You will receive a 246-page pdf booklet that is well-structured and easy to read as soon as you sign up. To demonstrate his beliefs and approaches, Ralph has used a lot of visuals and images. So that you aren’t put off by a wall of text. You’ll also have access to his list of recommended vendors, as well as checklists and resources to help you get started.
Let’s take a look at what each module covers.
Module one: Choose tools
Every woodworker needs tools, but we often don’t know how to choose the correct ones, especially if we’re starting out. You can easily waste your budget by buying the wrong equipment due to a lack of expertise, and before you know it, you’ll be left with useless stuff you can’t sell.
Ralph goes on to explain where you should get your tools, how to get them at wholesale costs, and even provides a checklist for bettering your bargaining skills. You can utilize the shopping list that targets each price point whether your budget is $500 or $1000. This module has a lot more information, including recommendations on how to keep your tools in good working order, what you should buy from big box retailers, and his supplier list.
Module 2: Space selection
If you want to be successful in the long run, you’ll need to set up your woodworking shop properly. For folks like us who are cash-strapped or just starting out, remodeling or rebuilding our shop every year is simply not an option. Ralph demonstrates how to pick the best place to start in this module.
The key is to make the most of every square inch of available space by selecting the appropriate equipment. There are a lot of eye-opening recommendations in here, such as where not to set up a workshop instead of just telling you where to set up a workshop.
Module 3: Shop Layout
Do you enjoy working with blueprints and plans? This module delves into these issues in depth, demonstrating how to properly position your equipment and materials, among other things. You can get started with a little space of 7′ X 7′, which Ralph has previously constructed.
This module appeals to many people because of its simplicity and the clarity with which he explained the principles. The last thing you want to do is read a technical analysis, and you already want to give up before you even begin. He demonstrates a way for increasing your working space, and there are other small woodworking shop layout layouts to choose from.
Module 4: Electricity and lights
After reading this module, you’ll have a better understanding of what Ralph has accomplished with the Ultimate Small Shop eBook. He is meticulous in his attention to detail, and you will learn the finest ways to power your workshop and how to do so in a cost-effective manner here.
Without giving too much away, this guide is so straightforward and inventive that you may complete it on your own. There’s no need to engage contractors to help you set it up. He suggests a number of low-noise techniques, but these are particularly useful. If you ask me, the difference is insignificant.
Module 5: Heating and ventilation
I’m sure a lot of you have heard about this. Who wants to work in a stuffy, overheated atmosphere? Ralph explains how to adequately ventilate your workshop at a fraction of the cost often associated with it in this module. You’ll learn about the product he recommends to all of his customers and how to purchase it for a low price.
The program not only focuses on our comfort but also on how to heat your workshop properly so that your raw materials stay in top shape.
Module 6: Workshop safety
The last module delves into one of the most crucial parts of a workshop, but one that is sometimes overlooked. We always believe we know what we’re doing and become careless or complacent as a result. This is when mishaps occur.
