Barnuba's Two Car Update

[Barnuba]

Getting started on my clean-up/reorganization project. My goal is to have a garage where I can work on my cars, brew beer, work on house projects, and store all of my gear. I need a name for this thread...


Here are some pics from Day 1 - I framed out a closet for concealed storage space. My plan is to install galvanized metal roofing on the exterior of the walls. I was going to install bi-fold doors in the opening - but am open to suggestions if any one has any creative ideas.

 

[Ray Kelly]

Re: 2 car garage reorganization - no name

The place should look pretty awesome once you get it straightened up. I see you have your helper with you.

 

[dubber]

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Welcome! And now i'm hoping to see a dub that gets to call that garage home once its done. Is a shed in the works or possible to help get some of the extras out of there to give you more space to have a car and other projects on the go?

 

[Barnuba]

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Welcome! And now i'm hoping to see a dub that gets to call that garage home once its done. Is a shed in the works or possible to help get some of the extras out of there to give you more space to have a car and other projects on the go?

Yeah - I have a JSW TDI that needs to get into the garage! As far as extra space I actually just finished a shop room in my basement (which will be another organization project) and I have a shed for all of my gardening/lawn gear as well. I'll get some pics up of those later. I definately need to get started on moving some of the clutter (extras ) out of the garage.

 

[HSpencer]

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I like the daily record newspaper machine. That would be a good focal point in the garage somewhere. I had never thought about one of those for the shop, but it is way cool! I think I would look around to see if I could find some durable metal bi fold doors. I like the closet idea you have framed out. Nice start and keep us posted!!

Best Regards
Herb Spencer

 

[dubber]

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Yeah - I have a JSW TDI that needs to get into the garage! As far as extra space I actually just finished a shop room in my basement (which will be another organization project) and I have a shed for all of my gardening/lawn gear as well. I'll get some pics up of those later. I definately need to get started on moving some of the clutter (extras ) out of the garage.

Nice, great hauler you have.

 

[Barnuba]

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Moving along... here are a few updates from this past week:

-Pulled a lot of contents down from the walls and started sorting

-Built a soffit shelf above the garage door

-Built a landing and started framing a closet on the landing

 

[HSpencer]

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Good work on the shelves framing and the step and platform as well. You gained a lot of storage on those over door shelves. Have you decided on doors for the closet yet?
Keep up the good work!

Best Regards
Herb Spencer

 

[Barnuba]

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More work over the past few weekends...

-Updated layout of upper cabinets on rear wall of garage; centered tool box
-Added shelves to new closets
-Built two work benches; 1 for each side of the too box

Next up:
-Finish benches
-Clean-up remaing clutter from garage
-Prep walls for paint
-Prep floor for concrete acid stain

Here are some updated photos along with the work bench build. I picked up a 12' bowling alley lane for the top.

 

[Barnuba]

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Cranking out the drywall finishing...90 degrees with 80% humidity - what a mess!

I can say with 100% certainty that I despise drywall work. I have a lot of respect for the folks that are craftsman in this trade.

I am finished with the bulk of the drywall now. Next is clean-up and prep for prime/paint. In all of the unfinished areas I am going to install corrugated sheets of galvanume.

Plan of action for the next two weeks:
-Prep for prime/paint
-Prime/Paint
-Powerwash/degrease garage floor
-Acid stain concrete floor and seal
-Install galvanume sheets
-Move contents back

Here are some pics from tonight...

 

[Thruxton]

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Cranking out the drywall finishing...90 degrees with 80% humidity - what a mess!

I can say with 100% certainty that I despise drywall work. I have a lot of respect for the folks that are craftsman in this trade.

And I'm 100% with you on that! Your place looks great, keep the pics coming!

 

[dubber]

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Great job with innovative storage solutions.

The bowling alley lane for a bench is veryyyyy cool btw.

 

[thudson331]

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Coming along nicely! I may use your idea to build a shelf above my garage door to get some rims and tires off the floor.

 

[Barnuba]

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Prepping for primer and paint tonight...masking and drywall wipe down.

Hoping to spray and backroll the primer tomorrow night.

 

[dittle fart around]

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More work over the past few weekends...

