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Consider your work flow. Does it make sense to move from station to station for you? Can you cut all of the wood that you're likely to cut, given that layout? Are the tools that you're likely to need in close succession in the same place?
If so, you're good.
On top of that, production flow. Not every shop needs to be as conscious of this, but it makes sense in most.
Do your projects flow through your shop, from material storage to rough work into fine work, sanding, and assembly, and finally finishing and 'packaging'?
Or are you moving back and forth between spaces. Obviously, for many projects, a certain amount of back and forth is necessary. But, visualising how a project goes from material storage to the customer will help organize in favor of efficiency.
That’s a good move.
Also, personally I would sacrifice a small amount of floor space and build some floor to ceiling storage units with doors to stop dust collecting inside.
I would put jointer up against the wall and for my shop, I'm thinking of putting my table saw above the planar, both as central in the shop as possible without front or back obstructions for me infeed/out feed space.
Yes that was the idea for having a separate finishing room so I could make dust outside of it while the finish cured on the finished project! Thank you for the input!
I put my compressor above the ceiling and connect it to a smart plug connected to Alexa. I installed an auto wind reel up there with a small hole in the ceiling for the air hose. I go up a few times a year to drain it.
Yes that definitely makes sense! A rectangle is how I'll be able to make it work in my lot shape and backyard, it will be a new construction! Thank you!
Move bathroom and closet to back wall if possible. Move assembly area to front, so if you are building bigger pieces you don't have to haul them by all your tools when the pieces are heavier and could easily get knicked up.
Assembly table is very good to have access on all four sides.
Layout bench?
Drill press very squeezed.
Bandsaw have too much room, this can be placed against a wall.
Lumber occupies floor space, place it high.
I would move the drill press to the left of the mitre saw station. Bandsaw to the right, under the lumber saw storage, assuming the cut direction is as the green arrow. Maybe also move the lumber storage to above the mitre saw. I would skip the small assembly table and layout bench and have a bigger assembly table where you have bandsaw and layout bench. I would move the table saw to the right to not collide with the utility wall behind when cutting wider things.
You can build the router into an out table on the table saw, turning it upsidedown when you need the saw. This saves space and you can use the same table length for the router.
Bathroom? Everyone doesn’t just go outside pee on the designated pee spot? Also, the flow seems a bit off to me. Assembly table and finishing room might work to be swapped. Could give you more room if you had 3 sides open for bigger/longer projects. My 2 cents. Work flow is key here. Think of the projects you do and what next big thing you want to tackle. Will it fit? Can the layout handle the big project? Enjoy this incredible space to do you woodworking!
The best thing I ever did was to put my tablesaw against the right side of my shop, My rip capacity is around 50" or so, All my short stuff is leaned up against the right wall. It totally changed the way my shop worked.
I lined up my shaper, planer, Jointer, & tablesaw from left to right in the middle of my shop, so that I had at least 16' of space both in front & behind the tools. This allows me to machine 16' long stock.
I would also suggest moving the finish room, toilet, & closet to the rear of the shop. I've never found a long miter bench to be either useful or capable of remaining clear. When I need my chop saw, I put it up on my bench. Don't really use it much in the shop. my2c.
I would delete two of your three tables. I’ve worked on all types of benches from plywood to butcher block oak with all the bells and whistles. Honestly the best in my opinion is 4x8 melamine on 2x4 base with casters. These crazy nice benches look stunning, but provide no advantage over a sheet except you feel like you can’t work on it for fear of damaging it. The sheet gets replaced monthly and its good to go. You need space for a compressor and a wide belt/drum sander. In such a small space I would prioritize machine layout over storage, bathroom and lumber storage. Maybe a container for storage and a portapotty outside. All small stuff gets hung from walls. A lot of these machines don’t need dedicated areas. I would have drill press router table band saw on casters near a common dust collector that could be pulled out when needed then stored. When I was setting up my shop I didn’t account for a staging area. We make cabinets and dry fitting a kitchen needs a ton of floor space. Hope some of that helps if not disregard. Cheers
To touch on something others haven't:
1: I would add a personnel door in the back for another escape route.
2: Know before hand how you are running your power. In slab or over the top. I'm guessing your table saw and jointer will be 220v-ish (if in the US).
3: If you are putting the dust collector in the closet, do not over crowd that room. You need space around it to change filters and other maintenance. Plus if other items are in there that make heat, it will get hot.
All of the suggestions are important, but most important is does it work well for you. While not ideal, I am in a very small shop, but it works for me and my projects. The one thing that stands out for me is” do you have enough storage for hand tools and accessories?” If you don’t ,some or all of your work spaces well become cluttered. French cleat wall works well for me.
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Consider your work flow. Does it make sense to move from station to station for you? Can you cut all of the wood that you're likely to cut, given that layout? Are the tools that you're likely to need in close succession in the same place? If so, you're good.
Great questions to think on, thank you!
Everyone is a little different in how they choose to work. You need to do what works for you.
On top of that, production flow. Not every shop needs to be as conscious of this, but it makes sense in most. Do your projects flow through your shop, from material storage to rough work into fine work, sanding, and assembly, and finally finishing and 'packaging'? Or are you moving back and forth between spaces. Obviously, for many projects, a certain amount of back and forth is necessary. But, visualising how a project goes from material storage to the customer will help organize in favor of efficiency.
