I'm really at a loss here Bill, just winging it after I get the building dry. The kit came with a loft but I do not plan to use it just yet. I'm thinking the headroom over that end of the shop where I plan to locate the table saw would be preferred. The kit loft would also require a support pole that would be an issue. There will be a window in both gable ends for added light that I'd prefer not to block too.
Plans are to store most of my lumber in the first 12x22 existing shop building. This section is unheated. The next 8x12 space has a higher floor height equal to addition and will be climate "controlled" by addition's HVAC unit. Interior walls will be opened up when I get the addition completed.
If I insulate between the rafters I can only get R-21 in the 6" rafter/1" perlin/metal roof void. Not ideal but far more that I've had before and I'm thinking preferred versus a dropped ceiling? I will insulate walls as well and add a PTAC unit unless I find a better option at a reasonable price. Suggestions?
I have 2x'4' flourescent light fixtures (thanks Scott and others) but haven't determined how to suspend or ceiling mount them just yet. Again, suggestions welcomed.