How many lumens do I need for a garage workshop?

The standard recommendation is 50 lumens per square foot. A 2-car garage (400 sq ft) needs 20,000 lumens minimum, with 30,000-40,000 lumens preferred for detailed work. The Barrina 8-pack provides 40,000 lumens — sufficient for any 2-car garage workshop. Position lights in parallel rows for even coverage, with additional task lighting over workbench areas. More light is always better in a workshop.

Is a dust collector or air filtration system more important?

Both serve different purposes. A dust collector (connected to tools) captures large chips and dust at the source — essential for table saws, planers, and routers. An air filtration system (ceiling-mounted) captures fine airborne particles that escape the dust collector — essential for overall air quality. For woodworking, you need both. If you can only afford one first, a dust collector captures more debris by volume. Add air filtration as soon as budget allows.

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