Recent content by confusedcarp

Thank you! Been there, done that! Not shown in my planning stages were the full-sized bandsaw, a cabinet router table, and a large rolling dust collector that I had to sell because my eyes were bigger than my space 😣

Thank you! I don't have the table saw yet. It will be one of the last things I'll buy as it'll be a beast to move. I plan on buying a sawstop professional cabinet saw. It has a rip capacity of 30". Since my space is so small, I won't get the extension kit for it. If I have to rip anything...

A quick update because I'm quite pleased with the new lights which my electrician friend installed yesterday. I did say that I needed lots of light for woodworking and boy did he deliver. At 4000k each, three on each side, it's like working outside in bright sunlight. I think it's appropriate...

Ceiling Unlike the rockwool, this wasn't an easy step, especially for someone doing it by themselves. The material I chose was pre-painted shiplap which I picked up on sale. I could have gone with something cheaper, however I wanted a more finished look to it. The shiplap boards were also easier...

It's been awhile since last I posted but I've not been idle. I've completed spray foam insulation around the doors/window, installed rockwool, and put the ceiling up. Window and Door Insulation I used Great Stuff Window + Door low expansion foam coupled with a metal spray gun by the same brand...

I'm starting to think that this heater is more trouble than it's worth. I really wanted a low profile heater that was tucked away in the wall. However, moisture inside the heater and possibly the wall is a big concern. Yes, I can bring it out to stuff insulation behind there, but then I'll still...

There's not a lot of room. What are the downsides of not putting R behind it other than energy loss? Also, does my plan seem like it would create a reasonable air-seal?

None. The heater box is right against the back of the bay, against the plywood. Interesting! Unfortunately not in my part of the world. Or at least not that I know of.

I've come up with a slightly different solution. I've mocked it up in Sketchup. If anyone would be able to please take a look and let me know what you think, I would be most appreciative! If anything isn't clear, please let me know. Not shown, I would also seal the edges of the can where it...

The response from the company was a little vague. The wall can doesn't get that hot, so insulation touching the sides is fine as long as it isn't paper backed. As for poly, there was no firm answer. I think I will build a frame around the heater, put the poly around the frame and seal it with...

A very good question! It says nothing related to insulation or vapour barriers. The only thing that comes close is the phrase "approved for outside walls." Of course your question brought up the obvious: I should contact the manufacturer directly. Duh. I ain't the sharpest tool in the shed...

I have a roughed-in electric wall heater in my detached workshop. I'm currently insulating the shop with rockwool and installing poly over top. Do I just run poly behind it and air-seal the wires with fire-retardant foam? And can rockwool go against the metal box? If it matters, this is an...

Gutters and Rain Chain AKA the outside is finished!* Hanging gutters wasn't as hard as I thought it would be, even working alone. I did the first run a couple of days ago. I'm not super happy with how the bottom spout looks but the most important part is it channels the water away from the...

It's a toss up between sanded ply and beaded pine paneling. Plywood is cheaper but doesn't look as nice. Beaded pine is twice as expensive but it looks nice and apropos for a wood shop. I briefly considered drywall, but decided against it based on it being easy to damage and get dingy. Thanks...

Thanks! It's remarkable how much they add to the finished look of something. An electrician is doing the interior. Good idea for the lights, but they're already run. It's a small space anyways, so nbd if I need to turn on the lights quickly. After pulling off all the rotting and peeling trim...