DIY Garage & Storage Solutions with PIPE DECOR®

Fall is the perfect time to clean out the garage and set up storage that actually works. Real steel pipes and fittings from PIPE DECOR® make tough, good-looking systems that you can size to your space. Build wall shelves, tool organizers, bike hooks, and a mobile utility cart, then head into winter with everything off the floor and easy to find.

Why pipe is perfect for garage storage

• Strength you can trust. Steel pipes handle heavy loads when installed into studs.

• Modular and customizable. Cut or swap lengths to fit tight corners, long walls, or odd nooks.

• Clean, industrial look. Pair with wood for a warm, workshop feel.

• Weather aware. Use galvanized pipe in damp garages, or clean and seal black steel for protection.

Tools you will use: tape measure, stud finder, level, drill/driver, wood screws, anchors for masonry, pipe wrench, safety gear.

Project 1: Wall-Mounted Garage Shelves

Keep bins and paint cans off the floor with a simple pipe shelving system.

Parts list

• Floor flanges (mounting plates)

• 90° elbows or tees

• Short nipples for standoffs

• Straight pipe sections to set shelf depth

• Wood boards or plywood tops

How to build

1. Locate studs and mark your shelf heights.

2. Assemble each bracket: flange + short nipple + elbow + short nipple.

3. Fasten brackets into studs, keeping them level and spaced 16 to 24 inches apart.

4. Set wood on top and secure from below with short screws.

Pro tips

• Use ¾ in. pipe for deep, heavy-duty shelves.

• Seal wood so spills wipe clean.

• Add a rear stretcher pipe beneath the board for longer runs.

Project 2: Tool Organizer Rail

Turn a blank wall into a grab-and-go station for hammers, garden tools, and extension cords.

Parts list

• Flanges

• Straight pipe to span your wall

• Tees for additional branches

• Caps for safe finished ends

• S-hooks or carabiners for hanging tools

How to build

1. Mount two flanges into studs.

2. Thread in a pipe to form a horizontal rail.

3. Add tees where you want short vertical pegs for frequently used tools.

4. Cap all ends. Hang tools with S-hooks, straps, or loops.

Pro tips

• Install a second rail lower on the wall for kids’ gear.

• Add a short shelf above the rail for small boxes and chargers.

Project 3: Bike Hooks and Storage

Clear the floor and protect your wheels with a sturdy pipe system.

Option A: Horizontal wall rack

• Two flanges and short pipes spaced to match your bike’s frame.

• Cover ends with caps and wrap with grip tape to protect paint.

Option B: Overhead hanging rail

• Two ceiling-mounted flanges tied into joists.

• A single pipe with S-hooks or webbing straps for multiple bikes.

Install tips

• Anchor into studs or joists only.

• Check strap and hook ratings, then leave extra capacity for safety.

• Add a small pipe shelf under the rack for helmets and lights.

Project 4: Rolling Utility Cart

A mobile cart keeps tools and cleaning supplies close to the job and parked neatly when you are done.

Parts list

• Four flanges for shelf corners

• Tees and 90° elbows for the frame

• Straight pipes for uprights and crossbars

• Two or three wood shelves

• Four locking casters

How to build

1. Build the lower rectangle with elbows, tees, and flanges, then add casters.

2. Thread uprights into the corners and lock them with tees where the middle shelf will sit.

3. Add the top frame and tighten.

4. Screw wood shelves to the flanges.

Pro tips

• Add a towel bar by threading a short pipe between two tees on the side.

• Use a rear crossbar for extra rigidity if you store heavy liquids.

Planning and protection

• Measure twice. Sketch your wall and list the parts before you shop.

• Choose the right finish. Galvanized for moisture, sealed black steel for rich color.

• Prep metal. Wipe pipes with degreaser, dry thoroughly, then seal to resist rust and fingerprints.

• Load smart. Shelves feel stronger when fastened into every stud they cross.

Ready-to-build kits or custom parts

Want quick success? Start with a PIPE DECOR® shelf kit or hook kit, then expand with individual fittings to match your layout. Prefer total control. Build from scratch with flanges, tees, elbows, and your choice of pipe lengths. Either way, you get industrial strength and a clean look that fits your garage.

Organize smarter this season with PIPE DECOR®.