All our garden rooms are made using light gauge steel frames which work in a similar way to timber framed buildings. The gaps within the structure are then insulated using products from manufacturers including Celotex, Kingspan and Knauf which contribute to a very energy efficient product. Having a steel frame also speeds up the installation, meaning that the core part of your garden room can be completed within one day! You may also like to know that your lightweight steel framed garden room is much stronger than timber and produces less waste.
Wall and Roof Construction
All of our external walls are wrapped in a vapour membrane , positioned on the outer side of the insulation, repelling any water that tries to enter. This means you have a completely water tight building that allows vapour to escape from the inside, preventing any condensation.
Inside the garden rooms, we will plasterboard and skim the walls and ceiling to give a professional look, whilst also providing additional insulation that contributes to improved energy efficiency. It will be like one of the rooms in your house!
Our comprehensive insulated roofing system also maintains our high standards with the use of high performance insulated composite roof panels including a full guttering and drainage system where required. All of our garden rooms are installed with a Firestone RubberCover EPDM roofing system as standard and are backed with a 20 year warranty as standard for your peace of mind.
Firestone roofing systems are BBA approved and with their life expectancy standing at an impressive 50 years, this is an incredibly durable and long-lasting product. Here are just some of the benefits:
- Low maintenance.
- Easy to repair (on the rare occasions where it is required).
- Safe during application.
- Expected to last around 50 years.
- Non-disruptive during application.
GROUNDWORKS
Screwpiles Vs Concrete Pad
So what is a screw pile?
A screw pile is a giant screw that ranges in size (from 0.6m to 1.5m) and is wound into the ground using our mechanical drill. Each screw is placed out at regular intervals (determined by our structural engineer and load testing results - each screw can hold around 6-7 kiloNewtons) to support the steel framed flooring system.
There are many benefits to using screw piles:
- They can be used on uneven ground.
- They negate the need to use concrete; there is no drying time that could impact the speed of the build.
- They are installed in a matter of hours.
They are ecologically friendly; they have less impact on your garden. - There is no digging needed and often beloved trees can remiain intact as we are able to screw pile around its roots.
- Screwpiles are lightweight and accessible; so no access issues!
We do however understand the need to use concrete for certain foundations and we are able to ensure we do this safely and as cost-effective as possible. Most of our builds have been screw piled as we see it as a sustainable alternative to concrete. You could say we are doing our bit to stay as eco-friendly as we possibly can!
SIZES
Our buildings are completely bespoke and we involve you heavily within the design process to ensure you get exactly what you want. Our most popular sizes used for garden offices are 3mx2m, 4mx3m, 5mx3m and 6mx4m.
We can also incorporate internal walls into your structure to separate your work and home life! Check out some of the different shapes and sizes we have built here.
EXTERIOR FINISH
We offer a wide range of exterior finishes, from External Wall Insulation with a durable and water-repelling render top coat to stunning natural Western Red Cedar cladding, we really do have an exterior finish to suit everyone.
Woodgrain Composite Cladding
Our Woodgrain Composite Cladding is the perfect way to achieve a real wood effect without the effort, thanks to its attractive embossed woodgrain finish. This type of cladding is extremely low maintenance as it doesn’t require painting, staining, treating or sealing. What is more, is that it is easy to clean and can be installed vertically or horizontally depending on your preference.
Available in 4 colours: Coffee, Teak, Graphite Grey and Light Grey.
If you are interested in this choice of finish, please contact us prior to our site visit and we will bring along physical samples for you to view.
Timber Cladding
Western Red Cedar
A truly stunning choice and a customer favourite – our natural Western Red Cedar cladding is sourced from the Pacific Northwest from Northern California to Alaska and is PEFC certified.
Western Red Cedar contains a natural oil making it perfect for exterior applications, however please note that this is classed as an untreated product and is not oiled after installation, unless this has been specifically requested by you prior to commencement of works and specified in our paperwork to you.
As this is a natural product, each board length varies in colour and can range from a light golden colour to mid-dark brown with some boards having a slight tint of red.
If you are interested in this choice of finish, please contact us prior to our site visit and we will bring along physical samples for you to view.
Siberian Larch
Similar to Western Red Cedar, Siberian Larch Cladding is a natural product sourced from well-managed forests in Northern Europe and FSC certified.
The benefits of this type of finish is endless as the wood is stable meaning there is minimal movement and is naturally resistant to infestation and most diseases.
As this is a natural product, each board length varies in colour and can range from a yellow brown, light brown and a reddish brown.
If you are interested in this choice of finish, please contact us prior to our site visit and we will bring along physical samples for you to view.
Western Red Cedar Timber Cladding
Siberian Larch Timber Cladding
External Wall Insulation
External Wall Insulation is a popular choice of finish due the energy efficiency and thermal performance it provides for your garden room.
This is created by using a system of components that can be applied on the outside of a building to insulate, protect and enhance it which is then finished with a render top coat which can either be smooth or textured as desired.
The render top coat is available in a White/Cream colour for a classic finish.
If you are interested in this choice of finish, please contact us prior to our site visit and we will bring along physical samples for you to view.
DOORS & WINDOWS
All of our windows and doors meet building regulations specification standards of enhanced security performance.
The frames can be provided as either UPVC or aluminium, with double or triple glazed glass for maximum heat retention.
Door units are available as either French Doors, bifold doors or sliding doors and windows are available in a range of styles and sizes depending on your budget.
Frames available in 5 colours: White, Anthracite Grey, Black, Oak and Rosewood.
INTERIOR FINISH
The interior is where you can really make your mark. As standard, our prices come with the inclusions set out below, leaving you to work upon a blank canvas once the plastering is done.
- Full internal electrics with a double socket on each wall as standard.
- Both internal and external options for lighting from our standard range.
- Fully insulated to the walls and floor.
- Supply and fit of tongue and groove chipboard flooring.
- Supply and fit of plasterboard to the walls and ceiling.
- Supply and fit of plastering to the walls and ceiling.
If required, we can also quote for the following additional extras:
- All internal painting and decorating.
- Supply and fit of laminate flooring in a choice of colours from our standard range.
- Completion of first and second fix plumbing works including supply and installation of kitchen and/or bathroom units.
- Supply and fit of underfloor heating.
- Supply and fit of air conditioning unit.
We pride ourselves on offering a bespoke solution to meet your needs, so if there is anything additional in which you may require that has not been mentioned above then please get in touch, or this can be discussed at our site visit.
Alternatively if you are able to complete some of the works yourself i.e. plastering and you would like a tailored quote without this item included, then please contact us today.
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