Smoking Room Conversion

I’ve broken my own rule of “No Smoking in the House”

Got tired of being uncomfortable outside in the cold. Even with my patio heater, it can only do so much, especially with any amount of wind, which we get often here in the Great Plains.

I’ve previously relegated myself to the garage with a kerosene heater, but even that doesn’t bring the comfort of smoking indoors.

I am in the process of taking over and converting a no longer used bedroom in my basement, previously occupied by one of my sons.
Took the bed down. Working on repairing the wood floor that has some water damage. Need to repair and paint the walls.

It’s still pretty rough. A wicker patio chair, side patio table, and a left behind nightstand to place my ashtray and beverage.
I acquired a Room Air Purifier fitted with an odor-eliminating carbon filter. At least I’m warm and out of the weather in these winter months.

I will be mounting a spare TV. Soon, will relocate my wineador and cigar totes and outfit with a mini frig. after the remodeling work is done. Maybe add some shelves for a few bottles and glasses? Bonus, I now have easier electrical access for my electronic devices. It has an operating window I can open for enhanced ventilation. Been thinking of plans for an exhaust system to the outside to better ventilate the space. Shouldn’t be too difficult as it’s on an outside wall. I did learn, I have to close the vents, or keep the HVAC blower running for positive pressure, or the smoke enters the ducts and spreads to other areas of my home, like my bedroom 2 stories up. My wife wasn’t thrilled [emoji16], and neither was I.
As long as I do this and keep the door closed, it contains the smoke aroma pretty well. It is only detectable in the adjoining unfinished portion of my basement.

It has an attached bathroom, so I foresee a space I will rarely have to leave.

I still have to clear out the rest of the stuff my son left behind. I did close off the open closet so his remaining clothes don’t get smoke laden.

Nothing worthy of pics at this time. It’s a work in progress.

I will probably also bring in a small desk for a PC at some point.

Edit: OK, here is my corner so far.
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Atta boy Mark - grab one of those extra rooms once the kids fly the nest and be comfy

If it never gets beyond its current state, I’m still ahead.

What about your streaming setup for vherfs?

That’s awesome Mark. I look forward to watching the progress.

I think it looks like a pretty decent little setup already. You got the necessities to enjoy a cigar, so anything else is gravy.

Just a personal opinion, i wouldn't bother repainting the walls personally, any kind of smoke, fire, cigarette or cigar, coats the walls with a thin film of tar quickly, especially in a small room, so unless your ventilation has pretty rapid, full room air exchange, you'll just be scrubbing or repainting in the future.

I know this from being a cigarette smoker along with the ex-wife. After the first apartment where we had to scrub nicotine and tar off the living room walls, the rule became not indoor cigarettes inside ever again.

I'm sure cigars are just as bad or worse. Just something to think about before you bother painting yet unless the current paint is already trashed, I'd wait until you can start to see dulling or yellowing of the paint before bothering.

Also, white paint is the worst for this obviously, get the darkest off-white you can. Would make a big difference.

For ventilation, a simple window fan is easy, cheap, and gives the best exchange.

I was allowed to smoke cigars indoors in the house we were renting though as the ex loved the smell, plus all landlords are crooks and will find or invent reasons to keep your deposit, so we just considered it a loss from day one anyway.

very much miss my days of sitting in my ultra comfy recliner with a trash can on the left, and bedroom night stand on the right to hold ashtray, supplies, drinks, daily smokes wooden humidor, and antique, nickel plated oil lamp for awesome nighttime ambiance.


I friggin love cigars

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What about your streaming setup for vherfs?

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Of course! Maybe need to get a tripod for the camera and cast you boys up on the big screen! [emoji6]

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Of course! Maybe need to get a tripod for the camera and cast you boys up on the big screen! [emoji6]

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I think this is a great idea.

Sweet!
Very nice to not have to brave the elements to enjoy a smoke.

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Perhaps a closet conversion to a humidor is a possibility?

a la @SoCal gunner ;

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Perhaps a closet conversion to a humidor is a possibility?

a la @SoCal gunner ;

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Now your talkin!

Reminder for Secret Santa 2023. Mark needs a velvet smoking jacket!

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Perhaps a closet conversion to a humidor is a possibility?

a la @SoCal gunner ;

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But who could help him navigate the options?

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Of course! Maybe need to get a tripod for the camera and cast you boys up on the big screen! [emoji6]

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You really want to see Ryan's bathroom on the big screen ?????

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You really want to see Ryan's bathroom on the big screen ?????

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He does. I am refinishing the tub and it will look amazing.

Very cool, Mark. Keep us updated.

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He does. I am refinishing the tub and it will look amazing.

