I've tried searching here and on the web trying to get information for a future shop build. I'm hopefully going to be the proud owner of a home on some acreage - large enough for me to build whatever size workshop my wallet can fit. I'm thinking around a 30x50 - with 10 ft sides. It will be mostly for woodworking and some metalworking equipment, but also have at least a two bay area along one end for a project car or truck.
From my research, the metal building option would be cheaper to build than a frame/Hardiplank siding design from the shell standpoint. I plan to have the interior insulated and a heat/air system (undetermined) installed for year round comfort. Probably about 6 or 8 windows, a person door, and at least 1 roll up vehicle door.
Wood framing leaves me exposed studs to run power/lights/air lines - and I'm most familiar with methods/products to finish off the interior. I would use drywall or OSB to finish off the interior.
The steel building option would leave me with exposed beams. Would it be best to then frame internal walls to accomplish the same type of interior finish? What other options are there?
What other pros/cons are there between the two building types?
From my research, the metal building option would be cheaper to build than a frame/Hardiplank siding design from the shell standpoint. I plan to have the interior insulated and a heat/air system (undetermined) installed for year round comfort. Probably about 6 or 8 windows, a person door, and at least 1 roll up vehicle door.
Wood framing leaves me exposed studs to run power/lights/air lines - and I'm most familiar with methods/products to finish off the interior. I would use drywall or OSB to finish off the interior.
The steel building option would leave me with exposed beams. Would it be best to then frame internal walls to accomplish the same type of interior finish? What other options are there?
What other pros/cons are there between the two building types?