Planning my shop Build-out for next summer, looking for advice.

ProjectBazza said
I just responded to this thread regarding winterization, and it got me thinking:

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I've always only had a garage, and never a Shop, per se, and this metal building was one of several reasons we bought the new place a couple years ago. Here's a picture from when we were moving-in:

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Building measures 24' x 42' with a 10' ceiling, has 100 amp service, and the wall posts are 7' on-center. I'm planning on building the walls "sideways" (7' tall w/either 18" or 24" centers, laid-down sideways) so that I can utilize readily available R-25 insulation), and I already have a furnace and A/C for it. Floor is already in, and because I don't know the thickness, and don't want to drill (plus I don't have much height to work with), a lift of any sort is out of the question, sad to say.

I have all winter to think about what I'd like to do with this space, and I do have some ideas (such as adding windows, and getting rid of that back OH door), but I'm also smart enough to know what I don't know, so I'm looking for advice from those who have "Been There & Done That". What should I be thinking about, and what mistakes should I avoid?

Thanks, all!

Jim

Unknown floor thickness?
Just an idea, food for thought.

Scissor jack for the brake jobs. Lift the whole vehicle up.

10’ walls or ceiling I read. It may be advantageous to install a 4 post car lift.

I don’t know where you live so, disregard if it’s not right…

The air compressor outside is a good idea. The drain valve can be done in automatic with the heating element idea. Also, you can extend the tube to a more advantageous spot for manual draining and a better a lot to drain it at.

Polish the floors in the wallet or possible? That makes clean ups a lot easier.

Water and a basin? Add in a small hot water heater, might as well since there inexpensive.

I’m in the middle of my new garage myself. Plenty still yet to do.
A second floor of about half will be added in. This will provide a mega work bench and some machines as well as a welding table. Second floor for many spare parts and a couch, fridge TV, etc