5 upgrades for your garage to 3D print this weekend (Aug 21 - 23)

Published Aug 21, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT Tim has been covering technology for almost 20 years, in that time spanning a broad range of topics from security to product reviews. He is especially focused on the Apple ecosystem, productivity, and consumer advice. Over the years Tim has written thousands of articles, reviews, and round-ups in addition to producing video content and original photography. A graduate of journalism, he found his footing as a freelancer with a laptop and loves how he is able to work from practically anywhere. Now a Senior Editor for iPhone, Mac, and Smart Home at How-To Geek, Tim still loves to write. He can also be found crafting round-ups and productivity posts for the Zapier blog. Earlier in his career Tim spent nearly a decade as a writer and eventually Apple section editor for MakeUseOf. Tim currently lives in Brisbane, Australia. Outside of work he loves to hike and work out, play video games, and spend quality time with his wonderful partner and two cats Inka and Roger. If you’re lucky enough to have a garage, you’ve not only got a place to park your car but a place to keep things you don’t want in your house, like tools, bikes, and other outdoorsy items. I’m not lying when I say the garage is one of the most useful “rooms” in my house, but it could be better with a few of these 3D prints. Garage parking guide A very simple parking aid Credit: Radek / MakerWorld My garage is very small, so I have to take care to park in just the right spot if I want to be able to open my door or access anything else that’s stored in there. If you have similar space constraints (or you’re particular about parking in the same “sweet spot” every time), this handy garage parking guide might help. Mount it on the wall alongside the driver’s window, and use the visual guide to figure out when you’re in the perfect spot. If the center line is to the left of the top and bottom lines, you pull forward (and vice versa if it’s to the right). When the lines are all lined up, you’re done. Vertically-mounted wall organizers You’re spoiled for choice The garage is the one place in your home (or separate from your home, in some cases) where utility reigns supreme over aesthetics. One of the best ways to achieve this is to cover the whole thing in usable storage, including the walls. If you own a 3D printer, your options in this regard are near-limitless. Multiboard is one such free platform with paid bolt-ons that allows you to attach everything from shelves and bins to hooks, pegs, threads, rails, and more to your wall. The basics are free, while part generators, stacks, and pre-made packs of items require a paid membership. For a truly free organization system, you could use openGrid instead. The platform encourages community members to add their own ideas and remix models to expand what’s possible. The framework also works with existing projects like Gridfinity, TinyRack, Underware for managing cables on your desk, and others. Honeycomb Storage Wall (HSW) takes a similar approach. The other option is to go full IKEA and buy Skadis boards for your garage. There are a huge number of 3D-printed Skadis add-ons that have been contributed by the community, including this megapack of models. While Skadis is a cheap way of getting started, you can also print your own Skadis boards to fit awkward spaces or expand existing storage. Hooks galore Just be mindful of material and weight Credit: Efeitos3d / MakerWorld Hooks are boring, I get it, but they’re also incredibly useful. Being able to pick a hook that’s just right for the job, generate your own, or scale an existing model up or down to suit is a huge benefit to owning a 3D printer. Be careful about using 3D-printed hooks for anything particularly heavy, making sure that you print your model in a manner that promotes maximum durability. With that in mind, hooks are great for getting annoying items out of the way like extension cords, tools, and anything else you might want to get off the ground. Bicycle stand and helmet holder Stand your bike up or steady it on the wall Credit: Efeitos3d / MakerWorld I used to have to keep my bike inside the house before I moved somewhere that actually has a garage, and it’s a game changer. My current challenge is finding a place within the garage to store two bikes in a manner that neither is in the way. I’ve also visited a few places that have bike parking but no means of standing the bike up. I’m very close to printing myself an adjustable bike stand to solve this problem. This one has largely positive reviews, and the adjustable nature means it can fit road, commuter, and mountain bikes. The recommendation from commenters is to mount the front wheel, rather than the back. It needs half a kilo of PLA, but if you buy in bulk, that’ll only cost you around $6 (and you can pick your color of choice). Another option is a minimalist wall mount for holding your bike steady while it’s on the ground. There are mixed reviews on this, but the key appears to be making sure that your bike’s weight is firmly on the ground (you’re not hanging the bike; you’re holding it in place). Lastly, bike helmets are due for replacement if they take damage (like a drop). Print yourself a wall-mounted helmet holder and store it safely. Garage door exhaust vent Keep the air fresh and the door closed Credit: phaizzle1 / MakerWorld If your garage doubles up as a workshop or somewhere to store your 3D printer, there are times when you might want to keep it ventilated while the door is shut. It might be cold, or you might be going to bed while leaving a print running. In this case, an under-door garage vent will do the trick. There are many of these designs available (like this one and this one), designed to fit a variety of hoses and conform to different shapes. One trick is to use wood to raise the opening, then slot the vent into a gap between planks. Love making your house better with your 3D printer? Check out 3D prints for your kitchen and even more projects for your bedroom too.