Welding

Today we unbox and test the Abestorm DecDust 1,100CFM shop air filtration system in my 30×48′ pole barn shop! I do a little bit of everything in this shop from woodworking to welding, painting, 3d printing, and more. Sometimes it gets pretty smoky and smelly in the shop. In the […]
New Automatic Shop Air Filtration Unit With Built In Air ...

I did a lot of research before I put up the trim in my shop. I ended up choosing PVC trim for quite a few different reasons. Check out the video to see why!
Does PVC trim hold up in a Pole Barn Workshop? ...

Fix that gnarly trailer tailgate of yours already! If this applies to you, check out this video for some tips, tricks, and tools for getting it done correctly BEFORE somebody gets hurt on it.
How to Repair Expanded Steel Trailer Tailgate DIY

In today’s video, we cover everything horizontal band saw related! How to use it, fluid type, common repairs, blade types, and some other handy tricks and tips! Also, bonus full list of all parts used!
All About Horizontal Metal Band Saws

Howdy! Join me for a quick discussion on shop layouts and what I found to be the best methods for keeping it flexible. We go through a couple of different ways of organizing and moving around toolboxes, workbenches, and desks.
What is the Perfect Shop Layout?

Lots of updates. I drug home and set up two fun new shop toys and made some progress on my custom future mezzanine storage solution.
Progress Report 23 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Wahoo, finally get to install some fun stuff! In this post we start hanging surround sound speakers, TV, fans, and a french cleat system all the way around the perimeter of the shop. Check it out for more!
Progress Report 22 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Finally sheetrock! The shop is really starting to shape up on the inside. In this post we get sheetrock and paint then start to show some promise for making a more usable shop/office space! Check it out.
Progress Report 21 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Adding wall mounted fans, an exhaust fan, finishing up insulation and now ready for sheetrock! I went with some cool and different ideas for ventilation in the shop that might be worth checking out. Read on for more!
Progress Report 20 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Continuing the adventure on finishing out the shop. We painted the house to match, started hanging insulation, added more drainage, an inadequate portable air conditioner and spotted one (tiny) wild animal.
Progress Report 19 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Despite being on the struggle bus this year, I have actually made a lot of progress! Just about finished framing, plowed some giant snow drifts, broke some things, fixed some things, and got the exterior lighting finished.
Progress Report 18 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Death by 1,000 details. We have reached the point where I am doing a lot but it doesn’t look like much. Check out the progress for updates on framing, dirt work, and finishing up a couple of projects.
Progress Report 17 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Making some HUGE progress. More final grading, framing the walls, and (more) electricity! Check this post out for lots of pictures and some stuff I screwed up along the way.
Progress Report 16 – 30×48′ Pole Barn build

Finally concrete! In this post we cover the concrete pour and final results of the new driveway. Also, I drag home some more projects and a new (to me) tow rig!