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Last pic...an "L" shaped staircase will come up to the attic. 4' platform at the bottom of this opening to catch an 8' staircase, and then the last 4' of stairs will go to the right away from the wall. Pics once it's in. Just need to frame the south gable window and finish the siding. Next is concrete prep(heated floor setup). Then garage doors.


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Siding complete!!


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The siding is rough cut pine...1x12". Battons are 3/4x3". I'm supposed to have a door consultant come out soon. I've looked at a lot of designs and like carriage style doors. I'm open to suggestions on what might look nice. I definitely want insulated doors though.


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Vintage.....That is a great looking barn for sure.!!!! If you don't mind me asking.....how much ceiling height do you have upstairs. I didn't see it mentioned, unless I skipped over it.

And to agree with Buick....I also love the board and batten look. You've a fantastic place. Looking forward to more pics as you move along.

BTW....Welcome to Garage Journal. One thing that you will find out belonging to this site, it cost money. Mucho dollars. It will cost you in a television, a stereo system, tools, paint, redo this....redo that. You will need more and more. The wife will take a back seat to the garage. Well that is dependent on whether you can get her to pose beside your toolbox. :lol: :rocker:

Once you enter the Garage realm, there is not much escaping. You will meet new friends that will corrupt you into spending more on your garage. You will have others that will corrupt you into spending more on tools. You will find out that as far as tools and a garage, that you didn't have a clue as to what you would be up against when you arrived here.

Just like the Eagles song, Hotel California.......

Last thing I remember, I was
Running for the door
I had to find the passage back to the place I was before
'Relax' said the night man,
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You can check out any time you like,
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I'm falling in love all over again...haha. The attic has a height of 7'6" and the floor is 12' wide. Believe it or not, this wasn't as expensive as it looks. But the cost will continue to go up as I add concrete/electric/insulation/car lift/expensive toys...haha:)


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hmmm..

i never thought about the attic trusses but really like what i see. im doin about the same size as you also. and love the wood siding. will wood be a major maintenance issue down the road? man this thing is beautiful.

great shop!!!!
 
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Thanks saliv8... I have another building vw 60 year old pine that was never treated. It aged nicely. I do intend to stain/seal this a little darker. I would imagine it will look nice if I dobthat every five years or so. But truth be told, I'm 35 and I could leave it as is and likely not have to replace anything in my lifetime. That's as long as I use some silicone around doors and windows. The biggest issue is water splashing up from the ground. I will likely add gutters at some point to help w that issue. I hadn't planned on attic trusses at first but saw a picture on a website and was sold. The size is incredible. It has turned out even better than I imagined!


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Worse case scenario...I could put a metal "wainscoting" around the exterior in 25-35 years...it's only going to be an issue at the bottom and around doors and windows.


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Brought one of my toys home today... A buddy let me keep it in his garage for the last year. Nice to look out my front window and have it here finally.


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Hey, I may be from The Great White North, but have you considered laying styrofoam on top of gravel & then put your mesh on top? I read you are putting pex in floor in the concrete....better to have the heat go UP, then heating the ground beneath it. It may cost a few more dollars to do, but you will save in heating costs. Again, congrats on your nice building !
 
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Boolerdude...I've changed my mind about radiant floor. The more it considered my usage, I just couldn't justify the cost. I will primarily use the building for storage. I do intend to put a wall in and close the bay with the tall door by itself. Insulate that section well, and then use a propane furnace that I already have (it was free to boot) to heat the area quickly when I need to work in the colder months. I just couldn't see running a heating system for long periods of time to maintain the heat in the slab. Did I mention the quote I got for 2" foam board, pex, and the two manifolds?...just under $5,000 from the local supplier. I know that is outrageous and I talked to others, but it made me step back and look at what I really want/need. I haven't regretted the decision so far. Slab is scheduled to be poured Tuesday. 6'x48' in front of ship Thursday. I am so excited to have the concrete done. Thanks for the compliments...I really like how it has turned out too!


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Just a few last things to do before concrete comes Tuesday. Install hydrant...I'm going to have a small sink that I hook up to the hydrant during warm months...putting an inlet/drain for that, and a PVC for electrical as well.


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Thanks...After the slab tomorrow and stairs to the loft I plan to take a break on it. I will put in electric and insulate layer on .


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Not always the case, but mine is. He's a workaholic...so it's been a great motivator to have him helping.


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Glad to see another Shenandoah Valley on here.. Im south of Hburg. If you don't mind me asking, what company did you use for the Garage? Or is this all self built and planned?
 
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awesome shop vintage. i love it. I start on mine next week.

What is just as awesome is your cars in there. please tell me about those beauties!!! what a shop!
 
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Airborne...I saw an ad in The Valley Trader for Tam Lapp Construction. They are based out of York PA. They specialize in pole buildings. I had intended to build it all myself, but for the price and time involved, it was cheaper to have them do it. They had a sub contractor named Stoney Ridge Construction put it up. 3 Amish guys in their early 20s. I've never seen 3 guys work as quick and efficiently. They worked 27 hours in 2 days and had it under roof with soffit and facia. Wall girts as well. The price was $3k less than the local contractor with a few extras even. I was thoroughly impressed. If you would happen to go with them let me get my name to you for a reference and they send me $100 :). All the timber clearing my dad and I did. Neighbor did the excavation. Dad and I did doors/windows /siding. We did all the concrete prep and had a local guy finish it. I will wire it w/ some help from my bro in law and cousin who are electricians. I plan to finish the interior w salvaged barn siding for the top 8' and salvaged tin (some rusty) the bottom 4'. I sell classic car parts and other antiques , so eventually there will be old car grills and signs on the walls.

Saliv8...glad to hear you are starting yours. The 1933 Ford is for sale...I plan to put it on eBay soon. 302 V8, C4 auto. It is going to pay for a good portion of my garage hopefully...that and my 28' enclosed trailer...hitting eBay soon too. I don't need it anymore now that I have my shop up. The 1968 Charger
R/T I've had for around 3 years. It's a numbers matching true
R/T and I don't ever plan on selling it. I buy and sell classics...usually 1 or 2 a year. My problem is that they always grow on me and I want to keep them all. Let me know the title of your build thread so I can follow it.


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I live in Broadway and Im planning to build a shop close to your size in new market where Im having a house built.... Do you mind sharing the price you paid for getting it just under roof like the picture you put up in the first few posts. Trying to decide what to do i have multiple prices from Stoneburner...
 
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