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Thanks again for the replies and suggestions.:bowdown: As boiler mentioned, I'm going to try to use the upstairs space for a small visitor room space / mancave. So I am leaning towards a small bathroom / dinette with a small living space (futon or foldout couch) Kind of like a high rent...

I've made custom counter tops out of 2 sheets of 3/4" ply and then took em to the Rhino liner place. They shot em for like $50. Very durable and look great. You can buy Krylons version of rhino liner and diy. I've heard the Herculiner diy has some rather 'chunky' media within it for traction...

Once again, thanks to everyone for the replies! This is exactly the info I was looking for. I'm thinking the quick design/estimate from a manufacturer will be my next step, now that I know it's possible... And josall, thanks for the link, that gives me a nice idea of space. :beer:

Thanks for all the speedy replies! A few things I neglected to mention, I absolutely want to avoid any posts within the structure. Also, I'm thinking of finishing off the area above to a 'Mother-in-law' type living space. That being said, it'll need to support living space weight (furniture...

I'm in the planning stages for a 30' x 40' shop. The 30' dimension will be the front where the roof peak/face side will be. I'm looking at a 12/12 pitch to match my house but may go down to a 10/12 to keep it from being "too" tall. Anyway, I've done a lot of viewing of others garages/shops...

Hello all! I am currently in the designing and info gathering stages of my future garage build. I've been looking at a lot of pics/threads on this forum and have a question about the garage foundation/pad. It appears most people dig a perimeter trench for the footings and then poor a level...

Any updates on the garage...lift, etc?? BTW, looks awesome. I too am in the planning stages and have been lurking for ideas...

Awesome! I'm really eager to hear / see some updates on your build. Keep us posted, even with the trivial/mundane info...that'll help with my game plan!

W4m, Just saw your post. I've been 'lurking' here for a wee bit as I am considering building a 26 x 40 garage as well. Been trying to get some design ideas as well as the all important cost. Anyway, do you have any plan details / pics you can post? Also, what kind of budget are you...