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[rturbo 930]

Copper standing seam is probably my #1 choice for a money-no-object roof choice. Slate would be up there too.

[bradmer]

I hope not slab on grade. Although I've seen that too. I try to keep my heating bills to a minimum. But some people just want don't give a rats ass! Let's heat the earth core while we're at it! :) (I kid, I kid)

Definitely with rigid insulation underneath when tied to rebar as in above.
I have to agree it is odd having foam under there, although the footings are poured independent of the floor in the homes I have been working on.

That shop sounds like it turned out really nice Kershaw, just can't have enough light when wrenching. Congratulations, construction is perseverance.

New ebay winch on old craigslist trailer.

[george graves]

Some good points from some of you that are actually in the know. Thanks.

I do love the idea of a metal roof. Copper prices are getting high. Zink(coated tin?) is cool and all, but the idea of a 100 year roof I think is a selling point - or a boying point to me. I guess it depends on the climate.

[LateFan]

Das RHEINZINK, Yah! For to put your Bee Emm Vey inside and dry!

https://www.rheinzink.us/systems/zinc-roof-and-gutter-systems/

[Kershaw]

It seems pretty standard to insulate the concrete pad when doing radiant heat. One thing to note is that the construction isn't slab on grade, it's a pole barn. So the structure won't have any issues if something were to happen to the insulation. That said, I have never even heard of anyone having an issue with it. I could jackhammer it out and reinstall it if there was a problem in 50 years. Originally i wasn't going to insulate the dirt under the slab, but my mom is a "green" architect and harped incessantly about it. I'm sure it helps, but it was also a lot of effort to do. It's clad entirely in 22ga steel I think. I paid for the sound dampening material layer, but it's still pretty loud in there when it rains.

Also the boiler is electric, not gas. I don't have gas at my house so getting gas installed would not have been cost efficient.

[flyboyx]

Copper standing seam is probably my #1 choice for a money-no-object roof choice. Slate would be up there too.

asphalt roofing really is a scam with its 20 and 30 year guarantees. ive used various metal roofs on a couple projects and i like them a lot. installation costs are stratospheric so i always install metal myself.

as to the slate, there is no reason to use the actual material today unless you can reclaim it from another building at a very cheap cost.

there are actually a few companies that make rubber tiles that look like slate. they are really a better material and the look like the original. you never have to worry about them breaking when a piece of ice drops down from a higher roof line. dont get me wrong. they are still pricey, but much cheaper than stone and they literally will last forever.

https://youtu.be/QBVbrHflk0M

[roguetoaster]

asphalt roofing really is a scam with its 20 and 30 year guarantees. ive used various metal roofs on a couple projects and i like them a lot. installation costs are stratospheric so i always install metal myself.

as to the slate, there is no reason to use the actual material today unless you can reclaim it from another building at a very cheap cost.

there are actually a few companies that make rubber tiles that look like slate. they are really a better material and the look like the original. you never have to worry about them breaking when a piece of ice drops down from a higher roof line. dont get me wrong. they are still pricey, but much cheaper than stone and they literally will last forever.

https://youtu.be/QBVbrHflk0M

Asphalt roofing is partly kicking the can, and partly being cheap. Personally, I'd like to see it go away entirely as it is an ongoing insurance claim nightmare and a significant hazard to workers, both in manufacturing/distribution and in installation.

OTOH, if the building to get a new roof has any sort of fuckery about the roof lines or general framing the elasticity of asphalt shingles is about the only good choice in the current marketplace. That said, synthetic (normally plastic) slates/tiles, and metal (standing seam, stamped slate/tile simulating panels and traditonal shingles) are awesome if you can work with the up front costs or finance it in a way that makes sense. Natural slate and ceramic tile of several types no longer make any sort of practical sense due to cost and maintenance cycles IMO.

Basic takeaway, I'd be satisfied to see non-laminated shingles disappear tomorrow, with their typical 15-20 year practical services lives.

[rturbo 930]

asphalt roofing really is a scam with its 20 and 30 year guarantees. ive used various metal roofs on a couple projects and i like them a lot. installation costs are stratospheric so i always install metal myself.

as to the slate, there is no reason to use the actual material today unless you can reclaim it from another building at a very cheap cost.

there are actually a few companies that make rubber tiles that look like slate. they are really a better material and the look like the original. you never have to worry about them breaking when a piece of ice drops down from a higher roof line. dont get me wrong. they are still pricey, but much cheaper than stone and they literally will last forever.

https://youtu.be/QBVbrHflk0M

Yeah I've heard of the faux slate stuff. It's alright, and it'd probably a better roof, but I just like the real deal. I know slate is kinda brittle, and also heavy, but it just looks so good. I generally prefer natural building materials.

[roguetoaster]

Yeah I've heard of the faux slate stuff. It's alright, and it'd probably a better roof, but I just like the real deal. I know slate is kinda brittle, and also heavy, but it just looks so good. I generally prefer natural building materials.

Check out Matterhorn from CertainTeed, Brava Roof Tile and DaVinci Roofscapes. The first is just metal, and looks excellent, and the others are effectively plastic.

[Staszek]

Finally, upgrade my ratchet set. I have had the same ones for 14 years, they still work well, but I wouldnt call them the best quality. Upgraded to 12 and 6 point Proto American Made set. 205 total sockets pieces, excited for this!

[mrsleeve]

AWESOME FOR YOU...... Proto is very good stuff, the industrial equivalent to Mac tools and Stanley tools TOP Tier.

Get your self a couple variants of proto precision 90 tooth ratchets, The are are kinda pricey but normally can be found for around 100 bucks. Mac has the same thing but only come with a plastic grip area, the Proto variant is ALL Stainless. Wife got me a 3/8's with the long 13inch handle for Xmas and its FANTASTIC

[Staszek]

AWESOME FOR YOU...... Proto is very good stuff, the industrial equivalent to Mac tools and Stanley tools TOP Tier.

Get your self a couple variants of proto precision 90 tooth ratchets, The are are kinda pricey but normally can be found for around 100 bucks. Mac has the same thing but only come with a plastic grip area, the Proto variant is ALL Stainless. Wife got me a 3/8's with the long 13inch handle for Xmas and its FANTASTIC

I didnt post a pic but I do have the proto 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" rachets as well.

I have a hook up at SBD :) its where I got all my Dewalt stuff too. I do want some ratcheting wrenches though, I have some westward stuff now which has served me well, but that is next on the list.

[george graves]

Nice set - it would be a shame if you lost that 10mm :) I kid.

Picked up a set of sailboat winches at a BOGO sale (buy one get one free sale). Lewmar Evo series - 2 speed, self tailers. You can take them apart to service them in 60 seconds. reassembly is just as fast. Top of the line stuff. Amazing machining, and quality control - it's like a swiss watch for a sailboat.

[fresh_TD]

Finally, upgrade my ratchet set. I have had the same ones for 14 years, they still work well, but I wouldnt call them the best quality. Upgraded to 12 and 6 point Proto American Made set. 205 total sockets pieces, excited for this!

What did this setup cost you?

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[Staszek]

What did this setup cost you?

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The list is $1100, I cant say what I paid, but it wasnt that :)