WORKSHOP IS FINISHED... BUT...

The new workshop is finished! This is a small 130sq ft workshop in a garage. It’s been a real challenge fitting everything in but we got there in the end!
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Workshop Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - More paint problems
2:35 - Clearing the old workshop
3:59 - Conserving wall space
12:55 - Workshop reveal
24:00 - KZbin hack warning
25:40 - Workshop Q&A
31:55 - Good news and bad news
#Workshop #Woodworking #Kittens

[@GosforthHandyman]

Mailing list thing: rebrand.ly/ghm-newsletter Member Zone: members.gosforthhandyman.com

[@dougsaunders8109]

Andy. Just to let you know I had a message to say I had won a prize. Contact you on Telegram. I know it will be a scam because there is no tick next to your logo. Wanted to give you a heads up 👍🏻 Edit: My original comment on this post I am referring to

[@emmatonoose]

same here. winner on a shortlist 'hit me up on telegram".

[@WompWompWoooomp]

I highly recommend scooping up Nugget's brother. Two kittens are, paradoxically, less work than one.

[@scaffyman406]

You couldn't resist random knobs graphic!🤣😂

[@Bobrogers99]

Console yourself with knowing that Kira's last month on this earth was a happy one, being loved. We should all be so fortunate. BTW, explaining things to a cat is wasted breath. They do what they want, when they want. Some day I expect you will relent and put up another garden shed for your sheet materials and for things you use rarely that are not weather-sensitive.

[@raydebbiemcdonald3208]

Awww, so sorry to hear about Kira, she looked a sweetie. Run free sweet girl. And welcome to Nugget.

[@martenveldthuis]

KZbin may like them, but as a viewer I hate shorts. Even just for the simple reason that a) you can't seek backwards in them if you miss something or want to pause on a shot. And b) they play on repeat. I can't stomach them.

[@Avital4414]

And you can’t save them and go back to re-view them easily.

[@PeterPetersNL]

And you can't cast them to your TV.

[@topgazza]

Yep, a solution nobody wanted or that there was even a problem to solve

[@teresab955]

I highly recommend you get Nugget's brother...Sibling cats are a load of fun to have. We had sister cats and they were hilarious

[@turtleman190]

And 2 cat's is always better then one

[@Flat-Five]

Unless it’s from very young/litter mates, cats tend to not really like other cats and prefer to be alone. They can learn to tolerate other cats but they’re not usually that keen

[@jusme2266]

I have seen people use baby food jars(labeled of course) for small bits like nails, screws, nuts, bolts, and the like. They were fixed to the bottom of shelves. Like maybe lids screwed to the underside of shelves or rails with the lids fixed to them. That way you save shelf space and small bits can be at eye level.

[@glynprice3815]

So sorry to hear about thr loss. A lot of people don't understand that animals are part of the family. Good to meet the Nugget. We've got a giant ginger ourselves. And 3 others

[@felixreali7101]

So sorry to hear about Kira. What a gorgeous dog! 🐾

[@felixreali7101]

And Nugget is so cute!

[@topgazza]

I prefer simplicity and the fact that you resisted putting a load of outbuildings is credit to you. The garden looks quite superb to me and a really well designed given the space

[@JK-yf9sx]

Yeah .. I hate shorts too. With the under-stair cupboard, would the area suit those tall narrow roll-out pantry cupboards that are often advertised as suitable to squeeze in beside the fridge? You could have a few in that area to roll forward so you can find wee things lurking at the back. The operative word is 'narrow' so that the contents stay visible.

[@tocotronicon]

i'm so sorry to hear about kira😢but i'm glad she spend her last weeks with you, being loved. and nugget is absolutely adorable 😍😍😍

[@George_in_Howden]

Suggestion... Make and fit a wall cupboard slightly larger than your Gosforth sign (it takes up a fair bit of your wall space), shelve it to suit some of your stuff put a single door on it and fit your sign to the door.

