Most of the woodworkers end up doing their work from their own garage. Mostly garage space is not utilized properly in homes. So, it can be the best place if someone wants to start a garage workshop. The garage is an ideal place to start a workshop because it doesn’t have stairs and provide ample space for large projects. Moreover, usually, the garage has decent lighting too that makes it suitable as a workshop space.  

Garages provide easy access from the front and have a handful of outlets. Moreover, typically garages have an open space. But to convert a typical home garage into a garage workshop, you need to work on some limitations. You need to install different lights that make it possible to focus more clearly. Cheap ceiling tiles can also be installed in a small garage workshop. 

Below are brilliant tips to set up a small garage workshop. You can set up a workshop in your garage by following these tips. 

Empty Out the Space and Start Planning 

If you want to set up a small garage workshop, the first step you need to take is to empty out the space. Once it is empty, start planning to set it up. You need to plan for everything either it is a large tool that needs floor space or small tools that can be out on the shelves. 

The step of planning would be way easier if you will draw it. Take a graph paper and draw your plan to scale. After drawing the initial plan, start thinking about the placement of tools. You can make any change you want at this instead of making changes in the layout. 

Add Enough Power Outlets 

People who overlook this step initially might have problems later. You need to take it more seriously if you have an older home. Because most older homes don’t have enough power outlets. Plan for a power outlet for every tool. 

For large power tools, it is better to set up a parallel electric system that has its own circuit breaker. If the tool ends up causing a short circuit, it will not blow the power of the whole house if it has a separate circuit breaker. Moreover, you need proper storage of electric as well as combustible material to prevent the risk of fire. 

Start Placing Major Tools First 

If you are finding it difficult to set up the garage workshop, start by placing larger tools first on the drawing. Other things like a band saw, miter table, and jointer will come first too. You can adjust the placement of tools according to the need of your shop or workshop. 

The power requirement of the tool is another factor that you need to consider while setting up tools. If the power box can’t handle all the tools, then you need to either go for alternative tools or upgrade power outlets. 

Storage of Smaller Tools 

Smaller tools and tools that you may not require often need a slightly different treatment. You need separate storage spaces for different tools. Mostly, for small and medium tools, shelves and cabinets work best. 

You can also utilize the space under the bench to keep the small or most used tools. It will make access easier to those tools. If your budget is low, you can plan for several low and high storage shelves and cabinets for storage. 

Create Long Benches 

It is quite easy to create long benches in the garage to make working easier. The most cost-effective way is to use some plywood and 2×4s. You can find 2×4 bench plans on Pinterest and adjust them to your garage shape and size. 

These long-work-benches will save your back and your time. Moreover, properly arranged benches will provide you extra support during work.