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So how far apart should I put the furring strips? Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

If I strip it to the sheathing and the sheathing is in good shape though, would there be any reason I couldn't just attach the tin there, or is there a benefit to attaching it to 2x4s? Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

First of all, I really like to thank everyone for giving me their insight...it really has helped a lot. I've been up on this barn roof a couple times taking measurements, and while the shingles are definitely wore out, I don't think they're rotten per se. It seems that the holes are where...

I think I know what everyone's going to say, but as a newbie I'm still going to ask. I have a 60x75 barn that I'll be getting started on converting into a workshop/garage for automotive restoration. I'm doing this on a budget (aren't we all?) because with 5 young kids, what they need is more...

I hesitated even bringing this up, because I don't want you to think I'm badmouthing your efforts...and I'm not. You saw a need or want for something and built it, and it looks good. However, being as I'm a strict utilitarian, I'm wondering what I'm missing. I mean, what was your motivation was...

Looking good! :thumbup:

FRP stands for fiberglass reinforced plastic, which is just the coating which is applied to plywood or OSB. :) Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

But upon further investigation, I've decided that $70/sheet means that it's not feasible. I could probably find something semi-similar to coat my OSB walls with that'll do the same thing without breaking the bank. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

Thanks Ken....that's I was looking for. :) Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

Yes it does, but it's not a separate thin sheet, it's more like a coating on the OSB. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

A local contractor put up a new wall in my employers basement and sheeted it with this coated OSB. The white textured surface is similar to what you'd use around a bathtub. I asked him what it was called and he told me whiteboard, but looking that up in Google shows me dry - erase boards. So...

I tore down an old barn and saved one of the rails that a small sliding door would roll on. Attached it to the wall of my garage, and it's a perfect hanger for all my chains, binders, ratchet straps and bungee cords. They're off the floor and I can see everything at a glance. Very handy.

I picked up these four Cole Steel cabinets from the local newspaper that were used in their darkroom. Due to chemical spills, etc. there is some clean-up necessary as well as light sanding to remove surface rust, but they're complete and in great shape. Best part....they were free! :bounce: All...

Looking good! I'm guess that the offset door on the end was the reason you went with the 16' height? And the offset was for a specific purpose? You talked about moving in already, are you planning on doing any interior wall finishing beforehand?

Since my shop's office will be designed with late-60s/early-70s motif, when I saw this clock at a thrift shop I had to have it...it spoke to me! LOL This is a wind-up (just gotta find an appropriate key) made by Burwood Products, who made some pretty gaudy stuff. (Just do a Google search for...