stroked383z28
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Very impressive! I hope to have something this nice some day.
DIY 26'x40' detached build
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Hdtheater
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Are you going to do any permanent A/C or Heat in the shop? I noticed earlier you mentioned you had some temp heat.
I have been getting lots of quotes for mine, but they are all north of 12k. I can't convince them this is a shop and not a house.
Thanks,
-Eric
I have been getting lots of quotes for mine, but they are all north of 12k. I can't convince them this is a shop and not a house.
Thanks,
-Eric
I plan to install a full system eventually with minimal duct work. My neighbor has an a/c business and says he will do if for cost if I do all the ***** work and build him a driveway gate. Even the cost he has hinted at is more then I'd rather spend for a shop.
msgross
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HOw about a ductless system? probably be $2-3K and you'll get a heat source if needed.
Hdtheater
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I do mostly wood work in mine and think I will just put in a wood burning stove and insulate well. Just burn up all my scraps.
I'd spend 5k, but not 12.
I'd spend 5k, but not 12.
Hdtheater
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Those giving me estimates are saying a shop that size would need multiple head units and would not work as well as central heat and air. I am still looking for someone who would do it.
I only have my ceiling insulated right now and it really doesn't get all that cold in there. I've only used the heater when I needed paint to cure and other then that I haven't even turn it on. Last year when the soffit vents were letting in cold air and any heat I had was flowing right out the ridge vent it was pretty dang cold. Now a/c on the other hand is what I'm looking forward to!
Hdtheater
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Good to know. I am hoping to insulate in the next few months. I need to finish up all wring and then want to run air lines and ducting for my dust collector.
After I insulate, I'll assess how bad I need heat and A/C. Also, being from Texas, I may only need A/C.
After I insulate, I'll assess how bad I need heat and A/C. Also, being from Texas, I may only need A/C.
msgross
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find a local HVAC guy that will keep your number handy if he does a full replacement of a decent unit. Probably pick up the equipment for $500 or so and pay him to install it. Or a mobile home furnace...
It's colder up here so I plan on a hanging shop furnace since I have natural gas.
It's colder up here so I plan on a hanging shop furnace since I have natural gas.
Heck, check Craig's list for an HVAC guy. I found one who runs commercial property systems by day and evenings and weekends is building his client list prior to shifting full time. He was great!
A hundred bucks found an error in my wiring that the regular HVAC "Pros" couldn't or wouldn't.
Also, you can install a mini-split. It's not that tough, they are pre-charged, connect and go. As efficient as having it vacuumed etc, nope, will it be 95%? Probably. An electrician for the disconnect and you're off to the races.
Probably 2k for the equipment. Multiple heads are great and readily available, also much more efficient than central systems which strive to get to 19 seer, mini's are often 23. Another significant benefit is the ability to de-hydrate the space, keeping the humidity down is, in my mind, reason enough, DIY!
A hundred bucks found an error in my wiring that the regular HVAC "Pros" couldn't or wouldn't.
Also, you can install a mini-split. It's not that tough, they are pre-charged, connect and go. As efficient as having it vacuumed etc, nope, will it be 95%? Probably. An electrician for the disconnect and you're off to the races.
Probably 2k for the equipment. Multiple heads are great and readily available, also much more efficient than central systems which strive to get to 19 seer, mini's are often 23. Another significant benefit is the ability to de-hydrate the space, keeping the humidity down is, in my mind, reason enough, DIY!
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Styx
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Great build... I might have missed it but how much head room do you have in your loft and how wide is it??? ve been tossing around the idea of a loft with room for a "man cave" in the shop I'm building just worry about usable space... I'm toying with 28' by 32' for my shop with 12' walls and a 10/12 roof...
6' ceiling height and 12' wide
captain14
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Thanks for the ladder picture.
I also use your method when painting multiple items by hanging them off a line. When the guys were here putting new shingles on my roof , I had the metal front porch railing hanging from the clothesline post so I could do everything at once. He had never thought about it but I feel he was going to steal that idea.
I also use your method when painting multiple items by hanging them off a line. When the guys were here putting new shingles on my roof , I had the metal front porch railing hanging from the clothesline post so I could do everything at once. He had never thought about it but I feel he was going to steal that idea.
kjenkins41
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Thanks for the info! I may just steal this idea because I have lots of extra 3/4" oak T&G leftover from my wood floor install in my last house. We just poured the garage floor on my new house so I'm anxious to get in there and start building my shop space finally. I think your bench top looks great! Thanks.
