This is such a brilliant idea. We live in the desert where there would be plenty of sun for solar, but there would need to be good AC going constantly 😬
In the desert you would really have no issues with solar and could run the AC all the time. :) Just get plenty of battery power. The AC unit I have cools it down very quickly and it has a thermostat so it’s pretty efficient.
That's a nice shed, i built one out of steel reinforced block and steel reinforced concrete, I built it to be completely off grid, all the lights run off of 12v and it has a inverter for traditional 120v AC, it has a rain harvesting system and 12v pumping system for a off grid sink. I don't want to brag, but my window sills are made out of natural stone lol, the contractor did a great job.
I know you said this is not a How-to, but I’m curious if your insulation/drywall contractor mentioned the complexities with the vapor barrier? I’m in the Pacific Northwest and am in the process of converting my 200sq ft Tuff Shed into an office space. The ceiling has the radiant vapor barrier like yours. Drywall and insulation contractors won’t touch the ceiling because of that vapor barrier and ventilation. Two have told me that baffles are required (which is an easy fix) but with 2x4s and the studs being 24” on center, that won’t leave much room for fiberglass insulation. The other problem I’ve learned after loads of research and talking to insulators is that insulating over the vapor barrier will 1. negate the function and efficiency of the barrier, and 2. create the perfect trap for excessive heat and moisture which eventually leads to all the problems. So, I’m curious about your ceiling insulation, are there baffles? Either way, how are you keeping the airflow between the vapor barrier and the insulation circulating? Have you noticed any issues yet now that you’re over a year in? (PS: I can’t get Tuff Shed to give me any answers about the ceiling and insulation, so any advice you have is great!!)
Any tips on just finding the contractors to do finish out? That’s one area where I’m never quite sure where to start even though there are so many options
Originally I looked on sites like Angie’s List. But in the end I got a recommendation from a realtor who works with contractors to do home improvement projects.
Am as impressed as I thot I would be. I have been trying to figure out your dimensions. I'm guessing 12' X 16'. I wish I had been as smart as you on pickin Solar. Hoewever I'm putting a thru the wall A/C, heater combination. I like your story. I'll have one also, or....I'll have you do one. (LOL!) Did my pic come to you on Twitter??
This is 10x16, sometimes wish is was 12x16 though! :) Solar has been a fun experiment, but it’s definitely not perfect. Will explain in an upcoming video. I didn’t see any picture on Twitter yet!
Thanks! Watch this video for details on the solar (it’ll run it all day with some caveats) and links to that stuff are in the video’s description… ruclips.net/video/TsC1BLo33bI/видео.html
Yeah they can definitely add up. Tuff Shed doesn’t typically do concrete slabs (although they can), which was one thing that I liked about it. The steel foundation is rated to last 40 years.
love your channel! im thinking about getting a shed myself for my man cave. the only thing that is still stopping me is the electrical. i have a ecoflow delta max and would like to wire how you have yours but how do i wire the “inlet” from the generator so that other outlets can draw power from this generator? please help.
I had a professional electrician to do that. :) Definitely consult or hire one, but that inlet is a great way to power the shed from the grid. The outside plug is tied to the inside ones (including the inlet) that then feeds the other outlets. I bought the components on Amazon. Thanks for watching!
Appearance is great: I am unconvinced as to the technical and spec end of things? f you were interested in efficiency, the floors would have been insulated, the walls would have been 2 x 6 and your roof would have been 2 x 10 allowing for more insulation which is always cheaper than more solar or grid power. Further, instead of separate heating and cooling units a single high efficiency heat pump would make more sense. IMHO The ceiling insulation job did you no favors as it is unventilated which shortens the life of the roof. If your purpose was a sound studio Tuff Shed might have advised you to use rock wool insulation instead of fiberglass for its superior attenuation qualities. As someone who has built multiple homes for myself and others, I am guessing the frankly insufficient stone work and the steel base framing will come back to haunt you. Lets hope my guess is off.
