I recently spotted a little gem in the garage - a little space in between the garage doors. It was perfect for building a modular system of small French cleat box shelves. I made them all using scrap wood. I even had extra scrap wood to make a battery charging station in another narrow gap on the wall. You can read all the details about my latest storage adventure on my blog:
http://www.justmeasuringup.com/blog/using-commonly-lost-garage-spaces-for-storage
I'm on high alert for more areas like this that get overlooked easily, and am just waiting for more inspiration to strike!
Estimated Cost
$0 for me as I used all scrap wood, but you're not as lucky, under $20 in lumber
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
none used, but a nice stain or paint could add some more visual appeal
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner