Rehabbing my workshop. Need advice

[BK911]

Looks like a lot of work!
But should be worth it when done.
If you properly size the AC unit you won't need a dehumidifier.
Biggest mistake with a dx unit is over sizing it.
Error on the smaller side so it runs more and wrings the moisture from the air.

[mepstein]

Originally Posted by BK911

Looks like a lot of work!
But should be worth it when done.
If you properly size the AC unit you won't need a dehumidifier.
Biggest mistake with a dx unit is over sizing it.
Error on the smaller side so it runs more and wrings the moisture from the air.

The building is 20x24 and will be insulated at the attic rafters so the 2nd floor will be conditioned. I was planning on using a 12,000 btu, 22.5 SEER. Too big? Would the 9000 btu sized one be better?

[dad911]

Originally Posted by mepstein

Started on the tear down. Every stud bay is contaminated with mouse crap. Even had one scurry out as I was pulling off the paneling. I will be ditching the fiberglass in favor of rock wool. Once I pull all the insulation out and remove the exterior siding, I’ll bleach and power wash the studs and base plate. Then probably brush on a coat of Kills primer. ......

Skip the kilz. Use this stuff, seriously.

Originally Posted by dad911

After you pull out the insulation, spray any evidence of mice/rodents with this stuff: Back-a-zap

[BK911]

Rule of thumb is about 600 sq ft per ton.
Are you putting soffit venting in?
And spacers behind the insulation?
And a ridge vent?

[mepstein]

Rule of thumb is about 600 sq ft per ton. Good to know.
Are you putting soffit venting in? Yes, already there
And spacers behind the insulation? Yes. I did that in my house attic reno. I know it's important.
And a ridge vent? Yes, already there.

[mepstein]

Originally Posted by dad911

Skip the kilz. Use this stuff, seriously.

Will do. Thanks

Edit - Just ordered. Thanks

[RWebb]

use bleach first - rodents and their scat can carry many diseases

and wear a good mask when working until then

[mepstein]

Originally Posted by RWebb

use bleach first - rodents and their scat can carry many diseases

and wear a good mask when working until then

Always. :-)

Selfie pic

I have a garden sprayer that I’ll use to wet it all down with bleach and then use the odor eliminator once I vacuum up all the debris.