Renovating my ugly garage for under $500

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In this DIY project I show how I fully renovated/remodeled my untouched, outdated 80's workshop garage (and didn’t break the budget!). My goal was to create a space that is bright and open, while trying to re-use or upcycle as much as possible.
In this makeover I removed the popcorn ceiling, corrected drywall, scratches and holes, replaced window and door trim, added brand new LED lighting, painted, rebuilt my workbench as well as other final touches.
0:00 Introduction
1:00 Sanding
1:56 Clean Up
2:22 Touch Up
4:12 Priming
4:48 Lighting
5:40 Workbench
10:46 Painting
12:16 Extras
14:20 Final Shots /Outro
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[@ShopNation]

Had to do a double take at your subscriber count...only 78!? Great video dude. You are destined for greatness here on KZbin. Video content, quality, and edited are top notch!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks a ton man! Your comment made my morning 😀 Congrats on your 100k subs, you deserve it!

[@robbie6625]

it's 10x after only a week... That's some impressive growth

[@finestwoodcraftcustoms7458]

What camera are you using to shoot ? Good video I plan on starting up a channel will definitely subscribe to yours

[@daxd8358]

Hope you doing well with you move to new home and covid - 19 but new idea comes from challengings time . Always appreciated your organized and clean work . Yes , as a son of engineer with had 4 engineer degrees I just learn to love and breath organized approach to tasks . Thumbs up 🤓

[@hazer00]

You went from 78 to 1.82K in a month. Very nice. Video was fun to watch. I wish you great Success.

[@joanklaczek4009]

The most dangerous phrase when doing any renovation...”While we’re at it..”

[@ModernRemade]

😂 no kidding! Followed shortly after by “what have I done...”

[@Bikeaddict4235]

Getting the wife involved is definitely the most dangerous idea 🤣

[@seanbell6371]

“ I had the exact amount needed, so long as I didn’t mess up....and I messed up”. You have just quoted every project I have done to date 😂

[@MatthewEncina]

Great work. The face frames made this go from typical raw garage storage to something more elegant. Thanks for sharing.

[@ModernRemade]

You’re the man Matthew, much appreciated! 🙏🏼

[@flix4u]

Nice clean & bright look. Can’t wait to see u fill it up with tools and supplies/materials. I can’t wait till I can get a shop and get my tools out of storage and do pretty much what u did.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks man! I am so excited to build it out more as well. I'm thinking French cleats, workbenches, dust collection, storage cabinets.. who knows what else. Good luck on your future builds! If you make a video let me know!

[@dexterousx92]

*Wow, I'm truly amazed by your dedication and creativity in renovating your garage on a budget! Your resourcefulness and ability to transform the space into something functional and appealing is truly inspiring. It's so refreshing to see someone take on a project with limited resources and turn it into something incredible. Keep up the fantastic work, and I can't wait to see the final result! Your efforts are a reminder that with passion and a little ingenuity, any space can be transformed into a wonderful haven. 👏🛠*

[@docroc3012]

This video was amazing! Not only did it look good, but it gave me a little bit of hope that I can learn how to do some of these things myself as well.

[@ModernRemade]

You got this! My secret recipe: Jump in, mess up (a lot) and try again until you get it right-ish :)

[@compiticny1445]

Nice job. Looking for ideas for finishing my garage which is bare studs for the outer walls and got a number of them. The only thing I could suggest is the next time you paint the ceiling get the whitest high gloss paint you can find to increase the light in the garage.

[@JustinRiley1987]

great job dude! i am currently removing my popcorn ceiling and doing a skim coat on it... so much work! not to mention drywall dust everywhere!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! AND a skim coat?! You're much braver than I my friend 😂 I bet it'll look killer!

[@ProjectBuildStuff]

Slick edit! Great voiceover! I can see you going places in the DIY world in a hurry!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks so much! 😃 I hope so!

[@astroalyn2010]

Awesome video! I think some interlocking floor mats would really finish up the look. Though, it might get a little messy with the saw dust...

[@mseiler4979]

I really enjoyed watching, can't wait for part 2. Those painting pads are fantastic, I have several rooms with feature colour on one wall and those pads are fantastic for neat corners and no messy bleeding edges. Brilliant video, keep up the great work. Consider me Subscriber 384... :)

[@ModernRemade]

The kind words and sub are much appreciated! 😊 That's a great use case - those pads are a game-changer!

