What does a cluttered garage and tools everywhere equal to? Wasted time, we would say.
Quality cabinets can turn chaos in your garage into order. At the same time, you can protect your tools, free up valuable floor space, and stop overcrowding your garage.
In this post, we’ll show you the best garage storage cabinets and ideas behind them, compare the features, and show you what to look for when choosing a cabinet for your garage, so keep on reading!
What to Look For in the Best Garage Storage Cabinets
While many choose cabinets that fit their garage style or personal preference, there’s much more to selecting a quality cabinet for your garage.
We recommend paying attention to the following key factors:
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Material and build quality
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Configuration (versatility)
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Weight capacity
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Mechanism
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Dimensions
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Mobility
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Warranty/brand
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Extras and additional features
Material can tell you a lot about the cabinets. Check out the material type, thickness, welds, and even if it has protection against corrosion. These things will tell you a lot about the durability and build quality, as storage cabinets are an investment. We recommend going for heavy-gauge steel or durable composite.
When it comes to configuration, it’s time that you think of the layout and how the cabinets will fit your garage. The best garage storage cabinets will allow you to combine tall lockers, base cabinets, and wall-mounted units. We highly recommend looking for modular systems that not only allow you to pick and choose what fits in your garage, but also help you scale as you require more storage cabinets.
Tools can be heavy, and even the smallest bits add to the weight, so it’s important to check the weight capacity and how much the drawer can hold, for example. Keep in mind that heavier tools will require reinforced shelving.
By mechanism, we refer to the door and drawer mechanisms, which can tell you a lot about the quality of the cabinets. Look for quality and sturdy hinges and ball-bearing slides, as this will ensure smooth rolling with no resistance even after years of use. Lockable doors are always an extra for added security.
Even before checking out cabinets, you should measure your space (if you haven’t yet). This will help you ensure the chosen cabinets don’t block pathways or access to other areas of your garage.
Mobility might not be needed for everyone, but at least one or two cabinets should come with a rolling platform that helps you have your most used tools near you, whatever it is you’re working on. A trip to the cabinet every time you require another tool can definitely add up and cost you a lot of time in the long run.
Quality cabinets will come with a solid warranty and even replacement parts in case something goes wrong. They’re not only important but are also a good indicator of quality.
From extras, we highly recommend looking out for integrated worktops, lighting, and drawer lines, as these can make daily use much more convenient.
Best Garage Storage Cabinets
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Proslat FusionPlus 13ft Set
If you want to make your garage sleek and attractive, buy one set that has everything you would need, and you won’t have to worry about the individual storage cabinets. Proslat FusionPlus makes a great choice.
FusionPlus is a 13-foot-long set of garage storage cabinets that’s made in North America and is packed with quality features and options.
The set is built to improve functionality, modularity, and longevity, compared to its competitors. Needless to say, they’re built to last while upgrading your garage and taking it to another level, both aesthetically and work-wise.
A lifetime warranty says a lot about the product itself, and needless to say, you’ll be backed up for life by becoming a Proslat member.
Every cabinet of this set is built using 18-gauge American steel, and it’s treated with zirconium steel treatment, which helps eliminate rust.
It’s also coated with corrosion-resistant powder coat finish, and all work surfaces are built from heavy-duty steel. All modules are fully locking in with each other for better setup, and they look and feel as if it’s a one-piece setup; you only need to measure your space and confirm you have 13ft to accommodate this set.
The moment you touch the drawers, you’ll notice that the experience is enhanced with quality Fulterer slides. Commercial continuous hinges make sure all doors remain brand new, no matter how many times you open them in a day.
Feet are adjustable, so even if your garage floor isn’t level, you can easily adjust the feet to ensure the cabinets are level.
While this is an investment, you will get:
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Tall cabinet (with 3 shelves each)
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2 wall-mounted cabinets (with 1 shelf each)
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5-drawer base
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2-door base (includes 1 shelf)
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2 overhead cabinets
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Black powder-coated worksurface
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Standard color handles and doors
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Hardware and instructions
Keep in mind, you can select the color and configuration depending on your preference.
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Duramax 3-Piece Storage Combo Set
When you are limited by space in your garage or have existing cabinets and need a bit more space, the Duramex 3-piece storage combo set provides a lot for the price tag.
This 3-piece cabinet set provides an industrial-inspired design, and it features well-built storage for all your belongings, tools, and even seasonal items. The manufacturing of this set consisted of metal and wood, and also featured heavy-duty metal shelves that can meet almost all storage needs.
The steel frame is powder-coated for better longevity, while the acacia solid wood top and drawer fronts are treated to ensure they last as long as the steel frame. We like how wood gives a soft feeling and eliminates “all-metal” types of garage storage setups, while ensuring it’s suitable for heavy-duty use.
Heavy-duty casters add flexibility to this set and allow for easier maneuverability and flexibility.
