Build Overhead Garage Storage 2x4

This project assumes that the ceiling joists in your garage run perpendicular to the ceiling cleat.

Build overhead garage storage 2x4.

While i do have a ni. This suspended garage storage unit was designed and built by amy from hertoolbelt she s a tractor driving tool loving mom of two. The wooden garage shelves are designed to fit into that unused space above the garage doors you need 16 in. The main material used here is wood and if you want to keep the cost of the project low you can use reclaimed boards or pallets.

Next cut four 32 inch 2x4 boards and place them perpendicular between the 8 foot pieces on each end and two in the middle image 1. Or you can make five 2x4 cross cleats to span two joists. High garage storage shelves. However you can adjust the shelf height and put them anywhere.

Ok they could be diy garage storage shelves too. This is a great location to build some easy storage shelves that will greatly increase the amount of square footage that you can use for storage. Check out another great tutorial on how to build overhead garage storage shelves on instructables. If the joists run parallel to the cleat you have two choices.

You can adjust the width of the storage unit to the nearest joist. Most garage spaces contain a lot of unused space along the top edges of the walls. Pete build the ultimate diy 2x4 shelving for basement storage for around 80 and minimal cuts. Begin building the base of the cabinets on the ground by laying out two 8 foot 2x4 boards on the floor parallel to the wall.

You can hang the shelves at any height you want depending on how much storage space need and how high the ceiling is. I m always looking for great storage ideas and solutions especially in the garage where things tend to pile up. Of clearance to fit a shelf and standard 12 1 2 in. We re delighted to share her diy project using the simpson strong tie workbench shelving hardware kit.