.
Garage Door Upgrade
Upgrading your garage door serves a practical purpose, as you can install automated features or make it more quiet. You can also upgrade the outside to change up the look of your home’s exterior.
Although a heavy wooden door may look nice, the rest of your garage equipment will be more expensive, as it needs more strength to open the door. Instead, look into lightweight aluminum doors or a faux wood siding that will give you the look you want to achieve without the weight.
Garage Floor Upgrade
Garage floor upgrades are important for safety. They make it less likely that people will slip or trip from getting their foot stuck on uneven flooring. However, an updated floor can also make your garage look more modern and put together.
Although epoxy is a popular option, an alternative called polyurea is becoming more attractive. This is because it’s resistant to ultraviolet light, meaning that it won’t change color over time like epoxy.
A second layer of polyurea can also resist moisture–you don’t have to worry about moisture causing damage to the concrete below. Most importantly, the coating cures faster than epoxy and is resistant to stains, scrapes, and extreme temperatures.
This means that maintenance is simple–you just have to work on keeping your garage floor clean.
Invest in a Garage Upgrade Today
Updating your garage will not only make it look nicer, but it also serves a practical purpose. For instance, upgraded lighting and flooring means your family is less likely to bump into dangerous tools or heavy equipment. They’re also less likely to slip or trip on uneven flooring.
If you work in your garage, you know that updating it will make it more pleasant and practical to use.
Ready to start your garage upgrade from the bottom? Polyurea coatings typically only take 24 hours to fully install. Learn more about our stronger than epoxy flooring option today!