Creating Your Ideal Workshop In A 40′ Wide Garage

If you are looking for a new workshop space that can double up as your parking space when not in use, then you are in the right place. A 40’ wide steel garage is all you need. You can design space for woodworking and metalworking, a nook for brainstorming creative ideas, and much more. So, let’s jump straight into it.

Building Your Dream Workshop: Maximizing Potential In A 40 Wide Garage

Assess The Needs & Goals Of Your Workshop

What kind of projects would you like to pursue? Do you have sufficient tools and equipment for the project? Would you like to invest in some sturdy tools? Where will you keep them? How many workbenches do you need to fit in a 40’ wide custom metal garage? These are the questions to ponder.

You can create a plan of action by working out what you need and what type of projects you will be doing. Start by removing everything from the garage. Clean the space thoroughly and check for dirt, stains, rust, mold, cracks, dents, or leakage. Once you complete the inspection, move on to the next step.

Plan Layout & Design

Draw a rough design of your 40’ wide metal building layout. Plan one wall with base cabinets with doors and drawers. This wall will also have a countertop and space for pegboards in the middle. On the sides and top, you can install open or closed cabinets again for storage.

This way, you can organize tools and stuff in one place and leave the rest of the space free. You can opt for sturdy hooks behind the door for hanging tools.

Maximize Storage & Organization

Shelves: When designing shelves, consider the height between them. We suggest investing in adjustable shelving that can accommodate larger items in the future.  

Cabinets:

• Opt for closed-door cabinets to keep items from falling and avoid dust build-up.
• Install on cabinet row at the base and wall mount another.
• Use the middle space as hanging boards.
• Set the countertop over the base cabinets.

Pegboards: These are excellent ways to organize tools and equipment that are frequently used. You can choose small hole boards for lightweight items and large hole boards for heavy-duty items.

Tip: Use the laser to align boards and cabinets before installing them.

Choose Right Tools & Equipment

When designing the workshop in your 40’ wide steel garage, invest in quality tools that last a lifetime. You can get a toolbox to organize all of them. On the pegboard, organize tools based on their size. You can also invest in clear bins to store glue, paint, lumber, and toolboxes.

Ensure your garage space is organized properly. You can keep garden tools like rakes, shovels, etc.

Set Up Workstation

A sturdy workspace gives a stable surface for various tasks. You can install separate workbenches for wood and metal work. Invest in utility hooks to hang your recreational seasonal gear. Keep all small objects, like screws, nuts & bolts, pins, etc., in a clear jar. You can also install a battery organizer if you work too much with power tools that run on batteries.

Add Lighting & Ventilation

Lighting is necessary to work comfortably inside the workshop. You can also add motion sensor lights. It will brighten up the space and keep your 40’ wide custom metal garage safe and secure. Here are some of the examples:

• Flood light
• Bright overhead lights
• Task lighting
• Light fixtures

Tip: Opt for LEDs. They are consistent, bright, and do not produce heat.

Safety Considerations

Have a first aid kit ready in your workshop. Make sure it is visible and within reach without using any ladder or chair. Prioritize your safety with gloves, safety boots, safety glasses, ear muffs, and respirators. Ensure you have a fire extinguisher kit in your metal garage.

Install a wall-mounted garage remote control to close or open the door. Ensure the indoor area is comfortable to work in. If you have extra stuff, invest in garage slate walls. You can keep items organized and on display here.

Opt for a sturdy rolling chair so you can move while working. You can install a door screen to keep doors open while working.

Maintenance & Updating Your Workshop

Conduct a routine inspection and assessment of equipment, tools, and signs of wear & tear. If you find any items malfunctioning, repair or replace them. Look for leaks, rust, dents, or cracks in your 40’ wide steel garage. Fix them promptly.

You can schedule maintenance for lubricating, cleaning, and adjusting tools & equipment. Timely repairs and maintenance will reduce the chance of potential breakdown of any gadget while working.

Tip: Install a chalkboard or whiteboard. You can use it to write to-do lists or schedule work.

Customize Your Garage Workshop With Viking Metal Garages

As you can see, a metal garage space can accommodate so much, from your tools & equipment to workshop machinery. Get a 40’ wide prefab garage, your very own sanctuary! Call (704)-741-1587 to book your custom metal garage and get a FREE quote from our metal building experts. Your ultimate DIY paradise is waiting – make it your own and have fun with it!