Increasing Barn Efficiency

Barns provide a great place to store your materials, livestock, vehicles, etc. However, they also have a tendency to become cluttered. While this might not seem like the end of the world, a disorganized barn can make it difficult to find what you need. Luckily, these tips from Knight Outdoor Products can help you organize your barn in order to increase efficiency. 

Customize Your Barn

One simple way to increase efficiency is to customize your barn based on your needs. For example, build your shelves and hanging hooks in such a way that they are easy to access for someone of your height. If you have back issues, hang more shelving and store things in lighter boxes to reduce your risk of strain. 

Hang Things Up

Not only does hanging things up eliminate potential tripping hazards, but it also helps keep things cleaner. If you run out of wall space, you can try hanging things from the ceiling. 

Group Things Together

Keeping like materials together is a simple yet effective way to stay organized. For example, if you use your barn to store hay, try to group it all in one place instead of mixing it in with your tools and other belongings. 

Color Code Your Tools

We highly recommend that you color code your tools and the hooks that they hang on, with each tool having its own color and its own hook. That way, even someone who has never visited you before will know how many tools there should be and where they should go. You’ll be able to tell at a glance if something is missing! Painting the handles of your tools a bright color can also make them easier to find at the end of the day.

Think Multipurpose

With a little creativity, you can really make the most out of limited barn space. For example, large and sturdy tables can serve various purposes and quickly be cleared off when you start a new project.

Get Rid of Waste

Barns have an unfortunate tendency to accumulate clutter, items that you aren’t using now but might have a use for in the future. Do an inventory check of your barn every once in a while. If you haven’t used an item in several years and don’t plan to use it in the near future, consider giving it away.

For more information or to shop our selection of barns, visit Knight Outdoor Products. We have locations in Sealy and Weimar, Texas. We also offer servicing, financing, and viewings. We are proud to serve communities like Sugar Land and Houston, Texas, and we hope to see you soon.