anyone utilizing similar space...26' x 5.5'

[sooperdave]

it's some extra space that I'm not using right now. I started to plot out some ideas on graph paper and it seems like it's not too narrow for a workspace (as opposed to merely storage). I was wondering if anyone out there has a similar space and what did u do with it. pics, thanks!!

 

[spongerich]

You could make spaghetti in there.

 

[Grumpy365]

You need a shuffle board table!

 

[ddawg16]

Indoor shooting range?

 

[moopa]

Hang a sign reading " Dragster Parking Only"

 

[airbuff101]

Yea, Pistol range
Rob

 

[LIVELY]

where is this space located at ???

 

[Boyd Who]

Bowling alley for midgets?

 

[sooperdave]

I know it's an odd space, but was an old wine cellar and I wanna use what little space I have, if possible.

 

[cruzer75]

Throw some fold up work benches up down their so you can work and when not in use fold out of the way.

 

[Daniel Dudley]

Storage. That represents a lot of storage to me.

 

[OccupantRJ]

Workbench and tool storage along one wall, full length of room, with a desk type of sit down work area. Use lateral file cabinets for power tool storage along same wall. Wall cabinets over workbench. Pegboard on opposite wall to hang tools. I have a lot of past experience with small work shops, and when I was in my early 20's, I built choppers and did bike repair in an 8 X 8 building. Your room can become a very efficient workspace if you plan it's layout properly. I even had to create a pocket in the wall for the front wheel of the bike to go in so I could walk around to the other side of the bike.

 

[TONE]

You could mount wall cabinets top and bottom. Put a smaller top on the lowers for a bit of storage. Probably not a great work top but wpould be nice to hold stuff. 26' of cabinets top and bottom could hold a ton of stuff.

I did cabinets like this in my garage. Pictures are in the thread below (signature)

 

[Flange]

Lots of good suggestions here but the key question is what do you want to do in there? Answer that question first and then think about how to achieve it.

There are almost limitless answers to the question, "what could you do in there".

 

[sooperdave]

I'd like to use the space for wood work. restoring some old doors in my house to start. the space has three windows. i'd rather cut wood/sand in this space that in my garage around my cars.

I'm thinking a table saw, and two 32" deep benches for a combined 9 feet long. My friend is giving me some butcher block when cut in half will give me those dimensions. The block comes with 4 interesting old vices they didn't want either.

In the far end of the room I'd like to add some shelves for storing non-automotive tools as well.

Thanks

 

[Flange]

If you want to do wood work in there then have a look at some of the wood work forums for ideas both for what you are doing now and for what you expect to do in the future.

A good, UK based, forum is UKworkshop.co.uk but I expect that there is a good US based one also. There was a good article entitled Best 9' x 18' Workshop Layout Ever? which is a small space too although yours is longer and narrower.

 

[kfosburg]

Not so sure about a table saw... it's the one tool in my wood shop that takes up a LOT of space. A radial arm saw may be a better fit since you don't have to move the wood around your confined space and can do much of what a table saw does.

Sounds like a nice space for small work though.

Be sure to consider dust venting because it will fill up fast in there.

 

[993James993]

I'd like to use the space for wood work. restoring some old doors in my house to start. the space has three windows. i'd rather cut wood/sand in this space that in my garage around my cars.

I'm thinking a table saw, and two 32" deep benches for a combined 9 feet long. My friend is giving me some butcher block when cut in half will give me those dimensions. The block comes with 4 interesting old vices they didn't want either.

In the far end of the room I'd like to add some shelves for storing non-automotive tools as well.

Thanks

It sounds like you have it figured out. The butcher block and the vises seem like a nice score.

My garage is 22' x 22' and I have an 8' table/bench next to a 5' bench. Both are 30" deep. With the cars inside I probably have less depth than you do. Like you I plan to use my benches for wood working projects, and having 13' of space seems like a real luxury. My 5' bench has storage underneath where I plan to store supplies and possibly use as a holding area for cut stock. I'm on the look out for some cabinets to put under the longer table for additional storage. I do have a couple of nice Craigslist Kennedy tool cabinets with multiple drawers sitting beside the tables, and a second 8' work table located outside that I will use for some projects, weather permitting.

I also have a great space that is 4' x 8' located just underneath and beside the stairwell leading to the basement. There is a window on one side so it does not feel cramped and I use this as my home office. It's very efficient, out of the main part of the house and I really enjoy it. It sounds like you might have enough space for a similar office.

Please post photos!

 

[sooperdave]

I started cleaning/clearing the area this weekend. It was used as a wine cellar and the prev owner never put a floor in - it's just dirt. I'm going to dig down maybe 10-12 inches to gain some ceiling height. The walls are concrete block and brick so I want to do some water sealant.

 

[sooperdave]

here are a few pics, it needs a lot of work.

entering the room

slightly diff angle, same point

from the far end looking back

 

[ishiboo]

here are a few pics, it needs a lot of work.

I think it's a nice space... obviously you've already replaced the windows. I'd clean up the ground and get some concrete for a floor. Paint the block walls with some waterproofing masonry paint white to make things bright.

If it were mine, I'd do shelving the whole length like you had... but I have a lot of stuff

 

[GrapeApe]

Also, before investing a tonne I'd investigate the moisture issue. Your wall shows clear signs of being wet and what's with the boards on the floor? The water proof masonry paint won't help if you have a small river down there (infact it could cause other problems). Get the water away from your foundation and see if you have problems when it gets wet outside.

 

[tatra]

board up the windows, sound proof , troll highschool for 17 year old german girls, wear a cup.............

 

[ddawg16]

board up the windows, sound proof , troll highschool for 17 year old german girls, wear a cup.............

Ok....that wins this years award for best response....

 

[ishiboo]

Ok....that wins this years award for best response....

It got my vote.

Wow!

 

[fattogatto]

You could always store wine and beer in it.