Fall Fix-Up Projects to Knock Out Before the Weather Turns

As the air turns crisp and summer fades into fall, it’s the perfect time to tackle those long-postponed DIY projects before colder weather sets in. Whether you’re organizing your garage, upgrading your workshop, or just getting your space ready for the busy season ahead, industrial pipes and fittings from PIPE DECOR® make it easy to build durable, stylish storage and workspace solutions.

Here are a few DIY projects you can knock out this fall—no pro needed.

1. DIY Garage Hooks for Tools & Gear

Fall is prime time for clearing out the garage. Create sturdy, wall-mounted hooks using pipe fittings to hold garden tools, bikes, hoses, backpacks, or sports gear.

What you’ll need:

• flanges

• 90° elbows

• Short pipe nipples (4–6”)

Mount the floor flanges to studs, thread in your pipes and elbows, and you’ve got heavy-duty hooks that actually look good. Customize the layout based on your wall space—single rows or vertical ladders both work great.

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2. Build a DIY Utility Cart

Need extra surface space for your workshop or laundry room? A DIY utility cart using PIPE DECOR® fittings can be built to your dimensions and needs.

Materials checklist:

• 4 caster wheels

• Pipe fittings for legs and handles (tees, elbows, flanges)

• 3 wood shelves (cut to size)

Stacked shelving with mobility makes it easy to organize your tools, cleaning supplies, or seasonal decorations. Add a raw wood finish for a rustic look or paint it for a pop of color.

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3. Open Shelving for the Workshop

Fall is also a great time to prep your workspace for winter projects. Pipe-and-wood shelving offers strong, easy-to-customize storage that works in any workshop or garage.

You’ll need:

• Floor flanges

• Pipes in your preferred length (based on shelf height)

• Elbows or tees (depending on shelf layout)

• Solid wood planks

Install directly into studs for a rock-solid hold. These shelves can hold heavy tools, paint cans, and project materials without sagging. You can even stagger the layout to fit between wall studs or windows.

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4. Overhead Storage Rack

Make use of vertical space in the garage or basement with a ceiling-mounted pipe rack. It’s ideal for storing seasonal items, camping gear, or bulk paper products.

To build one, you’ll need:

• Flanges

• Long vertical pipes (for drop-down height)

• Cross fittings and shorter horizontal pipes

Screw the ceiling flanges into ceiling joists, build your rectangle rack frame, and you’ve got overhead storage that stays out of your way.

Get Ready for Fall DIY

These fall fix-up projects don’t require advanced tools or carpentry skills. All you need is a little time, a few quality pipe fittings, and the motivation to make your space work harder for you.

And there’s never been a better time to start on your next DIY project beca

The best part? You can build everything to fit your space perfectly. No more one-size-fits-all shelving or clunky carts that barely fit. Just industrial-strength style and storage that lasts.

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