Things to Make Workshop More Enjoyable
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jkeyser14
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Sonos + HVAC + a break from the kids so I can be more focused and productive.
Hahah heck yes!
jsaw
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Definitely need heat to be comfortable, and lots of light. It amazes me how much more enjoyable it is to work in a well lit space
nadogail
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I have a decent radio that also plays CD's, heat when i feel the need, a sink with Hot & Cold running water, a toilet and a refrigerator.
landrover bodger
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a good heater plenty of light and a good supply of tea .
Mikeske
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For me I do not want any stereo music just quiet and the noise from the tools after 45 plus years working in a noise environment I appreciate being able to have little to no music or tv background noise. The other thing i agree is good lighting and warm when needed and white walls that better reflect the lighting.
Ak Jim
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Definitely running water to include a full bath.
A good stereo...with a cassette player, and Bluetooth. i don't own a single CD, but I like cassettes for the nostalgia, and streaming music for the ease. I have a pretty decent Optimus tape deck feeding through an Onkyo receiver to a pair of TEAC shelf speakers. I have a little Bluetooth receiver I got off Amazon for like $20 that feeds through the component side. Its actually a lot more stable than I figured it would be. Not theater quality..but darned good shop quality.
WiFi in the shop is an absolute must, and a struggle in a metal shop. Whether checking specs, ordering parts, or streaming music, its a non-negotiable item. I am using a Amazon Eero mesh network, and with some trial and error in hub placement, I get good signal in the shop. Not blazingly fast, but enough to stream music, and a YouTube video on the television here and there.
Heat and air are musts. I have a 24K Mini-Split that works very well. It will work better once I get a ceiling in my shop.
WiFi in the shop is an absolute must, and a struggle in a metal shop. Whether checking specs, ordering parts, or streaming music, its a non-negotiable item. I am using a Amazon Eero mesh network, and with some trial and error in hub placement, I get good signal in the shop. Not blazingly fast, but enough to stream music, and a YouTube video on the television here and there.
Heat and air are musts. I have a 24K Mini-Split that works very well. It will work better once I get a ceiling in my shop.
Some of this is done, some is wish list, some is dreaming.
All noisy stuff, (air compressor, furnace blower are the worst) isolated or muffled somehow, so I can hear my self think, make phone calls without going outside and talk to someone without yelling.
All switches and controls conveniently located.
I will never get running water, but I do have a Porta-Potty, saves me at least an hour a day running back and forth to my house.
Cord and air hose reels.
More light.
Organization and clutter elimination.
All noisy stuff, (air compressor, furnace blower are the worst) isolated or muffled somehow, so I can hear my self think, make phone calls without going outside and talk to someone without yelling.
All switches and controls conveniently located.
I will never get running water, but I do have a Porta-Potty, saves me at least an hour a day running back and forth to my house.
Cord and air hose reels.
More light.
Organization and clutter elimination.
bottom feeder
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Heated/air conditioned
Organization/keep clutter to a minimum
A way to listen to podcasts, usually through my phone but I'd like to get some wireless speakers
Music streamed from my home network storage (NAS)
I have a TV in there connected to various free and paid streaming services, but find that when I use it I waste a lot of time finding something to watch or listen to
Coffee in a large insulated mug
A computer with CAD software to help me plan out projects
Organization/keep clutter to a minimum
A way to listen to podcasts, usually through my phone but I'd like to get some wireless speakers
Music streamed from my home network storage (NAS)
I have a TV in there connected to various free and paid streaming services, but find that when I use it I waste a lot of time finding something to watch or listen to
Coffee in a large insulated mug
A computer with CAD software to help me plan out projects
Johnny Generic
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Pole dancers and strippers.
VolvoRyan
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A fridge. Full of cold gatorade and possibly beers.
I find that I listen to very different music when I'm out in the shop. I just run everything from an old laptop.
-Ryan
I find that I listen to very different music when I'm out in the shop. I just run everything from an old laptop.
