Ep 11. Getting a Grip on Garages

In season 16 episode 11 of Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, titled "Getting a Grip on Garages," Danny and his team tackle the daunting task of organizing and improving the functionality of a cluttered garage. The episode begins with Danny introducing the homeowners, a couple who have struggled to find a way to use their garage for both storage and as a workspace for DIY projects.

Danny starts the project by clearing out the garage, throwing away old junk and sorting items into piles based on their use. He explains the importance of decluttering a garage in order to make it more functional and easier to maintain over time. Once the garage is empty, Danny gets to work on installing a storage system onto the walls to maximize space and make it easy to find and access tools.

Next, Danny tackles the garage floor, which is old and worn out with cracked concrete. He applies a new concrete overlay that is more durable and will hold up against potential oil spills and other messes. Danny explains that having a durable and easy-to-clean garage floor not only looks better but will help extend the life of the garage itself.

Throughout the episode, Danny shares tips for how to better organize tools and materials in a garage, including using pegboards, drawer systems, and labeling everything. He also demonstrates how to build shelves from scratch, which can be customized to fit specific items and maximize storage space.

In addition to improving the organization and functionality of the garage, Danny and his team also install a new garage door opener with the latest technology. The homeowners can now open and close their garage door using their smartphone, which adds an extra layer of safety and convenience.

Finally, Danny and the homeowners step back to admire the impressive transformation of their once-cluttered garage. The space is now a well-organized area that can be used for both storage and as a workspace for DIY projects. Danny explains that by implementing some simple organization systems and making a few key improvements, any garage can become a functional and enjoyable space to use.