Shed organization ideas for clean, open space

When was the last time you cleaned your shed? Most of us wouldn’t even answer that question, as it would be quite embarrassing. Let’s be honest – we attempt cleaning our sheds only when we can’t open the doors without being hit by a garden tool or bunked on the head by a heavy box. However, that situation may be changed quickly and easily – just implement these shed organization ideas once and you won’t have to deal with the terrible mess anymore.

And, if you lack motivation, just imagine how amazing it will be not to look for Christmas ornaments literally for 3 hours and arguing with your spouse about it. Or, pulling out a lawn mower without making your way to it among the mountains of boxes and other random stuff you didn’t even know you had).

So, let’s get right to it before the last droplets of your courage and determination evaporate in the face of a disaster of a shed.

Shed organization ideas to keep the mess out forever

1. Ruthless decluttering comes first

   Your shed organization job will be much easier after you decrease the amount of stuff that has to be organized. So, go through everything that piled up in your shed over the years, sort the items and get rid of half of your belongings at least.

2. Create storage zones

   Sheds are usually prime spaces to shove in belongings that are not being used. However, household items we use on a regular basis, but, due to their nature, don’t keep inside the house, are normally stored there as well. And, the great search accompanied with the words of frustration begins every time we need to get one of those things: a hammer, a box of nails, a saw, a pair of garden clippers or rakes, seasonal decorations, etc.
   That’s why you need to create separate zones in your shed for different storage purposes. When organizing your shed in that way, try to keep the most frequently used items in sight, closer to the entrance. Hire a handyman to install wall and ceiling-mounted shelving units to improve shed storage and organize miscellaneous stuff instead of piling it up on the floor. This shed organization idea will even work in rather limited space conditions.

3. Consider a tool wall for shed organization

   Display tools you reach out for the most frequently on the wall. Just drive a few screws into the wall, hang the tools and use a Sharpie to circle around their outlines. This way you will know where each tool belongs. Another shed organization idea you may implement instead is to use pegboards and baskets of various kids to store tools and garden supplies. Don’t forget to employ the space on the door and attach a couple of hooks to it as well. Who knows what you will need them for?…

4. Hanging can organizing system for small hardware

   If your screws, nails and other tiny hardware is always in a mixed mess, dedicate 30 minutes or so to sorting them into separate screw-top cans, attach the caps of those cans to the bottom of a shelve (you’ll need an electric drill and screws for that), connect caps with the cans and your tiny loose items will never return to chaos again.

5. Deal with garden tools and supplies

   Garden tools and outdoor supplies are the prime contributors to the shed chaos. However, once you lift them up from the floor and create an effective storage system, you’ll complete more than a half of the shed organization task.
   For that matter, build this easy DIY storage system for garden tools: get a couple of 2×4 lumber pieces of necessary length and attach them to the walls. Plan the layout of tools and drive a few sturdy nails/screws in them to create hooks/supports for your tools as shown in the picture down below. Hang your tools, garden hoses, and other supplies and remember not to throw your tools wherever afterward.

6. Organize paint brushes

   If you have a lot of paint brushes, but can’t keep them in order, try to organize them with a magnetic knife holder. Just attach it to the shed wall, clean your brushes with the paint dissolving liquid so that they’re ready to use whenever you need them and bring them up to the magnetic line of the holder. The metal part of the brushes will stick to the holder, making it quite easy to grab the brush and put it back in place.

7. Turn your shed into a guest house

   If you want to transform your shed into something much more useful and beautiful, consider reorganizing it into a guest house. It’s an ultimate way to utilize a garden shed, as well as add a guest room to your house. This project will involve a lot of construction activities, though.
   Plumbing, insulation and interior remodeling will take the most effort and money. Ensure the quality of transformation and find affordable contractors by leaving a brief shed improvement task on HireRush.com.