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   inglejw
   

   new member
   Joined: Jul '10
   Posts: 1

   I'm planing on building a new workshop in my backyard apox. 14'x20' and I'm looking for plans and suggestions. Inglejw

   # Posted 1 year ago
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   Paul Mayer
   

   preferred member
   Joined: Dec '09
   Posts: 101

   Congrats, this will be fun. Here are a few suggestions:

   - make it larger. No matter what size you think you can get by with, you will regret it when you are done so you might as well double it now. Woodworking has many facets that you may want to explore over the years, and a lot of them require extensive space. Without knowing your specific interests, it is always a safe bet to say you will want more space.

   - incorporate lots of windows. Natural light has many benefits, and you will be glad you made the investment in a bit more glass than you might think necessary.

   - lots of circuits. Plan for 220 on every wall. Make each wall's outlet's on their own circuit.

   - go overboard on lighting. Find a lighting calculator on line, and follow the guidelines. It might seem ridiculous, but you will appreciate it.

   - a water source in the shop is handy if feasible.

   - make it larger. It was not an accident that I typed this twice. :)

   - design a spot in your shop layout for a good sized assembly table. Wire outlets above it in the ceiling. This can become the heart of your shop.

   Good luck!

   Paul http://www.vernswoodgoods.com

   # Posted 1 year ago
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   Shilki
   

   new member
   Joined: Dec '10
   Posts: 1

   I know that it's been several months since this article was posted. Still, as a new member I just gotta everything Paul replied with is true. I've setup shops both for people I worked with & 5 for myself (I moved a lot) 280 will be restrictive

   # Posted 1 year ago

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