[@ScratchyMcSniff]

This was the first video of yours I watched. Awesome work. Makes me excited to get out and get mine done! 😅

[@ModernRemade]

Haha thanks so much for the watch! You got this 💪

[@KODmasta07]

Love the details in the video and the fact that you mess up shows you're just like anyone else. Not perfect! I just got a garage and this vid makes me feel more confident about doing it myself. Thanks!

[@ModernRemade]

Love to hear that - you got this! Mistakes are always made that’s for sure 😅 Thanks for watching!

[@daxd8358]

Amazingly easy to watch . First time viewing you channel and do not know your professional background but you make a pleasent easy to follow , well done !!!! You are on your way especially shop nation ( engineer ) making a positive comments a bonus 😎

[@ModernRemade]

I appreciate the kind words, so glad you liked it! No background in the field; I am 100% a student of KZbin University 😄

[@BexLovesDoggos]

Love this video! I'm currently working on a small outdated garage and found this super inspiring! NO JOKE on how terrible sanding is 😭😭😭 Glad you got through it, the results are wonderful :D

[@ModernRemade]

Haha thanks Rebekah I appreciate it! 🙏 good luck on the reno!

[@MartyinPS]

Great video and great idea on the pole. Also liked the lights! Great video and checked out some of your other vids. Good Job and keep it up 🙂

[@ModernRemade]

Ayyy thank you! Really appreciate the kindness 🙏

[@thomasshawbaker7880]

Absolutely awesome! I'm proud of you! You did a great job!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you x100 :)

[@craigcarlock5799]

Personally, I think that it says a lot about you that you captured and released the spiders rather than killing them. Found some useful ideas for my own messy garage. Great video, I'll be checking out more of your content. Thanks!

[@ModernRemade]

I appreciate that Craig and glad you liked the video!

[@mmmitchell9158]

Looks great!

[@davidcannon5104]

Nice job! Using your video and countless others as inspiration to update my garage. Thank you 🙏

[@ModernRemade]

Love that thanks David! Best wishes for your garage reno 🙌🏻

[@mariasoderberg4931]

So impressive, that was one ambitious garage renovation! So helpful to see how you did everything!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Maria glad you liked it!

[@southernflare2385]

Very nice!! Love the color!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you!

[@GarageAddiction]

Just stumbled across your channel, great video and awesome quality. Looking forward to more!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you very much! Just have to get to work 😅

[@e-vd]

Nice work on your garage! Your project inspires me to take my own garage reno to the next level. Clever video transitions too 👍🏻

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks a ton Ethan!

[@mrizzy9429]

Danny, you are THE man!!! It really is easy, if you have patience and a little know how. I stumbled on your channel and showed my 12 year old son (we both agreed the editing and music are great). We are starting the garage reno next week and got some great ideas From your video. God bless and keep makin videos please. Much like TV, KZbin is quickly getting littered with trash.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks a ton! So glad you both liked the video! Good luck with the garage - I'm sure it'll be awesome 💪

[@westhavenor9513]

I've been using those same Ryobi cordless finish nailers for a few years now. Absolutely love 'em! I really like that color you chose for your workbench as well.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Carl! Aren't these nailers great!? One of those "why didn't I buy this sooner" tools :)

[@melstead7937]

At 10:59: Those trim pads are the best kept secret in the industry. They are totally awesome. One is crazy to do trim without them period.

[@ModernRemade]

Yeeees totally agree! They're so inexpensive but I hardly see anyone use them. I used to wonder if they were just a gimmick but I won't paint without them now 😄

[@CGT80]

Only if you have a very smooth surface, don't need a very clean cut in, and don't have the skill with a brush. A brush will give you more control with how much paint you put on and most people don't use enough. However, I started painting as a pro 25 years ago so it is second nature and I can cut in left or right handed with contrasting colors better than many tape jobs........many corners are not straight and I can compensate with a brush to make a line that appears straight on a textured surface. Use a pole on your roller and keep it wet, it should not have a noisy sound of the dry nap pulling away from the wall. You are right about brushing and rolling giving better coverage than the small airless. Nice job on the light cords. I have the same lights and plan to trim the wires after I finish the major rebuild I'm in the middle of for my garage.

[@luisd7632]

Love the section title cards. Classy. Also, I’m inspired to try that work bench. Seems nice and clean.

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you!

[@radicalradzik]

Wow! Nicely done. Inspired to update my garage as well. Great tips. Thanks.

[@ModernRemade]

Get a hold of me when you do; I’d love to see the before/after!

[@burrowssj]

cool video mate, keep up the good work dude! Giving me inspiration and ideas for my new house

[@ModernRemade]

That's awesome thanks Sam!

