Shop lights

stryped · 2009-07-13T12:16:15+00:00

I am finally building a 30x30 garage at home. (And hobby shop). Howmany and what are the best lights to use in the ceiling? Factors are:1. Price2. Amount of light3. Energey useage.I looked at 8 foot long ones at Lowes that were High output. They were55 dollars per 2 bulb units. (Not counting the bulbs). I wondered ifthey would use a ton of electricity.A regular 8 foot one with 2 bulbs was 33 I think.I can get the standard 4 bulb 4 foot light for 37 dollars.My shop will have one 16 foot door.Also, This is a stick framed unit with studs 4 foot centers. Outsideis metal roof and ceiling like a pole barn. Inside height is 10 feet.Thinking about using regular osb for the inside walls. The contractorsaid blown insulation would be cheaper. Is this true? (I will do theinsulation and walls myself as well as lights and wiring.)Thanks!

Jul 13, 2009 22 Replies

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Richard W. 17 years ago

I would think that one would want either a roll up door or a horizontal sliding door like a pole barn. The ideal shop would have a hoist that could go anywhere to unload parts or machines from a truck or trailer.

Richard W.

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