Welcome to our Dream Workshop Ideas page!
This is an update of the overview photo gallery, in which we have collected a variety of ideas and options for realizing a dream: My ideal Workshop. In version 2.0, the information is structured, supplemented with explanations, and of course, a lot of new schemes and photos
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What lover or Master does not dream of his own private corner in which he could embody his dreams and ideas? And our Russian person has a Kulibin vein laid down with genes. Give us only time, a place and tools in our hands and oh, we will turn around here, and how the soul will sing ...
In this photo gallery article, we have collected a variety of ideas and options for realizing our Dream: from a toolbox and a workbench in an apartment (house, shed) to a full-fledged, freestanding Workshop equipped with a full range of equipment and tools that you may need. Be sure to consider such a solution as a mobile (mobile) Workshop. There is also a photo
Workshop from a historical point of view - as carpenters did in past centuries. Of course, modern solutions have also been added.
Everyone has their own way to their Dream Workshop, but to As in any other case, the solutions and the result depend on the approach and experience. You can do it yourself as easy as possible. Often we are used to this: to make it quickly and cheaply, without embellishment and amenities. Because there is always not enough money or time, and therefore we have what we have. But still, using examples of other solutions - with invention, a thorough approach and creative hands - we will show how you can make your own Dream Workshop.
So, let's begin! Dream Workshop 2.0
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"... In the carpentry workshop, workbenches are located perpendicular to the windows so that the light falls from the left. It is advisable to arrange workbenches in 4-5 rows of 4 workbenches in each row with a distance between rows of at least 100 cm. Area per carpenter: 4.5 sq. m.
The industry standard for carpentry workbenches with a wooden base provides the following requirements:
The height of the workbench can be in three positions 700+15,790+15, 900+15 mm; table top dimensions: length - not less than 800, width - not less than 450 mm; moisture content of wood for the manufacture of workbench parts should not be more than 12%; all wooden parts must be made of hardwood (Lumber. GOST 2695-71) or softwood (GOST SEV 2369-80), provided that the main working surfaces are covered with plywood in accordance with GOST 3916-69; the height of the stool should be fixed in the range from 700 to 750 mm, the shape of the seat is round, with a diameter of 350 + 5 mm or square with a side of 350 + 5 mm; the average service life of carpentry workbenches should be at least 6 years (for the highest quality categories - at least 8 years) ... "
Regarding the height of the work surface when working while standing in ergonomics, there are the following recommendations:
in the picture First rice - for precision work, Second rice - for light work, Third rice - for heavy work:
More solid examples of carpentry workbenches:
Of great importance in the workshop is the assembly table, where you can assemble products.
But in many cases, it is replaced by either a workbench or a multifunctional table.
In this regard, an excellent ready-made solution is :
and its smaller brethren, who took this idea into service. Eg
Or a fixed table in addition to the MFT-3 table itself
All homemade improvements and options are in the 2019 update reviews
You can see a detailed review of workbenches on the page
Or on a movable trolley, you can do it yourself or buy, for example
Do not forget about the place of storage of the material.
Moreover, the option in the photo on the right is preferable, as it provides good ventilation for almost every board.
And each of them was valued no less than the content itself.
Drawers, systainers and organizers are also available prefabricated:
A special place in tool storage systems is occupied by
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Their main advantage is docking with each other, with vacuum cleaners (above). and besides, they can withstand a weight of 120 kg. That is, a person of dense complexion can stand on them without fear of breaking them.
Chest box.
This is what they did before:
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In this photo, the tool box looks like a "legacy" chest. Home kit for an amateur carpenter: everything is in its place, accessible and compactly placed.
If you look closely, you can see that the placement of the tool is thought out by the Master to the details,- next to , next to and - . and whetstones are placed on a soft surface.and chisels are vertically located close to the side walls, and at the same time it is convenient to get any of them.
And they do it now:
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This is a photo of the "Arsenal of the Master" set.. The popularity of this picture is understandable, with the growing interest in carpentry, in the first place everyone is interested - where to start? In the photo "delicious" filed (from left to right): , , , , , , , , , , And .
As before, chests of drawers are also made
The combination of a workbench built into a chest of drawers of the old Hammacher-Schlemmer company:
Modern implementation:
In past centuries, such boxes were often made portable, so earlier they tried to fit as much as possible in them.