Did the same crew who built the shed - do the drywall also ? I would think not... but thought I'd ask. I'd be interested in knowing... the rough price (for the entire project) as well a break-down of the Shed, electrical, solar, and drywall components. I see you upgraded the ceiling and floor. I hadn't really considered that for the shed I intend to have on my property (as an office)... not had I consider using solar. I had planned to dig a trench for the electrical. TIA
Different crew. Tuff Shed didn’t offer finish out. I did a video on the cost breakdown that should help answer your questions… ruclips.net/video/vKhVnD4mxPA/видео.html
Installing sheetrock is slow and expensive where I live (san Francisco), although It's key in soundproofing, I've been pricing this out and I was wondering if the five days of finishing the inside cost more than the Tuff Shed build? It's beautiful, I want one.
The finish out (including dry wall, insulation, paint, etc.) was about half the cost of the actual shed. I’ll eventually get a video out covering the cost breakdown, but the shed was about $7k and the finish out was about $3500.
I ended up not liking that one and replaced it. That was from Kwikset though amzn.to/32QMOaP. I went with one from Schlage instead amzn.to/3pLlS5l and works great.
I’m eventually going to release a video going over the total cost, but the shed was about $7000. Finish out another $3500 or so. Solar stuff was about $2500.
There’s no attic and no baffles and so far has worked fine as it relates to air flow and moisture, etc. I keep it climate controlled during both the summer & winter using the AC and an electric heater.
@@BlakeCalhoun I have basically your exact shed (from Tuff Shed), so that sounds good -- I've also heard back from a few contractors in my area (over the past 24 hours) and they said I should be fine without roof ventilation (opening windows + doors and having a/c is sufficient)
@@BlakeCalhoun I just saw that in your cost breakdown video. This was great information thank you for sharing the process, its helped our decision so much.
Did you have any issues with the county you live in , for adding a studio shed? I’m adding one to my property as an extra office space but county gave me issues about adding electrical to it because they said it would then be considered a “living quarter” .
Working on a video about that actually… :) The shed itself was just under $7K built & installed. Then there was finish out cost and solar etc. which I will be adding up for the total cost video.
I’ll be releasing a video detailing all the costs but the shed itself was about $6500-ish, which included the installation. You can definitely get less expensive sheds if you’re not trying to finish it out like an office.
Its will good it that a total price or b4 floors dry wall electric for myself something nice but basic that I can finish any upgrades later after it built so buyer responsible foundation b4 any buildings begins I think I can manage that part looks good your office build
Yes it works fine all day as long as it’s sunny outside. The charged power station will run it for about half a day (depending on how hot it is and often the compressor kicks on), then with full sun the panels will charge the battery simultaneously as it runs. The problem is if it’s not sunny or if it’s really hot and the AC runs a lot. Then it’ll usually power it all day, but battery will be empty at dusk and not ready for the next day. So I then either charge the power station w grid power or run the AC on the grid the next day (and charge battery with solar). I think if I added another panel I could remedy this and it’s only a problem during peak summer heat.
Depends on the initial shed building cost. That can vary a lot. But then the finish out to do sheetrock and insulation etc. would probably be another approx. $2000-2500 range - if you hired someone to do it that is.
Hello. You studio came out amazing. Did you request the Windows slide up and down? Did tuff shed provide the windows for you? Also for the radiant barrier could that be used on the walls as well instead of the vapor wrap? Or is that exclusively for the roof?
Yes, I requested the up/down sliding windows as I planned on adding a window unit A/C, which I have since done. They were provided and installed by Tuff Shed. To my knowledge the radiant barrier was only an option for the roof, but I could be wrong. I believe it can be added in houses, but not completely sure with this (it wasn’t offered to me). Hope that helps! Thanks for watching.
Hey there. Did anyone mention leaving an air gap between the insulation batts and the roof for ventilation? I’m about to start the insulation part of this project and I’m a bit confused 🥲
I do recall that as being part of the discussion but that’s above my pay grade, so not completely sure. :) I hired professional contractors to do the work and trusted their expertise. I’ve had it going on a year now and it’s worked out well.
