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Step 1
Transform those cinder block walls. Begin by framing out your garage's wall space. In order to take advantage of the off-the-floor storage opportunities, you'll need to measure and build wooden frames for refinishing.
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Step 2
Insulate and install the drywall. Add insulation between the vertical wooden frames for energy efficiency. Screw the drywall boards into the wooden frames that you've already installed.
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Step 3
Rid the drywall of seams. To achieve a smooth surface, tape the seams of each adjoining piece of drywall. Over every piece of tape, apply spackle with a trowel, leaving each joint as smooth as possible.
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Step 4
Sand over all the rough spots. After allowing the spackle to dry thoroughly, lightly sand over any places that aren't smooth. Wipe off any dust with a cloth.
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Step 5
Prime and paint. Since this is a new surface, you'll need to prime your new walls as drywall tends to absorb a lot of paint. You'll save money by applying primer first because you'll need fewer coats of the paint you choose for your new walls.
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Step 6
Convert your flooring. Choosing a new flooring material for your garage remodel will depend on what purpose you finished the space for. You can repaint the existing concrete for a storage room, add a laminate for a game room or padding and carpeting for a new family room.
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Step 7
Enjoy your extra square footage. The possibilities for your garage remodel are vast and will add value to your home. You can move the laundry to the garage, thereby saving you steps into the basement; you can have the library of your dreams with new shelving units and a few comfy chairs and couches or you can have fun with a family-friendly all purpose room.
