What You Should Consider When Creating a Garage Gym
If you aren't using your garage to store a car or shop equipment, you can repurpose the space as a gym. The location is almost ideal thanks to the open floor area and high ceiling, but it will need some work from a home contractor to make it a practical place to exercise. Here's what you and your home contractor should consider when planning the remodel.
Temperature Control
Garages typically aren't hooked up to the home's HVAC system and may not even be insulated. You'll need to add insulation and then refinish the walls. You might also need wall air conditioning and heating units, or you may be able to extend your home's central heating ducts to the garage, depending on the size of the space, how powerful your HVAC equipment is, and where the ducts are currently.
Flooring
Most garages have a plain concrete floor, which is porous and absorbs stains from the cars and tools that have been stored in it. You'll want to refinish the floor with something durable, attractive, and easy to clean. Decorative concrete is a simple option, which you can finish with epoxy flooring. They can be customized with a range of colors and designs to make this space your own.
Equipment Placement
If you're planning to install large equipment such as benches, squat racks, and various weight machines, they may need to be secured to the wall, floor, or ceiling to prevent any accidents. Depending on the design of the garage, your home contractor might need to reinforce some areas to make them strong enough for this purpose. You should also plan storage options like shelves and racks for free weights and other equipment, depending on what you want to keep in your home gym.
When you're ready for a home contractor to add your new gym floor, choose Roider Contracting in Columbia, IL. Serving Monroe and St. Clair counties, these custom builders offer unique, individually tailored designs, including beautiful decorative concrete and epoxy flooring. To get started, see some of their options online or call (314) 807-0492 to schedule an appointment.
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