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Luxury Garage Design Ideas That Go Beyond Basic Storage

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:38:05 GMT

Luxury Garage Design Help That Goes Beyond Storage

A garage is one of the hardest-working spaces in a home. It may need to accommodate vehicles, lawn equipment, tools, sports gear, seasonal decorations, cleaning products, and household overflow—all within the same room.

When those items are stored through a disconnected collection of shelves, plastic totes, and hooks, the garage can quickly become difficult to navigate. A luxury garage design takes a more thoughtful approach.

Luxury does not mean creating a garage that is too pristine to use. It means designing a durable, organized space in which every feature serves a purpose.

Innovative Spaces helps you accomplish that through professional layout planning, high-quality garage cabinets, adaptable wall storage, specialized accessories, and experienced installation. Rather than adding isolated storage products, the team creates a complete garage system based on your space and routine. We’ve taken our experience across all project types to bring you design help for your luxury garage.

Begin With a Garage Layout Plan

The best garage transformations begin with planning—not products.

Before choosing cabinets or wall accessories, you should determine how the garage needs to function. That includes identifying parking requirements, walking paths, door access, work areas, and the belongings that need to be stored.

Frequently used items should be easy to reach. Seasonal decorations, luggage, and infrequently used equipment can be placed higher or farther from the primary traffic areas. We evaluate the entire garage before recommending a layout. Our designers account for vehicles, doors, windows, utilities, stairs, and other physical constraints that can affect storage placement.

This prevents common problems such as cabinets interfering with car doors, equipment blocking an entryway, or frequently used items being stored in inconvenient locations.

Create Zones for Different Activities

Dividing the garage into purposeful zones makes it easier to organize and maintain. A garage may include separate areas for:

Lawn and garden equipment
Automotive supplies
Sports gear
Tools and household repairs
Recycling and cleaning products
Seasonal storage
Hobbies or DIY projects

We can determine which zones need enclosed cabinetry, which items are better suited for wall storage, and where specialty accessories will improve access.

For example, sports equipment may belong near the garage entrance so children can retrieve and return it easily. Gardening tools may work best near an exterior door, while automotive products can be stored closer to the parking area. This experienced planning helps the garage support real household routines instead of simply appearing organized on installation day.

Use Custom Garage Cabinets to Control Clutter

Cabinetry is often the foundation of a luxury garage design.

Open shelving can hold a large number of items, but it leaves everything visible. Even neatly arranged containers can make the garage feel visually busy. Closed cabinets conceal mismatched products, tools, and household supplies while creating a cleaner built-in appearance.

Tall garage cabinets can accommodate brooms, rakes, sports gear, automotive supplies, and oversized items. Base cabinets can add storage beneath a work surface, while wall-mounted cabinets make use of vertical space without occupying the floor.

Drawers can organize smaller items such as batteries, tape, hand tools, fasteners, gloves, and cleaning accessories. Lockable storage may also help protect sharp tools, chemicals, or products that should remain away from children.

If we work together, we’ll select cabinet configurations based on what they actually need to store. The team considers item dimensions, weight, accessibility, safety, and future needs rather than applying the same cabinet arrangement to every garage.

High-quality finishes, durable materials, and clean lines also help the cabinetry feel like a permanent part of the room.

Add Slatwall Organization for Frequently Used Items

Not every garage item should be hidden behind a cabinet door.

Bikes, golf bags, garden tools, helmets, extension cords, and sports equipment are often easier to manage when they remain visible and accessible. A slatwall organization system uses the garage’s vertical surfaces to store these belongings while keeping the floor clear.

Hooks, racks, shelves, and baskets can be rearranged as the household’s needs change. This makes slatwall more adaptable than permanently installed individual hooks.

Innovative Spaces can plan a slatwall system around specific categories rather than covering walls without a clear strategy. A sports zone may use baskets and specialty hooks, while a lawn-care area may need longer hooks for rakes, shovels, or trimmers.

The goal is to display the items that benefit from quick access while using cabinets to conceal visual clutter. Combining open and closed storage creates a more practical and polished garage.

Design a Workbench or Hobby Zone

Garages can be a place for home repairs, woodworking, gardening, vehicle care, or other projects. A dedicated workbench provides a stable surface and prevents tools from spreading throughout the garage. Base cabinets and drawers can hold supplies below the counter, while slatwall or upper cabinets keep frequently used equipment nearby.

The right configuration depends on the activity. A DIY enthusiast may need extensive tool storage and a durable work surface. A gardener may prioritize drawers for hand tools and cabinets for pots, soil, and gloves. Someone who works on vehicles may require storage for automotive products, cleaning supplies, and equipment.

The design of these areas should be around you rather than relying on a generic workbench package. The team can coordinate cabinetry, wall storage, countertop space, and task lighting into a zone that is comfortable and efficient.

Choose High-Performance, Customizable Garage Flooring

Flooring is a defining element of a luxury garage. A high-performance garage floor creates a polished foundation for the entire design while standing up to the demands of vehicles, equipment, projects, and daily foot traffic.

Durable floor coatings can help protect concrete from stains, abrasions, moisture, and everyday wear. Their seamless, easy-to-clean surface also prevents dirt and spills from settling into bare, porous concrete, making the garage easier to maintain.

Garage flooring can also be customized to complement the surrounding cabinetry, slatwall, and work areas. You can select from a range of colors, decorative chip blends, textures, and finishes to create anything from a clean, understated look to a more distinctive showroom-inspired design. Slip-resistant textures may also be incorporated to improve traction in areas exposed to rain or snow.

High-performance flooring is one of our areas of expertise. We coordinate your flooring with the complete garage design so every element feels intentional. When attractive finishes are combined with dependable performance and professional installation, the floor becomes more than a practical surface—it helps the garage feel like a finished extension of the home.

Improve Lighting and Visibility

Garage lighting is frequently overlooked, but it affects safety, organization, and usability.

A single overhead fixture may leave cabinets, corners, and work areas poorly lit. Better general lighting can make parking, cleaning, and finding stored items easier. Task lighting near a workbench can improve visibility for detailed projects.

Lighting also changes how the garage feels. A brighter room appears cleaner and allows cabinet finishes, organization systems, and flooring to stand out.

Innovative Spaces can consider lighting needs during the design process so work zones and storage areas are not positioned in unnecessarily dark sections of the garage. While electrical installation may involve an appropriate trade professional, planning the storage system and lighting together produces a more cohesive result.

Make the Garage Feel Connected to the Home

Many families enter the home through the garage more often than through the front door. That means the garage influences the daily experience of arriving home.

Coordinated cabinetry, intentional storage zones, clear walkways, strong lighting, and finished surfaces can make that arrival feel calmer and more welcoming.

A luxury garage should still be able to handle wet shoes, vehicles, lawn tools, and sports equipment. The goal is not to remove its practical purpose. It is to create order and durability while giving the room the same level of consideration as other areas of the home.

Innovative Spaces brings experience, quality, and innovation to the entire garage design. Its team develops a unified plan, helps you select the right storage features, and installs the system professionally so the finished space feels intentional rather than pieced together.

Need a little more inspiration? Find our gallery of projects featuring some of our best ideas.

Start Your Luxury Garage Transformation

The best luxury garage ideas go beyond adding shelves. They begin with a thoughtful layout and combine custom cabinets, adaptable slatwall, specialized storage, work zones, and better visibility.

Innovative Spaces can design a garage around the vehicles, belongings, hobbies, and routines of the household. With quality products and professional installation, the garage can become cleaner, easier to use, and more connected to the rest of the home. Get started with a free estimate on your garage project by contacting us. We’re already working in your area– see recent projects to be inspired.

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Custom Closets vs. DIY and Modular Systems: What Is the Difference?

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:15:53 GMT

Not every closet described as “custom” is truly custom because it's not designed specifically for you.

Some systems allow you to choose from standard components, adjust shelf positions, or select from several finishes. Those options provide flexibility, but they are different from having a closet measured, planned, and professionally installed around a particular room, wardrobe, or routine.

Innovative Spaces creates personalized closets using experienced design, quality materials, innovative organization features, and professional installation. Instead of asking you to adapt your belongings to a predetermined system, our team designs the system around you and your lifestyle needs.

Understanding the differences among custom, modular, and DIY closet systems can help you choose the right solution for their space and budget.

What’s Considered a DIY Closet System?

A DIY closet system is typically purchased online or from a home improvement retailer and is assembled by you. It may include standard shelves, rods, brackets, drawers, or wire components.

The tradeoff is that you become responsible for the entire process. That includes measuring, choosing compatible parts, planning the layout, locating studs, cutting components, leveling the system, building or sacrificing customizations, and correcting problems.

Small planning mistakes can affect the final result. A shelf may not accommodate boots. Hanging rods may be placed at inconvenient heights. Standard tower widths can leave gaps or underused areas.

What Is a Modular Closet System?

A modular closet uses standardized cabinets, drawers, shelves, and rods that can be arranged in different combinations.

It may provide more flexibility than a basic DIY kit, but the design must still work within predetermined component sizes. That can create limitations in rooms with sloped ceilings, unusual corners, uneven walls, windows, doors, outlets, high ceilings, or limited depth. Modular systems also hinder your ability to have space for more than basic items.

The key distinction is whether the room must adapt to the system or the system is designed to adapt to the room.

What Makes a Closet Truly Custom?

A truly custom closet is planned around the exact space and the persons who will use it.

The design process considers room dimensions, ceiling height, wall conditions, clothing quantities, hanging lengths, shoe collections, folded storage, accessories, preferred visibility, daily habits, and style preferences.

A homeowner with many dresses may need more long-hanging space. Someone with a professional wardrobe may benefit from double-hanging sections. A shoe collector may prioritize adjustable display shelves, while another homeowner may need more drawers or concealed storage.

Instead of giving every closet the same combination of rods and shelves, Innovative Spaces allocates space according to what you actually own and need from your living space.

Innovative Spaces’ Custom Closets vs. Other Custom Closets

Innovative Spaces begins by learning what currently works and what causes frustration. We want your space to improve your daily quality of life which is why we offer:

Free in-home estimates
Tailored design process
Expansive product selection
Expert craftsmanship
Professional installation

Custom Design Uses Space More Effectively

DIY and modular systems may leave gaps above cabinetry, unused corners, or empty areas where standard components do not align with the room.

Innovative Spaces can make better use of available space through floor-to-ceiling storage, double-hanging sections, dedicated long-hang areas, adjustable shelves, corner solutions, varied cabinet depths, and upper storage for seasonal items.

This level of planning is especially valuable in smaller walk-in and reach-in closets. When space is limited, the location of every rod, shelf, and drawer matters.

Experienced design can increase usable capacity without making the closet feel overcrowded.

Material Quality Influences Long-Term Performance

DIY and modular systems are available in a wide range of quality levels. Some are sturdy and attractive, while others prioritize low cost and lightweight construction.

It can be difficult to judge durability from an online photograph. Shelves may bow under heavier items, drawer hardware may not operate smoothly, and exposed connectors may prevent the closet from achieving a finished appearance.

Innovative Spaces helps you select materials based on strength, finish durability, maintenance, hardware performance, appearance, and expected use. A custom closet’s value comes from combining quality components with knowledgeable design and professional installation. Even strong materials will not perform their best when they are poorly specified or installed.

Professional Installation Changes the Result

Walls and floors are rarely perfectly straight. A successful closet installation often requires adjustments for uneven surfaces, trim, corners, and other real-world conditions.

Professional installers know how to level cabinetry, maintain consistent spacing, anchor components securely, adjust drawers and doors, and create clean transitions.

With a DIY system, you must manage those details while also interpreting instructions and troubleshooting unexpected problems.

We provide a coordinated process from design through installation. Because our designers and installers work from the same plan, you receive a more predictable experience and a polished final result.

Custom Storage Supports Real Habits

A standard closet provides places to put belongings. A custom closet considers how you actually use them.

A valet rod can support outfit planning. A pull-out hamper can improve laundry routines. Jewelry drawers can protect small accessories. Adjustable shoe shelves can accommodate a changing collection. Belt, tie, or scarf racks can keep frequently used items accessible.

Innovative Spaces recommends these features based on individual behavior rather than adding accessories simply because they are available. An overdesigned custom closet can feel just as ineffective as an underdesigned closet.

Custom Closets Can Match Your Home

DIY systems may be appropriate in a secondary bedroom or temporary space. If you’re seeking a more integrated appearance, you may want the closet to extend from an adjacent bedroom, bathroom, or dressing area.

A professionally designed closet can include coordinated finishes, cabinet-style doors, decorative hardware, full-height panels, furniture-inspired drawer fronts, or glass-front cabinets.

With Innovative Spaces, you have the option to make decisions as part of one complete home design. The result feels like a thoughtful, permanent part of the home rather than a collection of separate storage areas.

Flexibility Does Not Have to Mean Modular

Modular systems are often promoted for their ability to be rearranged. That can be useful for renters or short-term storage needs.

Custom closets are defined by flexibility. This flexibility first comes from freedom in the design. From there, long-term flexibility like adjustable shelving or multi-purpose storage can be built into the design to ensure long-lasting satisfaction.

Which Closet System Is Right for You?

A DIY or modular system may be appropriate when the room is straightforward, the project is temporary, the budget is the primary concern, and only basic organization is needed.

A professionally designed custom closet may provide greater value when the room has unusual dimensions, every inch of storage matters, you want premium finishes, specialized accessories are important, or a built-in appearance and professional installation are priorities.

