Functional DIY Garage Remodel Ideas For Your Home Automotive Workshop

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thanks for your patience while I was remodelling my garage! I miss you all. Come see this space in person. I'm hosting another TIG welding workshop on Nov. 16th. No previous welding skills required.

[@akokarski]

Finally! Now I can stop watching garbage and finally enjoy some quality programming!🎉

[@peterkillefer9720]

Tom, welcome back! A fantastic and functional working space and impressive, like all of your projects, in that it is DIY. Can't wait to see what you come up with next.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you, it's good to be back. Good 356 content coming next week. Plus I have some older Supra and Mazda 3 videos that I haven't edited yet.

[@yankee_911_guy]

Welcome back Tom! Can't wait to pick right back up watching you.

[@h20cycle1]

Glad to have you back Tom!

[@jvh22a]

Love the ceiling shelving idea!

[@JonathanAdams-z8r]

Glad to have you back Tom! The garage reveal looks great! No shame on the “supply closet”…very practical and really needed for this “hobby”. Well done! 😀👍👍

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you. I have two spaces to hang out it depending on my mood. I didn't show my office, but it's somewhere in between.

[@ADDvanced]

OH MY GOD! Dude congrats that is such a huge step up!!!

[@ADDvanced]

One idea: Build a dedicated staircase on wheels. It can double as mobile storage. Could look kinda cool if you put some effort into it. Maybe paint the FRP behind the drill and grinder a darker grey, then it will never look dirty. We had those walls at an old garage I worked at, and they actually do hold a lot of dirt. Epoxy floors don't hold up, but man I am so happy with my polycuramide coating. Rocksolid brand. I have some chips and dings it in it now, but it's 8 years old now. The biggest benefit is all the reflected light, and if you drop something small, you can find it really quickly. I think the coating you put on there is okay, but if you want to make a change, consider it at some point. The removable shelf doors are super cool, love how you can hang them on other ones. Way cool. Anyway man.... just huge, huge, huge upgrade. I'm sure it'll get messy again, but having a base like this is going to help so much moving forward. Congrats man!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thanks for the great suggestions. Believe it or not I need to cram two cars in this space every night and be able to open the doors. I like the idea of a staircase, but I can also stand on my welding table or even the tool box. FRP actually comes in grey which I almost got. Will see how the white holds up against the wire wheel dirt slinger. White keeps it lite and brite for now. My floors are so banged up I think any coating would have a hard time bonding and holding up to molten metal blobs. I read that shot blasting is the way to go now, but that is so disruptive to my shop to move everything out wait for it to cure, yada yada. I just don't get that excited about floors.

[@petem6291]

Tom you do outstanding work , its much nicer to work in a clean well-lit comfortable shop .( I worked in 13 shops in 58 Years on this earth) and you are the swiss army knife of men. you do plumping painting carpentry drywall electrical work and masonry work and all forms of auto repair and restoration , its impressive....

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you. I was going to do another long winded comparison of carpentry versus automotive work, but I didn't. Some stuff does parallel each other. Joint compound = Bondo aka mud in both fields of work. Wall texture = undercoating (applied in a very similar gun to be honest) Airless sprayer = HVLP gun (this one is a bit of a stretch) Twist Connectors = Crimp connectors Automotive materials are so much nicer than house carpentry stuff. I had problems with the drywall tape bubbling when the texture went on. Come to find out I was spreading it too hard like bondo and was squeezing too much out under the tape. It's live and learn I guess, but the automotive materials are so much nicer to work with. Those twist connectors are pretty bad to be honest.

[@richardtaylor2449]

YAY Tom's back 💚🧡👍🛠🔧

[@AW_DIY_garage]

The space looks really nice. Excited to continue to follow along your journey

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@billkeller3083]

Nice Tom...it’s a good feeling to have a nice shop with organization

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Agree, it's been nice so far. Let's hope it stays nice.

