5 Simple Storage Hacks for Your Workshop Shed

Installing a workshop shed can add value to your property. Once you install a workshop shed, you can use it to store your equipment, craft supplies, tools, paints and more. It can, therefore, free your home or garage of clutter.

Also read: Creative Ways to use our Workshop Sheds

Here are 5 simple storage hacks for your workshop shed: 

1. Shelving 

  • It is essential to plan your space. Do not rush to buy cheap shelving. Why? They are usually small in size, so they do not have enough space for storing your items. In fact, they can waste space. 
  • You need to consider the items you want to store and the height of your workshop shed before buying shelving. Choose to shelve that can meet your needs. 

2. Plastic Storage Boxes  

  • You can use plastic storage boxes to store sharp objects, such as bolts, screws, nails and more. Storing sharp objects in plastic storage boxes can protect you from getting injured. It also makes it easier to find the right sharp object. 
  • Plastic storage boxes can save you time. It usually takes time to find bolts, screws, or nails if you do not know where you stored them. Store them in plastic storage boxes. It is easy to find them in these boxes. 
  • You can even mount plastic storage boxes on the wall of your workshop shed. 

3. Hooks 

  • Do not store your cords and hoses on a shelf. They can tangle on their own. It can take time to untangle them. It is even frustrating to untangle them. 
  • You can mount hooks on the walls of your workshop shed. You will hang your cords and hoses on these hooks. Hooks can keep the floors of your workshop shed free of clutter. 

4. Metal Cabinets 

  • It is safe to use metal cabinets to store dangerous chemicals or valuable tools. This is because metal cabinets have locks. You can lock your metal cabinets to prevent unauthorised access. 
  • It is, therefore, essential to choose the perfect metal cabinets for your workshop shed. You can choose either single or double door upright metal cabinets. 
  • The metal cabinets can even fit under the workbench. So, they cannot take much space in your workshop shed. 

5. Workbenches 

  • You mostly use your workbench for DIY projects. A workbench can also act as a storage space. You can store your small tools and equipment on your workbench. 
  • In fact, some workbenches come with lockable cabinets and drawers. You can, therefore, check the sizes of the cabinets and drawers before choosing your workbench. 

How Can The Shed Man Help You?

The Shed Man can help you install a workshop shed on your property. We will deliver the shed to your property, assemble it for you and bolt it down. We use Dyna bolts to bolt the shed down. If you are looking to install a workshop shed in your house or property in Perth, Western Australia, feel free to contact The Shed Man. We build sheds you can be proud of. 

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