Below is a picture of the recent pouring of our garage floor. It's 24'x36' three bay.
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Looks great, I know the excitement is killin ya! It will be worth the wait. I have been wanting to get my cabinets up and top built for a while but didnt have evenything ready until just recently. I'm so happy it's done now.
sean Buick 76
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Really nice job on the cabinets and countertop! Very well done!
I wanted a sign for my shop and saw a few on here that sparked some ideas. I like the way it turned out. It was cheap to make since I had the wood and paint already. The only thing I had to buy was 2 strands of lights from target. I used the left over 1/2 sheet of plywood from the bench top build.
The plan
We cut it out with a jigsaw and glued it together.
Next was drilling holes to add light
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The plan
We cut it out with a jigsaw and glued it together.
Next was drilling holes to add light
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Then I stained the edges, painted with red oxide primer, and painted 2 coats of the same blue paint I used on the cabinets. After the blue dried I scraped the edges with a paint scraper. After that I added a very light brushed dark green on the letters and border. Lastly I lightly painted the back ground white with the blue still peaking through some.
Then put the lights in. I really like how it came out.
Pic with lights on in the dark
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Then put the lights in. I really like how it came out.
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I'll post a pic of the back when I get home. Just took the bulb out, pushed the socket through the hole from the back and screwed the bulb back in
I'll post a pic of the back when I get home. Just took the bulb out, pushed the socket through the hole from the back and screwed the bulb back in
bmes1982
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Very nice looking build, I like the 9'x10' doors. Makes it a lot easier to get in a truck or trailer.
Redoak712010
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That is too cool. I love the shop.
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Update: I installed 2 liftmaster 8500's and when the wife heard how quiet and smooth they were she said we needed to buy some for the house garage. I love the garage door openers!
Next project was getting some climate control before the summer heat shows up.
I ended up with a scratch and dent 4 ton, heat pump, split system for an excellent price. It's a little big for the square footage but it will not run all the time and I was more concerned about being able to bringing the temp down quickly when I do want it on. I installed a wifi thermostat so I can turn it on or off from my phone if I plan on working out there when I get off work I can turn it on before I get home. Very simple duct work design which I used duct board to build. The air handler is mounted in my utility closet with one vent and one return. Pic was before the lines were soldered in and I also added a p-trap to the drain since the pic.
Simple vent and return
It all blends in with the wall stuff good enough
Now I'm ready for some really hot days to see how well this works for me.
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Next project was getting some climate control before the summer heat shows up.
I ended up with a scratch and dent 4 ton, heat pump, split system for an excellent price. It's a little big for the square footage but it will not run all the time and I was more concerned about being able to bringing the temp down quickly when I do want it on. I installed a wifi thermostat so I can turn it on or off from my phone if I plan on working out there when I get off work I can turn it on before I get home. Very simple duct work design which I used duct board to build. The air handler is mounted in my utility closet with one vent and one return. Pic was before the lines were soldered in and I also added a p-trap to the drain since the pic.
Simple vent and return
It all blends in with the wall stuff good enough
Now I'm ready for some really hot days to see how well this works for me.
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rburke65
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A really nice build. You should be a proud man. Very nice!
Cris B
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Love that shop sign. Inspirational work and lovin' the old school vibe
tallgrass1951
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would it be possible to see some close up pictures of the sliding gate and get a description of how it works? I am putting a fence around our yard and need a 16' wide gate for access to a detached garage. I would like to build a sliding system, but would like some ideas on how do it.
Luther Grimace
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Wow this shop turned out great. Have you decided if you were going to paint the walls? I have my doubts about making OSB look good with paint.
Mr. Roboto
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Great looking build, love the way it all came together. Any plans for a lift with all that ceiling height?
I will not be painting the OSB. I think it would look bad painted and show more defects. The natural camo helps hide a lot!
I was planning on buying a 2 post. I have the ceiling height, slab thickness and electrical ready but I'm not ready to give up the space. It's on the back burner for now and untill I really have a lot of use for it I just can't justify buying one.
LexISpooled
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Awesome job, looking forward to the day I can attempt something like this
jesse72
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Great work and efficient layout! Cant wait to see it with the lift in.
dcuthill
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Garage looks awesome!!!!
What kind of costs do you have into this build?
What kind of costs do you have into this build?
Kind of lost track but I think around $35k for everything