Particularly successful in this was Henry O. Studley, a carpenter and piano craftsman from Massachusetts, who spent 30 years creating the Masterpiece, a set of tools for repairing, tuning and even assembling pianos, pianos and organs from scratch. The case measures 99 x 46 x 23 cm (closed) and holds over 300 unique handmade tools and gadgets.
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Video review of Henry O. Studley Tool Chest
The main thing when placing a tool is to take into account the division into zones with a similar functional purpose: in one place, in another, in the third and so on.
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Both the selection of the instrument, and its beautiful functionally convenient placement, and the wall-mounted storage box itself speak of the high professionalism of its owner. Everything you need for a complete job. As they say: neither add nor subtract.
The photo shows a magnificent wardrobe both in manufacturing and in its content!
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In our opinion, this is the "alma mater" of carpentry cabinets and carpentry tool storage systems. By the way,enjoys well-deserved popularity, as well as this photo.
More photos of tool cabinets:
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Another wonderful cabinet of carpentry hand tools. So I want to see everything, get it and touch it with my own hands. And the solution is extremely cost effective. Material - plywood. The lower drawers are wood-colored plastic "baskets" for small things. Economical, practical and aesthetic!
Workshop Arrangement
There is a work surface. There is a tool and there is a place to store it. And now our home workshop is born. At the same time, of course, we value our own, created with our own hands - a self-made home workshop.
With the accumulation of tools, the Workshop acquires a variety of tool cabinets, comfortable shelves and, as we have already noted, at least one large table, a workbench (whatever you need). And then the storage system. begins to expand to its "wall", corner, room.
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This photo catches with a beautiful symmetrical interior filling. When open, this tool cabinet provides quick and easy access to any tool within arm's reach. He worked, put everything in the closet, closed it. Cleanliness, order and tools intact. With such storage, the working surface is not cluttered with anything and is free as a "blank canvas" for creativity. And if we add to this the extremely low execution budget, then the great interest in this solution is justified in all respects.
It is necessary to consider how conveniently everything is placed.
In this case, ergonomics advises the following:
Right - minimum opening dimensions in inches (25.4 cm)
Looking for your style Master equips the room Workshop at your own discretion, according to which a lot can already be said about its owner.
For example, a carpentry workshop is difficult to confuse with something else. This is how it looked mainly in past centuries:
Echoes of this approach can still often be found in our time. This Workshop looks like a museum.
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Respect and great interest are always aroused by historical continuity, a special attitude to every little thing, and even in the working mess one can guess a hidden, but clear organization of one's business! What we wish you from the bottom of our hearts!
And here is the solution, where everything "revolves" around the Master himself. It is immediately clear that here the main position for work is sitting.
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This is the office of a jack of all trades, working with a wide variety of materials and hand tools. Bribes and surprises again a large area of free work surfaces that have the most chic look! ABOUTthe abundance of tools and materials in the zone of working accessibility speaks ofthoughtful and structured approach in creating this Workshop. Therefore, such an interest in this decision is absolutely justified.
And this is what a modern home carpentry workshop looks like:
You can’t confuse the home smithy with anything either. This is how it looked not only in past centuries, but often and now it is not uncommon to find such forges:
And this is what a modern full-fledged forging factory might look like:
To arrange everything compactly, conveniently, and even beautifully, with taste - is this not aerobatics!
But over time, the room becomes small over time. And we are equipping a garage for a Workshop and also having fun as best we can and can. Here, too, much depends on the direction of the hobby.
Someone gravitates towards metal and makes a locksmith workshop with the appropriate equipment.
At the same time, the most modern materials, equipment and fixtures can be used for the manufacture of a locksmith workshop.
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Dream - Garage - Workshop! Garage is a toy! You can do whatever you want with this decision. But one thing is clear - the fifth place in the rating of views says a lot.
Below - workshop arrangement examples
and their equipment with a variety of tools and machines.
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The well-placed Carpentry Workshop in a compact environment, plenty of storage space, and a wide variety of work surfaces make this photograph a well-deservedly popular one.
Separate workshop with organized space:
Some Masters are fans of a single brand.
This is what it might look like Workshop with tool
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Here it is a free creative thought that does!Everything ingenious is simple. There is not enough space, but you need to work somehow. And without hesitation, the Master "shoved" 4 desktop machines instead of two, making a transforming table with an overturned work surface (table top). Practical, comfortable and "let others be amazed at the ingenuity"!
After all, your workshop may just be your "lair":
But, with a special desire ...
In fact, it can turn out to be a finished furniture workshop or even mini factory.