-Updated layout of upper cabinets on rear wall of garage; centered tool box
-Added shelves to new closets
-Built two work benches; 1 for each side of the too box

Next up:
-Finish benches
-Clean-up remaing clutter from garage
-Prep walls for paint
-Prep floor for concrete acid stain

Here are some updated photos along with the work bench build. I picked up a 12' bowling alley lane for the top.

Nothing nicer than a little bowling alley.

 

[Barnuba]

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Took advantage of the long labor day weekend!

The walls and ceiling primed and the ceiling painted:

 

[Barnuba]

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Round #2 of Labor Day Weekend - acid stain the concrete floor.

-Prep floor
-Stain
-Rinse X 3
-Seal

I need to top coat with 2 coats of wax next...

 

[Barnuba]

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Just spent 4 days straight cranking away on the garage...

-Paint
-Metal
-Doors

I'm pretty stoked with how it is turning out

 

[dubber]

I think the stained concrete was a great approach for your project, it turned out nicely and fits well with the rest.

 

[jhn9840]

That is turning into a very nice space. Appears to be more room in your last pictures than when you began.

jhn9840
John

 

[Barnuba]

Nothing nicer than a little bowling alley.

I agree - love the look of the lanes as a benchtop!

I think the stained concrete was a great approach for your project, it turned out nicely and fits well with the rest.

Thanks dubber! I am really happy with how it turned out!

 

[taumac]

I love the floor.... I wish I did that

 

[80ECLT]

What sort of concrete stain did you use?

 

[1/2 Cup]

Looking fabulous, I love it.

 

[Barnuba]

I love the floor.... I wish I did that

Thanks! I am really pleased with how it turned out.

What sort of concrete stain did you use?

I used the artist grade stain from here: http://www.concretecamouflage.com/

We did our basement floor with this product and it turned out fantastic as well.

Looking fabulous, I love it.

Thank you!

 

[Barnuba]

Got a lot more work done and the garage is the cleanest it's been in about 6 months.

-Doors hung and painted
-Landing carpeted
-A few signs hung
-Closets organized

A lot more work to do...
-Paint soffit shelving/install doors
-Install crown on cabinets/add metal to sides
-Install chair rail
-Install bar (drink shelf) on wall
-Paint work benches/install doors
-Install door for under stairs storage
-More that I am forgetting

Hoping to start electrical/lights next month...

 

[akcooper9]

Love the JD 210. I just picked up a 87 JD 318 to mow the 2 acres I have.

 

[HSpencer]

Awesome place!!


Best Regards
Herb Spencer

 

[patent pending]

Excellent execution! Love the stained concrete and the tin on the walls. Night and day difference from where you started.

 

[Barnuba]

Love the JD 210. I just picked up a 87 JD 318 to mow the 2 acres I have.

Thanks! I restored my 210 about 3 years ago - I use it to pull loads of firewood around - it is an awesome gear drive machine. Love the 318's they are really nice hydro machines!

Awesome place!!

Best Regards
Herb Spencer

Thanks Herb!!

Excellent execution! Love the stained concrete and the tin on the walls. Night and day difference from where you started.

Thank you!!

I've been working on some fall projects - splitting wood, prepping garden for winter, canning, etc - so not much new in the garage at this point. I will post more updates once I get some more done!!

 

[Barnuba]

No posts in a while but I have been uber busy working on the space during the past few months. Almost everything has been completed - trim, electric, lights. Here are some current photos

 

[1/2 Cup]

Simply spectacular, well done and thanks for the update.

 

[pauleyman]

How is the floor holding up and does it do well with spilled oil etc? This loks like the floor solution I have been looking for.

 

[HSpencer]

Just Looking great all over!! How does the heater work for you? Looks like it would warm things up nicely.

Best Regards
Herb Spencer

 

[Barnuba]

How is the floor holding up and does it do well with spilled oil etc? This loks like the floor solution I have been looking for.

The floor is holding up great - I had some concerns with all of the salt this winter but another coat of wax and it it good as new!! I haven't had any issues with spills etc.

Just Looking great all over!! How does the heater work for you? Looks like it would warm things up nicely.


Best Regards
Herb Spencer

That little heater rocks - keeps the garage around 68 degrees when it is 20 degrees outside!!

Simply spectacular, well done and thanks for the update.

Appreciate the feedback!!