How Wall Shelves and Storage Racks Shrink Your Garage’s Usable Width
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Wall shelves and storage racks eat into your garage’s usable width because they stick out from the wall, even when loaded with just bins or tools. That extra few inches per side—especially if you install them on both walls—can turn a tight two-car space into a one-car squeeze. You might not notice until you try to open your car door fully or walk past a stack of boxes, but suddenly that clear path narrows, making it harder to move around without bumping elbows or scraping paint.