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Posted: 7/12/2014 12:44:13 PM EDT

It's finally time to lay out the design for my gun room, and who better to help than those who've done it. I've got the entrance covered with with a Sturdy vault door. I will definitely need a good bit of bench space for reloading and storage for ammunition and reloading supplies. I'm thinking of using slatwall to display my firearms. I have about 20 long guns and 10 handguns at this point.

I'd love to hear your ideas for the best layout as well as finishes for a good looking room. See the current room below...

Posted: 7/12/2014 12:56:45 PM EDT

[#1]

1) Run more electrical outlets, looks like you have (1) 2 port outlet...Id have a couple on each wall, if you get a work bench youll need a couple, youll also probably run de-humidifies, lamps , etc etc etc.

2) I probably wouldnt dry wall, itll eat up space, unless you need to run insulation behind it. If you skip the dry wall, id paint / seal the concrete.

3) Id look into some rubber backed carpet for the flooring.

4) put some kinda ceiling up, exposed insulation looks like crap.

5) More lighting, and I would go with all LEDs. You can get 2-3 foot shop lamps that are LED.

6) Id have multi workbench stations, one clean assembly area, and one dirty / cleaning area.

7) small table top parts washer.

8) Gun rack to stand guns up while working on them.

9) Built in gun vice..with adjustable forehand area to accommodate various length firearms

Jus curious, why the odd shaped room? I think i wouldve squared it off.

Posted: 7/12/2014 1:15:01 PM EDT

[#2]

The room is odd shaped because it is directly below the front porch. 10" of concrete and rebar.

I'm liking the suggestions.

Posted: 7/12/2014 1:39:01 PM EDT

[#3]

The shape and bricks of your room make it almost like a bunker which looks cool. I wouldn't cover the bricks unless the aren't very well sealed from the elements. I would cover the ceiling though.

How's the ventilation down there? I don't like cleaning in places with stagnant air.

Like the other poster said, you will need some type of dehumidifier, lots of benches, and lots of cabinets. Possibly a full size free standing tool box.

You will need music too, just sayin. I gotta have it while I clean my guns.

I envy your project.

ETA: gotta say your ammo stash is impressive to a poorboy like myself.

Posted: 7/12/2014 3:32:00 PM EDT

[#4]

Drywall using 1" lath strips behind it. That way it won;t take up too much room. Plain bricks look like shit even when their painted. You also don't have enough guns for that room. Send the room to me please or adopt me. I agree with the others. Finish the ceiling and don't skimp on lighting. After all, you are going to show your guns off. Nice project.

Posted: 7/12/2014 4:49:05 PM EDT

[#5]

The door opens inwards, right? Don't forget the emergency items, like a honeybucket and some chem lights. LED Flashlights, including one that comes on in a power failure. Water storage. First Aid kit. Blankets. Air mattresses, tent.

Then think about designing for guns... we have a gun room photo thread above.

Posted: 7/13/2014 8:23:09 AM EDT

[#6]

My toughest decision right now is where to put workbenches vs. shelving; design and build my own or buy?

Posted: 7/13/2014 8:31:52 AM EDT

[#7]

I would get your electrical and ceiling done and then i would maybe check on shelving and benches from a "seconds" store, its usually scratch and dent stuff that is new but cheap.

I built my benches out of shelving. They are rated pretty high and just cut down the vertical parts to the size I wanted. Because the shelves are adjustable, it makes my bench adjustable. Plus I just toss some 3/4 ply on top and not worry about it.

We have a work bench that a couple of the guys built out of 2x4s and an old wooded door, . Works great.

I think this one is 2 foot wide but 6 foot long and like 4 foot tall. It started out as an 8 foot tall shelf. I just cut to fit what I needed.

One i just built a couple weeks ago. Just some L angle iron. bolt it together, 3/4 plywood I got from work and call it a day. I have zero money in this one.

Posted: 7/13/2014 8:44:06 AM EDT

[#8]

Looking at your pics..Here is what I would probably do.

In your 4th & 5th pic from the top, you show a corner with pistol boxes and a cart with ammo. I would make those indented sections of the room your shelving, in an L shape. Have the shelving come out no further than the wall, so essentially you will be "squaring" off the room.

The next picture down, where the lonely outlet is, I would make that wall and the going along the orange mat on the ground your benches.

Blue - work benches

Red - shelving

Purple - roll around work station

Gray - gun racks and misc

Posted: 7/13/2014 10:43:56 AM EDT

[#9]

Die-trying, first, thanks for all the input. I've got access to loads of angle iron and more welding supplies than I'd ever need, so the bench ideas are great. Second, we're thinking very similar on the layout. I might try for some type of shelves though in the little nook by the entrance. That will utilize the space efficiently and still leave me the perfect amount of space for two 4x8' sheets of Slatwall.

Posted: 7/13/2014 11:03:17 AM EDT

[#10]

Yea..sounds like you have it man. With my angle iron bench, I do have middle supports and back and side braces so it doesnt wobble. But the 3/4 ply helps stabilize it as well.