The right decision depends on expectations. A closet kit may improve basic organization, but it does not provide the same level of personalized planning, material guidance, design coordination, and professional execution.

Is a Custom Closet Worth the Investment?

A custom closet is worth considering when you want more than additional shelves.

The investment includes professional measurement, experienced space planning, a layout designed around real belongings, access to quality materials, specialized storage options, finish coordination, and professional installation.

We’re here to provide value throughout the process. Our designers help you make informed decisions, its products support long-term performance, and its installers complete the design with precision.

Choose a Closet Designed Around Your Life

The difference between a custom closet and a DIY or modular system is not simply the number of components. It is the level of personalization behind the finished room.

DIY and modular products can work for straightforward or temporary needs. A professionally designed closet offers a more individualized approach to layout, materials, accessories, appearance, and installation.

Innovative Spaces combines quality, experience, and innovation to create closets that reflect your room, wardrobe, routine, and style. Ready to get started on your custom closet project? Reach out to schedule a free estimate.

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How Garage Floor Coatings & Finishing Details Transform a Garage

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:51:17 GMT

A garage can have excellent cabinets and carefully planned storage but still feel unfinished when the floor is stained, cracked, or bare.

The concrete surface covers nearly the entire room, making it one of the most visible elements in the garage. Discoloration, cracks, tire marks, and years of wear can distract from every other improvement.

Our premium garage floor coatings create a cleaner, more polished foundation. When paired with coordinated cabinets, wall organization, and lighting, a high-performance floor helps the garage feel like a finished extension of your home.

Innovative Spaces provides premium concrete coating solutions as part of a complete approach to garage improvement. Our experienced team understands that lasting performance depends on proper preparation, quality materials, professional application, and attention to how the floor coordinates with the rest of the space.

See how new garage flooring can transform your home based on our nearly two decades of servicing Michiana:

Bare Concrete Can Make a Garage Feel Unfinished

Concrete is practical, but an untreated garage floor can create several frustrations.

We often see bare concrete floors that have absorbed spills, collected dust, and developed stains which make it difficult to keep them looking clean. Existing cracks or patches can also create an uneven appearance. Even after a garage is tidied, the room may continue to look dull or worn.

Because the floor occupies so much visual space, it strongly influences the impression of the entire garage.

A professionally installed coating creates a more uniform surface and gives the room a finished appearance from wall to wall. It can make cabinets feel more intentional, brighten the environment, and improve the overall sense of cleanliness.

We consider your garage floor as part of the larger garage design, and by definition, an extension of your home rather than an unrelated upgrade completed after everything else.

Garage Floor Coating vs. a Basic Cosmetic Fix

Homeowners often search for garage floor epoxy when they want an alternative to bare concrete. However, garage floor products and installation methods can vary significantly.

A basic DIY paint or coating may improve the floor’s appearance initially, but the finished result depends heavily on surface preparation, product quality, environmental conditions, and application.

Problems can occur when contaminants remain in the concrete or when the surface is not prepared to support adhesion. Tire traffic, temperature changes, moisture, tools, and everyday wear place additional demands on a garage floor.

Innovative Spaces uses a professional process designed to create a stronger, more reliable result than a simple cosmetic application. Its team can evaluate the existing concrete, prepare the surface, and install a premium coating system suited to the demands of an active garage.

Our professional expertise is especially valuable because many installation problems are not caused by the visible top layer. They begin with inadequate preparation beneath it.

Professional Surface Preparation Matters

A garage floor coating is only as dependable as the surface to which it is applied.

Before installation, the concrete should be assessed for its condition, previous coatings, stains, cracks, and other factors that may affect the result. Dirt, oil, residue, or weak surface material can interfere with adhesion.

Professional preparation creates a more suitable profile for the coating system and addresses visible imperfections before the finish is applied.

Innovative Spaces brings experience to this critical stage. Instead of approaching every floor as though it were identical, we evaluate each garage’s conditions and prepare the surface accordingly.

This level of care supports both appearance and long-term performance.

A Coated Floor Is Easier to Keep Looking Finished

Garages naturally encounter dirt, salt, water, grass, automotive residue, and debris. A bare concrete floor may hold discoloration and dust even with regular sweeping.

A professionally coated surface creates a more finished foundation that can simplify routine care. Dirt and spills remain more visible, making it easier to identify areas that need cleaning. The smoother, more uniform appearance can also help the garage continue to look organized between deeper cleanings.

The goal is not to create a maintenance-free surface. Garages still require care, and spills should be addressed appropriately. However, a premium coating can make the space feel more manageable than worn or porous concrete. Innovative Spaces can also help you select a finish that balances appearance with the practical demands of the garage.

Floor Color and Finish Affect the Whole Room

The floor does more than protect concrete. It influences how the cabinets, walls, vehicles, and lighting look together.

A lighter finish may help the garage feel brighter and more open. A darker or more varied surface may provide a different visual effect and help coordinate with cabinet finishes.

The most successful choice is not made in isolation. We consider the planned or installed garage cabinets, wall organization, room size, lighting, and your preferences when discussing coating options. Our whole-space perspective prevents the floor from competing with the other design elements.

The result should feel coordinated, durable, and appropriate for everyday use—not simply decorative. Find more information about concrete coatings about our quality finishes or schedule a free estimate .

Better Lighting Completes the Transformation

A finished floor can help improve the garage’s overall appearance, but lighting determines how clearly that transformation can be seen.

Dim overhead fixtures may leave portions of the floor, storage areas, and work zones in shadow. Stronger general lighting can make the garage feel more welcoming and improve visibility for parking, cleaning, and projects.

Task lighting near a workbench can support detailed activities, while thoughtfully placed fixtures can reduce dark areas around cabinets and walls.

Planning these elements together creates a more cohesive room than treating each as a separate improvement.

Coordinate the Floor With Cabinets and Wall Storage

A premium floor coating produces the greatest visual impact when it is part of a complete garage design.

Custom cabinets can conceal clutter. Slatwall can keep frequently used items off the floor. A finished concrete coating creates a consistent foundation beneath both.

When these features are coordinated, the garage becomes easier to maintain because items have designated locations and the floor remains clear. You can sweep and clean without constantly moving bins, tools, or equipment.

Our team can also share custom garage improvements like cabinets, tool storage, sporting equipment hangers, and wall organizers. We help plan storage and flooring in the right sequence, coordinate finishes, and create a result that looks intentional from top to bottom.

This avoids the piecemeal appearance that can occur when cabinets, hooks, paint, and flooring are selected independently over several years.

A Finished Floor Supports More Than Parking

Many garages now serve multiple purposes. They may include a home workshop, exercise area, gardening station, hobby space, or sports equipment zone in addition to parking.

A coated floor helps visually connect these areas and gives the entire room a more complete appearance. It can make a workbench zone feel like a deliberate part of the garage instead of an improvised corner.

If you regularly use the garage for projects or hobbies, your floor becomes part of the daily experience of the space.

Innovative Spaces can help create defined zones while maintaining one cohesive design across the garage. Learn more about our full services here .

Why Professional Installation Provides Greater Value

Floor coating projects may appear straightforward, but the lasting quality of the result depends on many details.

Professional installation provides value through:

Evaluation of the existing concrete
Appropriate surface preparation
Experience with coating products and application
More consistent coverage
Attention to edges and transitions
Coordination with other garage improvements
A finished appearance designed for long-term use

Innovative Spaces combines these installation strengths with broader garage design experience. You don’t have to treat the floor as a separate project disconnected from cabinetry and organization. Find details about our tried and true process here . Instead, the coating becomes part of a complete transformation guided by one experienced partner.

Create a Garage That Feels Finished

A luxury garage makeover is not complete when storage is improved but the floor remains stained and worn.

A premium concrete coating establishes a clean, durable visual foundation. Better lighting makes the room brighter, while coordinated cabinetry and wall storage keep belongings organized and the floor clear.

Innovative Spaces brings together quality coating systems, careful preparation, professional installation, and whole-garage design expertise. The result is a space that can handle vehicles, tools, sports gear, and daily activity while feeling polished and connected to the home.

Reach out to schedule your free in-home estimate today!

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Boutique Luxury Closet Features That Elevate Your Daily Routine

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:25:58 GMT

A luxury closet is not defined by square footage alone. It is defined by how thoughtfully the space supports the person using it.

Boutique-inspired closet design combines storage, display, lighting, finishes, and specialized organization to create a room that feels personal and polished. Shoes are visible instead of stacked on the floor. Jewelry stays protected. Handbags have dedicated shelves. Clothing is organized according to length, material, and use.

Creating a personal and luxurious experience takes more than adding decorative upgrades. Every feature must work with the dimensions of the room, your wardrobe, and your daily routine.

Innovative Spaces creates luxury closets through experienced space planning, quality materials, innovative storage options, and professional installation. Our designers help you determine which features will genuinely improve the space rather than overcrowding it with impractical solutions.

Here are our must-haves for a boutique closet that delivers on the promise of being more than beautiful:

Premium Finishes That Feel Like Built-In Furniture

Finishes establish the character of a custom closet. Our natural woodgrain finishes can add warmth, while matte surfaces, clean-lined panels, and streamlined hardware can create a more contemporary atmosphere.

Coordinated drawer fronts, finished edges, decorative hardware, and full-height panels help the system feel like permanent cabinetry rather than shelving installed inside a utility room. A contrasting finish can also make a closet island or display area a visual centerpiece.

The strongest luxury closets use these details consistently. Innovative Spaces helps you coordinate finishes with the adjoining bedroom, bathroom, or dressing area so the closet feels like a natural extension of the home.

Our designers also consider durability, maintenance, lighting conditions, and how different surfaces will work together. Luxury is not simply choosing the most decorative finish. It is selecting quality materials and using them within a cohesive design.

Integrated Lighting for Visibility and Atmosphere

Lighting influences both the appearance and usability of a closet. Even a beautiful space can be frustrating when it is difficult to distinguish between black and navy colors or see items stored at the back of the closet.

Integrated lighting can illuminate hanging sections, drawers, cabinets, shoe displays, and accessory areas. Under-shelf lighting can brighten folded clothing, while lighting inside glass-front cabinetry can highlight handbags or meaningful pieces.

Our proven plans incorporate lighting with cabinetry rather than treating it as an afterthought. This allows illuminated areas to align cleanly with shelves and panels and directs light to the places where it will be most useful.

Our experienced planning also prevents the room from becoming overlit. Not every shelf needs to be a showcase. The goal is to improve visibility, highlight selected features, and create a warm boutique atmosphere.

Shoe Walls Designed Around Your Collection

Standard shelves don’t accommodate every type of footwear equally well. Shelves may be too short for boots, too far apart for flats, or too deep to keep each pair visible.

A custom shoe wall can combine organization with display. Open shelves keep everyday shoes accessible. Angled shelves create a showroom-style presentation, while adjustable shelving allows the layout to change as the collection evolves.

Proper shoe storage is about more than displays. Having the proper space for footwear ensures protection for longevity, ease for selection, and consistency for organization.

Innovative Spaces designs shoe storage around your actual footwear. A collection of heels and boots requires different dimensions than a collection of sneakers or everyday shoes. The design team can adjust shelf heights, use the room’s vertical space, and incorporate lighting without making the display feel crowded.

This personalized approach keeps shoes off the floor and makes it easier to see and enjoy the entire collection for years and years.

Glass-Front Cabinetry and Curated Displays

Glass-front cabinetry can make selected belongings visible while offering more protection than open shelving. Glass encasements can work especially well for handbags, folded sweaters, shoes, and accessories.

Clear glass creates a crisp display, while frosted or tinted glass can soften the appearance and conceal some visual clutter. The key is using glass selectively.

A closet in which everything is visible can quickly feel busy. Innovative Spaces can balance glass-front cabinets with drawers, open shelves, hanging areas, and concealed storage. This creates a layered design in which favorite pieces are highlighted and everyday necessities remain organized but less prominent.

The result feels curated rather than crowded. When your closet feels curated, it's easier to maintain an organization system as the seasons change and as you acquire or let go of attire.

Closet Islands That Combine Storage and Function

A closet island can become the focal point of a large walk-in closet while adding drawers and countertop space.

Island drawers may store folded clothing, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, belts, scarves, or seasonal accessories. A glass-top display can keep jewelry visible but protected. The countertop can provide a convenient surface for folding clothing, packing, planning outfits, or organizing purchases.

However, an island only improves a closet when the room can comfortably support it. Poorly scaled islands can restrict walkways and make surrounding drawers difficult to open.

Innovative Spaces measures the room carefully and evaluates circulation before considering an island. We use our expertise to offer you a set of options best suited to your space and needs. When a traditional island would overwhelm the room, our designers may suggest a smaller cabinet, wall-based drawer storage, or another innovative configuration that preserves function.

Jewelry Drawers and Specialized Accessory Storage

Small accessories frequently create large organizational problems. Necklaces become tangled, earrings are separated, and belts or sunglasses disappear behind larger items.

Specialized organizers provide a designated place for each category. Divided jewelry drawers can separate delicate pieces, while lined trays add protection. Pull-out racks can organize belts, ties, and scarves. Custom inserts can hold watches, sunglasses, or other frequently used accessories.

We love working with homeowners to understand which pieces in their collection are most important or troublesome to them. Instead of adding generic organizers, the team identifies which accessories cause the most frustration to design storage that makes them easier to use or deserve a spotlight with a unique place. This attention to detail is one of the clearest distinctions between basic storage and a thoughtfully designed luxury closets with Innovative Spaces.