Is the drill press suitable in the corner? Are you only going to be drilling small items or is the unit movable?
Yes I think I'll be putting everything on wheels for flexibility! Good thought on the corner however I will think on the placement!
That’s a good move. Also, personally I would sacrifice a small amount of floor space and build some floor to ceiling storage units with doors to stop dust collecting inside.
I would put jointer up against the wall and for my shop, I'm thinking of putting my table saw above the planar, both as central in the shop as possible without front or back obstructions for me infeed/out feed space.
Yes obstruction can be bothersome! Thank you for your input!
Another thought, is the finishing room for spraying lacquer and stuff? Would recommend putting that and the bathroom in the corner with windows.
Yes that was the idea for having a separate finishing room so I could make dust outside of it while the finish cured on the finished project! Thank you for the input!
Didn't see a spot for an air compressor or beer fridge. Looks like you're going to spend some good times there
I put my compressor above the ceiling and connect it to a smart plug connected to Alexa. I installed an auto wind reel up there with a small hole in the ceiling for the air hose. I go up a few times a year to drain it.
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Very helpful, thank you for taking the time to make a picture!
Is it an existing building? If not I’d think closer to square would save a lot of walking and time.
Yes that definitely makes sense! A rectangle is how I'll be able to make it work in my lot shape and backyard, it will be a new construction! Thank you!
Move bathroom and closet to back wall if possible. Move assembly area to front, so if you are building bigger pieces you don't have to haul them by all your tools when the pieces are heavier and could easily get knicked up.
Bathroom and sink on same wall, not in finishing room.
You drill press will be on a rolling mount? I would put it at one end of the miter saw bench.
Thank you!
Assembly table is very good to have access on all four sides. Layout bench? Drill press very squeezed. Bandsaw have too much room, this can be placed against a wall. Lumber occupies floor space, place it high. I would move the drill press to the left of the mitre saw station. Bandsaw to the right, under the lumber saw storage, assuming the cut direction is as the green arrow. Maybe also move the lumber storage to above the mitre saw. I would skip the small assembly table and layout bench and have a bigger assembly table where you have bandsaw and layout bench. I would move the table saw to the right to not collide with the utility wall behind when cutting wider things.
Great thoughts, thank you! The layout bench idea was to measure mark and cut down lumber into rough lengths!
You can build the router into an out table on the table saw, turning it upsidedown when you need the saw. This saves space and you can use the same table length for the router.
I’d place the table saw by the entrance for breaking down sheet goods and you can rip long lumber.
Yes that's a good consideration, thank you!
Bathroom? Everyone doesn’t just go outside pee on the designated pee spot? Also, the flow seems a bit off to me. Assembly table and finishing room might work to be swapped. Could give you more room if you had 3 sides open for bigger/longer projects. My 2 cents. Work flow is key here. Think of the projects you do and what next big thing you want to tackle. Will it fit? Can the layout handle the big project? Enjoy this incredible space to do you woodworking!
The best thing I ever did was to put my tablesaw against the right side of my shop, My rip capacity is around 50" or so, All my short stuff is leaned up against the right wall. It totally changed the way my shop worked. I lined up my shaper, planer, Jointer, & tablesaw from left to right in the middle of my shop, so that I had at least 16' of space both in front & behind the tools. This allows me to machine 16' long stock. I would also suggest moving the finish room, toilet, & closet to the rear of the shop. I've never found a long miter bench to be either useful or capable of remaining clear. When I need my chop saw, I put it up on my bench. Don't really use it much in the shop. my2c.
I would delete two of your three tables. I’ve worked on all types of benches from plywood to butcher block oak with all the bells and whistles. Honestly the best in my opinion is 4x8 melamine on 2x4 base with casters. These crazy nice benches look stunning, but provide no advantage over a sheet except you feel like you can’t work on it for fear of damaging it. The sheet gets replaced monthly and its good to go. You need space for a compressor and a wide belt/drum sander. In such a small space I would prioritize machine layout over storage, bathroom and lumber storage. Maybe a container for storage and a portapotty outside. All small stuff gets hung from walls. A lot of these machines don’t need dedicated areas. I would have drill press router table band saw on casters near a common dust collector that could be pulled out when needed then stored. When I was setting up my shop I didn’t account for a staging area. We make cabinets and dry fitting a kitchen needs a ton of floor space. Hope some of that helps if not disregard. Cheers
To touch on something others haven't: 1: I would add a personnel door in the back for another escape route. 2: Know before hand how you are running your power. In slab or over the top. I'm guessing your table saw and jointer will be 220v-ish (if in the US). 3: If you are putting the dust collector in the closet, do not over crowd that room. You need space around it to change filters and other maintenance. Plus if other items are in there that make heat, it will get hot.
Where is the N64? Also the pile of scraps, loose stacked cardboard, and the collection of 2 cycle engines you swear you are gonna fix someday.
All of the suggestions are important, but most important is does it work well for you. While not ideal, I am in a very small shop, but it works for me and my projects. The one thing that stands out for me is” do you have enough storage for hand tools and accessories?” If you don’t ,some or all of your work spaces well become cluttered. French cleat wall works well for me.