southernclay
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My wife and I have bought a house and are about 1 month into a 3 month rehab on it. It's going to be a great house when done but best of all (for me) there's a great shop area in the basement that's all mine.
Right now it's bare bones. A couple outlets and 3 keyless lights. The main area is about 900 sf with a little area off to the side that will most likely be dedicated to dust collection/storage area. Have to squeeze in lawn care and general hand tools/non turning-woodworking stuff but plenty of room to do what I do and add some fun toys over the coming future.
My father in law will be helping me with wiring/lighting. I'm more or less decided on 48" T8 fixtures to light it up. Any advice on which ones or reasons I should go with something else? Not on a huge budget so not going for top of the line, just bang for the buck.
Will be adding insulation for sound and comfort. Adding a sub panel for multi circuits most likely. There are no windows but a single garage door (insulated) and all poured walls with two interior stud walls. Anything else you have done with your shop you're glad you did or wish you did? Just looking for ideas to roll around. Any other hints or tips?
Thanks for the help!
Right now it's bare bones. A couple outlets and 3 keyless lights. The main area is about 900 sf with a little area off to the side that will most likely be dedicated to dust collection/storage area. Have to squeeze in lawn care and general hand tools/non turning-woodworking stuff but plenty of room to do what I do and add some fun toys over the coming future.
My father in law will be helping me with wiring/lighting. I'm more or less decided on 48" T8 fixtures to light it up. Any advice on which ones or reasons I should go with something else? Not on a huge budget so not going for top of the line, just bang for the buck.
Will be adding insulation for sound and comfort. Adding a sub panel for multi circuits most likely. There are no windows but a single garage door (insulated) and all poured walls with two interior stud walls. Anything else you have done with your shop you're glad you did or wish you did? Just looking for ideas to roll around. Any other hints or tips?
Thanks for the help!