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I looked through the archives but couldn't quite find an answer and hope to tap into some wisdom. I'm planning to build a decent sized workbench and wonder what the best layout/shape would be. I have an opening in my shop on the backwall that is about 12 or so ft wide. I could do a wall to...

I picked up one of these http://www.amazon.com/BUD-Industries-NBB-15247-Plastic-Outdoor/dp/B005T57PK4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1448917815&sr=8-4&keywords=enclosure+box for my low voltage coax and ethernet and am planning to mount it next to the breakerbox. This allows me to keep it secure and out...

Getting closer to putting insulation and sheetrock on my garage build and I'm hoping to get the compressor mounted in a more enclosed area and run a fixed line through the trusses towards an air reel mounted to the ceiling. I've seen 2 choices .. some suggest simply using galvanized water pipes...

I'm close to finally wrapping up the wiring for the garage .. I went a bit overboard on the outlet numbers but since some will probably end up behind storage having a few extra won't hurt. Before I start putting up dry wall .. does anyone have any final tips on what I should do or check ...

I'm a bit at a loss. Making progress on the shop with my wiring but I'm getting confused at the light installation. I'm going to install dual bulb 4ft T8 fixtures over an insulated and sheetrocked ceiling. Do I need electrical boxes or can I simply have the wire come from the ceiling and use...

I would love to standardize on a 240V receptacle in my garage and wonder what the best choice is for now and the future. I'm not worried on spending a few extra dollars now on wiring when I have still full access. As far as needs ... right now I'd need a socket for a welder and a lift and...

I'm trying to figure out the amount of lights for my shop that is being built. It is 24 deep 36 wide with 3 bays. One smaller bay separated by 2 small 4ft walls from the big one (earthquake requirement). 10ft high walls and I'm painting it white. I was originally thinking 5 rows of 3...

I'm building a detached garage and am planning a 100A branch circuit of the main panel. Build thread here http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=293079&showall=1 I have 1.5 inch conduit already between both buildings and am contemplating between 3-3-3-5 SER copper or aluminum...

Long long time lurker but I don't think I ever posted. Looks like for me the stars finally are aligned and I can start the process of my 34x26 garage / shop this summer. Pending some permit stuff (living in a rural area with some strict environmental rules might throw in a curveball) building...