Display Shelving for Handbags and Statement Pieces

Handbags, hats, fragrances, folded sweaters, and special pieces can become part of the closet design when displayed intentionally.

Open cubbies keep handbags upright and accessible. Illuminated shelves can highlight favorite items, while glass-front cabinets provide additional protection.

Effective display storage requires restraint. Too much open shelving can make a closet harder to maintain. Innovative Spaces helps you determine what should remain visible and what should be stored in drawers or behind doors.

By combining display areas with concealed storage and floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, the team creates a balanced closet that feels elevated without demanding perfect styling every day.

Full-Height Storage That Uses the Entire Room

Luxury closets often feel more complete because they make thoughtful use of the room from floor to ceiling.

Upper cabinets can store seasonal clothing, luggage, extra bedding, or special-occasion items. Full-height panels create an architectural appearance, while frequently used belongings remain accessible below.

It's best to evaluate where vertical storage will increase capacity and where it could make the room feel enclosed. This is especially important in smaller walk-in closets, where proportions and circulation must be managed carefully.

Experienced design makes it possible to gain storage without sacrificing openness or comfort.

Choosing the Right Luxury Closet Features

Not every closet needs every premium upgrade. The best combination depends on the wardrobe, room size, lifestyle, and your priorities.

Consider which items are hardest to organize, what should be displayed or protected, whether the closet needs more light, and how much open versus enclosed storage feels comfortable.

Even when you’re ready for a closet of your dreams, all the decisions can feel overwhelming as you’re trying to get each detail right. Innovative Spaces guides you through these decisions. Our designers can identify the features that will make the greatest practical and visual impact while avoiding additions that consume valuable space without improving the routine.

Create a Closet Designed Around You

Boutique luxury does not come from adding every possible feature. It comes from combining quality materials, personalized organization, balanced displays, thoughtful lighting, and precise installation.

Innovative Spaces brings these elements together in a closet designed around your wardrobe, space, and style. Ready for your luxury closet? Reach out to schedule a free estimate.

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Polyurea & Polyaspartic Floor Coatings Explained

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:55:31 GMT

Polyurea + Polyaspartic Floor Coatings Explained

A bare garage floor collects road salt, muddy water, oil drips, scratches, and years of stains. When you look for a better surface, the terminology can complicate the decision. Epoxy, polyurea, and polyaspartic are often discussed as if they are interchangeable. They are not.

A professional coating system may use different materials for different jobs. In many systems, a polyurea floor coating creates the flexible foundation, while a polyaspartic floor coating protects the surface. Innovative Spaces installs Penntek solutions throughout Michiana, matching the system to the concrete, exposure, and use.

What Is a Polyurea Floor Coating?

Polyurea is a durable polymer coating designed to bond to properly prepared concrete. Its strength, flexibility, and rapid curing make it useful for garage floors exposed to vehicle traffic, abrasions, automotive fluids, and changing temperatures.

Flexibility matters in Michiana, where concrete expands and contracts as temperatures shift. A flexible coating can better tolerate that movement than a brittle surface. Still, not every polyurea coating performs the same. Product quality, moisture, preparation, system design, and installer skill all affect the finished floor.

What Is a Polyaspartic Floor Coating?

Polyaspartic is a related coating technology that is frequently used as a protective topcoat. It helps shield the decorative layer and the coating beneath it from abrasion, stains, and sunlight. Its UV stability is particularly valuable near garage doors and on patios, pool decks, or other concrete that receives direct sun, because some coating materials can discolor over time.

A polyaspartic floor coating also creates a seamless surface that is easier to clean than porous concrete. Traffic, moisture, sun exposure, surface condition, and desired finish should guide the exact mix of layers.

How Polyurea and Polyaspartic Coatings Work Together

You do not always need to choose polyurea or polyaspartic. The two can play complementary roles in one complete system. A typical professional chip system includes:

Mechanically prepared concrete, with damaged areas repaired as needed
A polyurea basecoat bonded to the prepared slab
A decorative vinyl chip or another selected finish
A protective polyaspartic topcoat

Think of the polyurea layer as the bonded foundation and the polyaspartic layer as the shield. The decorative layer adds color, texture, and dimension between them. Together, the layers create the floor's appearance, protection, and long-term performance. Because Penntek offers multiple product and finish options, Innovative Spaces can confirm the specific system recommended for your surface.

Polyurea and Polyaspartic vs. Traditional Epoxy

Epoxy is a broad category with varying quality. Not every polyurea system outperforms every epoxy product, but professional polyurea and polyaspartic systems offer practical advantages over many traditional, brittle epoxy coatings.

Flexibility

Polyurea generally has more flexibility than traditional epoxy. That characteristic can help a properly installed system tolerate seasonal temperature changes and normal concrete movement.

Cure and Installation Time

Polyurea cures quickly. Innovative Spaces offers efficient professional installation, and many qualifying floors can be completed in one day. Floors that need significant repairs, moisture evaluation, or additional preparation may require more time.

UV Stability

Some traditional epoxy products can yellow or discolor when exposed to sunlight. A UV-stable polyaspartic topcoat helps the finish retain its appearance, including at a garage entrance where sunlight reaches part of the floor every day.

Long-Term Durability

A well-designed system can resist impacts, abrasions, automotive fluids, stains, and vehicle traffic. Even a premium product can fail when installed over concrete that was not prepared correctly.

Why These Coatings Work Well for Michiana Garages

Michiana garages see a demanding mix of snow, road salt, rain, mud, grass clippings, oil, and gasoline. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles add another challenge. A professionally installed polyurea garage floor coating gives you a seamless, durable surface that is easier to clean when winter slush or summer project debris gets tracked inside.

Decorative chips and textured finishes can also improve traction. No coated floor is slip-proof, though, and any surface may become slippery when wet. The right texture should balance grip, appearance, and ease of cleaning.

A finished floor can also make the garage feel cleaner, brighter, and more intentional. Homeowners planning a complete garage transformation can coordinate the project with cabinets, slatwall, lighting, and storage for a workshop, home gym, hobby area, or everyday entrance.

Polyurea and Polyaspartic Coatings Beyond the Garage

The same technologies may be useful on patios, pool decks, basements, driveways, workshops, laundry rooms, and utility areas. A polyurea concrete coating can provide a durable bonded base, while a UV-stable topcoat may be important for an exposed patio or pool deck. A polyaspartic garage floor coating may prioritize vehicle traffic and stain resistance instead.

Not every slab or application calls for the same product. Sunlight, moisture, traffic, surface damage, and the desired appearance should guide the recommendation. A professional evaluation helps determine whether the concrete is suitable and which of Innovative Spaces' residential concrete coating options fits the project.

Why Concrete Preparation Matters as Much as the Coating

Applying a premium coating over inadequately prepared concrete can lead to poor adhesion and early failure. Professional preparation creates the surface profile the basecoat needs to form a strong bond.

The process begins by identifying cracks, damage, contaminants, or possible moisture concerns. Installers repair appropriate defects, mechanically grind the surface, and remove dust before applying the coating within the correct installation window. Unlike simply washing or painting a floor, grinding profiles the concrete so the system can bond to the slab.

This is one reason professional installation matters. The durability you see on top begins with work that is largely hidden underneath.

What You Can Expect from the Finished Floor

Penntek floor systems offer decorative chip blends, solid colors, textures, and finishes for different spaces and styles. Physical samples are useful because screen settings and surrounding light can change how a color appears.

Routine care is straightforward: sweep away grit and occasionally use an appropriate cleaner. The seamless coating keeps salt, oil, and dirt from settling into pores as they do with bare concrete. The floor is low maintenance, but not maintenance-free or indestructible.

Why Choose Innovative Spaces for a Penntek Floor?

Innovative Spaces has served Michiana since 2007 and has completed more than 3,400 projects. Its team manages consultation, concrete evaluation, preparation, installation, and finish selection, treating the floor as a complete system rather than a layer of paint.

Innovative Spaces can also connect the floor to custom cabinets, wall organization, and other enhancements based on how the household uses the garage. For ideas, explore completed concrete coating projects before choosing a finish.

Upgrade Your Concrete with a Professionally Installed Coating

Polyurea and polyaspartic do not have to compete for the same job. In a thoughtfully designed system, the polyurea floor coating provides a flexible, bonded foundation, while the polyaspartic floor coating helps protect the finish from wear, stains, and sunlight. The result can be a stronger, better-looking surface that stands up to Michiana weather and is easier to maintain.

The system is only as dependable as its preparation, products, and installation. Explore Innovative Spaces' premium concrete coatings , then request a free concrete coating estimate to find the right Penntek system for your surface.

Frequently Asked Questions

Custom Walk-In Closet Design Ideas for Michiana Homes

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:42:19 GMT

Walk-In Closet Design Considerations for Michiana Homes

A walk-in closet should do more than hold clothes. It should make mornings easier, keep favorite pieces visible, and give every item a logical home. In Michiana, where homes range from historic properties to newer builds, room dimensions and storage challenges can vary widely. A thoughtfully planned custom walk-in closet responds to the space you have and the way you actually live.

The best design is not always the largest or the most elaborate. It is the one that uses every wall intentionally, keeps the walkway comfortable, and supports your daily routine. These walk-in closet design ideas can help you decide which layouts, storage features, finishes, and accessories belong in your own space.

Before Brainstorming: Start With How You Actually Use Your Closet

Before choosing shelves or finishes, take inventory of what you own. Count long-hanging items such as dresses and coats, then compare that amount with shirts, jackets, skirts, folded pants, sweaters, shoes, handbags, jewelry, and seasonal pieces. A person with an extensive shoe collection needs a different plan than someone who prefers more drawer storage.

Think about the problems your current closet creates. Are corners difficult to reach? Do long garments bunch on lower shelves? Does laundry pile up next to the door? Are accessories scattered across the bedroom? If two people share the space, does one person’s wardrobe routinely overflow into the other’s area? Innovative Spaces begins with these real needs, then designs storage around your and your lifestyle instead of forcing a standard arrangement into the room.

Choose a Layout That Maximizes the Available Space

The shape and width of the room determine how many walls can support storage without crowding the walkway. Accurate measurements matter because even a useful feature can become inconvenient when doors, drawers, and hanging clothes compete for clearance.

Single-Wall Layout

A single-wall design works well in a narrow walk-in closet. Concentrating storage on one side preserves a clear path and can still provide double hanging, drawers, and shelving from floor to ceiling.

L-Shaped Layout

An L-shaped layout uses two connecting walls. It offers a practical balance of storage and open floor space, especially when one wall is better suited to hanging while the second holds shoes, folded clothing, or drawers.

U-Shaped Layout

A U-shaped plan uses three walls and is a strong choice for a larger primary closet. Different walls can become distinct zones for short hanging, long hanging, shoes, accessories, and folded clothing.

Closet Island Layout

When the room provides enough clearance, an island can add drawers, jewelry storage, a folding surface, and a visual centerpiece. The key is proportion. Our professional designers can determine whether an island improves the room or makes it feel cramped.

Combine Different Types of Closet Storage

Effective walk-in closet storage solutions use a mix of components. Double-hang rods create two levels for shirts, jackets, skirts, and folded pants. Full-length sections protect dresses, coats, and formalwear. Adjustable shelving can move as a wardrobe changes, while enclosed drawers may reduce the need for extra bedroom furniture.

Explore our custom closet systems at Innovative Spaces.

Upper shelves are useful for luggage, seasonal bins, and items that do not need to be reached every day. In awkward corners, properly sized shelves or specialty components can reclaim space that a basic shelf-and-rod arrangement would waste. The result is not simply more storage; it is storage that is easier to use.

Create Dedicated Storage for Shoes and Accessories

Shoes and accessories are easier to select—and more likely to stay organized—when they have dedicated homes. Adjustable shoe shelves can accommodate changing collections, while cubbies or a full shoe wall create a clear view of available options. Handbag shelves and glass-front cabinets can protect and display special pieces.

Smaller items benefit from equally specific solutions. Velvet-lined jewelry drawers, divided trays, pull-out racks for belts and scarves, pants racks, and built-in hampers keep belongings contained without hiding them in an unrelated drawer. These details turn custom closet organization into a smoother daily routine.

Use Lighting to Make the Closet More Functional

Good lighting improves visibility, helps with color matching, and makes the room feel more finished. Start with reliable overhead lighting, then consider integrated LED lighting for shelves, hanging areas, drawers, or glass-front cabinets. Layered light is especially valuable in closets with few or no windows.

Mirrors and lighter finishes can help reflect available light. If the plan includes new fixtures, outlets, or integrated lighting, address those needs early so the electrical work and built-in closet storage function together instead of competing after installation.

Select Finishes That Complement the Home

A walk-in closet is an extension of the bedroom, so its materials should feel connected to the rest of the home. Wood-grain laminates can add warmth, while neutral finishes create a clean backdrop for clothing. Contrasting hardware, glass inserts, and coordinated drawer fronts can shift the look from traditional to modern or quietly luxurious.

Appearance should be balanced with performance. Durable laminates, reinforced shelving, heavy-duty hardware, and soft-close drawers support everyday use and make the closet easier to maintain. Innovative Spaces helps you compare combinations in context, so the finished room looks intentional and remains practical.

Design for Michiana’s Changing Seasons

Michiana wardrobes often need to handle boots, coats, sweaters, summer clothing, and transitional layers. Create separate zones for bulky cold-weather items and lighter warm-weather pieces. Upper shelving can hold labeled seasonal bins, while adjustable components make it easier to rotate frequently used clothing into the most accessible positions.