[@dominicscalise]

Dude. Danny! Man, it has been a minute. I saw you post on FB and checked out your KZbin. This video is so good! You're a natural. Can't wait to see more. I hope all is well!

[@ModernRemade]

Ay man! I appreciate it! Didn’t know you had a channel either - really good stuff!

[@tracker335]

That looks awesome.

[@handymanhoney-do6881]

Painting tip--unless rolling in a very tight space, always extend the handle on the roller. A simple 3’ wood handle will double your speed and give you a smoother finish. Painting a full wall using only the roller is choppy, slow and eventually beats up your hands & wrist. A+ on the remodel. You really invested time in places where it matters.

[@diywife]

Hahaha that project creep is a real thing, and probably how most projects get started... "if I'm doing this, I might as well go ahead and do this..." lol! I'm a little embarrassed to say your "dirty" garage looks clean compared to our mess, but this is super inspiring! Great video quality/editing too!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! 🤗 It really is a good/bad situation. Good because it forces me to learn but at the same time I often bite off more than I can chew 😅 Honestly, the “before” was after about 12+ hours of cleaning. It was baaaad before-before haha.

[@jimzimmer4027]

You did an amazing job! You certainly can be proud of your efforts! My garage needs your kind of help!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Jim much appreciated!

[@TypeSC2]

Immediately purchased those lights from your link! Just installed half of them today and it blew me away! Thanks for that man! Somehow I never saw these and they have stellar reviews!

[@ModernRemade]

I appreciate you using my link! Aren’t they amazing?! Haha, I couldn’t believe the difference they made. Really happy to hear they helped you out 👍🏻

[@flamingoliz]

Well done video, your hard work paid off. It's a great space.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Elizabeth! Glad you liked it! 😀

[@chadtitan4159]

Thank you for the early reveal. Because of that I definitely will watch the rest of the video.

[@ModernRemade]

No problem! I’m not a big fan of the common KZbin “hooks” either 😄. I appreciate it!

[@dkcaroline]

I need more videos! Great voiceover /Music Mix, great camerawork and editing, keep making videos please

[@ModernRemade]

Very kind of you 🙌 Next one only a week or two away 😃

[@mooseammo]

Nicely made video and a great renovation project, you Sir have a new subscriber.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks a ton George! I won't let you down! 😃

[@Snuffvieh]

definitely one of those videos where you start at „ugh 15 minutes?! I’ll just skip trough it“ and end at „HOW THE HELL DID I JUST WATCH THE ENTIRE THING?“ haha! great job on the reno and the vid 👌🏻

[@ModernRemade]

Haha thanks so much! I was really surprised how much I had to speed up and cut out and still be 15 minutes 😩. I also found out getting the whole thing cut down under 1 minute for instagram was impossible 😂

[@RobWhittlestone]

Nice titling blending into the video content! Nice space after the renovation! Very professional feel to the video editing. All the best, Rob in Switzerland.

[@ModernRemade]

Hey thanks Rob! I appreciate that

[@HoftsWoodshop]

@3:38 ☠️☠️ 😂😂 this made me laugh cause I’ve been there so many times with just enough material and cut it short

[@ModernRemade]

Haha it's the worst! My look of sheer defeat was very genuine 😂

[@user-qw3zt9vl4n]

like the cord around the post idea. 👍👍

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! Also one of my favorite parts 😁

[@jdsim9173]

Looks really nice, way to go.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks a ton!

[@keisenb]

I seriously cannot believe you only have 889 subscribers. Glad I found you this early. It's going to be fun watching your channel grow! Best of luck to you :)

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Kyle! Really appreciate the kind words my friend!

[@number5592]

great video, definitely giving me ideas for my garage

[@ModernRemade]

Great to hear thank you!

[@stephengrant8505]

Great job …. Lots of insight 👍

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Stephen!

[@samueladams584]

I don't have a garage but I do have work to do around the house. It is often hard to find motivation to do repairs and improvements, but watching this video helped

[@ModernRemade]

I love that thanks for sharing! I can say what I’ve found to helps me personally is the practice of “chunking” where I break a task into smaller parts so it doesn’t feel so overwhelming. So instead of thinking “I have this entire project/video to do this weekend”, instead I will just say “I’ll work on this for 30 minutes whether I want to or not”. Once I’m in it, I tend to get in the flow and work much longer. Anyway I hope that helps and thanks for watching!