[@richardsutliffe1793]

Hi Tom. Your garage remodel looks great and well thought out too. You've really done a lot with a small 19'x19' garage. I also do a lot of work in my garage. Over the years I've completed around 8-9 complete car rebuilds in it, so I appreciate what you do in your small space. A couple of quick thoughts: I'm in northern California so we don't get real cold weather like much of the nation does, but my garage is detached, so it still gets plenty cold and moist during the winter months. After years of thinking about it I finally purchased and installed a gas unit heater in a back corner of my garage. It hangs from the ceiling and blows warm air across the entire garage. I put a thermostat on the wall over my workbench and on cold winter days and evenings running it for even an hour or two takes the chill off and also dries any moisture in the air which I found was coating bare parts and tools with a light film of rust. Also, it can get almost too hot to work in my garage during the summer, so I installed an attic fan running it out of a gable end through an exterior vent. It has made a nice difference in reducing the overall garage temperature on hot days. Last, I notice you don't have ceiling insulation in your rafters. Insulation in your garage rafters can make a difference in keeping your garage at a nice temperature both in cold and hot weather. All of these projects are DIY and not costly, but they can make a real difference in working conditions in your garage. Good luck with your new garage. I think you will enjoy working in it.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

I've worked in this space for many years and I'm fortunate to have great temperatures year around thanks to the Pacific Ocean. The end of this video you can hear my fan. As long it blows directly on me I can work any day of the year. In the winter a sweatshirt is all I need. Last week we had a very warm week and it still wasn't that bad.

[@shannonjohnson4661]

I am a huge fan of you knowledge, skill and patience. Two things-FRP is available in black and it looks really great. Second it glues really well to plywood. So you could glue it to 1/4 inch for your cabinet faces. Keep rockin' out!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you. I almost bought the grey color, but decided to keep it lite and brite. Will see how it holds up. I use that wire wheel a lot to clean stuff and the dirt goes straight into the wall. Great suggestion on using the FRP as cabinent faces. It would be cheaper than aluminum, but heavier.

[@ideabrickworks9043]

You should consider a shaft mounted door opener. I did in my garage and it clears up so much space! My scissor lift works so well and I don’t worry about hitting the chain and opener.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

For sure, I'm looking at options now

[@cramiro71]

Good job. It’s always nice to have a clean area. Keep enjoying it

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Will do and thank you!

[@JamesFitzsimons]

Awesome work Tom. Your space looks like a fantastic combination of professional and functional. I love the open ceiling space, that's a much easier way to access that area than a manhole with a ladder. Top work, you should be very proud of the result. Looking forward to seeing what comes next!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you, it's a big change for me. The open center "manhole" is something I've been wanting to do for a long time. I've been storing things up there for a while, but now it's nicer and bigger. Of course id rather have a bigger place, but this really is the best use of space I could conceive. Next week 356!

[@pyrogenusa]

Finally, been a long summer with no Saturday breakfast show welcome back

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Yes, finally back at it. All 356 content coming next until WCH 2024

[@carlmclelland7624]

Looks fantastic, Tom!! What you'll find, years ago when I did what you've just done, I worked both 'cleaner'... and more efficiently with a clean, organized shop. I'd have only done one thing different, and that's a personal choice. I'd have painted the attic white, so it reflected the light down, rather than black, which absorbs light. Your "Closet".... I had a 10x12 shed outside to store stuff inside. Whatever works for you, is the best solution... Well done...............

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you. I was noticing how much trouble the camera was having seeing into that black hole. I chose black because it will hide dust better? Who knows.

[@RennenUSA]

Wow awesome!!

[@brendanhead7368]

Well done Tom, Looks clean, fresh & professional. Love how rational you are and obviously can adapt well to change, thanks for showing how you still have some clutter out back, that’s definitely more where my garage is currently at but likewise it’s all part of how I can afford/justify to play in the 356 game. Looking forward to the return of your regular content.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you Brendan. You definitely get how this hobby works.

[@RonShearer-t5j]

Wow !!! Great Job....Great use of Space....Looks like it's going to be a perfect place to work. Have Fun !!!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you and yes, now back to work, ha ha.

[@ODIS-bp1ks]

Nothing like a nicely lighted workspace. Mine gets cluttered from time to time, but always enjoyable to clean and organize and then on to the next project(s).

