5 Must-Have Garage Essentials

A garage is an essential space for DIY, parking and storage. However, all these uses are compromised when space is limited. In this guide, we’ve found our 5 must-have garage essentials for an organised, versatile work area while still maintaining ample floor space.

1. Workbenches & Storage 🔨

Regardless of garage size, a garage workbench features a variety of under-bench storage including cupboards and cabinets. These are ideal for use in garages, warehouses, workshops and more for heavy-duty projects. Our best-selling TUFF workbenches offer a compact solution incorporating lockable storage and a solid surface worktop to withstand vigerous use.

TUFF heavy duty workbench - double storage

TUFF workbenches help to optimise your garage space in a variety of ways. They offer large surfaces for work ranging from 1400mm – 2000mm, and many different storage configurations, such as:

6 Drawers (2 x 3 drawer units)*
2 Cupboards (2 x 1 cupboard units)*
A combination of both *

*Lockable

They include 5-year warranty, with a load capacity of 500kg and an easy-to-clean light grey power coating finished in light grey.

2. Hazardous Substance Cupboards ☢️

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health is referred to as CoSHH regulations. This is the law to abide by when storing hazardous substances used every day. These are things such as antifreeze, paint and weedkillers and pesticides. TUFF cupboards conform to these regulations, which is an important factor when choosing which cupboard is right for you. In addition, TUFF cupboards include:

Adjustable shelving
Fully-welded sump holding up to 14 litres
Secure locking and a protective finish

These cupboards are visible and easy to open/close in all sorts of crowded workplace environments that is essential in all garages. The no-snag handle helps ensure closure in busy spaces, and the Germ Guard active paint provides a further layer of protection against the spread of bacteria. These cupboards also conform to EN 13501-1 fire regulations, meaning combustion is restricted and and the spread of flames are limited, making you safer in the workplace.

3. Organise your workspace 🪜

Large boxes full of tins and scattered garden utensils can take up massive percentages of space in garages, and buried boxes can be very hard to access. The best workaround is by installing structured shelving in your garage.

Heavy-duty shelves should offer:

Varying levels
High weight capacity
Modular expansion

The TUFF garage shelving bundles offer all of these factors, alongside corner units to utilise the workspace. The three shelving bays offer four layers of storage that hold up to 360kg UDL (Size dependent – W900mm-W620mm holds 250kg, W900mm holds 360kg) and are adjustable by 4cm to allow more room for larger items. For extra confidence in your high quality shelving, our bundles feature a 1 Year Warranty as standard.

4. Secure Tool Cabinets ⚒️

Every garage has tools. No matter if it’s screwdrivers, spanners, power tools or specialist equipment, drawers make sure your tools are where you need them. Euroslide cabinets ensure you always know where your tools are, and that they are always on hand when you need them. The made-to-order units are delivered in 15 working days with a 1 year warranty.

The anti-tilt feature prevents more than one drawer opening at a time, and each 900mm can hold up to 100kg. With lockable cabinets beneath these cupboards offer storage and organisation that can suit any kind of workspace, making these a garage essential.

5. On-the-go Security Boxes 🔒

The ToolSafe Security Box is the perfect solution for both transporting and storing tools. Sealed with strong gas struts, these boxes are incredibly secure and incredibly safe. ToolSafe offer a standard toolbox, forklift, and castor option to suit all means of transport.

The internally fixed hinge eliminates risk of unauthorised access, and the ability to fit other containers inside ensures that your tools stay organised while being transported. These made in the UK boxes are perfect if tools need to be left in vehicles unattended due to the emphasis on security and protection.

Contact our specialist team

Our specialists offer free site surveys to help establish your requirements and optimise your space. Our experts work to get you the best deal on large projects and price-match competitors across the range.

Check out one of our previous projects! These bespoke industrial storage units are fitted with bespoke K Bins for small parts storage for practical use in a warehouse space.

Our team can help with:

Full installation services
Bulk-buy savings
Bespoke colours, sizes, accessories etc
CAD images before purchase
Worktops and finishes to suit your workspace