I’m running into the same issue (I left a lengthy comment already that describes this. Check it out.) But yes, several contractors I’ve had look at my space won’t touch it because of the radiant vapor barrier…there are several complexities to factor in for longevity. Ventilation and efficiency being two of them. Curious if you started your build yet and it you already have an answer to this?
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Slap a tiny corner shower in there with a wall. Beautiful man!
It looks so nice! These studios are worth every penny.
This is such a brilliant idea. We live in the desert where there would be plenty of sun for solar, but there would need to be good AC going constantly 😬
In the desert you would really have no issues with solar and could run the AC all the time. :) Just get plenty of battery power. The AC unit I have cools it down very quickly and it has a thermostat so it’s pretty efficient.
Nice. I am thinking about getting one of these built. Thanks
That's a nice shed, i built one out of steel reinforced block and steel reinforced concrete, I built it to be completely off grid, all the lights run off of 12v and it has a inverter for traditional 120v AC, it has a rain harvesting system and 12v pumping system for a off grid sink. I don't want to brag, but my window sills are made out of natural stone lol, the contractor did a great job.
Nice! Sounds like a fortress. :)
@@BlakeCalhoun I live in the tropics, Hurricane Maria 🌀was nasty lol
I know you said this is not a How-to, but I’m curious if your insulation/drywall contractor mentioned the complexities with the vapor barrier? I’m in the Pacific Northwest and am in the process of converting my 200sq ft Tuff Shed into an office space. The ceiling has the radiant vapor barrier like yours. Drywall and insulation contractors won’t touch the ceiling because of that vapor barrier and ventilation. Two have told me that baffles are required (which is an easy fix) but with 2x4s and the studs being 24” on center, that won’t leave much room for fiberglass insulation. The other problem I’ve learned after loads of research and talking to insulators is that insulating over the vapor barrier will 1. negate the function and efficiency of the barrier, and 2. create the perfect trap for excessive heat and moisture which eventually leads to all the problems. So, I’m curious about your ceiling insulation, are there baffles? Either way, how are you keeping the airflow between the vapor barrier and the insulation circulating? Have you noticed any issues yet now that you’re over a year in? (PS: I can’t get Tuff Shed to give me any answers about the ceiling and insulation, so any advice you have is great!!)
This is what I have been looking for !! Awesome video!!! Looks great !!✌️✌️✌️
I like your style - subscribed so I can see the finished shed/studio, can't wait..... Good Job.....
Thanks!
Enjoying this little series
Thanks for watching!
really digging this video series
Thanks for watching!
Really beautiful studio. Only change I would personally make is running cat6 ethernet cable for my network needs.
Thanks! Yeah probably should have done that. :) I have very good Wi-Fi, but if I ever wanted to use NAS drives, etc. that would be nice.
Very innovative!
Any tips on just finding the contractors to do finish out? That’s one area where I’m never quite sure where to start even though there are so many options
Originally I looked on sites like Angie’s List. But in the end I got a recommendation from a realtor who works with contractors to do home improvement projects.
Nice Blake.
Thanks Tim!
Wish you would of included prices for things. Absolutely beautiful! I really want to do this.
You mean like this? :) ruclips.net/video/vKhVnD4mxPA/видео.html Thanks for watching!
Very nice, I’m about to build out my premiere pro next week, what size sheet rock drywall did you use? Half inch or five eights inch?
Thanks! Pretty sure we did 1/2 inch. Good luck on your build.
Am as impressed as I thot I would be. I have been trying to figure out your dimensions. I'm guessing 12' X 16'. I wish I had been as smart as you on pickin Solar. Hoewever I'm putting a thru the wall A/C, heater combination. I like your story. I'll have one also, or....I'll have you do one. (LOL!) Did my pic come to you on Twitter??
This is 10x16, sometimes wish is was 12x16 though! :) Solar has been a fun experiment, but it’s definitely not perfect. Will explain in an upcoming video. I didn’t see any picture on Twitter yet!
Awesome build out!!!
Do you happen to have a link to the Blueetti and solar panels??
How long does it run the shed??