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

I agree its refreshing to work in. My problem is I'd rather spend time on car stuff ans sometimes there just isn't enough hours in the day. What is the optimum clean versus work ratio?

[@PetesWorkshop]

Love it! The simple shelf covers are brilliant. Well done.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thanks!

[@paulblanton2609]

The garage looks fantastic, and I love the door. Very cool with the colors.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you! The door needed to be painted anyway it was fun to match up the colors the best I could at Lowe's

[@olegregersen1024]

Another inspirational video, and what a result. Good to see the workshop again.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you and it's good to be back.

[@alexperazzo9761]

Garage looks great!!!

[@carsonko2900]

Welcome back!!! Congrats!!

[@dra911]

Fantastic result! It didn't seem to take you that long actually. It's so nice and bright - it will undoubtedly be a better place to work in with the extra visibility. Lots of little innovative touches through-out. Interesting thoughts on the types of folks and working styles. I'm a bit of a planner type - need to get things straight in my head before I dive into work. But once I know what I'm doing, I really knuckle down. Good to have you back mate and keen to see what you get up to next.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you, I tried to get through it fast. There's a big 356 event coming up that I need to get ready for.

[@tomw6719]

Nice transformation, good luck and enjoy the "new" space.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you! Will do!

[@craigheller9053]

Looks Great Tom! I'm sure you will fine tune even further as you use it.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

For Sure!

[@jeffharrison5265]

Dang Tom, that looks fantastic. Great job. I'm seriously considering your TIG workshop. Perfect timing as you know I have a Jag floor to repair. Sigh.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thanks. I know its far, but you are of course welcome.

[@DoubleRRestorations]

Very nice Tom. Love the new/old space! Looks great!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you Russ. Glad to see you are back on YT as well.

[@mattxbart]

Welcome back! Was just rewatching the 912 engine rebuild series.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you!

[@richardh1773]

Looks great!!! I’m a bit worried about the welding tank falling over in an earthquake though. Take care, Rich

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thanks you, the welding tank will be secured.

[@1966JCGG]

I’m glad your are back, came out nice saludos 👍

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you so much!

[@robertmccully2792]

Good job not renting a shop, good job using what you have. Always keep the money at home!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Agree, thx. My wife always knows where to find me.

[@jamesbuckingham8073]

Awesome look; How are you going to keep track of whats stored above in boxes? there will be a time when your looking for something and can't remember what box you placed it in.or where it's located. A simple spread sheet listing item and location so you're not dragging up and down and back up because it's not in that box? For your cabinet doors I would use magnets instead of holes and lag bolts; the holes in time will get elongated. These are not suggestion, just different thought process. Mahalo

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you and great feedback. There are 4 bays on each side defined by the trusses, so I have like items organized in each bay and noted in google notes. It's not perfect, but at least I know which bay to look in. For example the one bay that I showed are all house tools, like circ saw, texture gun, mixer, sprayer etc. Magnets are a good idea too. Epoxied washers on the holes may also help. I like that the holes keep it straight every time and they are stackable.

[@vwfanatic2390]

Though SoCal isn’t that hot comparatively, I’m surprised you didn’t incorporate an AC unit, swamp cooler exhaust port, or heat exchanger wall box. You looked a bit sweaty under those lights. Anyway glad you’re back, and I was worth the wait, excellent work.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

We've been having a very hot spell this week. Its usually 5 or so days that require AC and I do have a portable AC unit on wheels that I could borrow from the house if I need to.

[@vwfanatic2390]

@@GarageTimeAutoResto and using an AC unit for just one day can crank up your electric bill for months.

[@ocavant]

Great job! You might think about switching over to a jack shaft side mount garage door opener to open up that center overhead space. You’d be surprised how much that make the space feel bigger.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Good idea. I'll look into it. Thanks

[@SootHead]

Glad you're back. Missed ya!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you! It felt wierd not editing videos on Friday night😀

[@smplyizzy]

Holy hell. - impressive! Would it be helpful to swap out your over head garage door opener for a wall unit? Doing so might allow you to have more head room. Just an idea. Great job!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

I'm looking into a wall mounted unit to see if it would be better or not. It's a great idea. There's plenty of room to access shelves, but I agree it would look cleaner without it.

