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DigitalDon
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First of all, thanks to Michael Jones for converting my drawing!!
Sorry I haven't posted in so long. I've been busy recording bands in my kitchen. Got to get this studio finished!!!
Anyhow, the building is up and we start installing studs this weekend. Had to wait for a couple of good hard rainstorms to check for leaks. Had a couple in the corners but that was easily fixed by the builder.
Attached is my "latest" drawing. I made a couple of changes heeding the advice of you guys. A couple of notes.
All interior doors (except bathroom) will be 36" to ease moving equipment in and out. The doubled/slanted window between Control and Live Rooms measures 4' wide by 3' tall. Between Vocal Booth and Live Room it's 3' by 3'. The glass will be 5/8" thick on one side and 1/2" thick on the other. The vocal booth has been enlarged per recommendations. I like the unusual shape too. Entrance door to Vocal Booth will be solid wood with glass panes. I will be doubleing and slanting the panes here. Oh yeah, I found the "automatic dropping" door sweeps. Very reasonable price ($28 and up). Go to http://www.mcmaster.com/ and do a search for part number 14775A21 then have it go to the catalog page. Several different sizes and types there.
Exterior walls will be resilient channel mounted 5/8" sheetrock with 6" kraft faced batt insulation behind it (wall is 8" thick). I know resilient channel is only effective when used on both sides of a wall (per John S) but I think it'll lessen some of the vibration going into the metal beams then into the steel exterior sheeting. It's cheap and certainly won't hurt. Studs centered on 24". Interior walls will be staggered stud with resilient channel resting on 24' centers and 5/8" sheetrock both sides. I'll add additional layering later if needed. Haven't decided on insulation or rockwool yet because I haven't priced it. I'm not even sure if rockwool is available locally.
Please take a look at the drawing and give comments. This beast is about to come alive! If anyone wants the AutoCad drawing give me an email address and I'll send it. It's small, about 35K.
Sorry so long. Thanks in advance.
DD
Sorry I haven't posted in so long. I've been busy recording bands in my kitchen. Got to get this studio finished!!!
Anyhow, the building is up and we start installing studs this weekend. Had to wait for a couple of good hard rainstorms to check for leaks. Had a couple in the corners but that was easily fixed by the builder.
Attached is my "latest" drawing. I made a couple of changes heeding the advice of you guys. A couple of notes.
All interior doors (except bathroom) will be 36" to ease moving equipment in and out. The doubled/slanted window between Control and Live Rooms measures 4' wide by 3' tall. Between Vocal Booth and Live Room it's 3' by 3'. The glass will be 5/8" thick on one side and 1/2" thick on the other. The vocal booth has been enlarged per recommendations. I like the unusual shape too. Entrance door to Vocal Booth will be solid wood with glass panes. I will be doubleing and slanting the panes here. Oh yeah, I found the "automatic dropping" door sweeps. Very reasonable price ($28 and up). Go to http://www.mcmaster.com/ and do a search for part number 14775A21 then have it go to the catalog page. Several different sizes and types there.
Exterior walls will be resilient channel mounted 5/8" sheetrock with 6" kraft faced batt insulation behind it (wall is 8" thick). I know resilient channel is only effective when used on both sides of a wall (per John S) but I think it'll lessen some of the vibration going into the metal beams then into the steel exterior sheeting. It's cheap and certainly won't hurt. Studs centered on 24". Interior walls will be staggered stud with resilient channel resting on 24' centers and 5/8" sheetrock both sides. I'll add additional layering later if needed. Haven't decided on insulation or rockwool yet because I haven't priced it. I'm not even sure if rockwool is available locally.
Please take a look at the drawing and give comments. This beast is about to come alive! If anyone wants the AutoCad drawing give me an email address and I'll send it. It's small, about 35K.
Sorry so long. Thanks in advance.
DD