DIY Garage Makeover (DIY Epoxy Floors for Under $1k in 1 Day)
DIY Garage Makeover – From Disaster to Dream Shop
After years of my garage being a chaotic mess, I finally decided to tackle it head-on at our new house. This wasn’t some HGTV-level renovation with a team of contractors, it was just me, a few budget-friendly tools, and a plan to create a clean, functional space for all my DIY projects, bikes, and gear. I am confident that anyone can, for less than $1,000, do the same thing in 24 hrs.
In this post, I’ll break down what I did, what I used, and what I’d do differently if I had to start over. But honestly — if I can do this, anyone can.
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👉 DIY Garage Makeover – Epoxy Floor, Shelving & Budget Setup
Why I Did This
I’m a firefighter with a full-time job, too many hobbies, and a side business to run, so my time is limited — and my gear was scattered everywhere. I needed a space that wasn’t just organized, but also felt good to work in. Something I’d actually want to walk into.
What I Did
1. Cleared Everything Out
You can’t organize chaos. I started by pulling everything out of the garage. Yes, the driveway looked like a yard sale. Yes, my neighbors were concerned.
2. Epoxied the Floor (Total Game-Changer)
I used the Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield kit — one of the more affordable options out there. I prepped the concrete, rolled it out, and finished it with the colored flakes.
💡 Tip: Surface prep matters more than anything. If you skip etching or power-washing, you’ll regret it later.
3. Installed Shelving + Wall Storage
Simple black steel shelves from Costco did the job (they go on sale all the time). I also added some vertical wall racks for tools, bikes, and a ladder.
4. Created a Workbench Zone
This is still evolving, but I added a basic work surface and pegboard for go-to tools. Eventually, I’d love to build a custom bench with drawers — but one thing at a time.
Tools & Materials I Used
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Before & After
Final Thoughts
This wasn’t expensive or complicated — it just took a willingness to finish what I started. I wanted a space that felt good to walk into and made my projects easier to tackle. Now that it’s done, I wish I’d done it years ago in my prior garage.