Thanks! Watch this video for details on the solar (it’ll run it all day with some caveats) and links to that stuff are in the video’s description… ruclips.net/video/TsC1BLo33bI/видео.html
Awesome
All in, should have a slab foundation, radiant floor heat, looking @ $18,000
Yeah they can definitely add up. Tuff Shed doesn’t typically do concrete slabs (although they can), which was one thing that I liked about it. The steel foundation is rated to last 40 years.
love your channel! im thinking about getting a shed myself for my man cave. the only thing that is still stopping me is the electrical. i have a ecoflow delta max and would like to wire how you have yours but how do i wire the “inlet” from the generator so that other outlets can draw power from this generator? please help.
I had a professional electrician to do that. :) Definitely consult or hire one, but that inlet is a great way to power the shed from the grid. The outside plug is tied to the inside ones (including the inlet) that then feeds the other outlets. I bought the components on Amazon. Thanks for watching!
did you install any roof or soffit ventilation?
Wow. That's nice. I'm jealous. :)
Ha, thanks! It’s been a lot of work and a lot of fun getting it all done.
what's the sq footage? Great job on the finish out! Looks great!
Thanks! Approximately 160 sq. ft. it’s 10x16.
Appearance is great: I am unconvinced as to the technical and spec end of things? f you were interested in efficiency, the floors would have been insulated, the walls would have been 2 x 6 and your roof would have been 2 x 10 allowing for more insulation which is always cheaper than more solar or grid power. Further, instead of separate heating and cooling units a single high efficiency heat pump would make more sense. IMHO The ceiling insulation job did you no favors as it is unventilated which shortens the life of the roof. If your purpose was a sound studio Tuff Shed might have advised you to use rock wool insulation instead of fiberglass for its superior attenuation qualities. As someone who has built multiple homes for myself and others, I am guessing the frankly insufficient stone work and the steel base framing will come back to haunt you. Lets hope my guess is off.
The mc4 is not to code. Goes in EMT. Needs disconnecting means before entering the building.
Did the same crew who built the shed - do the drywall also ? I would think not... but thought I'd ask. I'd be interested in knowing... the rough price (for the entire project) as well a break-down of the Shed, electrical, solar, and drywall components. I see you upgraded the ceiling and floor. I hadn't really considered that for the shed I intend to have on my property (as an office)... not had I consider using solar. I had planned to dig a trench for the electrical. TIA
Different crew. Tuff Shed didn’t offer finish out. I did a video on the cost breakdown that should help answer your questions… ruclips.net/video/vKhVnD4mxPA/видео.html
Installing sheetrock is slow and expensive where I live (san Francisco), although It's key in soundproofing, I've been pricing this out and I was wondering if the five days of finishing the inside cost more than the Tuff Shed build? It's beautiful, I want one.
The finish out (including dry wall, insulation, paint, etc.) was about half the cost of the actual shed. I’ll eventually get a video out covering the cost breakdown, but the shed was about $7k and the finish out was about $3500.
My brothers tuffshed in Bay Area was $9,700 same model as the one in video and was smaller 12×10. Tuff Sheds must more expensive in California
Can you provide a link to keypad and handle used @ :30? Was it rated for outdoor use?
I ended up not liking that one and replaced it. That was from Kwikset though amzn.to/32QMOaP. I went with one from Schlage instead amzn.to/3pLlS5l and works great.
Good job on the project! Looks Awesome! Just curious on how much did the entire project did cost you thorough?
I’m eventually going to release a video going over the total cost, but the shed was about $7000. Finish out another $3500 or so. Solar stuff was about $2500.
Do you have enough ventilation in the roof? Did they install baffles? Main failures I’m reading in shed is the lack of airflow through the roof
There’s no attic and no baffles and so far has worked fine as it relates to air flow and moisture, etc. I keep it climate controlled during both the summer & winter using the AC and an electric heater.
I’m building a Tuff Shed office myself and am worried about black mold if I don’t do ventilation … did contractors recommend it to you, or no?
They didn’t require/suggest it for my configuration.
@@BlakeCalhoun I have basically your exact shed (from Tuff Shed), so that sounds good -- I've also heard back from a few contractors in my area (over the past 24 hours) and they said I should be fine without roof ventilation (opening windows + doors and having a/c is sufficient)
Nice
Did the door come from Tuff shed too?
