CREATING A FINISHED GARAGE SPACE
One of our goals as garage door specialists is to help our customers get the very best value from their garage space. That may mean a garage door repair, a new garage door opener, or even a whole new garage door.
As the garage has evolved, it’s moved from being a place to park the car into more of living space. People use their garage as a workspace to engage in hobbies and crafts, as a shop space to store home project tools, and as a place to do laundry. Some homeowners even add storage cabinets in their garage.
But, even when the car isn't left in the driveway, more homeowners are looking to finish their garage. In many cases, they add drywall, installation, lighting, and other comforts. Beyond the benefits of a functional garage door, the garage can be upgraded in many ways to match the needs of the family.
Paint, not primer
Some garages are already primed when the family moves into the home. But, be aware that the primer doesn't have the durability or the finished look of paint. Exterior acrylic latex paint provides the best protection against dirt and moisture in a garage area.
Before painting a garage, the area should be caulked, and any cracks should be sealed. Once a garage is painted, the paint will provide the means to keep the garage walls cleaner and protect the drywall, as exterior paint offers a seal against elements and moisture.
Think neutral
White or slightly off white paint, which looks so lovely in a home, isn't the ideal choice for a garage. The reason is that white will show every speck of dirt and automobile exhaust in the garage, which isn't the attractive look a homeowner is hoping to achieve.
Even though white isn't ideal, a lighter neutral color is preferable because it will make the garage seem more spacious and brighter. Along with that same thinking, having great lighting is another upgrade which will pay off handsomely in a garage.
Epoxy coating
Sometimes, homeowners will see the epoxy coating on the floor of a garage or warehouse and think it's paint. It isn't. Painting the garage floor will never have the same effect as an epoxy finish because epoxy doesn't dry, it cures, and it's very durable. Once a homeowner understands that these are two very different products, he's in a position to make a better choice about what he wants in the garage.
When a homeowner creates a functional space in their garage, the garage door becomes a premium value to the usability of the finished area. If your garage door needs repair, replacement, or something else, we are here to help! We've been in the garage door business for a long time and can help if there is a problem.
Quality Overhead Door, Inc. is a full-service garage door installation and repair company for both residential and commercial customers in the GIlbert area 480-838-8850.
