In the current financial climate, many homeowners are on the lookout for additional living space without the upheaval and financial pressure of moving to a larger property. For that reason, many are looking to make the most of the unused space they already have available.
Research carried out last year by the RAC estimated that around half of the 10.6 million garages in the Britain are no longer being used for the storage of vehicles. Instead, they are being filled with a range of items including:
- 77% of people said they dump items in the garage which are too big to accommodate in the house.
- 76% of people use their garage for somewhere to store DIY tools.
- 67% of people use it for somewhere to store decorating equipment.
- 64% of people use it as a store for gardening equipment.
But if we are not using our garage for the purpose they were intended, surely there is a better use for them than hiding away the paint pots, lawn mower or tool kit? Even without having to remove your garage door, there are a number of exciting things you can do to transform your garage into a more functional space. Here are just three great examples:
- Man or Mum Cave: Let's face it, after a long day at the office we all like to have a corner of the house we can get away to for 5 minutes peace and quiet. By transforming your garage space into a 'cave' you can create a sanctuary away from the children and design it with a variety of mod cons.
- Photography Studio: If you fancy yourself as a photographer, your garage is the perfect space for creating your own studio. Working from home has always been incredibly popular and this space could equally be transformed into a music studio, graphic design studio or workshop.
- Home Gym:Tired of paying excessive fees to go to the gym? If you already have a large amount of training equipment and nowhere to use it, why not transform this unused space into a home gym – no excuses for no working out now!
Opting For an Insulated Sectional Garage Doors
However you plan to use your space, you want to ensure that your garage is going to be secure and well insulated. Our range of sectional garage doors, manufactured by Garador, features some of the most popular products on the market for this type of project. Each panel in these doors are 42mm thick and is constructed from pressed metal and foam. They therefore offer excellent heat retention properties. With a choice of styles and colour finishes for you to choose from, we can help you find a door that will blend seamlessly with the rest of your property.
If you are looking to make better use of the space in your garage and would like advice on the most suitable type of door, it pays to get in touch with us. You can call us on 01603 787069 or pop in and see us at our showroom on Sweet Briar Industrial Estate in Norwich.
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