This approach keeps the closet organized without making climate-related promises that storage alone cannot deliver. The goal is simple: make seasonal belongings easier to see, reach, and return to their proper place.

Add Personal Features That Simplify Your Routine

Useful upgrades should solve a recurring need. A full-length mirror supports dressing in one place. A bench offers a comfortable spot to put on shoes. A folding or packing surface keeps clothing off the floor. In a shared closet, clearly separated hanging, drawer, and shoe zones help each person maintain the system.

Other options include mirrored cabinet doors, a charging drawer, or a dedicated space for watches and personal devices. Start with the features you will use every week. A beautifully designed closet feels most luxurious when it removes friction from the routine.

Why Choose a Custom Walk-In Closet Instead of a Standard System?

A standard system typically asks you to adapt to predetermined sizes and components. A custom walk-in closet uses the room’s actual measurements and assigns storage according to the wardrobe. That allows hanging heights, shelf spacing, drawers, shoe storage, and corner solutions to work together rather than appear as disconnected additions.

Innovative Spaces combines tailored planning, premium materials, professional installation, and adjustable features. You can review a 3D rendering before installation, making it easier to understand the layout and refine details before the system is built.

The process begins with a free consultation and a transparent quote. Once the design is approved, Innovative Spaces reports that most closet installations are completed in one to two days, depending on the room’s size and level of customization. That coordinated approach delivers a finished system without turning you into the designer, material planner, and installer.

Start Designing Your Michiana Walk-In Closet

The right layout, storage mix, lighting, finishes, and accessories can transform a closet of almost any size. Begin by identifying the frustrations you want to solve, then gather inspiration that reflects your style. You can also explore custom closet designs and review Innovative Spaces’ closet organization solutions before your consultation.

A custom walk in closet should feel personal, efficient, and built for the way you live. Schedule a free consultation with Innovative Spaces to start planning a more organized space for your Michiana home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Benefits of Installing Pull-Out Storage in Your Kitchen

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:49:00 GMT

Benefits of Installing Pull-Out Storage in Your Kitchen

Organizing and arranging things in your kitchen can be a tedious task. An organized kitchen improves productivity and helps you work in your space freely without the distraction of having to find things. Fortunately, there are several things you can add to improve your organizing game in your kitchen. Pull-out storage can easily upgrade your storage system in the kitchen. Kitchen and garage renovations contractor Innovative Spaces, Inc shares the benefits of pull-out storage space in your kitchen.

Pull-Out Storage

The pull-out storage is a functional and efficient fixture. Pull-out storage can be a shelf in a style of cabinet that extends for easier surveying and retrieval. Think of an elaborate and spacious drawer. With pull-out storage, you have the freedom to personalize your shelves. You can decide on the height or width of the shelves, depending on the things you’re planning to store in them. Usually, pull-out storage in the kitchen is used as a small pantry for ingredients or snacks. It can also be used as storage for pans and pots.

The Advantages

Should you add pull-out storage to your kitchen? Without a doubt, installing a pull-out shelf is beneficial to you. The following are some of its advantages:

The pull-out storage can be utilized as an extra design for your kitchen. You have the freedom of customizing it to complement your kitchen’s aesthetic. Hire a trusted contractor to help you with your custom pull-out kitchen storage or custom garage cabinets .
It is an easy organizational system. Pull-out storage will help you organize your snacks and ingredients without the hassle of opening a lot of separate cabinets.
It saves space in your kitchen. The design of pull-out storage is an efficient way to store things without occupying space in your counter. It perfectly hides the things you put inside, this prevents clutter and helps you maintain your kitchen’s cleanliness.

Innovative Spaces, Inc offers professional services for your kitchen, as well as problems with your floor coatings . Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.

Product Spotlight: ORG Home Closet Organization Solutions

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:59 GMT

Product Spotlight: ORG Home Closet Organization Solutions

You’ve probably noticed that a given room instantly becomes lovelier and more comfortable when you get rid of clutter. No room overhauls or large, complicated upgrades–you just need to pick things up and put them in their place. But it’s when you have too many things that may become an issue. Can your closets actually take all of them while remaining functional and organized? If not, your premier garage remodeling expert, Innovative Spaces, Inc. may be able to help you.

We offer exceptional closet organization solutions from trusted industry name, ORG Home. With our top-tier options, we’ll help you keep everything in your closet neat and sorted out. Here are some of the features you can expect:

High-Quality Construction. ORG Home closet organizers are made of hefty industrial-grade, color-matched materials. Their ¾ inch thick construction, plus their exclusive Easy Track rail, makes them durable enough that an 8-foot closet system can hold up to 1,200 pounds if properly installed.
Full Customization. The ORG Home closet organizers offered by your trusted closet renovations expert, Innovative Spaces, Inc. are custom built to perfectly fit your style and needs. They can maximize your available close space with corner shelves, and allow you to accessorize with your choice of hanging rods, roll-out storage baskets, jewelry organizers, shoe racks and cubbies, and many more.
Lasting Space-Saving Solution. We can either hang your closet organizer on the wall using Easy Track rail, or mount them on the floor to give them the look of built-in cabinetry. You may also choose between three different drawer construction options. Each of them can deliver improved aesthetics and smart space-saving solutions, while also being built to last.

Call us Now!
Keeping a neater and more organized home is simpler when you turn to your trusted garage organization company, Innovative Spaces, Inc. We’ll match you with the closet organization solution that best suits your specific needs. Learn more of our ORG Home closet organizers by calling us at (574) 247-1999 or filling out this contact form to schedule your consultation. We serve Granger, IN and the nearby areas.

The Anatomy of a Well-Designed Laundry Room

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:58 GMT

The Anatomy of a Well-Designed Laundry Room

Step into the laundry room and the first thing most people would think of is ‘chore’. Laundry is not the most enjoyable task, but you can be more prepared and relaxed when taking on that basket of unwashed clothes by making a few choice adjustments to the space. The premier floor coatings company, Innovative Spaces, Inc. shares what a well-designed and organized laundry room looks like:

Equipment. Having the right dryer and washer can make your laundry routine easier. Choose them according to the size of your family and your needs. For instance, If you have a large family, or want to be able to wash large bed linens, pick an industrial-sized washer and dryer.
Storage Space. When your laundry room has smart storage options, you’ll be able to organize your laundry better. The top garage renovations company, Innovative Spaces, Inc. can help you with this. We are an ORG Home dealer, allowing you access to some of the best storage and organization solutions available today. We can equip your laundry room with rods and shelves for clothes awaiting a press or handwash, lined divided baskets for holding and sorting laundry, and cabinets for storing strong detergents so they’re out of children’s reach, among many others.
Work Station. This area should include an ironing board so you can quickly press and iron out any wrinkles from clothes just out of the dryer. Having a sink in this spot can be handy for removing persistent stains, and you definitely need to have a counter for folding clothes easily. A cabinet high up the wall can be stored with detergents, fabric conditioners and other laundry essentials.
Good Decor. You’ll be seeing your laundry room a lot, so take the time to add decorative touches that can give it a calmer and friendlier vibe. Choosing a gentle palette, like soft greens and blues, will also help enhance the look and feel of the space.

Set Up Your Consultation Today
Whether you need laundry room organizers or custom garage cabinets , Innovative Spaces, Inc. has got you covered. We’ll help you improve the function and efficiency of your laundry room with our smart organization solutions. Call us today at (574) 247-1999 or fill out this contact form to schedule your consultation. We proudly serve Granger, IN and the surrounding areas. We’d love to hear from you!

Common Mistakes When Repairing Concrete Floors

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:57 GMT

Common Mistakes When Repairing Concrete Floors

Repairing concrete floor damage can be challenging to homeowners. Some things could go wrong even with a professional’s help. Mistakes can delay your renovation project, wasting time and money. It would be best to learn more about repairing concrete floors to avoid committing mistakes. To help you efficiently repair your concrete flooring, garage remodeling contractor Innovative Spaces, Inc discusses common mistakes that can happen when repairing concrete floors.

Not Applying Protective Coating

One of the most common mistakes during a concrete floor repair project is forgetting to apply a protective coating. After properly repairing the damage, you have to make sure to apply an effective coat that prevents further damage. The purpose of coating the concrete after it dries is to protect it from water and aggressive solutions. However, these protective coatings are not suitable for uncured and deteriorated concrete.

Using Low-Quality Materials

It’s important to use high-quality materials and tools when repairing your concrete floors. Using the right tools helps you ensure excellent workmanship and speed up the project’s productivity. Professionals invest in high-performing tools to help them with their work’s efficiency. Whether you’re trying to DIY or you decide to leave it to the professionals, it’s important to make sure that the project is only equipped with the right tools and materials. This practice should be applied to every home and closet renovation .

Uneven Finish

An uneven finish is a more common problem in concrete floors. No concrete floor is completely perfect but the first step to an efficient floor repair is an even finish. Sloping can cause several issues that can develop into serious floor problems. To prevent this, professionals consistently use a lever bar or a self-leveling compound that fills in the low spots and makes the floor completely level.

For professional garage organization services, trust Innovative Spaces, Inc. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.

4 Signs Your Concrete Needs Repair

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:56 GMT

4 Signs Your Concrete Needs Repair

When you talk about popular building materials, you have to talk about concrete. Concrete is durable, but you need to make sure it stays in shape. If not, it will degrade over time and throw off any look you are going for.

Innovative Spaces, an expert in garage renovations , shares some signs that may indicate that you need professional concrete repair.

Cracks
One sign that your concrete may need repair work is the appearance of cracks. Cracks in concrete can be caused by the soil underneath expanding and contracting due to weather conditions. If your concrete is part of the foundation of a building, then it can cause structural issues if you don’t address the problem. Cracks can form if you have long periods of rain and heat. This combination causes your soil to expand and contract and the support for your concrete to weaken.
Uneven Surface
Your concrete needs a stable foundation. If the area under the surface can’t support your concrete, it can cause the surface to become uneven. To fix this problem, you will need a professional to add support to the concrete. If you let this problem go on for too long, it could eventually lead to a dangerous situation.
Standing Water
Under normal circumstances, the water should drain off the concrete. Concrete needs waterproof floor coatings to protect it from the rain. You can have this reapplied so your surface can handle rainfall. If you let this problem go for too long, the standing water can increase the wear of your concrete, making it thin, and shortening its lifespan.
Obvious Signs of Aging
Concrete does wear and age over time. All of the above signs can indicate that your concrete is worn due to age. A combination of cracks, pooling water, potholes, and unevenness all point towards damage caused by aging. The concrete will probably look shabby and worn as well. This is the time to get your concrete professionally evaluated to determine what action needs to be taken.

When it comes to garage floor coatings and custom garage cabinets in Michiana, looking great is only the start. Innovative Spaces design and install top-quality storage solutions for home and business. We are committed to offering products of the highest possible quality, along with a variety of components to fit any customer’s unique needs.

Let us help you get organized today! Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our online request form for a free design consultation. No pressure and no obligations.

What to Consider When Buying Garage Cabinets

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:54 GMT

What to Consider When Buying Garage Cabinets

Although we tend to think of garages as short- and long-term parking spaces for cars, they’re actually rather versatile. If you deck yours out with the best garage cabinets, it will also serve as a decent storage area for your tools and a smart way to gain a workspace you have no place for in your overcrowded home or basement.

Innovative Spaces, an expert in garage remodeling , shares some factors to consider when choosing the right type of garage cabinets before you purchase.

Your Budget
Working within your budget determines the type and quality of your garage cabinets. Remember that in shopping, you will get what you pay for. Purchasing inexpensive garage cabinets from a huge store can be quite tempting. Keep in mind that most cabinet systems can be compromised depending on the quality of construction materials.
Things to Store
What you store in the garage cabinet plays a vital role in shaping your buying decision. Maybe you plan to use your garage cabinets for storing longer items, such as coveralls, or you want to keep your large collection of cleaning supplies all in one cabinet. If so, your cabinet system design will probably include one or more tall locker cabinets.
Garage Cabinet Usage
Understanding how the garage cabinets are used within the space is an important factor to consider when purchasing a garage cabinet system. If you are looking for a general-purpose garage organization system to provide extra storage space, you should go for low-quality models to fit your needs. You also need to consider the amount of space needed.
Durability
It is important to consider the types of materials that make the cabinet system. Construction craftsmanship and materials also affect how the cabinet system works, so you need to take into account the quality of the materials used. Steel is a great option, but you need to be sure of its origin. This is because steel from some countries is heavily recycled and will rust quickly.
Customization
When creating your garage spaces, you need to consider how customizable they can be. The good thing about customizing your garage offers you the much-needed flexibility to create an excellent garage cabinet system. Also, the customizable units make it possible to utilize the available space to the maximum.

Innovative Spaces offers closet renovations and signature garage cabinets that will completely transform your space and provide you with a long-lasting and practical storage solution. Our custom wall-mounted garage cabinets boast an off-the-floor design to avoid problems with moisture and pests and to simplify cleaning.

Let us help you get organized today! Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our online request form for a free design consultation. No pressure and no obligations.

Why Concrete Dusting Happens and What You Can Do About It

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:53 GMT

Why Concrete Dusting Happens and What You Can Do About It

Most garage floors are made of concrete. Conventional wisdom (and not just from garage remodeling contractors) states that concrete, even bare, uncoated ones, are highly durable. They don’t suffer structural damage even under extreme compressive stress, high temperatures, or staining—you can simply sweep a concrete floor to remove dirt, unlike other materials such as tile, which need to be reapplied with grout when it cracks.

