Clay@sprucecreations Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 I just moved into a new house that has a 25x30 pole building in the back yard. I just had electricity install and I'm in the process of laying out all my tools. I think I'm going to go with the table saw in the center and outfield tables surrounding it. Any tips you guys may have on laying out the rest of my tools? I have a band saw, planer, drill press, miter saw (with station), assembly table (4x8), jointer, and all the hand tool. I am a hobbyist as of now but looking to go full time in the next year. Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ..Kev Posted May 13, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Every shop is going to be different and to be honest, you won't really know if you've got it right until you have it set up and do a couple projects in it. One thing to remember is dust collection. The closer the big dust producer machines are to the DC, the better it will work. In my shop, I count steps from my primary work location. Items I use most frequently are the closest. Welcome to the forums! And, good luck! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chet Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 If you are like a lot of us here you will likely go through several shop formations as you develop a work flow that you like. Don't fight the urge to try different set ups. The first layout won't be your last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay@sprucecreations Posted May 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Thanks, that does get me thinking about the location of the DC. I'm glad to be here, I've been trying to find a good source for answers and inspiration. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drzaius Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Welcome Clay. A sound proof closet for the cyclone & compressor is nice to have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Hi, Clay! You mentioned going full-time in the shop. Building mostly cabinets, custom furniture, or other? I notice that the pro cabinet shops I see tend to have a different (more limited) set of machines, although usually of the larger variety. Makes a difference in layout needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QHC Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Hi, Clay! You mentioned going full-time in the shop. Building mostly cabinets, custom furniture, or other? I notice that the pro cabinet shops I see tend to have a different (more limited) set of machines, although usually of the larger variety. Makes a difference in layout needs. For me it's all about getting the rough sawn lumber in and down to dimension. That flow is where I think most of the time is spent where machine layout is important. My table saw is in the middle, to the right, next to the saw is the jointer, planer and wide belt sander. So wheather I'm starting at the jointer or the saw, all three machines are just a few steps from each other. The saw's outfeed table is right there to lay the boards on as they go through the planer, same with the jointer. From there they usually go to the miter saw and get cut to length. At that point they go on a cart, where I can easily take them to the mortiser, back to the saw for tennons, band saw, bench, etc. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 Think about how you process you materials also. Jointer to planer to tablesaw back to jointer those kinds of things keep those close so your not going from one side all the way to the other while milling down stock. The rest is more preference and what works best for your shop flow. Just my two penny's! Keep us posted with pictures! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibboykin Posted August 8, 2017 Report Share Posted August 8, 2017 The smartest thing I've ever read about shop layout is location of wood storage. You just don't want to have to run an obstacle course across your shop to bring in lumber. So in that thought you want wood storage in close proximity to the door. With that same thought in mind, especially if you are building cabinets and will be using a lot of sheet goods: you want the table saw in close proximity to your wood storage. Think about the difficulty of maneuvering around various machines while lugging a 4x8x3/4 sheet of plywood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bankstick Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 My wood storage philosophy is: Stick it anywhere it will fit which is anywhere outside the shop. Most of my power tools are on casters. I have to move two things to use one. I am very limited in space in my basement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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