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I'm thinking you and Mark do a podcast called "Rubber Duckies & Cigars".

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I'm thinking you and Mark do a podcast called "Rubber Duckies & Cigars".

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I was thinking something more like “Duck Duck Goose Goose.”

How's the room and new walk-in conversion coming along, @Nature ?

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As the weather had warmed this spring, my need for an indoor smoking area diminished.
Also, since then, my need for a home office presented itself, so a little change of direction.
That doesn’t mean that it won’t be a working smoking office!
I can still install a TV (but why? I rarely watch).

Currently, still re-laying the wooden flooring to repair some water damage. It is an engineered strand bamboo. Essentially taking up a few rows at a time then relaying again while replacing damaged boards as I go. Fortunately, I have enough unused boards remaining from when I installed it. Honestly though, it would probably have been easier to just tear it all up and start from scratch. I was too cheap to buy all new flooring, but I’m paying for it in my labors.

I have plans to install a rustic weathered and Shou Sugi Ban wood plank accent wall. Once the floor is done, I will move my winedor, totes, and a mini-fridge into the room.


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As the weather had warmed this spring, my need for an indoor smoking area diminished.
Also, since then, my need for a home office presented itself, so a little change of direction.
That doesn’t mean that it won’t be a working smoking office!
I can still install a TV (but why? I rarely watch).

Currently, still re-laying the wooden flooring to repair some water damage. It is an engineered strand bamboo. Essentially taking up a few rows at a time then relaying again while replacing damaged boards as I go. Fortunately, I have enough unused boards remaining from when I installed it. Honestly though, it would probably have been easier to just tear it all up and start from scratch. I was too cheap to buy all new flooring, but I’m paying for it in my labors.

I have plans to install a rustic weathered and Shou Sugi Ban wood plank accent wall. Once the floor is done, I will move my winedor, totes, and a mini-fridge into the room.


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I figured now would be the time to get your smoking room squared away before winter hits.

Sounds like you're going to have a boss setup with a smoking office. I'd salute you if I was on the other end of a business video call with you.

I have no idea what Shou Sugi is, but it sounds cool.

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I have no idea what Shou Sugi is, but it sounds cool.

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It’s a wood treatment method by burning.
True shou sugi ban is charred. As used for decor, the degree can vary from a light burn to highlight grain, to a full on char. Used in Japanese construction as it is naturally insect, fire, and water resistant.

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It’s a wood treatment method by burning.
True shou sugi ban is charred. As used for decor, the degree can vary from a light burn to highlight grain, to a full on char. Used in Japanese construction as it is naturally insect, fire, and water resistant.

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Did you do the charring, and is that your work and wall? Looks very very cool and I like the masculinity vibe from it.

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Did you do the charring, and is that your work and wall? Looks very very cool and I like the masculinity vibe from it.

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I plan to do it myself. Not my work


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I like the char idea but I prefer a lighter burn on the walls. You could also consider burning in a logo or something to mark the room as yours!

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I like the char idea but I prefer a lighter burn on the walls. You could also consider burning in a logo or something to mark the room as yours!

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I plan on mixing the boards. Some charred, some with lighter burn for grain highlights, some weathered gray, and a few left natural.


I like the idea of a brand!

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It’s a wood treatment method by burning.
True shou sugi ban is charred. As used for decor, the degree can vary from a light burn to highlight grain, to a full on char. Used in Japanese construction as it is naturally insect, fire, and water resistant.

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I've always thought that was a cool technique. I like the look of the mixed chars for a wall. I may have to copy you when I get my building

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Dude, a branding would be friggin awesome. The Bum mascot was be pretty badass. Then maybe it could be the official Cigarbum lounge, open 24/7 to members. We'll have a fully stocked kitchen, room and board.. perfect setting for the Orgy.

If you can get here, the lounge will be open!


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Hey saw this video thought of your smoking room

https://youtu.be/MiLSILsLwqU?si=Mywola9gPIjPoU1u

Not much to update.
The room is being used as my home office. Doesn’t mean I can’t smoke in it! Warmer weather has not necessitated its use for smoking yet.

Did get a TV mounted with dual mounts so I can also hang it up and use it outside on my patio or on my deck. Been great for smoking and watching some football these past weeks.

Have been shopping for a through the wall exhaust fan. Plan to install it with a countdown timer switch so I can let it run for the desired time after I’m done smoking and vacate the room. May have to install an additional make-up air intake vent. It is required by code for exhausting greater than 300 CFM. Besides, it’s the safe thing to do so that I don’t unintentionally draw exhaust back into the house from combustion appliances such as the furnace and hot water heater.
Additionally, it would increase the efficiency of the exhaust. I could just open a window for fresh air, but that is not code compliant.


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