While we’re on the subject of sweeping, however, you might find that even if the garage is unused, or even if you’re vacuuming your garage every day, a thin film of dust is always present on the floor. If you’ve eliminated all sources of dust and this still happens every day, it might be concrete dusting.

What Is Concrete Dusting Exactly?

You can blame how concrete is made in the first place. Concrete is made from a mixture of sand and/or gravel, water, and Portland cement. The water acts as an emulsifier, which allows these disparate materials to mix, but the same water can also be responsible for concrete dusting. When there’s too much water in the mix, cement powder and other fine particles will rise to the surface, creating dust or fine powder.

Closet renovations and garage remodeler Innovation Spaces also cite other culprits in concrete dusting, such as improper curing of the concrete or too much silt or clay in the mixture. However, the most common is excessive water.

How to Deal With Concrete Dusting

The easiest way to do it is to find a densifier (which often comes with a concrete sealing chemical) and apply it on your floor. A densifier will fill the pores in the concrete surface and create a chemical film that holds the concrete together, adding up to 40% more strength to the concrete surface.

However, a densifier/concrete sealer mix is effective only for light dusting. For heavy concrete dusting, we recommend using the epoxy coating. This creates a shiny veneer over your concrete floor, but it also “glues” the entire surface together and protects it from damage. It, however, requires prepping your garage floor by grinding it, but once applied, it’s a far safer and more permanent solution to concrete dusting.

Innovative Spaces is the area’s premier garage organization and remodeling, contractor. We also do closets for all kinds of storage needs. For more information about us—or additional tips to prevent concrete dusting for your garage—call us today at (574) 247-1999. You can also fill out our form to request a free quote.

Dealing With Dust in Closets

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:52 GMT

Dealing With Dust in Closets

You might think that things, such as clothes, only get dust when they’re out in the open and not stored properly. But that’s not always the case as there’s even a saying “in the closet, gathering dust.” So why would dust even be present in a closet when it’s sealed and protected? And how come the more you store an item of clothing, the more dust it gathers?

About 80% of the dust is dead skin cells, which means as long as there is human presence anywhere near your closets, whatever is in there will collect dust. In this post, custom garage cabinets provider Innovation Spaces has a few recommendations to protect your clothes in the closet from dust.

Take a Daily Shower

The human body sheds dead skin cells every day, but you can minimize this by taking long, hot showers every day. The drier your skin, the more the body tries to replace them with fresher, more moisturized skin cells beneath them. And when you shower, instead of ejecting these dead skin cells into the air, they will come off with a rinse from the water and down the drain. Scrubbing also removes more of these dead skin cells from your body.

Wash Your Clothes Frequently

Just like you’re doing with your body, you can wash your clothes, even those you haven’t used, as regularly as possible. If you haven’t used the clothes in your closet for as long as a month, they might need to be washed anyway to remove dust and dust mites that may be feasting on them.

Otherwise, if you don’t want the hassle of doing this 12 times in a year, you can downsize the number of your clothes by selling them or donating them. Innovation Spaces, your garage renovations expert, suggests that maybe it’s time to do the KonMari method on your closet!

Use an Air Purifier

If all else fails, an air purifier with a HEPA filter can reduce the amount of dust that’s circulating in your closet. Plus, newer air purifiers also remove odors, which can reduce the musty smell on clothing left in the closet for too long. Make sure to buy one that can fit in the closet; you don’t need one that’s rated for a huge space anyway.

Innovative Spaces is the area’s premier garage remodeling contractor, and we do organization for your spaces at home—from closets to floor coatings . For more information about us or how to manage dust in your closets, call us today at (574) 247-1999 . You can also fill out our form to request a free quote.

Concrete Flooring in Modern Interior Design

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:51 GMT

Concrete Flooring in Modern Interior Design

As a homeowner, you might associate concrete floors with plain and dull industrial spaces. But in recent years, concrete has been making a comeback in the design landscape. With the right floor coatings , furniture, and planning, you’ll see how concrete can look great in just about any type of interior design. Innovative Spaces, Inc. explains just how concrete flooring can fit your home’s aesthetic.

It Provides a Neat Focal Point

A well-designed home interior always has a focal point that becomes the center of interest and draws attention to the room. If you’re planning to incorporate concrete flooring in your interior design, you can keep it simple and minimalistic by adding furniture and art pieces that complement its subdued look. For a bolder design, you can add a textured or patterned wallpaper as a strong contrast to its simple and natural appearance. This will also keep it from feeling too stark or bland.

They Don’t Require Much Maintenance

Another reason behind the popularity of concrete floors is that they’re easy to maintain. Of course, they need to be stained, treated and polished first so that they’ll last for a long time. If you want added protection to your concrete floor, just consult with a professional in flooring and garage renovations . With our services, we’ll apply a proper epoxy coating on your flooring to maintain its appearance. Once that’s done, you’ll only need sweeping and washing from time to time to keep it nice and clean!

It’s Like a Canvas For Your Interior Design

Concrete is a versatile flooring material that can be used on any kind of indoor or outdoor space, be it your garage, patio, or even your living room. Compared to hardwood or other classic types of flooring, you can also get concrete tiles for your patio or interior space. Whether you’re planning a traditional or minimalist look, concrete floors are perfect for nearly any type of visual design!

If you’re looking for a professional in concrete flooring or custom garage cabinets , our team at Innovative Spaces, Inc. will get the job done right. Call us today at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our convenient form online to get started!

Declutter and Organize Your Pantry With These Tips

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:48:50 GMT

Declutter and Organize Your Pantry With These Tips

Spring season means a thorough cleaning of your home, even your pantry. By taking the time to clean and organize your pantry, you’ll maximize your storage space and have better convenience! But if you’re not sure where to start, our garage remodeling experts at Innovative Spaces, Inc. share some useful tips on how to clean and organize your pantry.

Clear Them Out First

Part of the decluttering process involves removing everything you have from your pantry. Make sure to remove everything if you want to have an effective storage system to work with later on. You’ll also need some space to put all your items, so make sure you clear off your kitchen table for better convenience. Once everything is cleared out, you can start cleaning and organizing!

Clean and Organize

You can start arranging the items that you offloaded on your kitchen table, but we recommend that you give each surface of your pantry a thorough cleaning first. You can expect it to be full of spills, crumbs, old packaging, and other kinds of dirt collected on the floor or shelves over time. This is also a good time to remodel your pantry, so be sure to consult with a trusted closet and garage organization contractor on how they can maximize the existing space.

As for your items, it’s important to take inventory. You can do this by separating them into categories to know which ones to keep or throw away. Expired food items can be tossed, while the rest can be divided into what you can keep or donate. As for the arrangement of your pantry, we suggest putting most of your frequently-used food items on the middle shelf. If you also store appliances in the pantry, put them on the higher shelves if you don’t use them often, while the heavier items can be placed on the bottom shelf.

Keep It Neat

Once you’re satisfied with your newly arranged pantry, you still need to keep it neat and organized. You can check and clean your pantry at least once a week or before you do your groceries. But if you think you need a bigger pantry, we do expert closet renovations as well! Our team at Innovative Spaces, Inc. has got you covered, so just call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our convenient form online to get started.

Buying Garage Cabinets: A Guide

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 21:18:49 GMT

Buying Garage Cabinets: A Guide

Homeowners may resort to keeping their garages as they are, however, maximizing the space with storage keeping is still worth considering. Although a less expensive open shelving can be an option, cabinets offer a more finished look. Here, we’ll talk you through how you can successfully carry out garage organization upon purchasing your cabinetry.

Create a concrete plan. Before commencing any home upgrades and installations, you are always encouraged to prepare. Determine why you’d need cabinets and whether you’re able to have them placed. List down ideas with the help of a professional.
Know your budget. Buying a cheaper garage cabinet system from a big-box store may be ideal especially if your budget is tight. Just understand that many of these cabinet systems compromise significantly the quality of the cabinets’ construction materials.
Measure your space. For a garage remodeling project, this is highly essential. Keep in mind that you need to determine where to put your cabinets and what they will store. If you don’t have enough floor space, it’s best to consider not having base cabinets. If you hire a reputable contractor, they will present a variety of options that would work well for your room.
Think about your garage’s environment. Sturdier and more durable cabinets are needed in your garage. Keep in mind the amount of rain and snow that may come into the garage with your car and consider which materials would be strong enough to stand up to the ambiance inside your garage.

Things to remember:

There are two types of systems that you may look into for this project. Figuring out which fits your area more will be critical.

Custom-fit: These are cabinets that can be built to custom depths, widths, and heights with additional specialty options.
Modular: This is a cabinet system built from pre-made standalone units that are mixed and matched.

In need of home organization solutions? Innovative Spaces, Inc. provides closet renovations and custom cabinetry services. Our installers are experts at their craft and will treat your home like their own, leaving it cleaner and neater than when they arrived. Reach us at 574-247-1999 or here .

FAQs Before a Garage Floor Coating System Installation

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 21:18:49 GMT

FAQs Before a Garage Floor Coating System Installation

Garage renovations involve a wide variety of upgrades to maximize your area. To some, getting a floor coating system is one. While this is a complicated process and task to perform, a well-trained professional is urged to man the project. As a help, here are some questions you may ask them to ensure the success of your installation.

What equipment will be used to prepare the concrete?
It is worth noting that there are different concrete preparation methods available and the right way to do it is through mechanical preparation. This requires your floor to be either diamond ground or shot-blasted.
What is the most durable garage floor coating?

Most experts insist that while there are few options to consider, epoxy floor coatings are still the best choice for your garage. The epoxy adheres to the existing concrete in such a way that it creates a solid surface with no gaps or opportunities for underground moisture or spills up top to cause trouble. At Innovative Spaces, Inc, our garage floors are durable and designed to last due to our high-grade FLEXCore hybrid polymer technology.

How long will it take to apply?

The installation has four parts— cleaning, garage floor repair and preparation, the actual epoxy application, and adding a topcoat. This suggests that you must plan to have the coating applied during dry weather and by a reputable team.

How much maintenance would it need?

It is worth noting that once a proper installation has been made, maintaining your coating would be easy. All you have to do is sweep it regularly and wipe melted snow off with a towel or mop.

In need of home organization solutions? Innovative Spaces, Inc. provides closet renovations and custom garage cabinets installation. Our installers are experts at their craft and will treat your home like their own, leaving it cleaner and neater than when they arrived. Reach us at 574-247-1999 or here .

Murphy Beds: Frequently Asked Questions

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 21:18:48 GMT

Murphy Beds: Frequently Asked Questions

Murphy beds are a great choice for rooms with limited space. However, it’s common for homeowners to doubt whether these beds are actually comfortable or not. This concern is understandable—after all, comfort shouldn’t be sacrificed for convenience.

In this post, closet and garage organization specialist Innovative Spaces, Inc. shares some basic facts about Murphy beds.

When Is It Ideal to Get a Murphy Bed?

Murphy beds are usually recommended for homeowners who want to create additional sleeping space without creating a guest room. These beds are also ideal for condo dwellers who want to maximize their space and design a particular room for multiple purposes. There’s really no hard-and-fast rule about when to install wall beds. Because these beds are quite versatile, they can fit various needs.

Are Murphy Beds Comfortable?

closet renovations experts are often asked if Murphy beds are actually comfortable to sleep on. However, the answer to this would also depend on the mattress you’re going to use. That said, Murphy beds are unique from other solutions like sleeper sofas because you can customize and select your preferred mattress for your wall bed.

Are Murphy Beds Easy to Raise and Lower?

Murphy beds are convenient to use. They can be easily folded down from the wall and raised whenever you need to. The key, however, is to balance the weight of the mattress with the bed’s spring-loaded mechanism. When your installer has done this correctly, folding the bed and putting it back up will be effortless for anyone.

Innovative Spaces, Inc. specializes in the design and installation of storage solutions for homes and businesses. We offer only high-quality products and a variety of components to ensure that our customers’ needs are met. Our team is trained and experienced in-home office, laundry room, pantry and garage remodeling. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a free quote.

Tips for Organizing Your Craft Room

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:59:32 GMT

Tips for Organizing Your Craft Room

Whether it’s scrapbooking or painting, creative hobbies can have a significant impact on your life and disposition. And as with various crafts, different tools and materials are often used to produce whatever it is you have in mind. But if you’re not careful, you might find yourself dealing with so much clutter — which could potentially negate all the good things that you’re getting from your craft.

That said, it’s important to keep your craft room organized. Having an effective storage system can help you with this and ensure that you’ll be able to maintain the order in your space.

Innovative Spaces, Inc., a trusted expert in garage renovations and storage solutions, shares some tips that’ll help you plan an efficient storage solution for your craft room.

Make Sure Everything Has Its Own Place

Craft rooms typically contain a wide variety of supplies and ornaments. To make it easier for you to find the items you need when you need them, you should start planning your storage system by listing the different types of supplies that you have and designating a specific area for each of them. Furthermore, when figuring out the best location and type of storage for each type of supplies, you might want to consider their size and shape as well as your workflow.

Organize Your Drawers

It’s nice to have custom garage cabinets and drawers. However, keep in mind that the items you’re going to place there should be organized as well. Drawers tend to get messy over time, rendering these storage solutions ineffective. Make sure you don’t simply dump your supplies inside the drawers. You can add small containers or dividers in your drawers to separate the various small things that you’re going to put in there. This way, your stuff won’t mix with each other, and it can be easier for you to maintain the order in your drawer.