[@cornwallkid100]

Aww so so sorry for your loss

[@Monkeh616]

So sorry to hear about Kira. Just had to put our cat down today after 15 years, it's a struggle. Nugget looks like he'll be trouble, the best kind of cat.

[@davescorpion]

So sorry to hear about Kira, what a gorgeous looking pooch, such a shame... I've lost 2 dogs in the past few years, Our little Beagle Fletch who was only 3 and a half, and Bruno our choc lab at 11 . Devastated by that :( Welcome to the little golden Nugget!

[@claudioscola]

That bench hook / mitre saw support is genius.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Very impressed with your imagination on utilising your space 👏 superb workshop ! I know hard it is to commit a tool or hardware to specific home, but workshops are always evolving 😉👍 ! Cheers Rob

[@sarahward9723]

I'm so sorry to hear about Kira, it certainly looks as if in her short time with you she was a very happy and very loved pup. Nugget is a cutie pie, im already subscribed but please give him a head scritch from me anyway ;) well done for taming the workshop chaos, perhaps some magnets in the lids of those tiny storage boxes and fix the to the underside of the shelf instead?

[@loosecannon5813]

You came to the right decision with height with the plug sockets, so when sockets are to be installed on your new build wall ,to comply with part M of the building regs , they should be below 120cm from the finished floor.(and above 45cm)

[@ianpearse4480]

Very cool. Sorry for your sad news. Nugget is so cute. Nice one mate.

[@roberthardy2013]

I had a 20 foot square garage and had a couple of sockets on roof joists fairly near the centre, very useful for power tools being used near the middle of the garage without getting in the way.

[@tomowens2720]

Hey Andy, I forgot to add that as an avowed cat lover having been staff to a few I can tell you I'm diggin' the Nugget. It's a given he will rule the house, no question. His cuteness will slay even the grumpiest curmudgeon. I'm sure he's begun obedience training so do as you're commanded or shredded furniture will follow. Probably will anyway.

[@PaulGrosvenor1]

Sorry to hear about your loss of Kira. Great video. Agree with you on shorts. I enjoy the long format and never watch shorts.

[@Psychlist1972]

Nugget is adorable. :)

[@FearsomeWarrior]

Holding my dogs close. Doggy looked so happy.

[@craigmelia4973]

Good idea with the safety glasses. I try and keep a pair in most of my power tool boxes so I've got no excuse. I've also learned the hard way to always wear a pair when using the garden strimmer 😉

[@petercoughlan103]

Your 100% right about the more space you have the more you hoard. My work shop is 800sq feet at the minute it's puking with stuff badly need a clean up

[@bluecurlygirl]

Aw, so sorry for your loss. It doesn't matter how long they're with us. I always say that an animal walks into your home and enters your heart at the same time. It's so awful when it's sudden. It's not easy at any time but it's worse when it's sudden. Ah so happy though with your little nugget. Such a little cutie. I hope you do get her brother. We had two solo kittens. One ran off and never returned. One took a terrible fall a week before her 1st birthday. She was gone in about a minute. Since then we were advised to get two kittens if we could. We got a little brother and sister. They're just under 6 months now and it's the best thing we ever did. They keep each other entertained. They're both so much happier than the two solos we had before. It really helps them to have a little buddy. And double the snuggles too!! I would like nugget to get my retrospective cuddle for already being subbed. Thanks for the tour too btw!

[@maynard4599]

Thank you for not doing shorts. I really like these longer videos.

[@davidbuckingham4766]

I am sorry to hear about your dog

[@cedarstuff]

Lawn is looking good.

[@projectrebuild908]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Welcome nugget. The workshop and garden look great

[@ClarkOVision]

So sorry about Kira. May she be at peace over the rainbow bridge and having fun. Nugget is a lovely name for the new addition. Good to see you got the workshop sorted out. Garden looks great.

[@stuartjones2242]

sorry for your loss

[@JoeB_BSc]

Hi, good idea to bring things forward from the wall as they are easier to see and reach. Regarding the short planks of wood, what do you use them for? Have you considered Just-In-Time, whereby if you have a consumable item in use, and a backup just like your wood, or so order more when you reach the backup. It gives more space, in my opinion. Well organised workshop. Regards JB

[@MsDscho]

Legend. cheers Andy great dad cave.

