eightlitermopar
Well-known member
I am hoping to make 2014 the year I build my shop.
We are moving to North Central Florida next summer (I know, the hottest time of the year) and I’ll need a home for my 2 cars, plus a place to play around in.
I am going to be paying for this as I go, so I have thought I would just have the size be approx. 32 x 32 x 12. I could add on later if I need to, but for now I just can’t justify the cost (young family, etc).
So here are my questions or thoughts I would bounce off you guys.
1) I originally was thinking a stick built structure with 2 foot stem walls/ 2x6 frame for thicker insulation (to help a little with any termite/moisture issues)
*BUT*
2) I have also been looking into some metal structures. If I go this route, I have settled for Olympia Steel or Ameribuilt, unless someone can give me some other ideas.
3) I like the strength and ease of putting up a steel building, but I like the interior finished look of a stick built. I want to be able to use my walls to hang stuff. Can this be done?
4) This will definitely need to be insulated. If the budget does not allow, could I insulate later?
My main priorities are insulation and finishing the interior.
Any thoughts on any of this?
eightlitermopar
We are moving to North Central Florida next summer (I know, the hottest time of the year) and I’ll need a home for my 2 cars, plus a place to play around in.
I am going to be paying for this as I go, so I have thought I would just have the size be approx. 32 x 32 x 12. I could add on later if I need to, but for now I just can’t justify the cost (young family, etc).
So here are my questions or thoughts I would bounce off you guys.
1) I originally was thinking a stick built structure with 2 foot stem walls/ 2x6 frame for thicker insulation (to help a little with any termite/moisture issues)
*BUT*
2) I have also been looking into some metal structures. If I go this route, I have settled for Olympia Steel or Ameribuilt, unless someone can give me some other ideas.
3) I like the strength and ease of putting up a steel building, but I like the interior finished look of a stick built. I want to be able to use my walls to hang stuff. Can this be done?
4) This will definitely need to be insulated. If the budget does not allow, could I insulate later?
My main priorities are insulation and finishing the interior.
Any thoughts on any of this?
eightlitermopar