Keep a Container for Miscellaneous Supplies

It’s common for creatives to have a pile of miscellaneous or leftover supplies from their completed projects. Instead of discarding them or leaving them in one corner, you can designate a storage container for these things. However, make sure to clean out this container on a regular basis so that it doesn’t fill up too quickly or unnecessarily.

Innovative Spaces, Inc. ensures a thorough understanding of your needs so that we can offer you the right organizational and storage solutions. Apart from keeping your space organized, we can also provide you with high-quality floor coatings. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a free estimate.

3 Custom Closet Ideas For Shoe Collectors

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:59:31 GMT

3 Custom Closet Ideas For Shoe Collectors

The average person owns 10 to 20 pairs of shoes. Those who value style and variety, however, would consider those rookie numbers. If you’re in the latter category, your growing shoe collection must be a sight to behold. But you can make it more impressive by moving them out of the cramped wardrobe into something more organized—a custom closet. The trusted closet and garage organization company in the area, Innovative Spaces, Inc. shares some handy custom closet ideas for shoe collectors.

Store shoe boxes on the top shelf. A custom closet allows you to maximize the volume of your shoe storage without making structural alterations to the walls. But investing in a custom closet is not just about design–it’s also about the organization. Your custom closet expert, for example, may designate the top shelving for expensive but rarely worn shoes. This stops them from picking up dust and dirt from the floor, keeping them clean and in good shape. The lower shelves, meanwhile, are best used for those 20 or so pairs of shoes that do get used often. Placing them in this spot helps keep them accessible.
Make your shoes an instant focal point in the space. These refer to the limited edition designer heels and sneakers. You take pride in owning these rare items, so why not make them the highlight of your closet space? Premier closet renovations company, Innovative Spaces, Inc. can help you with this. We offer personalized ORG Home solutions that can transform your closet into an elegant retreat that showcases your shoe collection to best effect.
Break down your collection based on the current season. If you have an expansive collection, it’s a good idea to rotate your footwear according to the seasons. This makes storage and organization more manageable and ensures that the more appropriate items will be within easy reach. In the meantime, store your off-season footwear in another closet space until it’s time to bring them out again.

Schedule Your Design Consultation

Aside from stress-free garage remodeling, Innovative Spaces, Inc. also specializes in high-quality custom closet renovations. We’ll have your shoe collection lovely and organized in no time with our exceptional solutions. Call us today at (574) 247-1999 or fill out this contact form to schedule your consultation. We proudly serve Granger, IN and the surrounding areas.

Upgrades That Will Elevate Your Laundry Experience

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:50:25 GMT

Upgrades That Will Elevate Your Laundry Experience

Choosing the right components will greatly improve your laundry experience. A home and garage remodeling expert shares upgrades to consider.

Install a Barn Door

Are your washer and dryer installed in a closet? Instead of conventional cabinet doors, consider barn doors to give the space more appeal and character. It’s especially a wonderful option for laundry areas located in main rooms like bedrooms and living rooms.

Expand Your Space

If you have the space for expanding your laundry room, it would be a great idea to do so. You can also turn a spare room into a laundry room or combine it with a mudroom to create a multipurpose space. Make sure to add lots of storage options like shelving, cabinets, and drawers.

At Innovative Spaces, we’re here to help you create the best laundry room and garage organization solutions for your needs. We offer ORG Home storage systems designed to eliminate clutter and make it easier to navigate your space.

Improve Your Lighting

Good lighting will make a huge difference in the look and feel of your laundry room. Aside from making tasks easier, it will freshen and brighten up your space. If adding windows isn’t an option, consider installing ambient or accent lighting. Task lighting and under-cabinet lighting will also contribute to the appeal and convenience of the room.

Whether you’re planning a laundry room remodel or closet renovations, you can depend on Innovative Spaces, Inc. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a free consultation.

Debunking Common Myths Behind Epoxy Floor Coatings

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:50:24 GMT

Debunking Common Myths Behind Epoxy Floor Coatings

Untreated concrete floors are susceptible to natural wear and tear. They can also be damaged by stains and cracks, which can be costly to repair. Some of these stains can also be hazardous and difficult to clean. But with epoxy floor coatings , this won’t become a problem. It provides durable protection against natural elements for many years while only requiring minimal maintenance once applied.

But maybe you’ve heard some of the stories behind epoxy coatings, which is why you’re hesitant on getting one for your garage floor. You need to know that these are just myths and misconceptions, and Innovative Spaces, Inc. shares the truth behind them here:

Myth: Paint Provides the Same Protection

Truth: Since epoxy will look similar to paint when properly installed, some people believe that using paint instead will give the same protection at a cheaper price. However, the two substances are not the same, as paint simply isn’t as durable as epoxy. Using only paint won’t protect your concrete floor against abrasion, staining, cracks, and other damage. Epoxy, on the other hand, bonds to the concrete and creates a non-volatile and resistant surface. This protective surface can withstand normal wear and tear for years!

Myth: You’ll Need to Re-Apply Epoxy Coating After 1-3 Years

Truth: This mainly depends on the quality of the epoxy coating and how it was applied. If you just bought your garage epoxy from a big box store and did the application yourself, there’s a chance that it wasn’t done properly. And since industry-grade professional coatings weren’t used, your store-bought coating won’t last as long as you’d expect it to. To avoid this, it’s better to consult and work with a professional in flooring and garage renovations .

Myth: Professional Garage Floor Coatings Are Costly

Truth: While some companies offer between $6 to $12 per square foot of epoxy coating, it helps to do some research to know who’s reputable in the area first. The most expensive offer may not always mean they offer the best quality and services, so try to look for a company that offers coating services at a reasonable amount. It won’t be cheap, but you should keep in mind that you’re investing in quality and durability that saves you money in repair and maintenance in the long run!

If you’re looking for a professional in garage floor coating services or custom garage cabinets , our team at Innovative Spaces, Inc. always gets the job done right. Call us today at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our convenient form online to get started!

The Best Benefits of Slatwall Storage Systems

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:50:23 GMT

The Best Benefits of Slatwall Storage Systems

In almost every office, workroom, or retail space, you’ll notice that they have a wall where they display some of their best products and fixtures. These store displays and fixtures use what’s called a Slatwall system and they’re highly popular due to their stylish appearance and easy configuration. They’re relatively easy to install but usually require a professional to ensure their durability and versatility.

With different configured wall and fixture options, it’s no surprise that many people use Slatwall systems for their display or storage. To learn more about their benefits, our commercial and residential garage remodeling experts at Innovative Spaces, Inc. share what you need to know:

They Make Better Use of Wall Space

The amount of space needed to display products in retail stores is often an issue faced by many commercial businesses. The Slatwall system solves this problem by turning a vertical wall space into multiple merchandising and display areas. They can allow nearly limitless storage space as well for hanging almost any type of product from clothing and food items to hardware and industrial equipment!

They Have Many Different Accessories

Despite being used mainly for retail wall display systems, the Slatwall system is often built to withstand even heavy industrial use. They’re usually made of aluminum which makes them both lightweight and durable, with the slats designed to be continuous over most surfaces. They can also be cut to order by a professional in storage and garage organization to your specific measurements and preferences.

Each system can also be customized and arranged constantly based on your changing needs using different accessories and fixtures that can accommodate almost any product or merchandise. These include baskets, tool organizers, shelving, hooks, and hangers, making it easy to create your perfect wall storage or display system!

When it comes to durable Slatwall storage systems and closet renovations , our team at Innovative Spaces, Inc. has got you covered. Just call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our convenient form online to get started!

7 Closet Design Trends for 2022

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:50:23 GMT

7 Closet Design Trends for 2022

When it comes to your closet, you should be able to express yourself and keep everything in order. Ideally, it should not be a setting that makes you feel confined or agitated. Fortunately, even the tiniest, most cluttered closets may be transformed into attractive and usable spaces. If you’re looking to maximize your storage space, the first step is to learn about the newest trends in closet design.

Let’s take a look at some upcoming closet design trends for 2022 from custom garage cabinets provider, Innovative Spaces.

Add a touch of whimsy with hardware
Personalized hardware is a new closet design trend. Do your customers desire accent colors in their closets? Many different finishes are available for hardware such as knobs and handles. A closet with a lot of personalities can be appreciated by a discriminating homeowner by adding extra-pop hardware.
Dress up the doors
Elegant and orderly closet doors can add charm to a wardrobe. Tacoma-style doors have two layers of beveling on the door frame, whereas Shaker-style doors have one. Glass door fronts are a popular alternative to solid wood doors. A closet with so many styles i s incredible.
Closet systems may transform and maximize tiny areas
You may build a unique walk-in closet in an extra bedroom. A walk-in closet with an island with accessory drawers is a dream for many. An attic is also ideal for a large closet. Organizers for cabinet doors and drawers can keep dust away from less-frequently used objects.
Colorful bedrooms, but neutral closets
In a closet, neutral is the only way to go. Hence the popularity of white, espresso, salt oak, and cherry closet systems. Closet and garage renovations experts say that color isn’t necessary for the ideal closet.
Minimalistic design
Not every wardrobe needs to be a fashion show. Many homeowners want a simple, utilitarian wardrobe. A shoe rack on the bottom of the cabinet allows them to hang shirts and blouses. If you want to go the extra mile, add drawers for socks, ties, jewelry, and accessories, plus a cabinet for hat boxes or other small goods.
Redesign the linen closet
Homeowners can design a linen closet with mobile shelves and drawers, shoe racks and cabinets. To avoid spills, keep sheets and towels separate from washcloths and pillowcases. Extra bathroom toiletries can be stored in linen closet cupboards and kept hidden yet accessible.
Basement closet organizers
A closet organizer can help a homeowner get rid of seasonal decorations and craft stuff from their spare room. Choose organizers with removable shelves for larger boxes. For storage things that don’t belong in the garage or a bedroom, a basement closet is perfect. Closet systems with movable shelves come in handy.

Innovative Spaces has been supplying amazing garage floor coatings for over a decade. You may choose from a wide variety of flooring options for your own garage, allowing you to showcase it in all its grandeur. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form and we will get you on your way to peace of mind. No pressure and no obligations.

7 Space-Saving Guest Room Design Ideas

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:50:22 GMT

7 Space-Saving Guest Room Design Ideas

You don’t need a lot of space to make a guest room feel like a nice hideaway. In order to make a tiny room appear larger, a skilled interior designer just has to make a few adjustments. Here are some ideas from garage remodeling expert, Innovative Spaces, for a small guest room that you may not have thought about.

Making Use of a Murphy Bed
A huge king or queen-sized bed may not fit in a small guest room. Instead, install a murphy bed. This fold-down bed may easily be stored in a closet, wall, or cabinet. When not in use, your guests may move around freely without a cumbersome bed in the way.
Clear the Area Around the Bed
If you don’t want a Murphy bed, move the bed next to a wall to create a sense of space. Set it up in the room’s center to create wide aisles on either side of the bed. This frees up your guests’ movement and improves the flow of your guest room.
Add a Small Mirror to the Decor
Miniature mirrors can transform a small guest room. Hang a gallery of small mirrors on one wall to reflect light. This will make the room appear larger.
Arrange Your Closet
A small guest room means a little closet. Closet renovations and organizations will help you gain space. Declutter your wardrobe, use jewelry trays, and choose functional fixtures.
Eliminate Clutter
It’s easy to use a spare room to store goods you don’t use regularly. Declutter your guest room before they arrive. Remove unused furniture from the floor and empty drawers and tabletops of major décor pieces. Your guests will thank you for saving them from a claustrophobic environment.
Make Use of a Headboard
It’s crucial to be imaginative while designing your guest room. This includes furniture that doubles as storage. Transform the headboard into a distinctive bookshelf. No need for an extra-large piece of furniture in the room, and you have an eye-catching piece that is both functional and stunning
Experiment with Natural Lighting
Natural light, like mirrors, can enlarge a tiny space. Use the sun’s rays to decorate your modest guest room. Use light-colored or sheer window drapes instead of heavy ones to let more light in. Neutral colors can also help enlarge a small guest room.

If you are looking for expertise, and a sure fit for your organizational needs, look no further. Innovative Spaces are experts at garage organization and will treat your home like their own, leaving it cleaner and neater than when they arrived.

Ready to get started? Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form and we will get you on your way to peace of mind. We look forward to serving you!

3 Excellent Perks of an Organized Garage Space

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:50:21 GMT

3 Excellent Perks of an Organized Garage Space

Most often, the garage is not only used to house one or two vehicles, but also a variety of tools, lawn equipment and other miscellaneous items. Having all of these in one space isn’t always an issue just as long as you keep them in check. The trusted garage renovations company in the area, Innovative Spaces, Inc. shares how maintaining a neat and organized garage can benefit you.

Keeps your garage cleaner. Clutter in the garage looks unsightly (which is bad), but it also attracts critters and pests into the space (which is worse). Stacks of old newspapers and magazines, for example, encourage mold growth while serving as a haven for silverfish and cockroaches. Those boxes of old items in the corner? Rodents love them and consider them free real estate.
Fortunately, ensuring a clutter-free garage isn’t actually that difficult. Just turn to Innovative Spaces, Inc. We offer a variety of smart storage solutions, including custom garage cabinets , to help keep the space organized and free of dust, dirt, and pests.
Frees up space inside your garage. After getting rid of clutter, you may realize that your garage seems airier and more spacious than before. That’s because it is. Items take up more room when they’re just lying about. But if you have wall-mounted storage systems, shelves, and cabinets installed by Innovative Spaces, Inc., you can free up floor space and give your garage a neater, more aesthetically pleasing.
Makes everyday items more accessible. By keeping an organized garage, all those often-used items are within easy reach. Everything has its own place and is in plain sight, meaning you don’t have to spend minutes just to look for a roll of duct tape. Another perk? An organized garage eliminates the potential for car damage caused by items toppling over and crashing against it.