For example, an ideal studio is a workshop or an ideal workplace where you want to spend more time:
*- regarding the supply of Hammer machines, you can contact the managers of our company.
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In our opinion, this is the Dream Workshop!
At one time, our Photo Review "Dream Workshop" began with this photo in 2016. It was this photo that started this thread!
This Workshop is obviously a Successful Master. It is absolutely certain that he spent a lot of time thinking through all the details of his Workshop, and in it he went not from what he had (limited space, limited budget, lack of time), but from the Idea, in what conditions he wants to create and create . The abundance of natural light and properly organized local lighting captivates, while the light comes from above, and in the working area (at a height of 2 meters) all the space along the walls is occupied by equipment and storage spaces. The vaulted ceiling adds a sense of freedom and space for activities. The entire building is wooden. What is called: "What I work with, then surrounds me." Cleanliness, order, sufficient space for work, professional equipment - everything works for high productivity and high-quality results.
View of a similar Workshop from the left and right rear corner.
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And this is almost a factory version of the Workshop, but made in all respects "with love". Gorgeous floors made of the material the Master (or Masters) works with, high ceilings with a translucent roof, a glazed wall with an excellent view. se says that there is no word "work" in the usual sense. Everything here is for fun. In such "mansions" ZThe customer will himself come running.
And this is what full-fledged furniture workshops can look like
However, it may not be a purely carpentry, but a universal Workshop in which you can realize your most daring ideas.
Photo example of the Russian Master
He set up and equipped his Workshop from scratch. The Workshop building is on a welded frame made of metal profiles. Both channels and corners were used. The frame is sheathed with sandwich panels. Floors - bulk. Heating - diesel boiler. The brought electric power - 15 kW.
Carpentry equipment: Combined Belgian machine Robland HX 310 PRO (we will supply you on request), miter saw ,
manual frezer ,
dowel milling cutter ,
tenon cutter with dust extraction and milling support, belt grinder ,
grinder ,
vacuum cleaner and vacuum cleaner FESTOOL CLEANTEC CT 17 E .
Racks are prefabricated from standard elements.
All wooden furniture in the Workshop is made by ourselves.
This workbench is homemade. The frame is welded from a box-section profile. The screws for the vise are also of our own manufacture.
Top made of glued birch beams, oiled . As for the material, the solution is unusual, but for almost a year of use it has not revealed any shortcomings.
He makes such products in his Workshop: wooden chairs and stools of original design:
In addition to furniture, he also deals with interior woodwork. The walls and ceiling in this room are made of glued panels of our own production.
Once again, we invite everyone to share their experience and success!
Outside appearance of the Workshop
The decision on how the Workshop will look from the outside depends on your taste and possibilities:
Almost all equipment, furniture in a person's home is made of wood, and as you know, what we use sometimes becomes unusable. In order not to turn to professional workshops for any trifle, the male owner, and sometimes the hostess, can make minor repairs on their own. A home workshop is a place that is primarily equipped for repairs and various wood crafts. Therefore, the home workshop is mainly equipped as a carpentry workshop. Let's try to figure out how to make such a workshop on our own.
Home workshop, general principles for creating a workplace
Before choosing a place for a home carpentry workshop, it is necessary to think through all the issues related to ensuring the operability of this place.
You need to pay attention and think about how you will ensure quality work:
High quality electricity supply. If you want to save energy, take care of the issue of natural lighting. Daylight should come through a large window, and if the window is small, you will use additional lighting;
If there are machines in the workshop, a three-phase voltage will be needed;
Three-phase voltage requires permission from the power supply authority and related documentation;
Work in the carpentry workshop is accompanied by excessive dustiness, even when working with a jigsaw. To maintain health and not breathe wood dust, take care of ventilation. At the same time, ventilation should be only exhaust, but fresh air should also enter the workshop room, i.e. ventilation must be forced;
It is necessary to think over the place of storage of the tool, deal with the issue of making racks. Firms involved in the manufacture of racks of various sizes and configurations can come to the rescue.
How to equip a home carpentry workshop in a separately built hozblok
If there is space on the site, there is enough land, the easiest way is to build a carpentry workshop in the form of a frame hozblok.
The construction will not take much time, even with the help of two people it is possible to build such a structure in one week.
We have already written more than once about how to quickly build a frame structure, so here we will tell everything briefly.
Since the structure is light, a solid foundation is not required.
A strip foundation is enough, 40-50 cm deep, you can use a columnar foundation or a pile foundation.
