Hi there

I was reading many posts about having your workshop in the shed and I'm not quite sure about it. Having wood as a main construction material and keeping it in the shed where by is exposed to damp conditions sometimes don't seems to be great idea.
I've got wooden shed myself and I know state of it after few days of rain and let's be honest - rain is the most we get in some parts in this country

Last thing I want to get is my ship absorbing all the damp from the air cosint wooden parts to change shape little bit.

What do you think about it?

Tom

Yup...I have got to say that I agree with you shipmates, I was considering the shed but then the visions of dampness and temperature changes such as a hot sun bearing down on its roof at the height of summer and me slowly melting in the process soon threw the dampeners on the idea, so, the missus (she who must be obeyed) has to put up with me building Victory in the bedroom under the front window..she even bought me a mini vacuum cleaner..was that a hint missus? At least it's quiet and out of the way.. John

In a perfect world I agree, having a room in the house is for me, BUT as my case I dont have that space, so the shed it is, the model itself is in doors (Bouny) as will the Victory be as soon as we get the hull done, horses for courses really.

My space is in the dinning room at my computer desk. Its big enough to work at, but i do have to pack away when i am done. Not a problem though and it suits the Guv'nor to, as i am out of the way!!!!

Split from other half 2 year ago so have full house to myself. I have just built a 6x4 foot workbench and put it in front room. Ace being my own boss.

My step son is talking about moving out to the usa...i am already thinking up plans for his room...after it's been fumigated (typical smelly teenager)....hell i might even help him pack...

Well I have to work in the shed. Somewhere between the lawnmower and a load of seed potatoes (yes, I know they should be in by now). Working in the house was vetoed, so I said "I'll work where I want!"
I'm now living in the shed!!!

The shed isn't a safe place to store your naval masterpiece, it's ok to build it in a shed if you can get into it!
No sooner do you get it cleared and someone will come along to dump something into it again!

I'm lucky! this isn't a problem for me!. I can use the bedroom for my workspace with a 5 foot by 30 inch desk to work on I also have space for my computer to go online see what others are doing on their build while I work on mine.
But best of all NO MISSUS TO COMPLAIN!!!...

Well, there're sheds and and there are SHEDS . I spent a couple of years designing, building and fitting out my shed. It's fully insulated and carpeted with thermostatic heating and extractor fan.



I had a bit of a clear out today in preparation for starting 'Streaky's Build' and thought I'd take a few snaps whilst it's looking clean and tidy.



It's quite small but very comfortable and is used for model ship building, drinking wine, reading Jazz mags (esp. Miles Davis ) and fixing my kids broken toys.



There are plenty of 240v and 12v outlets and transformer for tools; flourescent flood lighting and multiple 12v direct lighting for close-up work; thermostatic heating; extractor fan; wired internet connection; telephone and intercom to house. There's also TV and DAB aerials on the roof and it's fully alarmed.



The wrap-around bench and storage was designed and fitted by me and is pretty sturdy and comfortable.



I'm often told that I spend too much time in my shed

Wow Streaky, you certainly know how to make a guy jealous!!!
nuff respect!
Personally, i don't have a shed,only a garage. Was going to use that, but wifey (god bless her) suggested using the study! Just needed a bit of moving around.

just need more parts of boat now. GRRRR!!!