What should I include in my garage/shop? - F-Body Road Racing and Autocross Forums

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Blainefab View Member Profile	Apr 29 2009, 06:17 PM Post #2
I build race cars Group: Advanced Members Posts: 4,748 Joined: 31-August 05 From: Central coast, CA Member No.: 874	Here's a few things that make my shop functional: Shelves for frequently used items - I like all my stuff visible, not hidden in cabinets. It all gets dusty, but I can usually find stuff fast. Shelves mounted very sturdily - some of those red bins weigh 30#. There are many more now. Outlets located just under the shelves - above the clutter of the workbenches. If I was to build a shop I'd put a double duplex every 32" in this area. Note how the power strip is tipped so outlets are pointing down - the dust in my shop has a high metal content, and is conductive. Blow out the outlets once in a while, before they make sparks. Lighting - under lower shelf is now a dual 4' T8. Overhead is 3 continuous rows of dual 4' T8 fixtures = 34 bulbs serving approx 950sf. It's just about right. Higher ceiling would need more. This area has a loft overhead for storage, ceiling is under 8' with beams lower than that. A full 8' clear all over would be better. If you can recess the sprinker heads, do it. When I'm handling lengths of steel I'm constantly reminding myself of the sprinklers - really don't want to knock one of the heads off. Loft has 6' clear to bottoms of main beams, ceiling is about 16'. 18' would be better. Cushioned runner on floor - saves wear on feet Hand me down kitchen oven is useful for preheating stuff, curing paint, etc. Pizza tastes funny, tho. Utility sink, parts washer, cabinet for lubes/paints/resins. The yellow next to the white cabinet is a fire cabinet, mostly for waste fluids, and solvents. Overhead exhaust vent to roof for clearing fumes. (IMG:http://www.blainefabrication.com/projects/2007_12_04/IMG_1820.JPG) (IMG:http://www.blainefabrication.com/projects/2007_12_04/IMG_1821.JPG) This post has been edited by Blainefab: Apr 29 2009, 06:19 PM

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00 Trans Ram What should I include in my garage/shop? Apr 22 2009, 05:08 PM

Beach Cruiser If you can, make the ceiling high enough if you ev... Apr 22 2009, 05:55 PM

00 Trans Ram Sorry - I should have been more clear. I'm go... Apr 22 2009, 06:16 PM

cccbock QUOTE (00 Trans Ram @ Apr 22 2009, 02:16 ... Apr 22 2009, 10:53 PM

roostmeyer Might as well plumb several drops for the air comp... Apr 22 2009, 06:23 PM

Beach Cruiser standard concrete should be good for 3000lbs per s... Apr 22 2009, 06:34 PM

JustinID Personally, I'd make sure the door is tall eno... Apr 22 2009, 06:45 PM

mitchntx QUOTE (JustinID @ Apr 22 2009, 01:45 PM) ... Apr 22 2009, 07:27 PM

00 Trans Ram Dang - these are some good ideas. Don't need ... Apr 22 2009, 08:17 PM

00 Trans Ram I just found another thread on here that was almos... Apr 22 2009, 09:04 PM

cccbock don't forget power outlets. I like the 4 gang... Apr 22 2009, 11:00 PM

JustinID That's a really nice list. Hopefully I remembe... Apr 22 2009, 09:59 PM

codename Bil Doe And, don't forget a rear door to make the gara... Apr 22 2009, 10:04 PM

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codename Bil Doe And a service road that circles the perimeter of t... Apr 22 2009, 10:05 PM

TSHACK Don't for get the second building for all the ... Apr 22 2009, 10:21 PM

tonycook Suppose you put in a refrigerator for beer? What ... Apr 23 2009, 01:36 AM

00 Trans Ram Bathroom is a good idea. That is, unless it makes ... Apr 23 2009, 02:33 AM

Happy_Dan I'll tell you what I ran into. My ceiling is 1... Apr 26 2009, 02:04 PM

CMC#5 Building a garage is like building a race car...it... Apr 29 2009, 04:31 PM

Blainefab Here's a few things that make my shop function... Apr 29 2009, 06:17 PM

00 Trans Ram This has to be the most awesome thread ever! ... Apr 30 2009, 04:26 PM

mitchntx QUOTE (00 Trans Ram @ Apr 30 2009, 11:26 ... Apr 30 2009, 06:00 PM

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mitchntx QUOTE (00 Trans Ram @ Apr 30 2009, 03:09 ... Apr 30 2009, 10:06 PM

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CMC#5 Sounds like a good advantage to have. Interestingl... Apr 30 2009, 05:54 PM

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00 Trans Ram View Member Profile	Apr 22 2009, 05:08 PM Post #1
Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,766 Joined: 10-April 04 From: New Orleans, LA Member No.: 303	I'm probably going to move and build a house in the next year or so. When I do, I'm going to build a standalone garage/shop. What would you guys and gals include? I know I've heard things like a balcony for parts, white floors for light, etc. The size will probably be between 750 and 1000 square feet. I'm also not going to spend a gazillion dollars on it. Suggestions?