Nice sink is definitely a helpful addition.
Nice sink is definitely a helpful addition.
Thank you! Yeah though it will be some time before I can hook it up properly. House plumbing is where I draw the line with DIY. Still need to get the drain pump and a plumber to fit to the main supply lines. I can likely do the drain piping since the cleanout plug is right there. Some adapters to splice in the pump doesnt seem that difficult. The other stuff, to do it right, need a pro.
Plus I wound up getting the final dual food machine I really wanted for the pub area. Money went there instead of hooking up plumbing for now. More pictures to follow on that after I have repaired and cleaned it up.
BeerBaron, don't sell yourself short. Anyone who can put together a beer rig can do basic plumbing. My rule of thumb is: "how much stuff can I break for what a plumber, electrician, etc. costs?" Certainly, if you're not comfortable and have the cash, hire it out. I simply make the point, I've completely renovated entire homes with the help of a few good books, the internet, and on occasion, a pro, it's worked out pretty well. Make sure you completely understand the job, the local/national code (all on the internet), and a plan B if it get's too complicated. My 2 cents - Cheers!
Completely understand the "joint sweating" concern. It did take me some practice to get good at it - there is a bit of art. That said, I used Pro-PEX on my last project. Yes, the expansion tool was approximately $350 if I remember correctly and the fittings are not cheap, but then again neither are copper fittings. I agree with you on the Sharkbite fittings, I'm ok with using them where you can easily replace if they fail. I also don't care for the original "metal ring" compression PEX fittings.
At the end of the day, if you can feed your friend a few beverages and some fish - likely the cheapest and safest plan!!
Thank you! Yeah though it will be some time before I can hook it up properly. House plumbing is where I draw the line with DIY. Still need to get the drain pump and a plumber to fit to the main supply lines. I can likely do the drain piping since the cleanout plug is right there. Some adapters to splice in the pump doesnt seem that difficult. The other stuff, to do it right, need a pro.
Plus I wound up getting the final dual food machine I really wanted for the pub area. Money went there instead of hooking up plumbing for now. More pictures to follow on that after I have repaired and cleaned it up.
BeerBaron, don't sell yourself short. Anyone who can put together a beer rig can do basic plumbing.
Hmm... (as Homer Simpson) warm pretzels...
Welp, I'm not sure I got a deal or not, but I picked up this sink yesterday. .....................
I think this may be the biggest upgrade to the brewery space, and often the most costly besides running electrical lines. A sink is super critical tool for any brewery. Once this is installed I will no longer have to travel upstairs to the kitchen with boiling wort to cool it off!
That is absolutely incredible! Wow. I've never seen anything like it!
I was just trying to say the whole theme is cool. What a great place to hang out. When I started looking at the pictures, I thought you were setting up a commercial restaurant. The collection of restaurant booths, signs, hardware, etc. is impressive. Great job.
Wow.
You are truly living the dream.
I love that your wife has the diner angle to keep her intrested.
It all looks amazing and it makes me hungry.
Well done!
It looks like it would be my favortite place in town if it was a "real" bar in my area.
Also I thought I was good at finding deals, I am not in your league.
wow... I want to come to your next party! Amazing basement you have there...
Never mind
That is crazy man! Nice job looks like a fun place to hang out, drink, snack and play. Great work!
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