GARAGE!!!! Finally closed on a new home!! - Page 3

pt91 · 02-02-06, 02:38

Tulsa rocks.

tabinha · 02-02-06, 03:55

Lovely, best of luck. However, watch you head when you get off the toilet.

Ha Ha

LightngSVT · 02-02-06, 03:59

1450 sq ft huh? I would have definitely though by the pics that it was 1800-2000. Our new place is coming in at 2650, but all that means is 1) more space to clutter and 2) more house to clean! We still havent heard your plans for the garage!

JDookie · 02-02-06, 04:02

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Originally Posted by Jake11375

Hoagart, New homes in Oklahoma like this average between 110k to 150k depending on the quality of fixtures, doors, wood, lot size, area, etc. Oklahoma has a very reasonable cost of living. We were strongly considering moving to Colorado Springs just a few months ago but the housing options kept us here in Oklahoma. As far as bang for your buck, Oklahoma is the way to go.

110k to 150k??

A house like that goes for nearly $300k here in New Orleans!

Jake11375 · 02-03-06, 03:32

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Originally Posted by LightngSVT

1450 sq ft huh? I would have definitely though by the pics that it was 1800-2000. Our new place is coming in at 2650, but all that means is 1) more space to clutter and 2) more house to clean! We still havent heard your plans for the garage!

2650 is a good sized home. I saw your construction thread coming along nicely. Beautiful home might I add!

A few of your pics are the infamous "Red X" but I saw enough to see you are having a nice quality home built.
I don't know what to do with the garage. It's not very big. It would be a squeeze for 2 SUVs. I want to possibly look into a stain, maybe something like Dean's "ultimate garage." I want something classy/elegant rather than a sport or racing theme. And the lighting needs to be updated badly. So I'll be looking into lighting pretty quickly. I'm really checking out all the garage threads looking for ideas. Once I get some pics up, I'm sure I'll get a lot of good suggestions...

SilverLexus · 02-06-06, 05:35

Very nice house Jake! Congratulations on your new home.

You will really enjoy having a garge to work in.

Red98gt · 02-06-06, 06:33

Hey Jake,

Another place for "Garage" info.... www.garagejunkies.net

Jake11375 · 02-07-06, 04:20

Well, I've been moving in for the last few days. (I hate moving)

But anyway the place is a mess of boxes and stuff, but I took a few pics before everything got junked up. Here are the garage pics I promised...

You can see It's a pretty small garage. You can swing both doors open on one car if both are parked correctly. The entry door on the far left is the hot water heater. There is no storage closet of any kind. I was thinking of putting a small storage tower in the space on the right. I'll have to leave enough room for the lawnmower until I get a separate storage shed for that. Then I'll be able to use that whole section for storage...

Well the builder wasn't concerned with the detail enthusiast when he installed this tiny light in the garage. The garage door opener light is actually better. With both lights on the garage, it is not lit well enough for any serious detailing. I'll definitely need to upgrade to better lighting...

Closeup of the storage corner...

One measely outlet in the entire garage...

I wish he would have at least put one on the other side...

Any comments or suggestions welcome...

KevinA · 02-07-06, 05:09

Just make sure you upgrade your lighting before installing any flooring in the attic. I made that mistake and it was a pain to do it afterwards.

Nice place. I want to put a similar roof shingle on my house when the time comes, it really makes the home look more upscale.

LightngSVT · 02-07-06, 12:20

Get some good high output 4' Flourscent lights up on the ceiling and if possile have an electrician come in and drop a few more outlets. You can never have enough a wise man once said (Accumulator). My garage/house isnt even done yet and I already wish I would have put about 5 more outlets in at least. Looks like theres a lot of potential there, the storage nook is a nice touch. Hey its your first garage, dont worry that its smaller than you wanted we all have to start somewhere. I think once you get some lights, etc in it'll be a very nice detailing spot.

Jake11375 · 02-08-06, 04:18

Thanks for the comments and advice Kevin. I'll be sure and do that. You probably saved me a lot of headache.

SVT, I think I'll have an electrician drop in a few more outlets like you suggested. I'll call a few places today and get some estimates on cost. I think three flourescents should be enough. Hopefully it won't be too much. We have been shelling out quite a bit here lately.

SilverLexus · 02-12-06, 05:03

Jake,

You still have plenty of space. That storage corner is perfect for a workbench or the Ikea shelving units that I use. I also had only one AC plug but you can add more for not too much money. I'm going to add flourescents soon...