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Building a new shop: 'Shed' or garage?
On 9 Feb 2004 15:06:51 -0800, (Joshua) scribbled:
+ Can use up to 361 sq ft of space for projects.
+ Sub-panel in garage has room for 7 more circuits.
+ Easy access for bringing in tools & wood.
+ Easy access to house amenities (fridge, bathroom, etc.)
- Will only be able to fit one car once machines and
benches are lining the sides.
This is a plus, not a minus. Like Charlie Self says, cars belong
outside, that's why they're painted so well. Note that I live in the
Yukon. Two weeks ago, at a temperature of -45C (-49F) I had to use a
propane tiger torch to get the car started. I still wouldn't put it in
the garage.
- Panel may not accomodate 240v circuits (need to check).
Highly unlikely, breakers for 240 take the same space as two breakers
for 110.
- Garage is part of house, so it will be noisy.
Sound proofing may be needed. Can you hear your cars or the garage
door opening now?
- No windows in the garage, so natural light only
available when door is open.
Not critical.
- All of my lawn equipment will be back in the woods,
away from the front lawn.
And how often do you work on your lawn? How many seconds will you have
to waste bringing it to the front?
Standalone workshop:
+ Dedicated space. Lots of good things about that.
So could your garage.
+ With a gable roof, I can store lots of things overhead.
The only real advantage. But you could still build a shed to store
stuff (woodworking of course).
+ I can put in a bunch of windows for natural light.
OK
+ Easier to insulate than the garage.
Why?
- Max 200 sq. ft. (as per local codes).
That's pretty small for the usual complement of stationary tools: TS,
planer, jointer, BS, DP, lathe.
- I would need to pay an electrician to run new service.
Big bucks
- Less accessible. It would be ~150 feet from the road.
PITA
If I did go the standalone route, I have a couple more questions:
* Slab or wood floor? Skids or post-and-beam for a
wood floor?
Wood floor seems to be the consensus. Wood floor on slab is prolly the
easiest.
* Any issues w/ the environment in a weather-proof,
but HVAC-less shed? Will I have issues with rust, etc?
Yes, if the temperature inside the shed (actually the tools'
temperature) is cooler than outside temperature when there is high
humidity outside. True anywhere.
Many thanks in advance for any experiences or advice you can share!
You are most welcome.
Luigi
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