Layout Pre planning

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Hi all,
Well It's time from me to start the "pre planning" process of my N scale empire.
My first question is does anyone see a problem with running the bench work in front of a window.

Tia, Joe
 
Hi Joe:wave:
The only problem I have with blocking a window is if it is needed as an escape route in case of fire or such. I blocked a window with my bench work, but the room exlt door is right next to the house front door, so I feel reasonably safe.

Loren
 
If safety is a potential issue, you could also make the benchwork in front of the window removable, like you might do for an entry doorway. A bridge? Or make the benchwork narrow enough that it would be easy to climb over. Maybe putting a step-stool nearby to give you a boost to get through the window. I know this is kind of "stream of consciousness", but the type of window would make a difference, too -- crank style vs. sliding, double-hung, etc. I wonder how many people even think of this issue when they block a window?
 
riverotter,

Thanks for you input. Again some good points. At the moment I'm leaning toward just placing the bench work in front of the window. I'm thinking it won't be a issue because the door to the room is on the other side of the room and there is another window.

Now to take some measurements and do a materials list. Wow, then get started:mrgreen: Can't wait, sign1

Joe
 
grewsome said:
Hi Joe:wave:
The only problem I have with blocking a window is if it is needed as an escape route in case of fire or such. I blocked a window with my bench work, but the room exlt door is right next to the house front door, so I feel reasonably safe.

Loren
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Same here. I'm blocking a window with benchwork and backdrops but my office is a doubled door and 3 feet from the front door.

Only thing I would wanna open the window for is ventilation when painting or something.

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Yay. 400th post.
 
That was one just with the window showing, here's what they currently look like to make you think some more ;)



I really love the idea of a shelf layout. I get a lot of room to play with a double deck layout, but I also still have a full size office to use that's open. That was a huge plus on getting the Wife to let me do another layout in the new house (I wasn't "wasting" a room) :)
 
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