The frame hozblok can be made in the form of a wooden base, wooden bars are placed on it, in the corners, a grate is attached to them, on which it is laid, DSP is sheathed on the outside, ennobled with clapboard or vinyl siding.
On the inside of the wall, you can sheathe it with drywall or wooden clapboard.
When creating a hozblok, do not forget about high-quality sound insulation.
When choosing a heater, pay attention not only to the property of retaining heat, but this material should also dampen sound well.
People are tired of the noise and they want not only comfort and beauty, but also silence on their site.
Plastic windows are able to absorb noise, but anyway, to keep the peace of the household, install a window on the opposite side of the hozblok from the residential building.
The safety of the carpentry workshop is the responsible attitude of the owner
Using non-combustible materials to finish the inside of your workshop is the first step in making your workshop safer.
If, nevertheless, you use wood or fiberboard for finishing, be sure to treat these materials with special impregnations, flame retardants.
If complex equipment is installed in the workshop, it must be multi-core, capable of withstanding heavy loads, the electrical wiring must be laid in special metal boxes or pipes, thus you can avoid fire due to a short circuit.
Do not forget to ground not only, but also machines for the carpentry workshop.
Plan the arrangement of the machines for ease of operation and attach the tool racks to the floor and walls to prevent them from tipping over.
Carpentry workshop in a city apartment
Not everyone is lucky enough to own a private house, but in their free time they want to do something useful for the home, for the family. Masterful owners are looking for any free corner of their own carpentry workbench, conveniently arrange carpentry equipment and tools for the carpentry workshop.
The easiest way, within the apartment, is to make a carpentry workshop in the loggia, sometimes they make a carpentry workshop in the pantry.
A more convenient option is to place a carpentry workshop on a balcony or loggia.
Before making a workshop, it is necessary to insulate, glaze a balcony or loggia. If the winters are harsh, consider heating the cold room.
Outlets are connected to the balcony or loggia.
Naturally, in such a carpentry workshop you cannot work on a powerful machine, but you can use household appliances in the form of a drill, jigsaw, etc. quite accessible.
An open window can replace good ventilation.
Of course, we must try to work at a time convenient for people, since the noise of the construction site will not be very pleasant for the neighbors.
If you do not have a balcony or loggia, you can install a workbench in the pantry, if the size of this pantry allows.
The positive point is the isolation of this room from all rooms.
The big inconvenience, of course, is the lack of ventilation.
But then someone, as lucky, sometimes happens in the pantry exit to the ventilation duct.
If the workbench cannot be installed, you can install a cabinet with a folding table.
In the cabinet itself, you can store tools and equipment, and a folding table will serve as a work surface.
A detailed guide for those who want to open their own carpentry workshop and turn their hobby into a highly profitable business. What you need to open, how to register a workshop, what to produce, what additional services to offer and how much you can earn from all this.
A carpentry shop is a good business option. It can produce custom-made furniture, windows, interior or entrance doors, as well as other products that will be in good demand.
An additional source of income can be the repair or restoration of wooden furniture.
How to open a carpentry workshop, officially register it, find buyers, choose the best premises and what tools and equipment will be needed is described in detail in this article.
Business Benefits
Own carpentry is a profitable business that has such advantages as:
- demand for manufactured products;
- growing demand for products every year;
- minimum investment at the start;
- stable and good income regardless of the season;
- several options for marketing products;
- the possibility of expanding the range and range of services.
The demand for wooden furniture, custom doors or windows is really growing every year. Along with this, the turnover and income of carpentry workshops are increasing. Therefore, already from the advantages it is clear that the decision to engage in such a business is the right one. But what and how much money do you need to start?
What is needed to open a carpentry
To start such a business, you need to be a good carpenter yourself or find such a specialist. The workshop must be properly organized:
- a separate place for storing materials and products;
- the availability of the necessary equipment;
- comfortable workplaces for craftsmen;
- high-quality lighting;
- and etc.
You also need to understand that even with a high demand for products, immediate profits should not be expected. All investments will pay off not earlier than in 8-10 months.
Moreover, you need to know that a carpentry workshop is a business with a minimum profitability of 25% to 35%. It takes a lot of hard work to break a business like this. Therefore, do not be afraid or work at a loss.
To start this business, you need to go through 6 steps.
Step 1. Registration of business in the tax office.
Step 2 Search and rental of premises for the workshop.
Step 3 Purchase of tools and equipment.
Step 4 Purchase of materials.
Step 6 Search for buyers of manufactured products.