Contact Us Today
When in need of customized garage storage solutions or high-quality floor coatings application, look no further than Innovative Spaces, Inc. With our range of exceptional services, we’ll help you transform your garage into the neat and organized space you’ve always wanted. Call us today at (574) 247-1999 or fill out this contact form to schedule your consultation. We proudly serve Granger, IN and the nearby areas.

A Quick Comparison: Custom, Semi-Custom and Stock Cabinets

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:52:06 GMT

A Quick Comparison: Custom, Semi-Custom and Stock Cabinets

When planning kitchen, bathroom, or garage renovations, improving storage should be on top of your list. With sufficient cabinet space, you can keep these areas from looking cluttered and disorganized. Keep in mind that cabinets come in a wide variety of styles, sizes and types.

Here’s a quick comparison of the three basic types of cabinets to help you decide which is ideal for your space and needs.

Custom Cabinets

You can get custom cabinets in various shapes, sizes, and colors. They may take longer to create and come at a higher cost since they are designed to exact specifications. However, prices, quality, and delivery schedules vary by manufacturer. Usually, most of these cabinets are made in local workshops.

If you’re looking for quality custom garage cabinets, get in touch with At Innovative Spaces, Inc. We offer made-to-order cabinets at no additional charge. We use superior materials like 16-gage metal, heavy-duty hardware, Euro-style hinges, and more!

Stock Cabinets

You can purchase stock cabinets from stores or off-the-shelf. They come in standard sizes and may not have as many design options. Often, these products are made from economical materials to make them more cost-effective. You can either have them shipped when it’s already assembled or in a box with parts you can put together at home.

Semi-Custom Cabinets

Semi-custom cabinets possess the best features of custom and stock cabinets. They are available in a wide range of styles and colors for every home style. These cabinets are well-designed and use high-quality materials and hardware. Unlike stock cabinets, you can have them adjusted to ensure the cabinets fit your space.

At Innovative Spaces, Inc., we offer efficient and smart storage solutions for different parts of your home. You can also count on us for high-quality floor coatings and murphy beds. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a free consultation.

Home Office Organization Tips to Boost Your Productivity

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:52:04 GMT

Home Office Organization Tips to Boost Your Productivity

Reposition Your Monitor

Consider purchasing a monitor arm if you’d like a bit more flexibility in how your monitor is positioned. This device allows you to rotate and modify the position of your screen with ease. A monitor arm allows you to be more comfortable at your workstation if your job demands you to use multiple screens. Take time to identify what is ideal for you so that you can be successful at organizing your office space.

Designate a Printing Station

Have a designated area in your office for your printer and printer supplies. As much as possible, don’t place your printer on your desk even if it’s wireless. Free up your desk space by putting your printer in a cupboard or another area in your office.

Keep Your Cables Neat

Maintaining a nice and clear workspace is an important element of work desk management. A cluttered desk and office will affect your mental clarity and lower your overall efficiency at work. Connections and cables that dangle from your desk create a tangled mess. To keep your cords in one place and out of the way, consider adding an easy-to-install cable tray.

De-Clutter Your Desk

You only have so much room on your desk, so every item you put on it must have a purpose and should aid rather than impede your ability to get work done. If you’ve never given minimalism a chance, now is the time to try the concept. You may create a minimalist desk setting in a variety of ways.

For more tips on home improvement, Innovative Spaces, Inc. has you covered. We also provide services to help you maximize your garage space. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment with us.

4 Signs Your Garage Needs a Remodel

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:52:02 GMT

4 Signs Your Garage Needs a Remodel

Having a garage on your property is convenient, and since it can serve different purposes, it can also improve your day-to-day. That said, garage renovations will not only increase your home’s value, but they will also be beneficial to your daily life.

So when is the right time to update your garage? Innovative Spaces, Inc. shares four signs that your garage needs a makeover.

Storage Is Becoming a Problem
The garage is ideal for storing seasonal items like Christmas decorations or old memorabilia that can’t be put on display. If you’re having trouble organizing storage in your garage, you should consider decluttering and finding the right storage solutions for your needs. If you’re also using your garage for parking vehicles, you don’t want to be squeezing in between them and some storage boxes every time you need to get in your car. For garages with limited floor space, vertical storage systems might help.
You Are Selling Your Home
If you’re planning on selling your home, you want to raise its value and make it more attractive to potential buyers. Renovations are an effective way to achieve these goals. A garage renovation particularly is ideal if you don’t have the budget or time to renovate your entire home. Since the garage is a highly functional area, homebuyers might pay more attention to your property if the space looks practical and appealing. Consider installing a new garage door or applying floor coatings.
Your Garage Is Aging
While repairs are effective solutions, there comes a point when some parts of your garage will simply wear out and require a replacement. Your garage door, for instance, may eventually develop dents, dings and other types of damage that could affect its appearance and performance. In such a case, replacing it is more cost-effective than fixing it.
There Was a Recent Break-In
Security gaps in your garage may motivate burglars to break into your home. If your home has recently been a target of this crime, several small repairs can be used to restore or enhance security in your garage. For example, make sure to cover up gaps in your garage window or add metal grills to deter intruders. You should also upgrade your CCTV cameras, which are effective deterrents to potential burglars.

Uncover more possibilities with your garage by renovating the space. Innovative Spaces, Inc. will help you design and install top-quality custom garage cabinets and other storage solutions. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment with us.

5 Tips on Spring Cleaning Your Garage

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:52:01 GMT

5 Tips on Spring Cleaning Your Garage

If you are looking around your home for things that require your attention this spring, make sure you include the garage on your list. It might be too cluttered or messy, or close to running out of space for your valuables. Fortunately, Innovative Spaces, Inc. has your back. We’ve compiled five tips to help you clean out your garage and make more room.

1. Declutter and Organize

When cleaning out your garage, you’ll want to take out everything that is not screwed or nailed down, starting from the smallest objects up to the biggest. This will then give you the opportunity to check if you still need most of them or not. Organize them in boxes, each for items you intend to keep, donate, recycle, toss, or sell.

2. Air Out Your Garage

Once your garage is emptied and all of the items are sorted out, make sure to air out the whole space for some time. Keep the windows and doors open to let stale air out and fresh air in. Since the whole space has been opened up anew, this will make the airflow in your garage uninterrupted. A box fan directed at an open window helps hasten the ventilation process.

3. Wipe Down and Sweep Out

After ventilating your garage, it’s time to sweep and wipe. Expect the surfaces to have accumulated a great deal of dust and dirt since the last time you cleaned the space. Be sure to open the garage doors for the dust and dirt to escape. Don’t forget to wear a dust mask if you are particularly sensitive to dust. Focus on all the flat surfaces first so you won’t be finding dusty areas after you place your items back in.

4. Clean and Inspect Your Garage Door

Once you’re done sweeping and making sure that no surfaces are dusty, it’s time to give your garage doors a deep clean. Both the door interior and exterior should be rinsed off with water from a hose to get rid of any loose dirt and wiped with a sponge or cloth soaked in a detergent-water mixture. Make sure to rinse it well with water after. Once done, inspect the garage door’s components, including the opener and chain drive. See to it that the working parts are well-lubricated and aligned properly.

5. Assess Your Garage Storage and Organization

After cleaning the garage and returning your sorted belongings inside, it’s time to determine if the items have a designated home within the space. If there’s none, consider improving the functionality of your space by investing in storage solutions. At Innovative Spaces, Inc., we create custom cabinets to ensure proper garage organization and make your next spring cleaning an easier and faster process. More importantly, they help free up your floor space so you can park your vehicle inside.

Ready to give your garage the makeover it deserves? Turn to Innovative Spaces, Inc., to learn more about your options. Call us now at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form for a free quote.

4 Tips To Make Your Garage Look and Feel More Spacious

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:51:59 GMT

4 Tips To Make Your Garage Look and Feel More Spacious

No one wants a cluttered garage. Unfortunately, many homeowners have been dealing with due to a lack of storage space. It also doesn’t help when you park your vehicle inside – the mess can make the whole space look smaller, unappealing, and even unhygienic.

Fortunately, there are ways to make this area of your home look and feel more spacious. Let Innovative Spaces, Inc., your trusted garage renovations experts, share these four tips:

1. Declutter Your Garage

If you’re planning on making more space in your garage, then removing unnecessary items is the first step to do. Group those that you intend to use and those you can either be sold, donated or thrown away. items into those that you are still using and not. Think long and hard before you decide what to do with each item. If it has lost its purpose, it’s considered junk and should not be in your garage.

2. Take Advantage of Your Ceiling and Walls

Make use of your garage ceiling and walls to boost storage and organization within the space. Overhead storage racks, for instance, serve as effective vertical storage systems. Patio furniture, extra tires, storage bins, and other out-of-season items can be placed in these storage racks. This will make your floor area look a lot more spacious with big items out of sight. Consider installing Slatwall panels as well, as this helps convert your ordinary walls into extra wall storage without taking up any additional space like cabinets. Use them to hang hand tools, ladders, bikes, sports equipment and other valuable items in an orderly manner.

3. Add Custom Cabinetry

To increase utility and storage, consider adding custom garage cabinets that blend well with the aesthetics of your garage. With so many styles, color and size options, you can design a cabinet that fits your needs.

4. Paint the Garage Interior With White

If your garage looks drab and dull, it might be time for a new coat of paint. Use white or any light-colored paint for your garage walls and ceilings to help create the illusion of space, making it look brighter and more inviting.. It’s okay to complement it with neutral hues or colors of a darker shade, but limit it to accents.

Your storage area doesn’t need to look small and cramped. At Innovative Spaces, Inc., we can take your garage space to the next level with our beautiful, functional and space-saving solutions. From garage cabinets and floor coatings , we got you covered! Call us now at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form for a free quote.

3 Ways to Prevent Stains on Your Concrete Garage Floor

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:51:59 GMT

3 Ways to Prevent Stains on Your Concrete Garage Floor

Concrete is a suitable material for garage floors because of its unmatched durability, excellent resistance to wear and tear, and ease of maintenance. It is, however, porous, which means it can absorb moisture and other liquids, resulting in stains that are too hard to remove.

Fortunately, there are ways you can prevent these from accumulating on your concrete garage floor. The garage organization experts of Innovative Spaces, Inc. share three of them below.

1. Apply a Sealer

A sealer is a protective film that’s applied on the surface of your concrete garage floor. Once dried, it forms a hard outer layer that protects the non-porous material from spills and splatters. Sealers come in different types, but the most commonly used is a clear one that protects the bare concrete while preserving its overall appearance.

2. Consider a Polished Concrete Finish

The look of polished concrete is sure to boost the aesthetic appeal of your garage. It is a glossy, mirror-like finish that makes the flooring material easy to clean and maintain. It is something worth considering if you are planning to tackle a garage remodeling project.

3. Use Epoxy Coating

However, if you want your concrete garage floor to achieve full protection against stains while still keeping its durability, an epoxy coating is the way to go. With this, you’ll never have to worry about oil and liquid spills staining your floor. If you’re in a rush to make your garage floor look good, installing this floor coating can take between 24 to 48 hours to complete!

At Innovative Spaces, Inc., we specialize in high-quality garage floor coating installations. Our products are durable and designed to last thanks to our high-grade FLEXCore hybrid polymer technology. Count on us for your other needs as well, including garage closet renovations and updates to home offices and laundry rooms. Call us now at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form for a free consultation.

3 Creative Ideas to Consider for Your Flex Room

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:51:58 GMT

3 Creative Ideas to Consider for Your Flex Room

1. Craft Room

The creatives in your family deserve a separate room. Transform your flex room into a grand craft room by lining up your walls with shelves as storage for everyone’s hobbies and supplies. To tie up the look of the room, place a large table with a surface area large enough to tackle one or more projects.

2. Nursery

Are you welcoming a new member of a family? You may turn your flex room into a nursery complete with a crib and lots of storage for all your baby’s needs. There will also be nights when your baby will be extremely fussy, so having your own bed in the room is a good idea. With ORG Home®’s Murphy beds line, you can put your own bed in the room without it taking up too much space when not in use. ORG Home®’s Flip-up Desk Murphy bed in particular, can provide storage space for your baby’s toys and other items during the day while giving you a place to sleep in during the night.

3. Library

The readers in your family deserve a well-lit and quiet space for reading. If you have a lot of books and other reading materials, it would make sense to turn your flex room into a library. One of ORG Home’s Murphy Bed products have central bookshelves part in the middle, revealing a queen-size bed frame. When not in use, the bed can be folded up and remains hidden behind sliding bookcases to create a spacious feeling in your library or home office.

At Innovative Spaces, Inc., we can help you turn your flex room into a functional space with our Murphy bed solutions. Call us now at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form for a free consultation.

Clear Signs It’s Time to Have a Kitchen Pantry Makeover

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:56:10 GMT

Clear Signs It’s Time to Have a Kitchen Pantry Makeover

An organized kitchen pantry can save you time and money. Finding kitchen items and supplies is easy, so you won’t make unnecessary or double purchases at the grocery. If you want to maximize the space in your kitchen pantry and improve its convenience, here are some signs that you should go ahead with your plan.