Posted: 7/13/2014 11:28:29 AM EDT

[#11]

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I would get your electrical and ceiling done and then i would maybe check on shelving and benches from a "seconds" store, its usually scratch and dent stuff that is new but cheap.

I built my benches out of shelving. They are rated pretty high and just cut down the vertical parts to the size I wanted. Because the shelves are adjustable, it makes my bench adjustable. Plus I just toss some 3/4 ply on top and not worry about it.

We have a work bench that a couple of the guys built out of 2x4s and an old wooded door, . Works great.

I think this one is 2 foot wide but 6 foot long and like 4 foot tall. It started out as an 8 foot tall shelf. I just cut to fit what I needed.

<a href="http://s21.photobucket.com/user/die-tryin/media/10521352_10203238230609766_987837385_n.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b262/die-tryin/10521352_10203238230609766_987837385_n.jpg</a>

One i just built a couple weeks ago. Just some L angle iron. bolt it together, 3/4 plywood I got from work and call it a day. I have zero money in this one.

<a href="http://s21.photobucket.com/user/die-tryin/media/10529522_10203238168568215_1155613003_n.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b262/die-tryin/10529522_10203238168568215_1155613003_n.jpg</a>

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Hey that's cool.....you put Keymod slots on your workbench. ;)

Posted: 7/13/2014 11:56:31 AM EDT

[#12]

I 'm not advertising for the company, but I'm leaning toward
Gallow Technologies for my gun racks on the walls.

You room is much bigger than mine but having your firearms
stored and presented neatly make the place
look better.

Posted: 7/13/2014 4:39:50 PM EDT

[#13]

That Gallow Tech stuff is nice, but I'd be in for over $1000 just to hang everything. That's nuts!

Posted: 7/13/2014 6:24:37 PM EDT

[#14]

Before you do anything, get a radon test kit and make sure the space is safe to spend time in.

Posted: 7/14/2014 8:26:38 AM EDT

[#15]

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Before you do anything, get a radon test kit and make sure the space is safe to spend time in.

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Glade you brought this up, most people (including me) would have thought of this.

Posted: 7/14/2014 9:08:48 AM EDT

[#16]

Thanks for the suggestion on the Radon test. We did that as part of our final inspection before we moved in (the house is only 3 1/2 months old). I'm good to spend as much time down there as I'd like.

Posted: 7/14/2014 2:54:57 PM EDT

[#17]

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I would get your electrical and ceiling done and then i would maybe check on shelving and benches from a "seconds" store, its usually scratch and dent stuff that is new but cheap.

I built my benches out of shelving. They are rated pretty high and just cut down the vertical parts to the size I wanted. Because the shelves are adjustable, it makes my bench adjustable. Plus I just toss some 3/4 ply on top and not worry about it.

We have a work bench that a couple of the guys built out of 2x4s and an old wooded door, . Works great.

I think this one is 2 foot wide but 6 foot long and like 4 foot tall. It started out as an 8 foot tall shelf. I just cut to fit what I needed.

<a href="http://s21.photobucket.com/user/die-tryin/media/10521352_10203238230609766_987837385_n.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b262/die-tryin/10521352_10203238230609766_987837385_n.jpg</a>

One i just built a couple weeks ago. Just some L angle iron. bolt it together, 3/4 plywood I got from work and call it a day. I have zero money in this one.

<a href="http://s21.photobucket.com/user/die-tryin/media/10529522_10203238168568215_1155613003_n.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b262/die-tryin/10529522_10203238168568215_1155613003_n.jpg</a>

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I saw a post somewhere saying you can build them out of bed frames if you know how to weld.

Posted: 7/19/2014 7:58:10 AM EDT

[#18]

Nice project!

I'd make those "dents" in the wall hidden areas with swinging shelves in front. The shelves would make the room look like a normal rectangular room. Build them very sturdy so they seem to be anchored to the bricks.

So, in case someone manages to get there the most valuable stuff would still be hidden.

Posted: 7/20/2014 2:08:40 PM EDT

[#19]

Here is what I would do with it . After covering thre walls, ceiling, light or two ,electrical. , etc...

You would walk through a display area to get to a work area in the back with a peninsula
Cabibet do I could see people coming in the room.
With storage above and below the counter tops.
Plenty of room for a reloading are and a cleaning area .

This pic is of the display can on the right when you walk in.
I would do a drawer section on the bottom , maybe. 18" high.
Which would double as a seat for friends.

Posted: 7/22/2014 10:08:11 AM EDT

[#20]

Anyone have any experience with Gun Storage Solutions (www.storemoreguns.com)? I like their simple and cost effective manner of displaying firearms, particularly the "slatwall sniper" for displaying pistols.

Posted: 7/22/2014 11:02:15 AM EDT

[#21]

Im intersted in this as well. I was planning on using them when i set up my room.

Posted: 7/22/2014 11:15:06 AM EDT

[#22]

You're on your own for cabinets and storage, but I was thinking of using something like these when I get around to building my gun room. Just my two cents.

http://www.midwayusa.com/find?dimensionids=4294845857&newcategorydimensionid=10786

Posted: 7/29/2014 5:14:01 PM EDT

[#23]

build your own slatwall

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