Reclaim Your Garage: Transform the Most Overlooked Room in Your Home
There are 11 million garages in the UK — and more than half of them are no longer used for parking cars.
According to a recent RAC Home Insurance study, around 5.7 million UK garages are now too full of clutter to be used for their original purpose. That’s over half of the UK's estimated 11 million residential garages.
And it's not just single garages either — property platform Zoopla estimates that 1.5 million of these are double garages, offering generous space that too often goes underused or overwhelmed by disorganisation.
So what’s really going on inside Britain’s garages?
From Car Storage to Overflow Room
Originally intended as a secure space to house vehicles, garages have seen their purpose evolve. With modern cars becoming larger, more weather-resistant and often left on driveways for convenience, many homeowners have repurposed their garages — some more successfully than others.
The RAC report highlights that:
- 68% of drivers who don’t use their garage for their car blame too much other stuff stored inside.
- 90% store DIY tools and materials
- 74% store gardening tools and furniture
- 55% keep bikes and scooters
- 36% store welly boots and shoes
- 24% keep camping equipment
In short, garages have become the UK’s unofficial dumping ground. But what if that space could be something more?
Time to Reclaim Your Garage
At GaragePride, we believe your garage should work for you. Whether it’s your workshop, your gear hub, your creative den, or just a clean, organised extension of your home — your garage has potential.
That’s why we offer premium garage storage solutions and a complimentary 3D garage design service to help you visualise your ideal setup before you commit to anything.
Here’s how we can help you reclaim your garage:
Smart Garage Storage Solutions for Real-Life Needs
EvoLine Metal Storage Cabinets
Perfect for storing DIY tools and materials — the most commonly stored items in UK garages. EvoLine cabinets are high-quality, lockable, and modular so you can design the layout that works for your needs.
EvoPanel Wall Storage System
Wall-mounted and ultra-versatile, EvoPanel is ideal for:
- Gardening tools like spades, forks, trimmers and strimmers (used by 74% of UK garage owners)
- Bikes and scooters (used by 55% of garage owners)
Plus, sports gear, ladders, and even camping equipment
EvoPanel helps you take items off the floor and get them neatly within reach.
EvoTile Garage Flooring
Why leave your floor as bare, dusty concrete? EvoTile interlocking floor tiles are easy to install, look fantastic, and add durability, insulation, and comfort underfoot.
EvoLight LED Garage Lighting
A well-lit garage makes every task easier and more enjoyable. Our EvoLight range transforms dark, dingy garages into welcoming, usable spaces.
But Should You Put Your Car Back in the Garage?
Not necessarily. Unless you own a classic car or something in need of protection, we believe your garage should reflect your lifestyle and your passions.
Whether it’s cycling, gardening, fitness, DIY, camping, or just having a clean, efficient workshop, a well-organised garage gives you a head start.
Transform Your Garage, Transform Your Life
Cluttered garages aren’t just an eyesore — they’re a missed opportunity.
If your garage is packed with “stuff” you never use (like nearly 6 million others in the UK), now’s the time to declutter, donate, recycle or sell what you don’t need. And then — invest in a space that supports your hobbies, your goals, and your daily life.
At GaragePride, we believe in helping customers make the most of their garage, with thoughtful design, high-quality products, and custom solutions tailored to your space.
Visit our showroom in Guildford (by appointment)
Get a complimentary 3D garage design
Explore EvoLine, EvoPanel, EvoTile, and EvoLight
Ready to reclaim your garage?
Get in touch today and turn your garage into something to be proud of.
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