[@Maximilian5268]

My first video of yours. I've subscribed. I felt the issues that popped up on a personal level, lol. Nice transformation!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! I appreciate the sub! Oh man, I am definitely in the learning phase so those moments are more common than I'd like to admit 😅

[@Maximilian5268]

@@ModernRemade We've all been there. If you need advice or anything I'd be happy to offer it. You've taken a step I've wanted to do for years, start a youtube channel, so I commend you there.

[@suzanneblack6873]

Nice work!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Suzanne!! ✌️

[@adamdiblasi268]

Really enjoyed this! Easy sub! Not sure if there are others out there like me who would never do this but still enjoy watching!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you Adam!! I'm a KZbin-aholic so I can totally relate! 😄

[@PowerToolsForBeginners]

great video! turned out great!

[@ModernRemade]

I really appreciate that!

[@bringbackwindowsphone]

Bruh the level of quality and humor/entertainment is insane. Subscribed!

[@ModernRemade]

Really appreciate that!

[@ryannorvall2779]

Awesome video keep up the great work

[@ModernRemade]

I appreciate it Ryan 🤙🏻

[@Zachariah_Haske]

Just had our offer accepted on a house and I’m excited to get the garage set up for projects! This video was a great watch in the meantime! Keep it up!

[@ModernRemade]

Oh heck yeah, congrats! 🤙 Thanks for watching!

[@bigbawls81]

Outstanding job both with the makeover and the video editing. Put me down as a subscriber.

[@ModernRemade]

Much appreciated, so glad you liked it. Thank you for the sub!

[@KiloBravo69]

Next project, Paint the floor with garage floor epoxy paint. You wont believe the difference, it really gives the garage a clean finished look! best of luck.

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! Definitely keeping that in mind 👍

[@tdj7161]

👍nicely done !

[@SkylineExplodes]

Great video! Hope to see more content in the near future.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks a lot!

[@flowupdesign]

this was awesome can't wait to see more videos!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you!! I'm hoping to ramp it up soon :)

[@Pearl3Drummer]

Great job!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you!

[@HooliganGarage]

Thank you for doing this I. 27 and I'm living in my parent house they bought and I very unhappy about the garage and this will definitely give cool and helpful ideas 💡 I love your results

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks for that! It was super rewarding and I highly recommend giving it a go!

[@MiksAlex]

Awesome-quality video !

[@ModernRemade]

Thank ya thank ya! 😄

[@MikeFyxdt]

What a great video! I’m at the beginning stages of a garage rehab, and I like your methods. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Mike! You got a new sub - I want to see how your garage turns out! 😃

[@MikeFyxdt]

@@ModernRemade Excellent! I have my first video of the rehab completed, and I am almost done with the second. I’m holding off on posting the series until I have a few shows done, so I can post with more regularity than I have in the past. Quality, not quantity? Right? I think I know your answer… :-)

[@ModernRemade]

@@MikeFyxdt Haha yep you've got me figured out 😄 I think that's the way to go! 👍

[@dannybaker2763]

Nice job. Great vid.👍🏻

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@ericjdommer]

Some entertaining approaches to things. Glad you didn't get hurt. Now subscribed. Cheers.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks for watching!

[@bmxbang73]

Keep them project videos coming! Fantastically done!

[@ModernRemade]

bmxbang 7 Thank you my good man much appreciated! 😁

[@RonaldCiubuc]

Amazing work!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! 🙏

[@troublemarked]

Awesome job mate, thinking I need to redo my garage 🤔 🤔 🤔 🤔 Also loved the mistakes shown and your sense of humor toward it! good laughs

[@ModernRemade]

Appreciate the feedback! For your garage - you got this! One of my favorite renos to date for sure; so worth it.

[@coryloveland4667]

You could put some sort of protective sheeting under the cabinet and store your shop vac under there. Those are handy to keep close.

[@ModernRemade]

Not a bad plan my friend, thanks for the suggestion! I am certainly tired of tripping over the hoses 😄

[@dipeshpatel7060]

Great job

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you kindly!

[@Dnemet4]

I watched this video while on a random KZbin binge and I would not have thought in a million years that this was someone first video on a KZbin channel. So freakin good!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks so much man that means a lot! I felt like a put a ton of time into learning so I’m glad you think it shows 😃

[@RebelAlliance42]

Yeah, I was surprised to see it was the only one for that reason too

[@danielleallen9587]

"Questions choices" is inevitable in any project. Love this video!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks so much Danielle!

[@walkingwormfood9628]

Looks fantastic 👌

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks a ton!

[@nicksims2827]

Nice video! There are tons of these channels on KZbin, but not many that say “I did this, but I messed up” That’s very inspiring to a (very) amateur DIYer!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Nick I appreciate the feedback!

