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Post by Donnell Wells on Oct 24, 2014 8:21:19 GMT -8
If you could build a workshop inside of a 10' x 12' "Tuff Shed" or similar sized building, how would you set it up? What would you put in it?
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Post by mlehman on Oct 24, 2014 10:42:00 GMT -8
First thing would be climate control. Depending on where you live that could cost anywhere from $0 to might as well build something else. For small shop like that, I think having the right climate will be important to whether it's really viable. You have to stay above freezing in the winter, preferably heating to the human comfort level as needed. You can't let things get too hot in the summer or you'll have all kinds of issues with stuff.
After that, ventilation, centered around a decent spray booth. You'll also need it for certain adhesives and casting resins, depending on what you have in mind.
A sink and water supply would be nice, but optional. I work around that in the basement here with a jug of water and a dishpan, as needed.
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Post by mlehman on Oct 24, 2014 12:03:30 GMT -8
Jim,
Are the piping and valves on the wall above the work bench for you air system?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 25, 2014 6:27:34 GMT -8
Jim, Are the piping and valves on the wall above the work bench for you air system? All part of my air system. Double dryers, outlet pointed upward to let any moisture flow down instead of into the air brush or sand blaster, blow down ball valve to rid the air system of any moisture which got past the dryers, air regulator to adjust air pressure. |
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Post by theengineshed on Oct 25, 2014 7:58:46 GMT -8
You want a nice big workbench with decent lighting. I prefer the high CRI fluorescent bulbs, they tend to render colors better. That's important if you are painting or photographing your work. The mini fridge for beverages is of course optional...  Oct 2013 Workshop Refurbishment by Engine Shed, on Flickr |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 25, 2014 8:23:10 GMT -8
A few concerns when putting a model railroad workshop in a shed, would be temperature control, humidity levels, pests (insects, etc.), dirt, sealing of entire building structure.
My workshop is in the dungeon of my home and I rate the location as "workable". I live in N.E. Wisconsin and during the summer the humidity increases which makes the basement stuffy, even with air conditioning and dehumidifiers. During the winter, since my basement is not completely below grade, it gets cold. Without the gas fireplace, the basement is a cool 55 degrees on those negative zero days and nights. It takes the gas fireplace about an hour to warm the space, without my teeth chattering.
Being in the dungeon is also not always the cleanest spot either. Yes, as you can tell by the photos, I'm a slob. Well actually, I'm tearing the space apart and rearranging the deck chairs to better use the space and get rid of the the stuff which just isn't used or needed. But dirt and dust does filter down from the house above, sure I could put in a false ceiling, but this isn't the deepest basement and I do want to sell my house and commercial structure.
I also own a former service station (the commercial structure) complete with pump islands, office, restrooms for men and women, air compressor/water heater room, wash and service bay. I think that structure manufacturers dirt. I sweep it out, turn around and can start sweeping again as more dirt has arrived on the scene. This would be my concern for a workshop in an out building. Out buildings can be a bugger to keep clean.
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Post by theengineshed on Oct 30, 2014 20:38:03 GMT -8
If you could build a workshop inside of a 10' x 12' "Tuff Shed" or similar sized building, how would you set it up? What would you put in it?
10x16 shed, Tidewater VA, lack of insulation is not a problem, if you lived in Minnesota though...  |
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Post by riogrande on Oct 31, 2014 5:20:17 GMT -8
The union jack on the wall would warm the cockles of my wife's heart!
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Post by ambluco on Oct 31, 2014 8:06:25 GMT -8
Speaking of humidity, what is the best range for a work area or layout area for that matter? A few concerns when putting a model railroad workshop in a shed, would be temperature control, humidity levels, pests (insects, etc.), dirt, sealing of entire building structure. My workshop is in the dungeon of my home and I rate the location as "workable". I live in N.E. Wisconsin and during the summer the humidity increases which makes the basement stuffy, even with air conditioning and dehumidifiers. During the winter, since my basement is not completely below grade, it gets cold. Without the gas fireplace, the basement is a cool 55 degrees on those negative zero days and nights. It takes the gas fireplace about an hour to warm the space, without my teeth chattering. |
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Post by Brakie on Oct 31, 2014 8:26:55 GMT -8
Here's my preferred work area.
1.Student desk with jewelers vice and drawers for decal and large tool storage and Dremel tool and accessories..
2.Parts storage bins.
3.Paint and paint brush storage bins or shelf.
4. Tool box for regular use modeling tools-screwdrivers,pliers,KD coupler gauge.NMRA gauge etc.
5.Every tool in its place for easy access.
6.Storage for future projects~like car and structure kits.
Not your average dream work area but,it fills my modeling needs.I have no need for saw tables,drill press etc.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 31, 2014 16:14:42 GMT -8
Speaking of humidity, what is the best range for a work area or layout area for that matter? A few concerns when putting a model railroad workshop in a shed, would be temperature control, humidity levels, pests (insects, etc.), dirt, sealing of entire building structure. My workshop is in the dungeon of my home and I rate the location as "workable". I live in N.E. Wisconsin and during the summer the humidity increases which makes the basement stuffy, even with air conditioning and dehumidifiers. During the winter, since my basement is not completely below grade, it gets cold. Without the gas fireplace, the basement is a cool 55 degrees on those negative zero days and nights. It takes the gas fireplace about an hour to warm the space, without my teeth chattering. 60 to 70 percent indoor relative humidity. Over 70 it gets stuffy. During heating season when the indoor relative humidity without a humidifier drops to 30 to 40 percent is tinder dry. You want some indoor moisture, but not too much and not too little. |
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Post by ambluco on Oct 31, 2014 16:40:31 GMT -8
Holy Crap! The average in my basement is 45. What's the affects of "tinder dry"? Speaking of humidity, what is the best range for a work area or layout area for that matter? 60 to 70 percent indoor relative humidity. Over 70 it gets stuffy. During heating season when the indoor relative humidity without a humidifier drops to 30 to 40 percent is tinder dry. You want some indoor moisture, but not too much and not too little. |
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Post by theengineshed on Oct 31, 2014 18:05:09 GMT -8
The union jack on the wall would warm the cockles of my wife's heart! My wife hates a brightly lit shop, the Union Jack is mood lighting... |
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