3 of 11: 2007:09:03 10:23:16
If the walls are bare, this is a perfect opportunity to install a good electrical system. Most garages look like a dungeon with one lousy light bulb and one electrical outlet. I installed a separate circuit breaker, lots of outlets and some switched outlets on the ceiling (for lights). Walls were insulated, drywalled and then painted. The paint job does not have to be great, but white surfaces go a long way in making everything look bright. Ceiling was also painted, and cellulose insulation was blown in the attic. This insulation keeps the area cool in summer and warm in winter, and if it the garage is attached to the house, it also helps save utility bills for the whole house. The garage door was sealed with Reflectix insulation, which is the same stuff used in auto window reflectors.