She Builds A Simple Table That Keeps Her Lawn Mower Stored Away

Lawn mowers can take up considerable space in a garage or shed. Even models marketed as compact can be difficult to tuck away when they're not in use, particularly during the winter months. Having the right storage setup can make a big difference, as it can help prevent lawn mower damage. However, finding a storage solution with enough room to accommodate even a standard mower can be challenging. Fortunately, TikTok user ooliviakathleenn has shared a clever DIY project that makes storing this bulky lawn care equipment easier. In a video she uploaded, she gives a step-by-step guide on how to build a simple storage table for a mower using scrap wood.

In the clip, she begins by dismantling a scrapped frame. She then measures the lawn mower before cutting the reclaimed boards to size and assembling them into a storage table. Since the structure will also double as storage for a snow blower, the TikToker attaches one side of the table to the wall for additional support. Once assembled, she sands the entire structure and paints it brown. The result is a practical, space-saving table for storing a lawn mower underneath and a snow blower on top. By adopting this design for your own mower, you can make better use of your garage space while embracing the trendy appeal of multifunctional furniture. 

Aside from helping protect the machine from accidental damage when it's not in use, proper lawn mower storage keeps it in a designated spot so it doesn't add to the clutter of a shed or garage full of tools, equipment, and supplies. Tucking the mower inside a cabinet may seem like the best solution, but more often than not, standard cabinets lack the size and weight capacity needed to accommodate the machine while allowing easy access. Ooliviakathleenn's DIY storage table won't completely conceal your lawn mower, but it offers a practical alternative by providing additional storage space or a work surface above the machine.

IIf you're building your own version of this storage table, consider making it wide enough to accommodate another piece of equipment alongside your mower. Placing a snow blower or other heavy equipment on the table can pose a safety risk if the structure isn't designed to support the weight or the equipment isn't properly secured. A wider table could allow both pieces of equipment to sit side by side underneath, eliminating the need to store heavy machinery on the tabletop. This arrangement also frees up the tabletop for lighter items, such as hand tools, gardening supplies, or other outdoor gear. You can even use the surface as an additional work counter if space is limited inside the shed or garage.