-Ryan
Worsedog
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While it definitely make it more enjoyable, I have a feeling little would get accomplished.
stingry
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Heat
good lighting
ample storage
music
restroom
hot water
good lighting
ample storage
music
restroom
hot water
speedracerfx
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Good lighting
Tunes
HVAC
Ample workbench space
Beer fridge
Cigars
Wifi
Running water
Computer (for things like looking up wiring diagrams)
Tunes
HVAC
Ample workbench space
Beer fridge
Cigars
Wifi
Running water
Computer (for things like looking up wiring diagrams)
65ranchero
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Radiant floor heat, toilet, SS deep wash up sink w/ hot and cold water, stocked fridge . tea kettle ( that has never warmed up)
TV with Satellite Directtv
TV with Satellite Directtv
CombatNinja
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All a man needs in his shop are tools, beer & friends. Something o work on helps but sometimes interferes with the beer.
Spacep0d
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1. Organization.
2. Fridge with beverages of choice. Right now it's Perrier with Pepsi or RC. In the summer I'll add lots of Gatorade.
3. Right tool for the job, for sure.
4. Stylish setup; custom flooring, nice paint on walls, color-coordinated cabinets.
5. Good lighting is key.
6. Pegboard. I know some don't like these but I love a well-sorted pegboard.
7. Proper electrical.
8. A place to put trash and recyclables.
9. Plenty of room to store things in cabinets, #4.
10. A worthwhile/fun project to work on!
2. Fridge with beverages of choice. Right now it's Perrier with Pepsi or RC. In the summer I'll add lots of Gatorade.
3. Right tool for the job, for sure.
4. Stylish setup; custom flooring, nice paint on walls, color-coordinated cabinets.
5. Good lighting is key.
6. Pegboard. I know some don't like these but I love a well-sorted pegboard.
7. Proper electrical.
8. A place to put trash and recyclables.
9. Plenty of room to store things in cabinets, #4.
10. A worthwhile/fun project to work on!
In my opinion, heat is a need rather than a want. In order to paint, stain, glue, finish wood and metal projects, it has to be warm. Loose clothing and gloves shouldn't be worn when using equipment/machinery with moving parts.
I have plenty of creature comforts in my garage; bathroom (no hot water), fridge, microwave, radio, PC, internet, snack cabinet and TV.
I want to be able to do what I need to get the job done or simply relax and unwind in my space....yes, opinions vary.
I have plenty of creature comforts in my garage; bathroom (no hot water), fridge, microwave, radio, PC, internet, snack cabinet and TV.
I want to be able to do what I need to get the job done or simply relax and unwind in my space....yes, opinions vary.
paredown
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I'm still working on getting set up--so top of my list is getting the organization/work flow tweaked--and shedding the stuff that is really just junk. I can't think clearly when I'm surrounded by clutter.
That said, the project that made a lot of other things much easier was getting some decent LED lights up--the 'shop' now feels welcoming.
That said, the project that made a lot of other things much easier was getting some decent LED lights up--the 'shop' now feels welcoming.
ssffnomad
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Big *** metal tankard desk to sit at and do small intricate jobs.
Yup, get comfortable!
I kinda wish I wouldn't have bothered with the big TV. It's a 60" plasma, it took 3 of us to hang it on the wall (because it's so heavy and awkward), and after the first couple years, it got used less and less. I don't think I have turned it on for about 3 years now. If I want to have the TV playing while I work, I usually just bring it up on my garage PC monitor anymore.
PhantomEB
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Keep mine clean as I can which keeps my focus up. Beer fridge is empty during the work week.
Bulldog13
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Why in the world would you do that?
engineer2
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Beer is for the weekends, at least for us working stiffs.
If the beer comes out, power tools get put away, except maybe for some harmless power tools.
If the beer comes out, power tools get put away, except maybe for some harmless power tools.
clutch47
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I was gifted with a roll of mine conveyor belting. SERIOUSLY tough rubber about 7/16" thick and 24" wide.
I cut a piece to stand on and made it as long as my workbench. Easy standing and way warmer than cold concrete.
I cut a piece to stand on and made it as long as my workbench. Easy standing and way warmer than cold concrete.
smackey05
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I would say good organization and good music!
Uncle murph
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Maybe,but they would need to bring pizza ,beer,and agree to having their mouths taped shut.Otherwise,NO!
That doesn't sound fun at all.
One of the highlights of my day is coming home from work, shedding my gear, grabbing a cold beer or two, and heading to the shop. I sure don't get slobbering drunk....ever.....but nothing makes tinkering with the truck, or the jeep, or just general puttering better than a frosty beverage.
ZRX61
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Whisky!