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My Workshop

This is a general view of my workshop. The image is made up from 3 separate photos that I have stitched together, if you look closely you can see the joins. You can click on the image for a larger view.
The workshop is built into the end of my garage. It is small - only 10 ft by 12 ft - but behind the camera position there are double doors which can be opened into the car space. This povides another 14 ft if required.
The following images and text bring out some of the features which might be of interest.

The double doors Doors to the car space. The dart board can be taken down when the doors are opened!
The dust extraction system Since I took the top photo I have altered the dust extraction system. The hose from the bandsaw used to be draped over the top of the bench behind the grinders. Now it is boxed in at the front where it does not get in the way. The hose from the extractor is plugged in at the far end.
The dust extractor plugged into the disk sander This photo shows the dust extractor hose plugged into the Perform disk sander.
The dust extractor plugged into the collector on the lathe. This photo shows the dust extractor hose plugged into the collector on the lathe. The collector is attached to a flat piece of wood - this assembly can be slid along the bench behind the lathe.
The dust collector on the lathe. Another view of the dust collector on the lathe. This photo also shows one of the lamps which I use.

Lights are suspended from the 'gantry'. Good lighting is essential when turning. This photo shows more lights suspended from the 'gantry' above the lathe. The lights can be slid into the most advantageous positions. I find this works very well.

Although I use flourescent lights for general lighting in the shop I prefer tungsten lights over the lathe.

A detail of the tool racks Some of the photos above show the tool racks. The tools are held in place by magnetic door catches. Shavings do collect on the batten holding the magnets!
A moveable drawer cabinet This moveable drawer cabinet can be moved to the most advantageous position. Note the tool tray on the top. I knocked up this try quickly and it is very crude. The next job is to make a better one.
The microwave oven. This photo shows an old microwave oven tucked into the top corner above the dust extractor. The oven is useful for drying small pieces of wood.