[@spikeygoc]

I turn the sockets upside down and put them so the top now bottom hits the bench giving you the max room and no fear of an odd plug giving you hassle

[@shedlife1783]

My workshop is about the same size / shape as yours and it became unusable. Its pretty good now after 1) being BRUTAL with materials and 'stuff'. I chucked and gave away loads of stuff. You can only keep very selective materials / stock and 2) using standard storage systems, in my case systainers for tools and Stanley Fatmax boxes for fittings etc. I enjoyed the video, thanks.

[@TheNickHorton]

Did you ever consider keeping the workshop where it was and using the space attached to the house as the studio?

[@peterdnreynolds777]

The workshop looks great. Very sorry to hear about Kira. Nugget looks beautiful. Hope all is well, take care

[@barclay50]

I’m watching this n my workshop and doing exactly the same,it’s hard getting rid of stuff you’ve had for years, just in case!

[@Tensquaremetreworkshop]

I would have fitted the wiring behind the ply- chased into the wall. It really should be wired in a ring. Pegboard allows frequent rearrangement during the 'development' phase. Under shelf lighting- light panels are available in 300mm depth- gives great lighting without shadows. Compressor and dust extraction- mount up in that roof space- You do not need access. The cyclone tub can be up there too. Space under bandsaw too valuable to be on a stand- fit a (wheeled) cupboard instead.

[@datsunruss]

Sorry to here about Kira Mr Mac very sad - looked like a right little rascal. Hello Nugget. 👍Really interesting review - for the workshop I think I would have followed your planning and implementation exactly the same.

[@hmscatman]

Great to see the workshop. Best of luck with all the projects and videos that will be created in the new space! Hope you get Nuggets brother, we have recently taken on two little black kittens and they are happy playing together even when we are too busy to spend time with them. Great to watch them learn from each other.

[@pumpkinhead456]

You've got an entire ceiling to use too, could get your sheet material on a pulley :)

[@inflamable1977]

So sorry to hear about Kira, from experience I know it breaks your heart no matter how long she was in your life. Kitten is gorgeous, a ball of fun and he might keep down the mice. Your workshop at its worst looks like mine does at its best. I think my family are planning an intervention! Great channel, brilliant enjoyable content. Thanks Mac PGD

[@patrick49467]

Hi thank you very much for putting on your new house as you do the work I watched it from the start and it was some mess but you have done a really good job of the house and I am sure your wife and family are very proud of the work that you have done it is Nice to have a work man that knows what he’s doing in the house by saving a lot of money by working on the house yourself keep doing the videos on KZbin and I look forward to hearing from you again on KZbin PS is there a price to join your mailing list or a membership

[@christinespencer6761]

You could maybe put a rounded corner on the end of the work bench next to the door. I have done this for a kitchen of a similar size. This opens up the space by the door and no corners to bang into. I used Ronseal Diamond hard 'Floor paint' in anthracite in my utility, this was on 90 year old concrete, this seems quite hard-wearing despite being water-based. I expect as you mentioned there is likely some oil on your concrete that has led to the paint not adhering.

[@johnland7318]

Andy you have to train Nugget, yes you can train cats!! Choose a whistle or a other noise and put some food down, when he appears. Perfect for teasing him out of corners of the workshop, or later from the next garden!!

[@pamelavance8753]

Might I suggest rounding the corner of your workbench and possibly save a hip?

[@vivienarnold7950]

We stuck carpet tiles on the floor in our tool shed/workshop. Game changer. Just fyi.

[@Doug....]

Andy. Drawing around an object on a wall or shelf is the best thing to do 👍 I was an engineer in a large factory and there were 3 shifts per day. The tools required for size changing etc on a machine/production line were vital that everyone knew where they were and especially if something was missing. We made shadow boards for each area and even took a photo and laminated it to show what should be where. As a lecky like your sockets 👍👍👍

[@lisalovelylpa]

LoL nugget so cute , looks like my cats ! Enjoy the new member of the family and your new work shop ! PS whenever I fire up the table saw I think of your warnings ! LOL keeps me safe.