Cabinet Doors Feel Stiff and Screeches

Due to rust and corrosion, aging cabinet doors lose or can no longer maintain their lubrication. If your doors still feel stiff and make screeching noise while opening or closing after applying lubrication, you should consider hinge replacement. Home and garage remodeling specialists could help in this regard and bring new life to your kitchen cabinets.

Cooking Feels Tiring

Deep cabinets can store dozens of packets, pre-packaged goods and other pantry items. This benefit becomes a disadvantage if your pantry is poorly organized. This can make the thought of cooking feel exhausting because you have no idea where to find the ingredients you need.

Food Items Are Left Untouched and Expired

Of course, when you’re not cooking much, the food items and products in your cabinet will be left untouched until they reach their expiration date. If you often find expired ingredients in your pantry cabinets, this is a sure sign it’s time to throw them out and reorganize your space. You can also choose to remodel your kitchen with professional pantry and closet renovations services.

You Leave Your Groceries in Bags

Disorganized cabinets filled with expired items will also discourage you from taking out items from grocery bags. So if you need an ingredient, you shuffle inside the bag instead of checking your cabinets for the necessary items. If you always have several grocery bags on your countertop, this means you should start reorganizing and remodeling your pantry.

If you want to have easy access to food items and kitchen supplies, Innovative Spaces, Inc. can help you with your pantry makeover. We also offer garage organization and remodeling services. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a quote.

Home Upgrades That Will Increase Your Property’s Value

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:56:09 GMT

Home Upgrades That Will Increase Your Property’s Value

Here are some popular home improvements that can increase your property’s value.

Exterior Improvements

Many successful real estate agents see curb appeal as a huge factor in attracting buyers. If your siding is still in good shape, make sure to clean it up or apply a fresh coat of paint. If there are some broken sections on your porch, better repair them before listing your property. Ensure your yard is trimmed as well — a lush, green space will certainly be an appealing feature for families.

Laundry Room

A laundry room is one of the simplest upgrades that can add value to your property. If you have a spare room on your first floor, you can remove the furniture there and replace the floor with non-slippery flooring. Then, add storage cabinets, a sink and an area for a washer and dryer. It doesn’t need a fancy design as long as it has all the basic features of a laundry room.

Garage Floor Finish

Add a coating on your garage floor to make it safer and more durable. Choose a high-quality finish to protect the floor from oil stains, scrapes and moisture.

Roof Replacement

A roof replacement is a significant expense, but it might just be necessary if your roofing system is already approaching the end of its life. Homebuyers typically wouldn’t want to buy a home and then spend on a roof replacement right after. When replacing your roof, ensure the warranty is transferable so that the home buyer can feel more confident in their decision.

You can always count on Innovative Spaces, Inc. for top-notch remodeling services. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a consultation.

How an Organized Closet Can Increase Your Quality of Life

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:56:08 GMT

How an Organized Closet Can Increase Your Quality of Life

Whether you have a small or large closet, a day or two of not being able to properly put away your stuff can lead to a huge mess. Generally, if you’re finding it hard to keep your closet from disarray, it could be an indication that your current setup isn’t working. It’s important to identify what’s making it difficult for you to maintain an organized closet. Once you do, you can enjoy the following benefits of an organized closet and have an improved quality of life.

Enhanced Clarity

A cluttered closet can make it difficult for you to select an outfit each day — which isn’t exactly how you want your day to start. It can make you feel disoriented and agitated, especially if you can’t find a particular clothing item. With closet renovations and reorganization, you can fix up the space and remove all distractions that affect your energy and frame of mind.

Easy Wardrobe Access

Decluttering and organizing your closet means you won’t have to go through enormous piles of clothes, shoes and accessories just to create the perfect outfit. One basic rule of closet organization is to put all in-season clothes at the front, so you can access them easily. Meanwhile, off-season clothes should be at the back of your closet or hidden away in storage. This will reduce the stress of finding appropriate clothes and free up some space in your closet.

More Closet Space

Organizing your closet allows you to do a quick inventory of the clothes you regularly wear and those that you no longer use. If you have several clothes, shoes and accessories that no longer spark joy, you can donate them to a charity, pass them on to friends who are interested or set up a garage sale. This will certainly free up a lot of space in your closet, allowing you to organize your stuff more efficiently. The same thing can also work for your garage, especially if it’s cluttered with unused items and you’re planning a garage remodeling project.

Money Savings

An organized closet can save you money since you you’d lose the tendency to buy duplicate clothing or accessories. In some cases, closets are so disorganized that people would rather purchase new clothes rather than dig through their drawers and cabinets.

Higher Property Value

A closet with flexible storage solutions and intuitive features can make your home more appealing to potential buyers. It can even increase your property’s resale value.

Innovative Spaces, Inc. is a closet and garage organization specialist that provides high-quality results to various clients. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a quote.

4 Ways to Maintain an Organized Home Office

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:56:07 GMT

4 Ways to Maintain an Organized Home Office

Your home office is a place where you should be able to focus on your tasks. However, since it houses several files and documents as well as office tools and equipment, the space can easily get cluttered, especially on a busy day.

To help you maintain an organized home office, here are four important things to keep in mind.

1. Declutter Regularly

Decluttering is more than just throwing waste and other unnecessary items in the trash. It also requires you to reorganize your space so that you can have easier access to your office essentials. That said, you should select the right storage solutions for your home office and the types of documents you typically deal with. Documents related to a project you’re currently working on should be placed in a file rack near your desk for easy access. If you’re juggling multiple projects, you can opt for a filing cabinet where you can rearrange the documents based on task priorities.

2. Use Drawer Organizers

Place plastic containers of various shapes and sizes in your drawers. These will allow you to organize paper notes, pencils and pens, paperclips and other small office items.

3. Add a Memo Board

A good ol’ whiteboard or bulletin board can help keep you mentally organized. You can write down your to-do’s for the day and week so that you’ll know at a glance where your focus should be. You can also put some reminders on sticky notes. If you want to be more economical with your space and you’re more comfortable with digital reminders, there are several apps that you can use across different devices.

4. Organize Your Cables

Wireless devices are generally more expensive, but they’re effective at eliminating an undesirable mass of cables and wires all over your office. You can use heavy-duty and high-capacity power bars with USB slots to serve as your charging station. For devices or equipment that are wired, you should have cable ties, Velcro wraps or clamps to bunch cables and keep them in one place.

Innovative Spaces, Inc. specializes in high-quality home organization solutions. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation.

4 Laundry Room Design Mistakes You Should Avoid

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:56:06 GMT

4 Laundry Room Design Mistakes You Should Avoid

The laundry room is arguably the most-used utility room in your home and a good design can make it more functional and easier to use. Laundry room and garage remodeling company Innovative Spaces, Inc. takes a look at common laundry room design mistakes you need to avoid.

1. Poor drainage. No matter the design, you have to make sure that your laundry room has proper drainage. One of the most common washing machine problems is overflow caused by clogging, and you’ll want to make sure that the laundry area has proper drainage to prevent water from leaking into the surrounding rooms. In addition to proper drain placement, the floor has to be sloped towards the drain.

2. Improper ventilation. The washing machines and dryers produce the humidity that should be vented out. This is why laundry areas are typically located against an exterior wall. If your laundry area doesn’t already have a dryer vent, you have to have one installed, ideally with an exhaust fan. Installing a dryer vent will require drilling into the exterior wall. If you’re not confident doing this, hire a contractor, handyman, or a home and garage organization company that offers such services. Ventilation vents connected to your HVAC system can also help dehumidify your laundry area.

3. Not making the most out of available storage space. Laundry areas tend to be relegated to small corners, which means storage tends to be limited. This is a good opportunity to get creative with your laundry area storage. At the very least, you’ll need space for detergent, dryer sheets, and other supplies, perhaps a folding table for folding and ironing clothes. A front-loading washing machine can be placed on top of sturdy cube shelves (like those made by ORG) for convenience and lower-level storage.

4. Insufficient lighting. The laundry area requires a practical approach to lighting, which means you should prioritize task lighting over mood lighting. Under-cabinet or shelf lighting are great alternatives to spotlighting when you have limited space for fixtures. However, they must be carefully planned so they don’t look tacked on.

Need help designing and building your dream laundry area? Innovative Spaces, Inc. provides solutions for laundry room and closet renovations , among others. Give us a call at (574) 247-1999, or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.

Why You Should Leave Garage Floor Coating to the Pros

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:56:05 GMT

Why You Should Leave Garage Floor Coating to the Pros

Garage floor coatings offer many benefits, from giving your garage a beautiful look to extending its life span. If you’re considering installing your own garage floor coatings, read on as Innovative Spaces, Inc. discusses the reasons why you should leave it to the pros.

Convenience

The main reason why people hire professionals for anything is also the simplest: convenience. Having your garage floor professionally coated means you can devote your time and effort towards work, family, or other things in your daily routine. In comparison, taking the DIY route means one has to set aside a day or two to prepare your garage, buy or rent the equipment, and finally apply the coatings. First-timers will also need to set aside more time to research the process and compare products.

The upfront cost may be higher compared to doing it yourself. However, the floor coating application process is more complex than merely painting the garage floor. The substrate, usually concrete, must be prepared using a diamond grinder or shot blaster, akin to sanding wood before painting it. Issues like moisture leaking from the ground must also be fixed first before the first layer of coating can be applied. By leaving all the work to the pros, you won’t have to worry about all of these details.

Impeccable Quality

The phrase “professional quality” describes all of this in a nutshell, but let us elaborate. Garage flooring professionals are trained to make sure that the coatings are installed according to manufacturer specifications. This means the epoxy has to be mixed correctly, applied with the right thickness, and allowed to cure fully, resulting in a durable garage floor. DIY application, on the other hand, can be easily identified by uneven surfaces, discoloration, and bubbles and blisters in the epoxy.

Warranty

Garage floor professionals like us stand behind the quality of our work, which means installation mistakes will be corrected at little or no extra cost. In comparison, a DIYer would have to spend money out of their own pocket to correct a mistake, which may involve hiring a professional. It’s also worth noting that mistakes are more likely to happen with inexperienced installers than with professionals.

Innovative Spaces, Inc. provides garage renovation services, including floor coatings and storage solutions. Give us a call at (574) 247-1999 , or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.

Smart Pantry Organization Tips From Professionals

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 14:11:29 GMT

Smart Pantry Organization Tips From Professionals

You know you have food in your pantry, but you just can’t find it. It could be challenging to locate things if you have an unorganized space. Poor organization could lead to several issues, such as forgetting ingredients until they expire and purchasing unnecessary items because you thought you don’t have them. A local pantry and garage remodeling expert saves you from these kinds of hassle with these tips.

Create Zones

The first step in creating an organized pantry is to bring together items of the same kind. For instance, it helps to have spices, sauces and other condiments in one location. Wouldn’t it be hard to find spaghetti noodles when they are in the same place as your snacks? Aside from having a system, you will spend less time looking for things by organizing items into zones.

You Don’t Need to Put Everything in Containers

Many homeowners place ingredients and food items in containers to organize them. Pantry and garage organization experts agree that doing so will involve throwing out the packaging. It means you will lose track of expiration dates. Instead of putting food items in jars, keep them in baskets without removing them from their original packaging. You can also place them on a shelf with labels.

Carefully Choose What You Place on Eye-Level Shelves

You want to store the food you frequently eat or love at eye level. These shelves should also contain items nearing their expiration date. It’s one of the best methods to avoid food wastage.

Keep Everyone Involved

Maintaining an organized pantry is a team effort. It wouldn’t be possible if other family members will not participate in the process. Everyone in the household must be aware of where things are. They also need to understand the importance of putting items back in their proper places.

At Innovative Spaces, Inc., we are committed to helping you create attractive and functional spaces. We specialize in pantry, garage and closet renovations. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a free consultation.

What Are the Secrets to a Hardworking Mudroom?

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 20:07:55 GMT

What Are the Secrets to a Hardworking Mudroom?

Mudrooms are used for keeping shoes, coats and things you need to grab before going outside. Today, these spaces have become the focal point of many homes. Careful planning and the right features will allow you to create an attractive, organized and functional space. Read on to discover the secrets to a hardworking mudroom.

Dedicate Space for All Family Members

A smart way to keep your mudroom organized is to have a dedicated space for each family member. You can use drawers or stage boxes labeled with the names of your family. Allowing your kids to decorate bins would also make a fun activity.

Add Generous Amounts of Hooks

Your mudroom would not be complete without hooks because they serve various purposes and keep things in place. You can use them for hanging your bags, coats and scarves. Choose hooks without sharp edges to avoid creating holes in fabrics. They must also be strong enough to handle heavy items.

Choose Durable and Low-Maintenance Flooring

Since heavy foot traffic is common in mudrooms, you want to invest in flooring that is durable and easy to maintain. It should also be a nonporous material to ensure it doesn’t absorb dirt and mud from shoes. Some popular flooring options for this area include ceramic tile, sealed wood and slate.

Include a Sink

If you have sufficient room, consider adding a sink to your mudroom. With an area for cleaning up before entering the house, you can reduce dirt and mess in your living space. It’s also ideal for families with pets to keep furry friends from spreading dirt indoors.

Are you thinking about giving your mudroom a much needed makeover? At Innovative Spaces, Inc., we’re here to make your spaces more attractive, useful and inviting. Call us at (574) 247-1999 or fill out our contact form to request a free consultation.