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From Garage to Cottage Learn to turn a disorganized space, into a functioning garage! From "Wasted Spaces" episode DWSP-107

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Finishing Wall

1. Cut out rough spaces for the windows by drilling pilot holes that show you where to begin cutting with a reciprocating saw. Each rough opening measures 2" larger than the window or door that is to be installed in it.

2. Use a circular saw to cut out the door hole from the end piece of siding.

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While framing, three openings were built...one for the door and two for windows. Measure the future locations of the windows and doors. Remember, the windows will go between the first two studs on each side.

Tips:

• It's a good idea to have an attractive door as an entrance to your area, especially one with windows to allow maximum sunlight.

• The siding used is a T-111 plywood and it will soak up a lot of the paint, so tint the primer to avoid having to do several coats.

• A reciprocating saw is a great tool to own. It can handle all sorts of jobs and will make any home improvement project much easier.

	When painting a surface like concrete block, make sure you use a primer to seal in the masonry.
	Install the windows from the outside by fitting them into the rough opening that was cut out for them.
	The door is installed in much the same way as the windows, except silicon caulk is used underneath the door sill. Other than that, it's the same process.

Painting Tips:

• Apply a primer to the walls, then apply a coat of exterior latex paint.

• A roller with a 1" neck is great for concrete block. Also, use a durable brush for hard to reach areas.

Windows and Doors Installation

1. To maintain style, try to match the windows to the ones used in the house. The two casement windows and the French door used are pre-hung units. This means that they come complete with frames and exterior trim (called brick molding).

2. Once the window is level and plumb, finishing nails are used to attach the brick molding to the T1-11 siding. This will hold the window in place.

3. Go inside and add shims to fill the space between the window frame and the rough opening framing. Drive nails in through the window frame, the shim and into the 2x6 framing.

4. Cut flashing tape to size and place it along the edges of the windows.

5. Since this is a garage and there is not going to be any interior trim, the window installation is complete.

Tips:

• A "casement" window opens outward, but double-hung windows slide up and down. A casement window is good for catching a breeze when it's open.

• When working on an exterior project like this, galvanized nails are a must.

• For a tight seal around the windows, use flashing tape to overlap the corners.

The steel frame is made up of two identical pieces, each consisting of a 7' vertical leg with two 30" arms. All of the pieces are bolted together and supported with a shorter steel angle brace.

Kayak Racks

1. The racks are a combination of 1-1/2" steel angle iron and wood.

2. The steel is for strength and the wood is used to mount the rack to the wall and to protect the kayaks from getting scratched.

3. Use a table saw to cut the steel to size.

Tips:

• You can get steel parts from a steel fabricator or a home center.

• The key to cutting steel is to bring the saw blade down very slowly. Take your time with this!

• The wood pieces were pre-painted to match the color on the walls.

• Mounting the kayaks on the wall is a great way to save space, while protecting the kayaks at the same time. Mounting them will also create an attractive way to display them.

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