[@paultay23]

Ha Ha, you said you "wood" and you did...... the Flappy Paddle is above the sticker door... Nice one Andy. Christ you have some gear in that shop.. you done good buddy. (you should see my one car garage...what a mess) Cheers Paul... TaylorMadeByPaul..... late edit, sorry for your loss and welcome Nugget (and his brother) love Itsie and Bitsie (2 years old yesterday) both workshop explorerers.

[@djray1031]

Great going Mr Mac, And I see Mrs Mac has you under the thumb mate. ;)

[@sylviagreybe672]

I hate shorts too. Good for you.

[@shazprior1134]

Welcome Nugget! And RIP little Kira, sorry for your loss, but she knew love in her short time with you x

[@HYUKLDER1]

The power ducting could be underneath the bench with risers for each set of sockets or have pop-up outlet sockets. The permanent electric equipment could be plugged in below the bench with plugs passed down through hatches.

[@DjGiluk]

Sorry for your loss Andy. Nugget is so cute 😍

[@skywalkermahone9219]

I’m so sorry to hear about Kira, that’s absolutely crushed me at the end of this video, I can’t imagine what you and your family are going through x

[@camerontheone7]

Hi I'm a long time fan of the channel and religiously watch all content and thoughly enjoy it and always learn things from you and didn't realise how much time and effort editing takes from your spare time so just a MASSIVE THANKS!! from a fan really keep up the awsome work sir

[@Kx110x]

Hi all sorry for your loss , but glad you’re able to give a home to two new members of the household . As regards your new workshop, it’s an amazing use of limited space and bearing in mind you are hopefully on the home stretch regards the work you have left to do it will more than fit the bill . Best wishes and kind regards to you all as always and not for getting nugget. 😀👍👍👍

[@christineandtonyhowland3476]

I have my sockets along the front edge of the bench, this means the cable doesn't hang across the bench and any work you are working on. I got the idea from when I was at school (many many years ago) and the science lab having the sockets in the work stations.

[@heresyclub3653]

oh the pain of a lost animal. sending our love.

[@therandombrandan942]

Thanks Andy

[@awantamta]

Great job and very inspirational

[@scottmclean4237]

One thing iv always thought about was for example with spanner sizes, it looks great having them all in size order but to get rid and just use the one or maybe two adjustable ones for space saving

[@Jules_Pew]

Anything you put in the shed, maintain a spreadsheet. Knowing where you've put stuff is a godsend - I did it in my old studio and now have to redo it as I can't find tons of stuff.

[@eprohoda]

hiya!-g reat ! Gosforth~🌟

[@Jools-13]

I can really relate to this.

[@emmatonoose]

Yes! Always get kittens in 2s!

[@markduggan3451]

Your workshop looks great (bigger than mine). So sorry about your dog, we lost ours just over a month ago. Nugget looks like he's going to keep you busy.

[@GlenS123]

Your workshop looks very functional. You won't have any major problems, your already adapting very well. Its just different, so different solutions. You will modify bits here and there, so what. I don't watch KZbinshorts, not any no matter who puts them out.

[@lesleyjaneturner4941]

Not sure how legal it is in the UK, but if you have to install low level plugs sockets and you are worried about leads not being able to fit downward, invert it (install it upside down) so leads face upward!☺ Nugget is gorgeous! Many happy hours with him!😸

[@skaterguy52]

I feel famous having my comment read out. Done a great job with the space Andy. Workshops looking great 👌nugget is adorable

[@C4sp3r123]

Unless I missed it, did you say what you eventually did with the floor? Leave it as is with the paint issue? Or did you do something more to give you the finish we now see in the video? Also, why actually paint it in the first place? Curious as I have a similar project to do and hadn't thought about painting the floor. Thanks.