All the steps presented are a summary of the main points. Let's consider each in detail.
Workshop Registration
The optimal form of government for a carpentry workshop is an LLC. It makes it possible to hire workers and expand production without much difficulty.
As an individual entrepreneur (IP), you can register only if the owner himself or 1-2 hired craftsmen will work in the workshop.
To register a workshop:
- choose a form of government;
- obtain a certificate of registration of an individual entrepreneur or LLC;
- become registered with the tax office;
- obtain permission from the CPS.
Also, when a room is selected and rented, it will be necessary to obtain permission from the fire inspectorate. This is an important point, since carpentry involves working with flammable materials.
How much do you need to start
It will take about 220 thousand rubles to open a carpentry workshop. This includes:
- up to 14,000 rubles - rent of premises (in the absence of your own);
- about 21,000 rubles. - raw materials and materials;
- up to 180,000 rubles - tools and equipment;
- up to 1,500 rubles - payment for electricity.
- 50 000 rub. - other expenses.
- 20,000 - 40,000 rubles - salaries of hired workers (2 people).
The figures are approximate. For example, it is not a fact that you will need to spend money on salaries, since an entrepreneur alone can run a business and engage in production.
You may also not need to pay rent if you have your own premises (for example, a spacious garage, a separate room in a country house or a building on a personal plot).
A large amount will be required only for the purchase of equipment and tools. The rest is quite reasonably priced.
Thus, having invested 220,000 rubles at the initial stage, after six months, with a profitability of 23%, you can reach a profit of 70,000 rubles. per month.
Carpentry workshop
The following requirements apply to carpentry workshops:
Area - at least 50 sq. m.
The length of the room is at least 4 m.
Humidity is low.
Temperature - not less than 16°С.
Lighting - 20% natural, 80% artificial.
Ventilation - natural, supply and exhaust filter systems.
Electricity - 220V and 380V.
Fire safety - in accordance with chapter 8 of the Rules of the fire regime of the Russian Federation.
Tools and equipment
The list of basic tools and equipment includes:
- hammers and mallets;
- chisels and electric planes;
- tape measure and caliper;
- drill and screwdriver;
- electric jigsaw and circular saws;
- milling and jointing machines;
- devices for applying paint, varnish and antiseptics;
- fan with bags.
You will also need the following supplies:
- wood glue;
- dye;
- oil;
- nails;
- self-tapping screws.
In addition, packaging materials for finished products may be required.
Wage-earners
A minimum of two carpenters is required for the well-established production of products. One may be the entrepreneur himself, the second - a hired worker.
You need to understand that in order to participate in the production process yourself, you need to have the appropriate skills. If they are not available, it is optimal to hire two carpenters.
If you plan to produce unique furniture or other specific products, then you may need a specialist for artistic wood cutting.
The number of employees will directly depend on the volume of work. At the initial stage, you can get by with two masters. As the enterprise expands, it is necessary to attract new specialists. Perhaps in the future, a manager will be required to search for buyers. Although you can do this work yourself.
What can be made in a carpentry workshop?
To understand what products to produce, you need to study the market. You should pay attention to goods that are in excess and those for which there is a shortage.
Be sure to study the pricing policy of competitors and their range.
You can work in the field of production:
- furniture and decorative interior elements;
- stairs and doors;
- gazebos and fences;
- finishing products.
If there are specific ideas, then everything should be carefully weighed and make sure that there will be a demand for the products. Otherwise, you can guess.
It is best to start a business with furniture, doors or windows. These products are always in demand in the market. For a start, this product is the best. In the future, you can expand the range and add additional services.
Product sales options
Finished products can be sold at fairs, markets or via the Internet. That is, this is an option for delivering products to customers from the workshop.
Construction or furniture stores may be interested in cooperation. To do this, it is enough to call these outlets and make them a unique trade offer for the supply of their own products.
If there is no desire to look for buyers and shops for cooperation, then it is optimal to open your own outlet. Selling products will be much easier and more profitable.
But it should be noted that if you work in the three listed areas at once, you can get large amounts of work and a stable income of over 100,000 rubles. per month.
Additional services
The carpentry workshop opens up a lot of possibilities. In addition to production, customers can be offered additional services, such as:
- delivery of products to the client;
- assembling furniture at home or in the client's office;
- furniture repair or restoration;
- installation of windows and doors;
- other services related to the field of activity.
The listed services can become an additional tool to increase the profit of the workshop.
