Fitting in a small garage is difficult—even for expert drivers. Take one erroneous step, and you might end up harming your car, your walls, and/or even the goods that you have in your garage. It is at this point that a garage car stopper will help you. The simple device assists you in parking your vehicle in the optimal position all the time, avoiding the risk of unpleasant and costly accidents, and brings you the feeling of safety.
The following is a guide on how to best install a garage car
stopper.
Step 1: Choose the Right Car Stopper
All car stoppers are different from each other.
Others are plastic or metal, and others are made out of rubber. Look at your
garage floor type, at the weight of your vehicle, and at how often you are
going to use the stopper. Rubber stoppers are often used in home garages since
they are durable, cheap, and easy to install.
Next, make sure that the stopper is correctly sized to the
measurement of your car and the space in your garage.
Step 2: Park Your Car in the Ideal Position
Put the car in the garage, exactly where you
prefer it to stop when you begin and end installation--be sure there is room in
front and behind as well as on the sides.
After being satisfied with the spot, use either chalk or
masking tape to mark where the front tyres are on the floor. Such markings will
determine where the stopper is to be inserted.
Step 3: Align the Car Stopper
Put your stopper in a position slightly in the rear of the
tyre marks, enough to make your tyres graze it as you arrive at the proper
parking position. Have it placed squarely across the wheel track.
Certain types of stoppers are pre-drilled to screw into
concrete, and other types have powerful adhesive backing. Instructions that
accompany your particular product should always be followed.
Step 4: Secure It in Place
If using screws:
● Make pilot holes in the concrete by using a hammer drill.
● Place anchors in it and screw them in to fix the stopper in its firm position.
In case of adhesive:
● Wash the floor well, getting out any dust, oil, or moisture.
● Tear the backing and place the stopper on any surface; press firmly.
● Leave the adhesive to dry completely, then park your car.
Step 5: Test It Out
After it has been installed, you need to test the positioning
by slowly driving your car into the garage. Your tyres ought to lightly tap
against the stopper, and this tells you that you parked fine. Adjust things
that are to be changed and then make the actual fix.
Consider Professional Installation Services
Though installation is something many
homeowners can do it DIY, you may consider doing it by an expert, particularly
when your garage floor is not even or in case you need to produce lasting
results. Installing a garage car stopper through
professional installation will also guarantee the right alignment and secure
fixing of the stopper, and give you peace of mind about your garage setup.
Final Thoughts
One sure and the easiest way of achieving more safety and precision, such safety equipment in your garage is by installing a garage car stopper. It takes a little advice—and perhaps a little professional assistance—but then you can leave all guesswork behind, and never tear out your hair anymore because you can no longer back into a parking spot.