[@dougsaunders8109]

Only time will tell if it works for you but that is part of the fun One thing I did was couple of bolts though a rectangle of ply as a base for the grinders. This means I can pull them to the front when needed and held in place with a quick clamp to the bench

[@jeanhawken4482]

Always terrific

[@barrydoxseyuk]

Great video as always. The work shop revamp just on target. Floor covering is my night mare. How to do the floor of a fully loaded space. Water based anything and tools don't mix, so the floor paint is out the window. So thank you for that info. Also I watch another KZbin channel that has had problems. Your explanation gives us views an insight into what happens. On the viewing end I had a leech get into my email account that gives up to 200 emails a day. A shame I don't live in Texas where they are coming from. Nuggets looks a great new adventure, ideal with the end of your garden open, cat heaven.

[@cherylholasek2193]

How cute is that kitten 🐱. So sorry to hear about your dog. Love you videos and can’t wait to see what you do next. 😊😊

[@georgebartie8841]

Maybe a lean-to on your shed would work for sheet material storage.

[@christinespencer6761]

Your kitten(s) remind me of two cats I had when young - 'Scampi and Chips'.

[@normanboyes4983]

It’s progress marra.😀👍

[@noskills9577]

Those brackets will be fine, I’ve had more on less brackets 😂

[@mikewilcox]

I got a kitten when starting my renovations on my house. At that point there was a gap underneath the floorboards! Kept losing her under there! Ended up being called Dusty but now brings the dust in from climbing into nooks and crannies in the garden.

[@davidcairns3203]

Great to see the new workshop, how you go about sorting stuff into order, and to “listen in” to your thought processes more generally. KBO

[@envoycdx]

I feel your pain Andy, very small shed / workshop in the mix for myself too.

[@robcarroll6105]

I always get something from each of your vids . You have a natural talent of explaining difficult things in an easy way . You would have made a first class teacher

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

God bless Kira💖 And welcome little Nugget...and his brother! Great idea to get a couple of cats with that stream at the bottom of the garden, beautiful as it is......🐀🐀🐀👀

[@mandyleeson1]

Welcome Nugget, R.I.P. Kira xx

[@spalmer4609]

A marmalade moggie is the best!

[@steveholden9139]

Thanks for the shop update, lots of ideas and inspiration. How wide is the space by the way?

[@essexmirage]

Wow the workshop is amazing, and Nugget is just adorable I'm totally a cat person and love it when my jet black cat Toothless joins me in my workshop 👍 P.s. RIP Kira 😥

[@brentfrench752]

The shop looks great! You’ve used the space exceedingly well. My shop is about the same size as yours, and I too have no place to put my sheet goods. It sounds like you really earn your KZbin money, but we enjoy it, so thank you!

[@ceeletter5772]

I agree. I’m so impressed with your organizational skills.

[@strobie42]

Happy to see Lego Norm is still there to remind you that "there's no more important safety rule..." :-D

[@paulprescott7913]

Hello Andy , what a great video and your workshop storage woes are the same as mine. I did find a way of wall mounting my makita charger as it vexed my sitting on the workbench, but its still not ideal, but its off the bench. It does mean taking it apart to fix to a base as well. I found as you did , clear storage boxes are the way forward. But every time i walk through the door i get frustrated with untidiness. If this helps, i used some cantilever arms and cable basket for storing long heavy materials. With regard to Kira, that must have been heart breaking, please accept my condolences. Im sure Nugget and his sibling will make an brilliant addition to the family. Ps i detest shorts, absolutely pointless. So KZbin get a grip.

[@firesurfer]

I feel awful about Kira. We had to put down our cat and haven't had the will to get another one. The water edge needs to be cleaned and something needs to be done with it somehow. Either a tapered edge to get to the water or maybe a retaining wall so you can sit on the edge.

[@iainhay2823]

Nugget is just adorable and you need to get his brother. Two cats work well together. Also hate shorts, never watch them and have actually unsubscribed from channels that have started spamming me with them. It’s KZbin not TikTok(also pointless)!