#RealTips to make your garage more appealing to buyers

Having a garage can be a great selling point for a property, but if it's allowed to become an untidy storage space for unwanted paraphernalia, it will lose this value. Jawitz Properties takes a look at some of the ways that you can get your garage looking great. From creative storage solutions and decluttering to great garage floors and electrical solutions, there are loads of ways to get your garage sorted out.

For storage - think vertically

With appropriate hooks and shelving, your garage walls can become a home for tools, bicycles, gardening equipment and more. The less often you use something, the higher up it can be stored. Save easy-to-reach space for the things you use most often. Another handy storage solution for your garage is installing cabinets to keep clutter out of sight.

Speaking of clutter - get rid of it

It may not be possible to take the Marie Kondo approach to the possessions in your garage. According to Kondo, anything that does not bring you joy should be discarded. While many a homeowner would argue that a rake and a lawnmower bring them no joy, these are necessary items. Items that are not necessary, on the other hand, include half-completed DIY projects from two years ago, unused hobby paraphernalia and bicycles that your kids have long since outgrown.

If you only plan to spring clean your garage once a year, it can become a seemingly insurmountable job. If you keep it clean on a monthly basis, however, it will never be that huge a task. Clutter in your garage should be approached the same way as clutter in your home: methodically. If you haven't used something in the last year, ask yourself whether you really need it. Far too easily, garages become the final resting place for things that could easily be recycled, given away or thrown away.

Get your garage floor looking great

Concrete or cement garage floors are fairly robust, but they get heavy traffic every day and could use some help to keep them looking their best. A coat of epoxy-based paint will help your garage floor stay impervious to chemicals, oil stains and other unwanted marks. The range of epoxy paints that you can buy come in a variety of colours, giving you options when it comes to transforming your garage into an aesthetically appealing place. Traditional epoxy paints required mixing and had a limited shelf life, but modern options don't have this problem. If you're going to paint your garage floor, avoid using latex paints, as these are prone to scratches and fading colours.

A 'powerful' garage tip

Garages are often places where DIY projects are taken on. Make your garage an efficient workspace by putting in one or more dedicated electrical circuits. This will allow power-hungry tools to run without affecting the rest of the household or causing unexpected power trips.

Quick ideas for good-looking garages

• Use magnetic storage panels to store tools.
• Folding workbenches are a great way to provide a flexible work surface.
• Ceiling hooks provide convenient storage for bicycles that are seldom used.
• Ensure that your garage is well-lit and ventilated.
• Pallets can provide a great storage solution for sporting equipment.

If your garage is clutter-free, attractive and practical, you'll be inspired to spend time in there and get those DIY projects done. Similarly, if your property is on the market, people interested in buying it will be able to picture themselves getting things done in this garage. For more information about making your home appealing to would-be buyers, contact Jawitz Properties today.