If you want to fulfil your dream of having your own DIY workshop at home, you should pay attention to these basic things: The right place, the right workshop equipment, a sensible storage system and, of course, safety precautions. You don't know yet what you need for your workshop? Who better to help than our expert Eva Brenner! Read on for useful tips on the subject of tidiness etc. in your own DIY workshop.
Have you been dreaming of your own DIY workshop for a long time? A place where you can work, tinker, paint or repair things undisturbed? Before this idea can finally take shape, first you have to find the right space.
Eva Brenner, a qualified interior designer, knows the best place to set up a DIY workshop: "Usually, a DIY workshop is set up in the basement, garden shed, attic, garage or in an extra room in your living space. Because you can't make an omelette without breaking eggs. This means that the workshop should be a separate, dedicated room that can cope well with dirt and waste from DIY tasks and is soundproofed.
Have you been dreaming of your own DIY workshop for a long time? A place where you can work, tinker, paint or repair things undisturbed? Before this idea can finally take shape, first you have to find the right space.
Eva Brenner, a qualified interior designer, knows the best place to set up a DIY workshop: "Usually, a DIY workshop is set up in the basement, garden shed, attic, garage or in an extra room in your living space. Because you can't make an omelette without breaking eggs. This means that the workshop should be a separate, dedicated room that can cope well with dirt and waste from DIY tasks and is soundproofed.
But the chosen room should not only tolerate dirt and noise: According to Brenner, the workshop also needs many light sources (preferably daylight), a water connection, it should be heatable, needs a power connection, enough sockets and should be at least 9 m². The following rules apply: "The bigger the room, the more creative you can be." In addition, large doors and long, expansive walls, as well as a low-maintenance floor, are advantageous. Floor tiles should be avoided as there is a risk of them breaking. Taking all these factors into account, the garage or basement are definitely the most popular rooms for making the DIY dream come true.
But the chosen room should not only tolerate dirt and noise: According to Brenner, the workshop also needs many light sources (preferably daylight), a water connection, it should be heatable, needs a power connection, enough sockets and should be at least 9 m². The following rules apply: "The bigger the room, the more creative you can be." In addition, large doors and long, expansive walls, as well as a low-maintenance floor, are advantageous. Floor tiles should be avoided as there is a risk of them breaking. Taking all these factors into account, the garage or basement are definitely the most popular rooms for making the DIY dream come true.
Once you have found the perfect place for your workshop, it's time to set it up. The choice of furniture should be well thought out in advance, because a carefully planned workshop makes it easier to keep things tidy later on.
The heart of every DIY workshop is the workbench. It cannot be too large, because the larger the surface, the larger the workpieces that can be work on. In addition, Eva recommends many cupboards, wall cupboards with shelves which are height-adjustable and mobile containers with drawers, . With the help of boxes and crates in different sizes, the tools and all other utensils can later be sorted in a sensible way. For example, cordless screwdriver, drill, heat gun and the paint sprayer all should have a home here. Heavy-duty shelving is an important addition for bulky and heavy machinery of all kinds.
Once you have found the perfect place for your workshop, it's time to set it up. The choice of furniture should be well thought out in advance, because a carefully planned workshop makes it easier to keep things tidy later on.
The heart of every DIY workshop is the workbench. It cannot be too large, because the larger the surface, the larger the workpieces that can be work on. In addition, Eva recommends many cupboards, wall cupboards with shelves which are height-adjustable and mobile containers with drawers, . With the help of boxes and crates in different sizes, the tools and all other utensils can later be sorted in a sensible way. For example, cordless screwdriver, drill, heat gun and the paint sprayer all should have a home here. Heavy-duty shelving is an important addition for bulky and heavy machinery of all kinds.
"Think of many different light sources, especially if the workshop has little daylight. A light strip under the wall cupboards is very helpful for precise work. That way you can still be busy in the evening."
