Thread: Shed Layout & Timber Storage Options

Drawing 1 looks a better layout. But id push the bench over to be next to the dust collector to give a more useful space in the corner. Jointer always goes against the wall, and planer next to it. That’s a good drawing program I wish I’d gotten into that stuff when I had the chance years ago, it is a great way to plan ot out

I would definitely go for the cantilever shelving. Retrieving timber with vertical supports in the way would drive me nuts.
I don't know how high your shed is, but if at all possible, place your timber racking above your machines which live against the wall, making the best use of the otherwise wasted vertical space.

Thanks for the input!

Looks like the cantilever option is the way to go and I will just be careful of anything that shouldn't get too much heat in the summer.

The plans are just using Sketchup. I haven't had any prior CAD or design experience. All the models there come pre-made in the 3D workshop and I just scaled them to fit as closely as possible to the actual dimensions of what I have or want to have. Very useful to picture as I can move the machinery around but would prefer not to move the shelving..

Why not place your timber storage outside in a container or demountable storage?. you will have more space for your workshop.

I like the idea. Same issue as the DC being located in the shed, just not enough space outside (plus noise for neighbours). There's a clothesline, small storage shed and the fence line is close.
I could possibly put something alongside the shed if I remove some trees, but would be a future option.

Hi,

I am unsure if you have already built your miter saw sand and perhaps it is already made with lots of storage cupboards etc

However if you are starting from scratch, I would consider combining it with the cantilevered timber rack and building the miter saw table to sit on one of the shelves at about waist height, giving timber storage below and above the saw bench.

Assuming 4 shelves - Shelf 1 on floor, shelf 2 ~500mm off floor, shelf 3 (saw shelf) ~900 mm, shelf 4 1900mm off floor.

Should be an easy way to process and dock rough stock with the saw right where you need it.

Also another general note, I would try and avoid having dust extractor and thicknesser in opposite corners, extra ducting, extra hassle etc etc

Yeah just planned at this stage. The racks will be my main storage, so think I'll make use of all the space. Having the DC beside it too means it would limit the cross-cut width for the saw.

Great point about the layout, will move the future jointer/planer to that side. I'm leaning towards hardline piping it in, so would be good to just have one main trunk line along that side of the ceiling. Thanks