How to attract buyers
To attract customers, you can use different methods of advertising. The most effective of them are:
- Booklets and flyers. They can be made in the form of a mini-catalogue of products with prices, contacts and addresses where you can go. This method of advertising is one of the most effective, as potential buyers can immediately get acquainted with the assortment (or the most popular products of the workshop) and make a decision.
- Advertising in the media. Here you need to take care of the advertising campaign on local television, radio, newspapers and magazines. Which of the media to attract depends on the budget allocated for business promotion.
- Internet advertising. This is another effective way to quickly reach potential customers. To do this, you need to open your own website, place a product catalog on its pages and make it possible to place an online order. The greatest return on the site can be obtained by running in Yandex.Direct. Also, do not ignore social networks, where you can create an official workshop group, advertise it and get even more customers.
conclusions
To open your own workshop, you need to invest about 200,000 rubles. You will need to register an LLC, rent a room, purchase tools and equipment, as well as search for buyers.
Payback of business - 8-10 months. Monthly profit - more than 70,000 rubles. Minimum profitability - 25-30%.
Most summer residents outside the city do not just relax and grow crops, but also constantly make something, landscaping their dacha. For this reason, a variety of tools for working with wood and metal are brought here. However, before tinkering, it is advisable to take care of a place for safe and productive work, so in this article we will look at how to equip a workshop in the country with our own hands.
Workshop space
The easiest way is to equip a workshop in the basement or an existing outbuilding.
The only thing is that the room must meet the following requirements:
- The area must be at least 5 square meters. In this case, it is necessary to properly organize the workplace.
- The area of the room should be at least twice the space occupied by the instruments.
- The floor in the workshop must be solid and always dry.
- The room must be well ventilated.
If there was no place that meets these requirements in the country, then a workshop must be built.
Workshop construction
Project
Before starting construction, you should prepare a project for a workshop in the country, in which the following points should be taken into account:
- Dimensions of the future building.
- The layout of the building, for example, in addition to the workshop, the building may include a room for storing garden tools.
- Location of windows and doors.
- The location of the building on the site, etc.
The more accurate the project, the less likely it is to make a mistake during the construction process. However, it is not necessary to draw an exact drawing to scale. You can depict the design schematically, even by hand, the main thing is to accurately indicate the dimensions and other important parameters.
materials
The easiest way to build a workshop is from wood, besides, the price of this material is the most affordable. Moreover, you can perform a frame structure, which will save time. For this you will need the following materials:
Advice!
Recently, outbuildings and country houses from block containers have been popular among summer residents.
They are affordable and install quickly.
This design can be adapted to the workshop.
Construction
Brief instructions for building a workshop are as follows:
- First of all, you need to build a foundation. To do this, pits are dug for concrete blocks to a depth of about 25 cm, which are subsequently covered with a 10 cm layer of sand.
- Blocks are placed on compacted sand. Such support pillars should be located at all corners of the building, as well as along the walls at a distance of 2.5-3 meters. In addition, the poles should be located under the floor logs.
- Next, concrete pillars are covered with roofing material.
- Then, in accordance with the project, you need to cut the bars into parts of the desired length.
- Base bars should be laid around the perimeter. Details can be fastened with self-tapping screws and metal corners or using the tongue and groove method.
- Then the floor logs are laid, which are also attached to the outer bars with metal corners and self-tapping screws.
- After that, vertical poles are installed, which are fastened with transverse bars.
- Horizontal beams are laid on top of the vertical pillars. The result should be a solid box frame.
- A roof truss system is installed on top of the frame, which can be made gable or even single-sided.
- When the frame is ready, you can begin to sheath it with chipboard plates. It is better to start work with the outer skin. Panels should be fixed with self-tapping screws. I must say that instead of chipboard for exterior walls, you can use lining.
- Before sheathing the frame from the inside, mineral mats must be laid in the space between the bars.
In the photo - lining the frame with clapboard
- After sheathing the walls, you need to make a crate of the truss system, cover it with waterproofing material and lay roofing, for example, metal tiles.
- When the building is almost ready, you need to lay the floor and sheathe the exterior with finishing material. that will protect them from the negative effects of the environment.
- At the end of the work it is necessary to install windows and doors.
Note!
All wooden materials must be treated with an antiseptic before being used for construction.
This will protect them from decay and, accordingly, extend the life of the structure.
Communications
The first thing to do in the workshop is wiring. The easiest way is to conduct electricity from the junction box of a country house. However, a separate line can be drawn. In this case, you will need a separate counter.
