Create a Sliding Storage System On the Garage Ceiling. If you don't have unused space above the garage door, you can install this system just about anywhere.
However, keep the totes at least 2 ft. from light fixtures, door springs and garage door openers. The special reinforced totes we used (available from internet suppliers like usplastic.com, simplastics.com and others) are a bit stronger than those you'll find at home centers or department stores. The reinforced rims on these containers will support weights of 35 lbs. or more, which is perfect for lightweight storage. And the totes will be easy enough to lift into place while you're standing on a ladder.
To be on the safe side, the total weight of all the totes shouldn't exceed 210 lbs., so find a different place to store books and heavy hardware. If you use other types of containers, measure the rims carefully and adjust the bottom flange width to assure full support. Before you order your totes, measure the height above your garage door and find totes that'll work. Danny Kuo product design. You Asked: Organizing Cords. A little bird told me that I should do an "Organizing Cords" post.... so happy day because it's here!
However, I didn't always think happy thoughts about cords. In fact, when Emily mentioned to me that I was getting quite a few questions on the subject, I hung my head a bit.... I knew where my cords were, so I guess I get a point for that, but they really weren't organized. They lived in some stacked media boxes on a shelf by my computer: But open those boxes and you would see a jumbled mess of cords, all webbed together. So I emptied the contents of the boxes onto the table - I wish this was an exaggeration to make a great before and after story, but it's 100% what I was dealing with!
I also gathered all the cords that were around the house that weren't originally in the box, to take inventory and make sure we weren't keeping any that we no longer used or needed. Since cords can be a bit hard to tame, I turned to these Q Knot Reusable Cable Ties: SO much better already. Pretty cute eh? Get Organized: 25 Totally Clever Storage Tips & Tricks. By Jaime Morrison Curtis | I think it was Tina Fey who said that what places like the Container Store are really selling is hope.
I completely agree — the promise of a more organized life is so optimistic and uplifting. To that end, I’ve scoured the web for 25 fresh storage tips and tricks that are easy to execute and promise a dose of satisfaction and a sense of peace in your home. Check out these 25 totally unique storage tips and tricks and let us know if any storage tidbits have changed your life for the better … nggallery id=’121806′ Cutlery Trays for Jewelry Hanging cutlery trays from the wall makes a unique way to keep jewelry organized.
Boxes on the Wall Paint boxes in bright colors and hang them from the wall for a fresh way to organize books and knick knacks. Knife Strips for Toy Cars Magnetic knife holder strips are a perfect way to organize toy cars. 18 totally creative family picture poses 20 things you can live without to reduce clutter.