How To Build Storage Shelves Over Garage Door

Holes spaced every 4 in.

How to build storage shelves over garage door.

Install the 2 x 4 x 92 board in the front and secure to the front corner connectors with sd8 screws. It s a cheap storage solution to create some wooden garage shelves. Just cut matching pieces then screw 2 4 cleats to the ceiling and screw the lattice to the wall studs and cleats. In this video i ll show you how to build a shelf storage above garage door in few simple steps.

This designer mounted his above the garage door making it invisible from the outside when the door is open. Lift the shelf frame into place installing the sides into the corner connectors. These shelves can hold a good amount though it s not a good idea to store very heavy items up there. Now you can quickly find those oddball leftovers instead of going to the hardware store and buying yet another piece.

All you need is a length of 3 in diameter pvc pipe and a foam swimming pool noodle for this diy garage storage system. To make this you ll need some plywood deck screws a power drill drywall screws a stud finder and miter saw. Secure the sides to the corner connectors with sd8 screws. To start i found the appropriate distance from the front wall in the garage to the ceiling joist i wanted to secure to.

Level and secure to the garage wall in the studs with 2 screws. In the pvc pipe. Adding shelves above the garage door is a great way to utilize some otherwise wasted space. Use a utility knife to cut slits in the foam noodle spacing them 4 in.

Measure how high you want to level your shelf take into account the size of the totes or storage boxes you like to use and how much head clearance you have above where the garage door rolls up.