Cleaning up after a project or just maintenance cleaning is often the part of a job most people hate the most. We all want to open up the garage and see a clean, shiny floor, everything in its rightful place and not a spec of dirt or sawdust anywhere. Obviously, that’s fantasyland for most. While it’s not the most fun, keeping a clean workspace and garage overall is important; not only for looks but also safety. Here are some of the most important tools to have in your cleaning arsenal.
Concrete has a long history of use in garages, driveways, sidewalks, and even homes. Unfortunately, it also has some notoriety for holding onto stains no matter how much scrubbing you do. The best concrete cleaner will help remove motor oil, grease, transmission fluid, and other unsightly messes with minimal work, leaving your concrete looking almost … Read more
Known as the best solution for when your gorilla (or just about anything else) breaks, Gorilla Glue is one of the strongest types of super glue currently on the market. Unfortunately, this also means spills can leave you in a sticky situation. Fear not, we’re here to tell you how to get Gorilla glue off … Read more
You’ve probably owned a shop vacuum at some point, own one now, or heard plenty of recommendations to buy one, but few people know how to use a shop vacuum to its fullest potential. A shop vacuum (or wet/dry vacuum) is commonly referred to as a “Shop Vac” which is actually one brand of shop … Read more
Sometimes accidents happen even with the best of pets. A little vinegar is often enough to clean the carpet, but your garage can be a lot tougher. The following tips can help you remove pet urine out of concrete so your basement or garage won’t suffer from that little “oops” moment. Getting Started Unlike carpets … Read more
Concrete floors may be slowly gaining popularity in homes, but they’ve been a staple for both garages and outdoor use for a long time. Over time, these surfaces need maintenance, and you can’t go wrong with as good sealer. Each of the following products are potentially the best concrete sealer for their type. Our 5 … Read more
An oil spill in your driveway or garage is unsightly, messy, and can even be dangerous. It may happen when you’re changing your vehicle’s oil, or if it leaks oil or maybe you accidentally knocked over an oil canister. No matter HOW the spill occurs, promptly cleaning it up will help reduce the possibility of … Read more
Keeping your tools free of rust can be a chore, especially in humid zones. No matter where you live or how much hard use you put your tools through, there is a rust removal solution. Your options for removing rust from tools range from using harsh chemicals and lots of elbow grease to biodegradable rust … Read more
You should never confuse an air mover (sometimes referred to as a utility fan) with an ordinary fan. Air movers provide a constant, targeted blast of air, and offer a much higher output than an ordinary fan, yet are much smaller than industrial-sized fans that move comparable amounts of air. Because of their compact size, … Read more
We all know the feeling. You’ve had those old cans of paint or cans of stale gas lying on the shelves in your garage for years with the constant attention of getting rid of them at some point. Of course, now that you’ve finally decided to get around to cleaning the garage out, you realize … Read more
A shop vacuum is a must-have piece of equipment for every garage. The amount of “stuff” that can be cleaned up with it is incredible. Shop vacuum uses range from sucking up potting soil, sawdust, spider webs, paint chips, and water to blowing away leaves to filling up inflatable pools. When a water pipe in … Read more
