Many homeowners have garages that amount to wasted space. They wind up full of random odds and ends and become the disorganized junk room of the house.

But if you’re looking for a way to expand the livable space in your home, a few simple changes to your garage might be your perfect solution.

Garage renovations can include everything from fully winterized makeovers to a few new shelving units. 

You can use your garage for just about any activity if you set it up the right way. Here are five ideas for how to transform your garage into a useful space.

1. Mini Guest Apartment

Sleeping in a garage is nothing new. People set up temporary garage sleeping quarters for friends and family all the time. But have you ever considered creating a custom apartment in your garage?

The best garage renovations tend to be the ones that create multi-use space. Setting up a mini apartment in your garage would mean installing a kitchenette, with living and sleeping areas. They would still work for storing a car whenever you needed to.

With a polyurea garage floor coating, you can store vehicles in your garage without worrying about permanent oil stains on the floor.

Then, when you want to switch your garage back to a mini apartment, just roll the car out and put down an area rug.

2. Art or Crafting Studio

If you have a creative streak, setting up an art or crafting studio in your garage can help you take your hobby from a pastime to a money-making enterprise.

Painting, sculpting, and other creative work can make a mess, so you should take care to protect your floor.

A polyurea floor coating will allow you to create to your heart’s content without making a permanent mess.

When you’ve finished your projects, just wipe up the mess and start over the next day!

3. Home Fitness Center

If working out is your thing, but you hate the gym atmosphere, use your garage space to make your own home fitness center.

You could hang mirrors on a wall, lay down rubber mats, and set up exercise equipment. Voila! Your personal gym is ready to go.

Epoxy floors are sometimes used to finish garages, but if you understand polyurea vs. epoxy, you’ll see why more people are choosing polyurea.

To see some examples of polyurea benefits for garage floors, check out a few great examples of past projects. 

4. TV Room

Installing a home theatre in your garage is a project that most of us would love to do. You would need a flat-screen TV, some overstuffed recliners, and a decent set of speakers to make it work. 

If gaming is your thing, you could set up multiple screens and a mini-fridge for your favorite cold drinks. Add some cool LED lighting for effect and a few side tables and shelves for storage.

5. Home Office

Now that so many of us have tried working from home due to COVID-19, why not set up your own custom home office? You’ll need a work station, office chair, and room for a coffee bar, a printer, maybe a recliner, and bookshelves. 

A polyurea floor coating will ensure that you can keep your work area neat and tidy, with minimal scrubbing needed. 

Smart Garage Renovations Can Expand Your Home’s Living Space

Garage renovations can be as elaborate or as simple as you want to make them. With the right flooring and accessories, you can have the extra space you’ve always needed.

We can install the right polyurea floor for your activities. To speak with us and get a free estimate, contact us today!