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 Apr 22 2009, 05:08 PM
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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? |
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Apr 30 2009, 04:26 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,766 Joined: 10-April 04 From: New Orleans, LA Member No.: 303 |
This has to be the most awesome thread ever!
OK, I probably think that because I'm envisioning most of it in MY garage. I think I might go with a metal building. Got some friends in the construction business. For the size of building I'm talking about, they laugh that they can build it with scraps from a large job. Just gotta pay for labor and equipment fees (cranes, etc.). They recommended a spray-on foam-type insulation, with a plastic sheeting for the interior walls. Doesn't need to be painted, is glossy (reflects light), and is almost indestructable. And, best of all, is cheaper than dirt. |
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Apr 30 2009, 06:00 PM
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Nothing says 'I love you.' like a box of Hydroshoks Group: Moderators Posts: 5,284 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Granbury, TX Member No.: 4 |
QUOTE (00 Trans Ram @ Apr 30 2009, 11:26 AM)  They recommended a spray-on foam-type insulation Over time, the spray on stuff will begin to lose adhesion and fall. I chose batting style insulation and put up interior metal walls |
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Apr 30 2009, 08:09 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,766 Joined: 10-April 04 From: New Orleans, LA Member No.: 303 |
QUOTE (mitchntx @ Apr 30 2009, 01:00 PM) QUOTE (00 Trans Ram @ Apr 30 2009, 11:26 AM) They recommended a spray-on foam-type insulation Over time, the spray on stuff will begin to lose adhesion and fall. I chose batting style insulation and put up interior metal walls Hmmm - good to know. I wonder if old pine needles and dead squirrells make good insulation? |
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Apr 30 2009, 10:06 PM
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Nothing says 'I love you.' like a box of Hydroshoks Group: Moderators Posts: 5,284 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Granbury, TX Member No.: 4 |
QUOTE (00 Trans Ram @ Apr 30 2009, 03:09 PM) QUOTE (mitchntx @ Apr 30 2009, 01:00 PM) QUOTE (00 Trans Ram @ Apr 30 2009, 11:26 AM) They recommended a spray-on foam-type insulation Over time, the spray on stuff will begin to lose adhesion and fall. I chose batting style insulation and put up interior metal walls Hmmm - good to know. I wonder if old pine needles and dead squirrells make good insulation? For a while, maybe. |
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00 Trans Ram What should I include in my garage/shop? Apr 22 2009, 05:08 PM
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