Shop layout

[Mark Rhodes]

I have the OK From the War Department (Wife) to build a stand alone shop. Anyone know where there might be some shop layout sample to look at for ideas ?

[Steve Clardy]

Grizzly's web page has a simple free downloadable shop layout program. Try it.

[Ted Shrader]

Mark -

Welcome to the Creek. A great place to hang out and exchange ideas.

Frank Pellow just finished building a shop. He is outfitting it now. Do a search. There are several different threads (by subject) of Frank's trials and tribulations as he went through the experience. Lots of valuable info to be had.

Ted

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Mark...Welcome to the 'Creek! Check out the FWW website. Under "shop" they have a free article that addresses shop layouts.

[Steve Jenkins]

Mark before you worry about the layout determine the size shop you need/want. The easiest way to determine the size is to take the size of your property remove house,figure setbacks and build to the max.:>). You only think that what you plan will be big enough.:>) Steve

[Mark Rhodes]

Thanks for the help guys! Steve i tried that approach and she didnt seem to be thrilled with that. I have the size and location determined but i want to be smart about the layout so when it happens i have a plan and i can optimize the space. Im new to the WW thing (2yrs) and i have assembled the aresenal (waiting on the shop for the cabinet saw) but have been stuffed into one half of a 2 car Garage, everythign is on wheel at this point. I am real excited about having my own space (she doesnt get a key) I have really enjoyed the "creek" as you call it not sure of the lingo yet.

Thanks again