How To Customize Residential Metal Garage For Maximum Efficiency

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How To Customize Residential Metal Garage For
Maximum Efficiency
Buying a parking space has a lot of perks. You
can use it as a car shelter, workshop space to
try out your hidden DIY talent or create storage
cum home office space to work remotely. But,
there are a few strategies to keep in mind when
choosing a metal residential garage and trying
to customize it. We will begin with the
basic structural customization and then move to
internal space personalization to boost the
efficiency of your garage. We will discuss each
in detail, from what height to choose for garage
lighting.
Designing Residential Garages Steel Building To
Improve Efficiency
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• Width Opt for a side entry garage that allows
  you to park cars individually
• without moving another one. The only downside is
  that you will need a wider driveway.
• Height A taller garage will give you extra space
  to install an overhead rack or create a loft
  area for an entertainment space, home office, or
  art studio.
• Depending on location, a residential steel
  garagecan be up to 20 ft. in height.
• Door Size If you frequently access only one car,
  choose individual doors for each other. You can
  go for double wide. Add an extra walk-in door
  facing your home to access storage or workspace.
• Windows To add the influx of outdoor light, add
  windows parallel to each other at a height
  usually 3 ft. from the floor and 1½ inches from
  the ceiling. Windows will also let fresh
  airflow inside the garage.
• Color Wondering how to make your garage look
  better? Just add a dash of paint to it. You can
  choose low-maintenance colors like shades of
  neutrals that hide dust dirt and dont need
  frequent re-painting, contributing to the
  elegance efficiency of metal structure. We have
  15 unique color options for you, so check them
  out.

Customization Tips For Residential Metal Garage
Buildings
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1 Enhanced Lighting
Proper lighting is essential for better
visibility and safety. You dont want to
tumble over tools or items lying on the floor.
There are two kinds of lights you can mix and
match to get efficient and proper lighting
throughout the day. Natural Light Windows are a
common source of natural light. When designing
residential metal garage buildings, place
windows strategically to maximize natural light.
Including a natural light source is one of the
ideal additions when creating your ideal
garage workshop. Popular sources to bring natural
light are skylights, ridge vents, light
interior color it reflects most light, and
solar tubes. LEDs Daylight saves energy bills,
but it is not effective after dawn. To work or
access your garage after sunset, you will need
an artificial source of light. Energy-star-rated
appliances and lights are best, as they last long
and consume less power. 2 Insulator
Vents Insulation For Walls Doors Insulation is
a must for any residential steel garage to reduce
energy bills and ensure the HAVC system works
effectively. It also reduces the chances of
condensation, moisture, and humidity build-up.
Currently, we offer affordable insulators like
single bubble and double bubble to keep you
comfortable. If you prefer a higher
R-value insulator, we have woven R-17 that will
provide better thermal insulation and
temperature control.
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Ventilation For Air Circulation Whether choosing
a single-car garage or a car metal garage, adding
vents ensures proper fresh air intake and
removes foul, moist, warm air. It helps remove
pollutants, VOCs, and other compounds to improve
indoor air quality. A quick metal garage
ventilation guide includes types of vents
natural mechanical, proper placement yes,
it matters!, and maintenance yearly. 3
Climate Control Heating Cooling
Solutions Installing insulation helps you
regulate heating and cooling inside the garage.
Add a heating system for winters forced air
heater, convection heater, portable heater and
cooling solutions for summers portable air
conditioner, evaporative cooler, window mounted
A/C unit to make the space usable all year
round. Dehumidifiers A dehumidifier helps
prevent mold and mildew and protects tools and
vehicles, as excess moisture can cause rust and
corrosion. It also improves air quality, making
the garage a comfortable place to work and
reducing the sticky and clammy feeling. 4
Install Functional Features Workbenches Tool
Racks Have a dedicated work area for
workshop-related activities to avoid cluttering.
You can place an organizer close to this area
for easy access to tools equipment.
Car Repair Lifts
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• If you like DIY working repairing your
  vehicles, opt for extra height when designing
• your metal residential garage. You can easily
  lift your car, clean/ replace tires, and lift,
  which makes maintenance easier.
• 5 Declutter With Organizers
• There are many organization tools you can install
  in your garage to keep items organized. You can
  either hang, store in clear bins, use labels, or
  choose closed cabinet space for storage. Some
  tips tricks to organize a two car garage
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• Hooks
• Floating Shelves
• Pegboards
• Slatwall Panels
• Cabinetry

• Tip Add personal touches like murals, signage,
  and finishing touches like polished
• floors to create a versatile place for DIY and
  other household activities.
• 6 Assign Zone For Different Types Of Items
• A residential garages steel building with
  multi-functional space must have designated
  areas for specific activities. Divide your
  two-car garage into zones like
• Workspace
• Parking
• Storage

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• Entertainment Area
• Refreshment Station

This will make workflow easy, help declutter
space, and create room for easy maneuver. 7
Integrate Smart Technologies Security
Features Every homeowner has concerns about
vandalism. With smart IoT devices, one can
integrate smart technologies to keep vehicles and
belongings safe. Some common metal garage
security techs are motion detection, video
monitoring, remote garage access, smart door
openers, alarms, and alert sirens. Automatic
Lighting Motion sensor lights can deter potential
intruders by illuminating areas when any
movement is detected. They are also convenient,
as you dont have to look for switches when your
hands are full. Installing LED motion sensor
lights reduces power consumption and lights up
only when needed. 8 Storage Solutions Hidden
Compartments You will need space to sit work or
rest for a while. Why not double this furniture
as hidden storage compartments to keep items
that you use less often? If you have a small
space, try storage hacks for one car garage, such
as using a sidewall, bins instead of cabinets,
and behind-the-walk-in door space. If you have
windows, use a sill area to keep potted plants,
books, or small stuff.
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Overhead Storage Choose a taller garage for car
repair work. You can install sturdy overhead
racks to store seasonal recreational gear or
holiday décor items. However, before installing
an overhead rack, consult with your metal
building dealer to check if the roof can bear
the load or if your warranties will remain
intact. Boost Home Value With Residential
Garages Steel Building Schedule a regular
inspection and annual cleaning regime for
long-lasting metal garages. Metal garages
usually dont require high upkeep. A
well-maintained garage on your property can give
you an ROI of up to 80. And most new homeowners
search for parking space or dwelling units when
hunting for a house. Maximize Efficiency With
Viking Metal Garages Customization Solutions
From adding insulation that keeps you warm and
toasty to selecting colors for aesthetic appeal,
metal garages come with a number of custom
features inside out. By implementing these
simple custom tips, you can create a residential
metal parking spacea functional and efficient
area for all your needs! So, what are you
waiting for? Get your metal garage today, call us
at (704)-741-1587, and customize your parking
shed your way.