Beyond being places to live in, houses are reflections of your aspirations and the canvas on which you project your dreams. Each area holds potential for transformation, and actualizing this is a way to make a house a home. Often overlooked but incredibly valuable, the garage and basement are prime examples of spaces ripe for enhancement. Why should you let these areas evolve into extensions of your home, and how do you make it happen?

Improve Your Garage

In its purest form, a garage is a spot to park your car. Without it, vehicles remain exposed to the elements, which inevitably hastens their aging. If you have extra space, a garage can also be a workshop, a gym, or a storage room for tools, outdoor equipment, and seasonal items.

Unfortunately, despite their utility, garages often become less than what they should (and could) be. Clutter tends to accumulate, leaving them inefficient. Outdated flooring can make them look neglected and unappealing. With your garage as the focal point of your home improvement goals, here are ways to turn it into a functional and attractive area:

• Declutter and Organize: Sort your belongings and invest in storage systems that keep everything in place and accessible. The less clutter you have, the more space you have to work with.
• Upgrade Flooring: Standard flooring solutions easily crack or stain. Go for durable and aesthetically pleasing options that make maintenance a breeze, like our polyaspartic floor coating system. The better your garage looks, the more you will want to use it.
• Enhance Lighting: Poor lighting can deem your garage unusable and uninviting. Consider replacing old bulbs with energy-efficient LED lighting and adding task lighting over workbenches or utility areas. You can always do more in a well-lit garage.

Improve Your Basement

A basement is the lowest level of any structure. In a house, it is usually used for storing items and a utility area for systems such as heating or plumbing. For homeowners who want more living space, however, a basement can become a home theater, gym, guest suite, or office.

Like garages, basements often face various challenges like clutter and flooring issues. However, their location, which is susceptible to dampness, water intrusion, poor ventilation, and lack of proper insulation, makes them more difficult to sustain. Leaving them as bare concrete or messy areas is a wasted opportunity. What can you do to make the most out of your basement?

• Boost Insulation, Ventilation, and Waterproofing: Regulate the temperature to keep your basement comfortable year-round. Additionally, take waterproofing measures to prevent water damage.
• Update Flooring: Swap out cold, bare concrete for our low-slip, polyaspartic floor coating that’s easy to clean and looks great.
• Maximize Storage Solutions: Organize your things with shelving units or cabinets. Vertical storage can free up floor space and maintain a clutter-free environment.

Achieve Your Home Improvement Goals With OGI

At Ohio Garage Interiors (OGI), we understand every homeowner’s desire for a house that looks, feels, and works at its best. As such, we specialize in garage and basement transformations, offering solutions that combine performance with beauty. Whether your home improvement goals involve a sleek garage or a basement that hosts family gatherings, we are capable of achieving them.

Our polyaspartic flooring systems guarantee unmatched strength and aesthetics. Over 25 years, we have revamped more than 4,000 garages, and we believe yours deserves the same makeover. Our custom-built cabinetry complements this service, putting together form and function with a personal touch. We promise cabinets that handle heavy loads and extreme temperatures, all while looking modern.

More than just a service provider, OGI is committed to enriching family spaces. We take pride in helping families across Ohio have houses that meet their lifestyle demands. We are homeowners just like you. You can count on us to care for your home like it is our own.

Schedule Your Free On-Site Design Consultation

Investing in the enhancement of often-overlooked spaces like the garage and basement increases your house’s functionality and overall value and appeal. To realize your home improvement goals, you need a vision and the right partner. OGI is ready to learn your demands and offer recommendations for flooring, cabinetry, and other aspects that align with your budget.

Contact us today to schedule a free on-site design consultation. Together, let’s make your house the home you have always envisioned.