[@dannyostrovsky1636]

Awesome. Like the colour scheme.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Daniel! :)

[@Turn140]

I see you're a man of culture and use ryobi as well. Screw the haters! They have the most bang for your buck. Love the one+ line

[@tacticalretreat8594]

trying to close on our 1st and forever home...it has a 2 door garage with an office/mancave area that will eventually have a full bath...but 1st I got to paint and add spray foam insulation... thanks for the pole idea but will try to do 2 colors weaved together

[@ModernRemade]

Hey congrats! The pole was one of my favorite aspects of the reno, it looks really cool 🤙🏻 if you post yours online please shoot it my way I’d love to see it!

[@karlpopewoodcraft]

Cracking Job mate.

[@ModernRemade]

Many thanks!

[@northrupjr5]

Nice video my man, let's see what else ya got! Johnny Builds is pretty rad, too.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks man! Ya know, I actually _just_ subscribed to Johnny after seeing his castle joint bed video. Great stuff!

[@ryannebeker8210]

where's the update?!? I went to look for more videos and I only see this one. you did a great job and I wanted to check out more from you

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Ryan! Since it picked up in the past few weeks I’ve kicked it into gear for the next one. I am 90% done so it should be out this weekend 🤞🏻So glad you liked it!

[@richardburns9772]

I like the cord wrap idea on the metal posts 👍

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Richard! One of my favorite parts as well!

[@teddougherty6963]

Nice video man! Great work!

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Ted!!

More videos! You are great!

[@ModernRemade]

Haha thanks! You are great! Next video is in the home stretch 😊

[@dougsholes3072]

I like the “face frames” for your work bench.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Doug! My original plan was to paint the whole thing, but when it dawned on me how quickly it’ll get beat up I changed my mind. I think I prefer this way anyway!

[@shannonphillips3869]

Looks good

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Shannon! 😃

[@ColinIrwin114]

Maybe a mini fridge would be a good addition to the empty spot in the middle of the work bench. Also, what soldering iron is that? Looks like it distributed solder out of the end making it very easy to do.

[@ModernRemade]

Good suggestion! I may have to do that. It’s a super cheap standard solder I’ve had for years. I just pre-soldered the cables to make it a little easier on me because I’m terrible 😅

[@brotherbo43]

Great job 👍

[@ModernRemade]

Glad you liked it!

[@annalp7520]

This was a great video to watch, well done! Make more and the subscribers will come!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank Anna I appreciate it! 😄

[@Lou-bg1xc]

Nice outcome, and yes, I enjoyed the sense of humor.

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks for the feedback Lou!

[@cheppere]

A double video... Love it! You know we're junkie multitaskers!

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you!! RIGHT? If multitasking was illegal I'd be serving life 😂

[@chaseeriksen4107]

Should add some edge banding /trim to the front edge of the work surface. If it's all chewed up, you can cut a clean edge on it with your skill saw and just use a bunch of wood glue or construction adhesive. Would really polish the look.

[@ModernRemade]

Great callout! I agree, the top is a total eyesore. I never thought about cleaning the edge up with a saw 👏

[@linnsoltwedel]

Love it! :D Hope you make more videos! :D

[@ModernRemade]

Thanks Linn, so glad you loved it! 😃

[@HondaFit4Adventure]

The Barinna lights are awesome. I just wish they made a corner connection piece.

[@ModernRemade]

I'm with ya there!

[@ABrazHouse]

Looks great! I have been on my own garage quest for a couple of years and finally started a channel! Subscribed!

[@ModernRemade]

Hey thanks! Your garage looks awesome!

[@ABrazHouse]

@@ModernRemade Thanks! Means alot coming from you! Did you find having an Instagram page helpful with growing your subscribers?

[@ModernRemade]

@@ABrazHouse Unfortunately not, my Instagram game is pretty weak 😅 Looks like only about 15 views came from there. Just about everything else came from KZbin browse features 🤙

[@kobayashimaru8114]

LOL the "questions choices" moment got me. I do that all the time when I start to undertake a job I hate doing.

[@ModernRemade]

Haha! every.single.time.

[@johndoeee888]

Beautiful 😍

[@ModernRemade]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@BigFrankieC]

Instead of wooden runners to protect the shelves, when we built shelves in my buddy's garage, we used a DIY bedliner kit to cover the shelves. It's a decent finish, it is super easy to clean, and wears extremely well.

[@ModernRemade]

That's super cool! I wouldn't have ever thought of that. I'll definitely be looking into that for future projects. Thanks for the tips!