It’s gonna be awesome. I would agree that an exhaust fan for circulation and a dehumidifier or small mini split is a must.
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It does look like a great start.
My brother has an area just like that and he also has the same idea. Definitely looking forward to updates
That’s a great start OP. I hope that when you’re done it’s everything you want it to be. It’s all up to you. Good luck with building your dream.
The bib is just in case he needs to have a boating accident in his basement. Smart thinking.
When we build our house I’m having this same thing done. Been telling my wife for the last two years how I want it designed like that.
Looks great, 7' is going to get tight by the time you add some insulation/drywall. Maybe carpet as well, otherwise you have an echo chamber.
My first purpose built vault was 8'x12. Counters down both sides left a 3' aisle down the middle. Very tight.
Current one is 18' x 32'.
Lighting is important, added led strip lighting down both long walls, gives ambient lighting to the firearms.
Adequate outlets, ran a CAT 5 cable in for dedicated internet for computer and tv, as the rebared concrete kills wireless from outside.
Water is needed, I have a utility sink for water, washing hands, etc.
Make sure your vault door is an inswing, can't be locked or blocked in.
I have heat and ac in the vault, and an emergency vent that can be deployed if needed.
Two motion activated camera's inside, and one outside the vault that is not visible to the casual observer.
Be glad to discuss items on a sidebar if needed.
My first purpose built vault was 8'x12. Counters down both sides left a 3' aisle down the middle. Very tight.
Current one is 18' x 32'.
Lighting is important, added led strip lighting down both long walls, gives ambient lighting to the firearms.
Adequate outlets, ran a CAT 5 cable in for dedicated internet for computer and tv, as the rebared concrete kills wireless from outside.
Water is needed, I have a utility sink for water, washing hands, etc.
Make sure your vault door is an inswing, can't be locked or blocked in.
I have heat and ac in the vault, and an emergency vent that can be deployed if needed.
Two motion activated camera's inside, and one outside the vault that is not visible to the casual observer.
Be glad to discuss items on a sidebar if needed.
New gun storage area for me!!
I've been wanting a dedicated, secure area to store my guns for years. I've had a decent safe for about 15 years but wanted a better protected place. Over the last couple of months we (lovely wife and myself) have been involved in a kitchen renovation at our home and I decided it was time to...
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Here’s my modest gun room build. Not near as nice or as large as yours but so far has met my needs.
