Today’s update is construction related. I’m still working through infrastructural concerns in the shed. But first, I must clean. This shed has been mostly neglected and has become the home for many things that should find other homes (like possibly the trash). I cleaned out the shed, removed the crappy particle board shelves that someone before me put in, and installed my first bit of technology (temporarily): My “air sensor.” (more on that below)
The shed now has a proper floor
I had to resort to some creative framing techniques as the existing studs were only 2x3" and set on 24" centers. I made some compromises and basically inserted 2x4s in between the existing structure in places that would minimize the amount of insulation cutting I’d need to do. It’s dark now so photos probably would be better tomorrow. I’m leaving myself a checklist for photos:
- Framing
- A/C exhaust hole
- Wiring
I’ve done a few test runs with the A/C unit and it’s definitely up to the task. Even with leaky doors and no insulation it’s able to keep the shed at a nice 68-70F with 90+ heat outside. While doing so it’s pulling ~800W which will fit comfortably on the 20A circuit that it will have to itself.
I’ve decided to make an entirely new run from the main electrical panel as the existing wiring is tied into parts of the kitchen and garage. I’ve identified and “explored” (read: busted drywall and lots of test holes) a promising route through the back pantry wall to the basement, landing mere feet from the panel. Once I get a live wire to the shed, much of the setup will progress rapidly (I hope).
Almost all the equipment has been ordered and arrived. I still need to find some buckets…I’ve heard that Firehouse Subs sell clean, used pickle buckets for $2 or something…