When you re lacking in floor space there s only one place to go.
Diy attic storage.
Metal wall mounted shelves can hold everything you need and you ll use the space that is considered dead because it s difficult to give it a function.
Diy attic storage assistance.
Try these tricks and diy projects to add more smart storage to your unfinished attic.
Hire a pro to install spray foam insulation.
You definitely do not want to step through your ceiling and adding the flooring may be all the storage area you need.
If you re considering turning your attic into conditioned storage or living space it s worth changing tactics to insulate between the rafters and wall joists instead of the floor.
This type of attic flooring will provide storage space.
You want to get rid of old boxes or heavy items and put them in your attic.
Lower the top of the platform frame even with the mounting rails to check that the platform hangs centered between the mounting rails.
Nail wire shelves to the wall of your attic then place labeled bins on top.
It is really easy to lay down sheets of plywood between the rafters.
Get the tutorial at a bowl full of lemons.
If the spacing between the brackets and the mounting rails isn t equal push the lift housing to make the spacing the same on both sides.
Here is an example for just a small space between rafters.
So it s cleaning season.
Boxes up into the cramped quarters but this genius diy makes heavy lifting so much easier.
If you re familiar with basic carpentry and framing techniques installing decking for attic storage is a diy friendly project.
Create a stable floor.
You can use rigid foam panels or do as tom silva does with nearly all houses these days.