No, that was from Home Depot. I did the upgrade myself, but the Tuff Shed crew installed it.
@@BlakeCalhoun I just saw that in your cost breakdown video. This was great information thank you for sharing the process, its helped our decision so much.
Did you have any issues with the county you live in , for adding a studio shed? I’m adding one to my property as an extra office space but county gave me issues about adding electrical to it because they said it would then be considered a “living quarter” .
No permits required for buildings under 200 sq. ft., so didn’t have any issues, but every place is different.
Awesome Blake. may I ask the total cost of your project
Working on a video about that actually… :) The shed itself was just under $7K built & installed. Then there was finish out cost and solar etc. which I will be adding up for the total cost video.
So you contracted all the work out?
Yes, for the build and finish out.
Hi! Awesome work! Did you need to get any electric permits for your setup?
No, it was fairly simple and not connected to grid power so it was quasi-DIY. Similar to installing an outlet in a house kind of thing.
Where was your shed purchased at?
Through Home Depot, but via Tuff Shed
Hey. Did you insulate below the floor?
No we discussed it, but decided not to based on the various flooring and underlay we used.
How much did the shed cost to build before you finished inside floor just the build in looking for a shed to clean up garage
I’ll be releasing a video detailing all the costs but the shed itself was about $6500-ish, which included the installation. You can definitely get less expensive sheds if you’re not trying to finish it out like an office.
Its will good it that a total price or b4 floors dry wall electric for myself something nice but basic that I can finish any upgrades later after it built so buyer responsible foundation b4 any buildings begins I think I can manage that part looks good your office build
Which roofing shingle color did you select?
Dark grey. Can’t recall if there’s an exact color name though.
Has Solar power been good enough to power your AC?
Yes it works fine all day as long as it’s sunny outside. The charged power station will run it for about half a day (depending on how hot it is and often the compressor kicks on), then with full sun the panels will charge the battery simultaneously as it runs.
The problem is if it’s not sunny or if it’s really hot and the AC runs a lot. Then it’ll usually power it all day, but battery will be empty at dusk and not ready for the next day. So I then either charge the power station w grid power or run the AC on the grid the next day (and charge battery with solar).
I think if I added another panel I could remedy this and it’s only a problem during peak summer heat.
How much is the coat to build a 8x5 workshop shed with fully insulated?
Depends on the initial shed building cost. That can vary a lot. But then the finish out to do sheetrock and insulation etc. would probably be another approx. $2000-2500 range - if you hired someone to do it that is.
Did you need a permit for a 10x16?
Completely depends on the city you’re building in. Some you do some you don’t.
Hello. You studio came out amazing. Did you request the Windows slide up and down? Did tuff shed provide the windows for you? Also for the radiant barrier could that be used on the walls as well instead of the vapor wrap? Or is that exclusively for the roof?
Yes, I requested the up/down sliding windows as I planned on adding a window unit A/C, which I have since done. They were provided and installed by Tuff Shed.
To my knowledge the radiant barrier was only an option for the roof, but I could be wrong. I believe it can be added in houses, but not completely sure with this (it wasn’t offered to me). Hope that helps! Thanks for watching.
What size is this?
10x16
Size and style of bldg
10x16 Premier
What size is your shed?
10x16
bathroom would have been the way to go,
There’s a tree not too far from the shed. ;)
Hey there. Did anyone mention leaving an air gap between the insulation batts and the roof for ventilation? I’m about to start the insulation part of this project and I’m a bit confused 🥲
I do recall that as being part of the discussion but that’s above my pay grade, so not completely sure. :) I hired professional contractors to do the work and trusted their expertise. I’ve had it going on a year now and it’s worked out well.
I’m running into the same issue (I left a lengthy comment already that describes this. Check it out.) But yes, several contractors I’ve had look at my space won’t touch it because of the radiant vapor barrier…there are several complexities to factor in for longevity. Ventilation and efficiency being two of them. Curious if you started your build yet and it you already have an answer to this?