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Order is half the battle! Or even half the workshop. If you constantly have to look for tools, machines or screws, you will have less and less desire to work in your own workshop. That is why it pays to keep the workshop tidy right from the start, with a little effort and good workshop furnishing ideas. Brenner's Tip: "Establish a storage system and then actually implement it."
The first and easiest workshop hack is to label all cupboards, drawers and boxes. Before sorting the first tool, think about where which utensil should find its place and write it down. This way, you not only find your tools but vistors to the workshop can also. Frequently used tools such as hammers, folding rulers, pliers and the like are best kept near the workbench. So you have everything important right at hand! Don't forget: Replace the labelled signs if they are no longer correct.
Eva Brenner also recommends: "A large, sturdy perforated wall should not be missing from any tidy hobby workshop!" It is the perfect tool storage for the wall behind the workbench. With the help of long nails and hooks, smaller tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, spatulas, hammers or spanners can be hung up and are clearly visible.
According to Brenner, the right organisational system for small and very small workshop accessories is slotted panels with viewing boxes. Screws, nails, nuts or even small accessories for your paint sprayer can be sorted and found. Keeping your DIY workshop tidy is easy with these tips.
Order is half the battle! Or even half the workshop. If you constantly have to look for tools, machines or screws, you will have less and less desire to work in your own workshop. That is why it pays to keep the workshop tidy right from the start, with a little effort and good workshop furnishing ideas. Brenner's Tip: "Establish a storage system and then actually implement it."
The first and easiest workshop hack is to label all cupboards, drawers and boxes. Before sorting the first tool, think about where which utensil should find its place and write it down. This way, you not only find your tools but vistors to the workshop can also. Frequently used tools such as hammers, folding rulers, pliers and the like are best kept near the workbench. So you have everything important right at hand! Don't forget: Replace the labelled signs if they are no longer correct.
Eva Brenner also recommends: "A large, sturdy perforated wall should not be missing from any tidy hobby workshop!" It is the perfect tool storage for the wall behind the workbench. With the help of long nails and hooks, smaller tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, spatulas, hammers or spanners can be hung up and are clearly visible.
According to Brenner, the right organisational system for small and very small workshop accessories is slotted panels with viewing boxes. Screws, nails, nuts or even small accessories for your paint sprayer can be sorted and found. Keeping your DIY workshop tidy is easy with these tips.
Especially when it comes to manual work, safety should be a top priority.
As already described in point two, good lighting is essential in a DIY workshop. Not only because you can work better and more precisely, but also to prevent possible accidents caused by poor visibility. Also look out for tripping hazards caused by cables or boxes or crates standing around. It is better to use a cable reel or a multi-plug rather than accidentally tripping over a cable dangling in the air.
Another tip from Eva Brenner: "Clean your tools after every use." Even if it is annoying at the time, a tool that is always clean and ready for use prevents accidents when working. Lockable storage is essential for hazardous substances and toxic liquids!
So much for the protective measures for the room. Now let's move on to your own safety: Safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, mask, safety shoes, work gloves and of course, a first aid kit are workshop accessories that belong to the inventory of a proper workshop. Also ensure ergonomic working by adjusting the height of the worktop to your height.
Especially when it comes to manual work, safety should be a top priority.
As already described in point two, good lighting is essential in a DIY workshop. Not only because you can work better and more precisely, but also to prevent possible accidents caused by poor visibility. Also look out for tripping hazards caused by cables or boxes or crates standing around. It is better to use a cable reel or a multi-plug rather than accidentally tripping over a cable dangling in the air.
Another tip from Eva Brenner: "Clean your tools after every use." Even if it is annoying at the time, a tool that is always clean and ready for use prevents accidents when working. Lockable storage is essential for hazardous substances and toxic liquids!
So much for the protective measures for the room. Now let's move on to your own safety: Safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, mask, safety shoes, work gloves and of course, a first aid kit are workshop accessories that belong to the inventory of a proper workshop. Also ensure ergonomic working by adjusting the height of the worktop to your height.
"Never work under stress or time pressure! Because that affects both your own well-being and the result of the workpiece. Having fun at work is the key to DIY happiness."
