Prefabricated Steel Shop, Garage & Mancave in Reno, Nevada

When a resident of Reno, Nevada, wanted a functional, inviting space to serve triple-duty as a personal shop, garage and mancave, he opted for pre-engineered steel construction, ordering this steel multiuse metal building from Sunward Steel in January 2024.

The building has 2,400 square feet of open interior space that creates plenty of room for vehicles, tools and relaxation, resulting in a comfortable, year-round place the owner can use to work on cars or projects, store vehicles and machinery, or kick back and socialize with friends and loved ones. Versatile and secure, the metal shop and garage boasts hardy steel construction that protects valuables stored inside, and it also holds its own against gusty winds, fire, pests and extreme temperatures while requiring minimal maintenance in return.

The building’s rugged, corrosion-resistant Galvalume Plus steel roof provides reliable overhead protection from the elements, while Ash Gray exterior paint with complementary Hunter Green trim gives the structure an attractive and modern look and feel while blending well with the surrounding natural landscape. Fast and easy to raise and equally easy to reconfigure and adapt as the owner’s needs evolve, this durable, multifunctional steel building delivers the space, strength and style needed for work, leisure, safe storage and more.

Building Specifications

Designed without interior columns to maximize space and functionality, this steel mancave, shop and garage is 40’x60’x18’ with a 3:12 roof pitch, with tall ceilings allowing for the convenient storage of cars, trucks, RVs, car lifts and other large items. A large 4’x4’ window allows natural sunlight to brighten up the interior, while the following doors allow entry inside:

  • (2) 3070 commercial walk doors
  • (4) 12’x16’ overhead garage doors

The client also verified the local building codes governing construction in the area ahead of fabrication and Sunward Steel engineered the building to adhere to IBC18, adding a 30-psf snow load and a 120-mph wind speed rating to maximize durability.

Build to meet the owner’s current needs and flexible enough to accommodate future ones, this building evolves along with the owner’s lifestyle and delivers long-lasting value and performance. Located near the Nevada – California border, the city of Reno is a popular gambling destination that sits about 23 miles north of Lake Tahoe.