[@jamesenloe2791]

That back closet reminds me of the Friends episode where Chandler opens Monica’s closet in the back LOL Im not judging though. My style is find a place for something and quickly realize it doesnt work, but too lazy to move it Great looking garage.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Ha ha, so messy. I find the hardest place to put something is in the trash.

[@lewiseig5432]

Tom. Great stuff. Thanks for sharing - especially showing us the ‘closet’. A question and a thought. How’s the sealed floor when wet? Very slippery or just a little. I know you’re in SoCal. Here in NJ, I’d love that floor but worry about slipping on some melted snow/ice in winter. And. The ceiling/high mounted cabinets, did you consider hinges at the top with a mechanical or hydraulic strut? I’d hate the process of removing the doors and moving them around. The open attic storage is brilliant, it would be a game changer for me in my old barn.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Everyone has a beloved closet❤ The floors are slippery when wet. I know because I've sponge mopped them already. There is a floor polish by the same company that improves slip resistance. I haven't applied it yet, but remind me and I'll let you know how it goes. Here's the link amzn.to/3ZgvJCv Not worried about rain/ice/snow as we get almost none here. I did think about an upper hinge, but it was too complicated/hard to reach/obstructs opening/etc. In reality my plan is to leave them off except the one day that I record KZbin videos, ha ha. Same with the drill press and grinder covers. I do like the upper storage area a lot.

[@stevechiarchianis6439]

Garage looks fantastic. I really like those FRP panels. What sort of adhesive did you use to attach them to the walls?

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thank you so much. There is FRP glue believe it or not. It comes in a bucket and is troweled on. Here's a link to the exact stuff I used. amzn.to/4gaHaBH

[@mikedarminio3162]

Enjoyed the remodel ideas you posted . I saw the area you stored the Max Jack arms . Did you do a video on the install of the Max Jack and how it can be removed for storage and placement ? I too have a garage the size of yours . Mike

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Here the Max Jax install video kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHLclWtuaM5gars The towers are heavy but easy to move around on the provided wheels. The pump is also on wheels. I highly recommend it. Second video on max jax maintenance kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6PKo6yaeMaKa9E

[@neilwehmeyer]

I was wondering how you got this done so quickly?

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

It was a lot of work, but I want to get back to my cars.

[@billkunkle1880]

Excellent work. Do you have a hidden gas cylinder restraint or is one not installed yet? Cannot wait to see the next project.

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Good observation. In the past it was chained to the shelf, but now that the shelf is boxed in, I need screw something into the wall. Thanks for the reminder.

[@blackwell1384]

Thanks for the video Tom. I’m in the process of having a new shop built, so I appreciate the explanation of what you did. How did you space your lift? I assume you are happy with that. I am planning to use the same lift and I’m putting heat in the floor so I am going to be stuck with what ever I pick. Any thoughts?

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

You're so welcome. I'm happy with the spacing for my little cars, but your results may vary. Here's the video where I installed my max Jax kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHLclWtuaM5gars .

[@carguytroy]

Looks good! It's probably nice to have a clean organized space. Every time I "organize" I can't find anything 😂. How big is your "closet" area?

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

You are right about not being to find anything after moving it. I tried to put all tools on the clean side and all supplies on the dirty side, but of course there are exceptions. It will take some time getting used to it. The closet is about 8 x 10'

[@adrians6085]

I still think you need to remove 'my' from the title. KZbin is not about you. It's about how you share and help others.

[@looking_33]

its his garage mate

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

I see what you are saying, thx. I have three titles that cycle through and KZbin tells me which one people like better. You may be right, will see in about a week. Check back if you're curious.

[@adrians6085]

​@GarageTimeAutoResto just look at your most popular videos, none of them say I. They usually say "how to". I think you are an awesome decent guy, just providing some constructive feedback

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

The results are in and you are right. People like this title better, "Functional DIY Garage Remodel Ideas For Your Home Automotive Workshop" Thank you

[@donrossi1603]

GREAT JOB...!!!! All ahead Full Speed...Cheers!!!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Thx.