With the cabinets, you’ll also receive the assembly documents and diagram/technical drawing. On top of that, if you end up purchasing Duramax cabinets from Garage Tools Storage, you can get a free design consultation to ensure this set fits your garage perfectly.
Note: Pricing and availability change daily, so feel free to give us a call if you’re interested.
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Exclusive Craft Line Limited Combo
If you’re lacking space or aren’t interested in sets that take up too much space, this might be a great option for you.
Exclusive Craft Line Limited Combo includes a tool chest and cabinet, which is an inexpensive option to add more storage space to your garage without taking up too much of the garage space.
What we like most about this model is that it comes with 12 drawers that can accommodate all types of tools and accessories. This combo is made of stainless steel construction, so you won’t have to worry about the weight capacity much.
The construction is powder-coated for extra durability and a nicer finish that can withstand scratches and regular use. The inside drawers provide plenty of space, and there’s even an option to lock all drawer compartments for extra security.
What’s great about this limited combo is that it comes in a modular design, and you get to choose if you’d like to keep them together or separate them by placing them in different spots in your garage.
The bottom chestbox comes with a strong base, coaster wheels, and a brake so you can easily maneuver it and then secure it in place that fits you the best. Drawers feature aluminum pulls, and if you purchase the combo on Garage Tools Storage, you’ll get complimentary protective liners.
Considering the price, you also get great deals when purchasing these cabinets and tool chests as a combo.
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Beta Tools C28 Rolling Tool Chest
There’s nothing worse than having to walk all the way to your tool chest to pick up a tool in the middle of a job, right?
If you feel like that’s what you’re doing way too often, this tool chest might be a good fit for you.
With the Beta Tool family being around since 1393, the first thing you’ll notice is the attention to detail and refinements that continue improving every Beta Tool cabinet.
This cabinet here is all about quality and attention to detail, and it’s definitely going to be a standout piece in your garage.
With this cabinet, you’ll get five side drawers, 4 of them being 70 mm high and the remaining drawer being 210 mm high. This is more than enough space to fit all sorts of tools. All drawers are at the front, so you can easily pull this cabinet right beside you while you’re working, have it face your way, and have all your tools right in front of you.
For easier maneuverability, the cabinet comes equipped with four high-capacity castors. We’ve also been hearing from customers how they love the smooth action of the ball bearing slides of the drawers, so Beta Tools really combines all high-performance features you can expect from a high-end chest.
Also worth mentioning is that there are 3 colors: orange, black, and red, so it’ll fit most garage aesthetics.
If you decide to purchase Beta Tools through Garage Tools Storage, you’ll also receive a Beta Tools pouch and belt.
Tips to Choose the Best Garage Cabinet System for Your Garage
Now that you know what to look for in the best garage cabinet system, and you’ve seen some of the best options we highly recommend, here are a few tips that will help you integrate these quality cabinets into your garage.
One of the important things is to match cabinet depth to walkways and garage width. This will ensure you have enough space to do other things in your garage and that your garage doesn’t feel too crowded all of a sudden. Cabinets are there to help out and not make your garage feel even more crowded at the cost of better organization.
We highly recommend mixing things up and using base cabinets, tall lockers, and even wall modules to customize your storage, visually make the cabinets fit your garage, and ensure you love the way your garage functions with all the additional storage.
Modular systems are also a great choice if you plan on expanding in the future. You can start with only a few modules and get more whenever you need more storage. If you’re not a big fan of modular cabinets, your best bet is to go with a set, such as the Proslat FusionPlus set. This set will give you everything you need, as long as you have enough space to accommodate it in your garage.
Whichever cabinet you get, whether it comes as a set or as a modular piece, make sure to install it properly by anchoring it and leveling it. Make sure to always secure it to wall studs.
It’s a great idea to pay attention to the climate so you can protect your new cabinets against moisture or rust, even though all the cabinets we listed here come with necessary coatings and protection.
If you have had your garage for a long time and this isn’t your first upgrade, you know how important it is to carefully balance the budget and only splurge on things you really need, while slightly cutting back on things where you can.
Lastly, the final thing you can do when you choose your best garage cabinets is to ensure proper maintenance. Regularly cleaning, lubricating hinges, and checking fasteners will ensure longevity.
P.S. If you need more help in choosing the best garage tool, check out our big guide on everything your garage needs, including tool storage and cabinets.
Conclusion
No best garage cabinet will fit everyone’s garage. It all comes down to your needs, your garage, the type of work you do, and how much storage capacity you require.
On top of that, there are additional things to consider, such as modularity or sets, and even aesthetics.
Therefore, we highly recommend choosing a cabinet that fits your needs by combining durability and configuration.
Once you choose a cabinet that fits your needs, you’ll enjoy shifting from cluster to capable storage that’ll settle your garage for years to come.
What’s your favorite cabinet storage system for a garage? Are you a fan of modular cabinets or sets? What do you consider to be the best garage storage cabinets?
We’d love to hear from you, so let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
