How close to a boundary can you install a garden room?
Our recommendation would be a minimum of 500mm for maintenance purposes. For garden rooms that are over 15m², we will require a 1m gap between the garden room and any solid obstacle to avoid Building Regulations kicking in!
Can you attach a garden room to the side of a house?
Unfortunately not at the moment, all the current ranges are designed to be free-standing.
Can you create custom shaped buildings?
Yes, we are 100% Bespoke
Can you create a custom-size building?
At Into the Garden Room, we offer a full bespoke service and can create a custom-sized building to meet your specific needs and preferences. Whether you have a small or large garden, we have the expertise and resources to design and build a garden room that fits your space and budget. In addition to our custom service, we also offer a wide selection of standard sizes and styles of affordable garden offices to choose from. With so many options available, you can find the perfect garden room to suit your tastes and requirements. We can build up to 30 square
Can I install a toilet or shower in my garden room?
Of course! This is a query we receive very regularly. The installation of water and waste connections for toilets, sinks, showers and kitchen facilities is becoming more and more common. After all, many people spend an increasing amount of time in their garden rooms, and they want to enjoy all the features they have in their own homes. The standard connection option is a very traditional method of trenching and connecting to the nearest mains foul drain and the nearest water supply. There are building control regulations we need to adhere to, but this is something that we deal with
Do I need a base for the building?
Yes, a solid base is necessary for a garden room. It provides a stable foundation and helps to ensure the safety, security, and stability of the building. The type of base that's right for your garden room will depend on various factors, including the size of your space, the type of ground it will be installed on, and the intended use of your garden room or garden office. Our experts will assess your needs and recommend the best base for your space, whether it be a concrete slab, a paved surface, or a foundation made of blocks or bricks. We'll
Are the buildings secure?
Yes, we only use high-specification windows and door locks to make sure your garden building is as secure as possible. That being said, we would always recommend keeping valuable items out of sight. It’s also a good idea to let your insurance company know that you have a garden room and find out if you need extra cover.
What timber do you use?
We are 100% bespoke and use multiple suppliers. All of our timber is sourced from sustainable forests in countries with colder climates, so the wood is closer grained and heavier, avoiding the more open grained wood that has a greater tendency to twist or warp.
How far away from the boundary do they need to be?
You will need to treat your timber throughout its life, so we would always recommend leaving an adequate gap big enough to fit a person through. Then depending on the height of your building will depend on the space you would need to leave between your room and any neighbouring boundaries. We can establish this during the design and planning stages.
Do you use sub-contractors for your installations?
No we do not. To ensure the highest quality of your installation and longevity of your room, all our buildings are installed by our very own in-house team of trained staff.
