How I’m Heating My 2,100 Sq Ft Shop with a $257 DIY Wood Heater

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I built a $257 DIY wood heater to heat my uninsulated 2,100 sq ft shop… and it works way better than I expected. If you’re looking for a budget shop heater, a DIY wood stove, or a simple way to heat a large garage or workshop without spending thousands, this build will save you money and keep your shop warm all winter. In this video, I walk you through exactly how I built this homemade wood heater, the materials I used, how I kept the cost around $257, and real-world results of how fast it heats my 2,100 sq ft uninsulated building. You’ll see temperature tests, burn times, performance updates, and everything you need to know if you want to build one yourself. 🔧 What’s Included in This Build: DIY wood burner design Material list and cost breakdown Cutting, welding, and assembly How I built the heat exchanger tubes Chimney and exhaust setup Safety considerations First burn test How well it heats a 2,100 sq ft shop Wood usage and efficiency What I would change or upgrade next time 🔥 Why I Built This Heater Propane heaters and electric shop heaters were too expensive to run in a building this size. I needed a cheap, reliable wood stove that could heat a large workshop without costing thousands — so I decided to build my own budget wood heater using simple materials and basic fabrication tools. 🌡️ Real Results Heats a 2,100 sq ft insulated shop Reaches working temperature fast Burns clean with great airflow Uses minimal wood for the size of the space This is a great DIY project for anyone with a garage, barn, metal building, workshop, or off-grid setup who needs an efficient and affordable heating solution. 🧰 Tools & Skills Needed Welder Grinder Cutting tools Basic fabrication skills Heat-resistant materials Anyone with moderate DIY or metalworking experience can build this heater. Electric Timer I used on my fan: https://amzn.to/49TzfrG 1" gasket material for door: https://amzn.to/4pKD7Qh