When doing wiring, you need to carefully consider the lighting. In addition to the central one, local lighting sources should be installed near the machines and the workbench.
Advice!
If for some reason there is no electricity in the country house, renting a diesel generator for the country house will temporarily solve the problem.
To make the workshop even more convenient, you can bring plumbing into the room and make a drainage system. However, such communications are not mandatory.
The main secret is to buy only what you really need and do not spend money on expensive trinkets. Take a closer look at professional workshops where every tool justifies its price. Think about how you can achieve the same results and how to get the most out of every penny invested without sacrificing quality.
START FROM THE BASICS
There are different opinions about which machines and tools for the workshop should be purchased first. Here's how we prioritized those. The list includes machine tools, power tools and other equipment. (This assumes that you already have the essentials, such as a screwdriver, a jigsaw, and a vacuum cleaner.)
First of all - sawing machine
This versatile machine is the heart of most carpentry shops. With it, you can cut along and across, cut out grooves, tongues and spikes, and do much more. Since this will be your main machine, don't be too stingy. Avoid buying lower priced desktop models that often lack precision and power.
Pay attention to simple machines with an open stand or desktop costing $300-500. They have enough power, they are more accurate, and with them you can use various devices.
Raising the bar higher, you can own an even more powerful and accurate entry-level closed-stand saw or (for the same money) a great open-stand saw with a powerful motor and a 50-inch rip fence. Any of these machines can remain the only one for life. A good longitudinal stop always justifies its price, so its choice should be approached carefully and not be too stingy. When budgeting for sawmill expenses, don't forget to add funds for a high quality 40-60 carbide tooth combo saw blade to avoid multiple chips and burns on the wood.
Once you have purchased your saw, use one of its side wings as a router table by installing the mounting plate. In this way, you can avoid unnecessary costs for a separate base and save valuable space on the floor of the workshop. You can also alternate between using the same rip fence when working with a saw blade and cutters.
The router with interchangeable soles plays any role
The router is undoubtedly one of the most versatile power tools in the carpentry shop. And today, for the same money, you can have many more routers than before.
The milling machine itself is useless, however, you can buy milling cutters in large sets, which will save you a lot of money. When several cutters in a cheap set have worn out, they can be purchased separately, replacing them with better ones that will last longer.
It makes sense to purchase a router with several interchangeable bases - fixed, submersible and, in some cases, with a bracket-shaped handle. Place one base on the table and use the others for manual milling. Add a large, inexpensive set of cutters and you're good to go.
Most measurements and markings can be done with a tape measure, combination square, steel ruler, compass, and mechanical pencil. For more complex work, you will need a bevel, digital caliper, protractor and drawing square.
Measuring and marking tools
The accuracy of processing directly depends on the accuracy of the markup, so you should definitely purchase several basic measuring and marking tools, choosing the highest quality ones. There are many clever devices, but you do not need to pay attention to them. Just a few basic ones are enough, which are shown in right photo above.
Definitely need a work surface
The workbench must be level, stable and durable. You can make your own by adding store-bought vise and bench rests for easy clamping of parts.
Now that you can turn the boards into pieces for your project, you need a place to work with them. A massive carpenter's workbench will make an ideal workbench, but you can do a lot with a small folding workbench, a sawhorse-mounted door, or the simple homemade workbench shown in photo above.
You can't do without good clamps
Joiners often say that there are never too many clamps, but just a few are enough to start. Rack and tube clamps are considered champions in versatility and are especially useful when gluing shields together. Buy half a dozen pipe clamp heads, several lengths of pipe with threads on both ends, and couplers. Then you can always have clamps of any length on hand. Quick-acting one-handed clamps are very convenient, so it is useful to have at least a few pieces with a jaw width of 300-600 mm. Over time, when funds allow, replenish your arsenal with new clamps.
The sole of an eccentric sander rotates and makes oscillatory orbital movements, due to which individual risks merge into a continuous pattern that covers the entire surface.
Don't forget sanding
If you can only afford one sander, it should be an eccentric sander. With coarse discs it aggressively removes material from the surface, while with fine-grained discs it will allow you to get a smooth base for finishing.
Drilling machine should be next on the list
Modern electric drills amaze with power and convenience, but for maximum accuracy and accuracy, a drilling machine is needed. In 90% of cases, a relatively inexpensive benchtop model is sufficient, saving over $100 compared to a large floorstanding machine. Use the savings to buy sets of twist drills, Forstner drills, and a few grinding drums. In addition, you can use a slotting nozzle for selecting nests, which is bolted to the neck of the quill.
