No plumbing? No big deal!

How do I work without plumbing in the studio?

I love my huge studio. Even with garden equipment, saws, drills, and other stuff, I still have plenty of space.  But, there are quite a few features it doesn't have like AC, central heating, and plumbing.  It's not a deal breaker, that's for sure.  I have created several work arounds

Cleaning Water

I carry out a few gallons of water at a time for the grinder and washing/scrubbing. All those empty
gallon jugs get a second life storing water for me to use in studio.  Don't worry - I'm not drinking it or giving it to the dogs! It's a short term workaround that realistically will be a long term solution.

Waste Water

I collect waste water in containers and transport to the house for disposal.  For the really icky stuff (we're looking at you patina), I use shredded paper to soak it up, let it dry and dispose of it in the trash. Thankfully, a small studio like mine created very little waste.

Drinking Water

No food or drink in the lab! Just ask OSHA or JCAHO!  But, wait, they don't inspect my studio.  Honestly, I know the rule and why but I do keep a hand-free closed container bottle of water near by but not in the "danger zone".

First Aid

As a retired registered nurse, I get how important first aid and wound care are.  For small cuts or burns, I keep a bottle of sterile water or saline one hand.  I grab whatever is on sale at the time.  It sits right on top of the first aid box, which is stocked with more bandages that I could use in a month. And some gauze for those bigger ouchies.  When I have one of those, the kit will get a quick clean up to get be in the house for the real deal.

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Until next time,

Ailsa