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Cabinets For the Garage

The 5 Best Cabinet Systems for the Garage

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Garage cabinets are a necessity to store items like cleaning supplies, oils and small tools. Here are some great options from least to most expensive.

1. Utility Storage Wall Cabinet

Garage Wall CabinetPhoto / Amazon

This basic cabinet will look right at home in your garage and can be mounted on a wall to store tools, cleaning supplies and garage odds and ends.

Item Dimensions:

  • Weight: 14 Pounds
  • Length: 18 inches
  • Width:30 inches
  • Height: 17 inches
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2. Drawer Storage Cabinet

See-Through Drawer Storage CabinetPhoto / Amazon

This is the perfect cabinet can be mounted on a wall or stored on top of a work bench or cabinet. See-through drawers mean you can easily retrieve stored items.

Item Dimensions:

  • 30-drawer storage cabinet great for hobby supplies, workshop hardware, and more
  • Wide gray frame with supports for extra strength
  • Medium-sized see-through drawers with no-spill tab stops and easy-pull ribbed handles
  • Easily mounts to wall or stands on bench or counter top
  • Measures 14-7/8 inches wide by 6-3/8 inches deep by 9-1/2 inches high
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3. Gladiator GarageWorks Wall GearBox

Gladiator GarageWorks Wall GearBoxPhoto / Amazon

Gladiator GarageWorks Wall GearBox comes in either the 24" or 30" size. Gladiator is a brand that gets high marks from professional organizers for it's durability and functionality.

The set includes:

  • 2 shelves
  • 2 mounting brackets
  • 4 carriage bolts
  • 4 hex nuts
  • 4 washers
  • 1 key

This is a great option for those with a large budget.

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4. Closetmaid Gage Cabinet

Closetmaid Garage CabinetPhoto / Closetmaid

A great option if you're looking for a tall, free-standing cabinet. The Closetmaid also locks making it ideal for storing cleaning supplies and household chemicals.

 

  • Wood cabinet for garage storage
  • Shelf helps provide organized storage
  • 73-1/4 in. high x 32 in. wide x 18-3/4 in. deep cabinet provides ample storage
  • 2 doors have a black finish for a sleek appearance
  • Decorative metal handles offer a finished look
  • Door lock helps keep contents secure
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5. Gladiator Cadet Roller Cabinet

Gladiator Cadet Roller CabinetPhoto / Gladiator

This rolling cabinet is ultra flexible because it doesn't have to permanently 'live' anywhere, and can be rolled close to whatever project you may be working on.

  • 2 doors
  • Fully lockable with 2-point locking bar and key-coded cylinder lock for added security
  • Includes 2 adjustable steel shelves that can be adjusted in two-in. increments
  • Weight capacity of 50 lb.
  • Steel pegboard side panels allow for hanging storage which is ideal for electrical cords, trouble lights, levels and more
  • Durable MDF work surface
  • 4in. swivel casters, 2 with toe locks
  • All steel construction with treadplate doors
  • Gloss black and silver treadplate baked epoxy paint finish resists solvents and moisture
  • Dimensions: 26 1/2in.W x 16in.D x 34 1/2in.H
  • Fully assembled
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