So electricity in the studio has been a goal for me, since commandeering the outdoor shed during Covid. I have been happy with my little studio, but lighting has been an issue. My ultimate goal is to have electricity in the studio so even when it rains I can paint.
Logistically running electricity from our house to the studio isn't feasible. Our main water line runs in between the studio and house and running wires above.........well it would be unsightly and in the way.
Ultimately we decided on solar panels. Yesterday we ordered a 400 solar watt kit from Renogy along with battery and accessories. Mind you I have no idea what I am doing, but I have watched hours of videos, and get the gist of installation. For sure there will be some yelling and possibly crying when installing but it will be worth it in the end.
Before I get too ahead of myself, I really need to finish putting up a ceiling in the studio before solar panels can be installed. Right now all you see is the shiny silver insulation board. (Ugly) So this past weekend, I installed 1/2 of a wood ceiling.
Check it out:
I love the exposed beams. Of course all of this still needs to be caulked and painted. (This is the same soffit I used for the walls.) My studio is 10' x12' ..............so it took 3 pieces of soffit and 12 pieces of trim. Unfortunately the trim only comes in a 10' sticks, so I ended up with a lot of small left overs. (Oh well) My goal for next weekend will be to install the other side of the ceiling. Humm.
Once the ceiling is complete............solar panels will go up on the outside.
Wishing everyone a happy spring and keep creating,
Christin