Some may need a planer
Even if you don't use the planer to its full potential, it will help you quickly prepare rough boards for further processing and get perfectly straight edges for gluing.
If you often have to deal with rough boards, you should consider buying a planer. Perhaps, in other cases, you will be satisfied with the possibility of jointing edges with a router. However, planers are not too expensive machines.
With it, you can remove burns from the saw blade, ideally joint the edges of boards for gluing shields, and some models allow you to choose folds. Most importantly, the planer is the only machine capable of perfectly flattening the board.
STILL MONEY LEFT? THINK ABOUT THESE PURCHASES
With the equipment listed on the previous pages, as well as a jigsaw and a drill, you will be able to make most of the projects. However, over time, you may need a couple more machines.
Add thicknesser to additional list
It will help save on the purchase of lumber, as you yourself will process rough boards to the required thickness. In addition, it is possible to obtain blanks of non-standard cross-sections that cannot be found on the market.
Be prepared for the fact that these machines produce a huge amount of chips and dust. However, some modern models have a built-in dust extraction system that facilitates subsequent cleaning, and this will help to postpone the purchase of special equipment if it does not fit into the budget.
A band saw wouldn't hurt either.
A bandsaw excels at curved cuts, but it can also be used to split boards in width and thickness, cut across, cut circles, and even turn small logs into boards.
Joinery does not always require only straight cuts. A portable electric jigsaw can do a lot, but in some cases you can not do without a band saw. In our opinion, 14-inch models are most justified in home workshops.
With all these machines, tools and equipment, you will be ready for almost any job. Then, as needed, if the budget allows, supplement your arsenal with specialized tools. Read the section for a list of what you may need next.
IT'S TIME TO CLEAN UP
Work in the workshop will be productive only on the condition that a permanent place is immediately determined for each item in it, and you regularly maintain order. But do not go to extremes, thinking that the furniture in the workshop must certainly be fashionable or expensive. Efficiency consists of completely different principles. Try the following methods.
Store your tools in cabinets
You can organize storage spaces for your treasures without spending a dime if you look out for unnecessary kitchen cabinets. Your relatives, friends or neighbors will often be happy to get rid of them after the renovation.
Once the cabinets are delivered to the workshop, get creative with their placement. For example, the drilling machine shown in photo at the end of the article, installed on two wall-mounted kitchen cabinets. They raise the machine to a comfortable working height, and inside there is a lot of space closed from dust by doors.
Make cabinets more functional by adding drawers and extra shelves, as well as attaching holders to the inside of the doors. Paint old cabinets with light enamel to freshen up the look and spruce up your workshop.
Store boards compactly
Boards leaning against a wall and stacked on the floor quickly become a source of confusion and are often damaged when dropped. Store them properly by attaching inexpensive metal brackets to the wall, as shown in photo at the end of the article. Arrange them at intervals of about 200 mm in height and place the chipboard shelves on top. Each shelf will easily hold 6-8 boards.
In such small stacks, it is easy to select the right board, especially if you mark each of them.
ADDITIONAL WAYS TO GET THE MOST OF YOUR BUDGET
How to save money on clamps
Want to reduce the need for clamps? Try replacing them with a few studs when gluing.
A small compressor and pneumatic nailer will cost about $200, which is no more than a few good slatted clamps. If you already have a compressor, the purchase of a nailer will cost only $40-50.
Buy boards by cubic meters
The purchase of lumber is not part of the workshop arrangement. But all the work in the carpentry workshop is connected with the boards. Why not save on this too by buying them in bulk? If the pros do it, then you can do it too by teaming up with a group of friends and buying boards in a bargain. You may be lucky and you will be able to get an additional discount.
Next steps
Other tools and accessories make carpentry work easier, faster and better. Having acquired the machines and tools that we have included in the main list, you may need to consider purchasing the following items.
HAND TOOLS
- Chisels
- planers
- Kiyanka
- Japanese hacksaw
- cycle
POWER TOOLS
- Lamella router
- Belt sander
- A circular saw
- Second router
MACHINES
- Chip blower and air filter
- Miter saw
- Combined belt and disc sander
- Spindle grinder
- Jigsaw machine
- Lathe
EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
- Mobile platforms for machine tools
- roller support
- Jig for drilling oblique holes - pockets
- Spike Milling Tool
- Reismus
