There not every 6ft but I got 4 outlets in every box.

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I like the insides of the garage a lot! Everything is neat and clean. I used to think that the white color is not for a garage, but it, on the contrary, helps to make the space bigger and lighter. When I am building my own garage, I will also go for a white solution, most probably.
But I still think that it would be better to build concrete walls because the climate in the area I live is rather unpredictable. It can be both extremely cold and hot, so I would need an additional layer of insulation. I know some local construction workers who are masters of concrete work, and I would trust this work for sure.

 

First class! This looks amazing!! Congrats!

 

Picked up this pallet racking locally. The bottom feet were rusted so I welded new ones on, pressure washed the board shelving and touched up the paint on them. Could use more of them full height to more efficiently store stuff.

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I went low ball on my building to have more money for the car. It is built against the end of my house which saved the material for one wall and the opposite wall is open. That allowed me to roll the chassis into the basement to finish it and save floor space In bad weather I just find something else to do. I had a slab already poured as an apron on which I built the building. I ordered the 2x4 14 gauge tubing and laid out the trusses and welded them on my slab, then stood them in place with my tractor. I finished it with flashing and custom eaves that I had formed by the siding supplier so it would not detract from my house. It is 35' wide and 24' from front to back. Admitedly it isn't as nice as some of the shops in this string and no room for a lift. So far it has been plenty large enough for the project but as I am moving more and more stuff into it it is getting a bit crowded. If you build it, you will fill it.

 

If you build it, you will fill it.

Ain't it the truth!

 

There is a huge industry for the used pallet racks. you can pick them up for about a third the cost of new ones. If you have a business near you that sells the used ones you can probably pick up what you need for very little. Load ratings vary but a pair of 5" deep rails will hold about 7000 pounds. You just about can't overload them if you are stowing car parts on them and they are very stable. I have even seen people use them for walls and build a roof over a parallel run of pallet racks to build a shop. They attached the siding to the backside of the pallet racks to make walls.

 

It sounds like you're planning quite the setup for your garage/shop. Given the current lumber prices, it's wise to weigh your options carefully. Steel frame buildings can be a good alternative, but the additional cost for concrete footers is something to consider. As for heating, pipes in the floor can be efficient, but may not be necessary if you won't be using the space daily. Spray foam insulation and blow-in insulation are both solid choices for temperature control. Adding an office sounds like a great idea, especially with fiber internet coming in. And while you're adding stuff, you might also want to consider integrating or garden buildings and summerhouses into your property. These structures can offer versatile space for relaxation, hobbies, or even as an extension of your workspace. Adding a summerhouse could enhance the functionality and enjoyment of your outdoor area, providing a separate retreat from your garage. Just make sure to plan your layout carefully to maximize functionality and efficiency.