How strong are your roofs?
All of our buildings have been designed by our in-house Architect. We’ve even thought about the load applied to the roof by a really big snowfall, this is all determined in the design stages and if needed we work with Structural engineers.
What kind of foundations do your garden rooms use?
We normally use ground screws or concrete piles. This comprises of a series of piles in a grid system spanning the entire building. This is included in the cost of your building. Our piles normally go to depths between 300mm and 600mm. The depth is assessed by the base team on the day of installation, and on some occasions due to ground composition the piles may be shallower or deeper. If these aren’t appropriate for your garden, our construction team will use an alternative. Already have a base in place? We might be able to build on that if you’re
What’s the insulation of your garden rooms like?
It’s amazing! No, really. Like our houses, we use high-performing Sip panels on most of our garden rooms. Now get ready for the science bit. We use the same technology that we do in our houses, so our garden rooms are thermally engineered to reduce heat loss and create an energy-efficient structure. The wall structure includes a vapour control layer, air barrier and low-emissivity breathable membrane.
Can you create a completely bespoke garden room?
Absolutely; we’ve built countless bespoke garden rooms that meet the individual requirements of our clients. These have included wheelchair-friendly rooms, hot tub garden buildings, sauna and wet rooms, soundproofed garden rooms for musicians, hobby rooms, home offices and gyms. Our design team will be happy to discuss your requirements as part of your free no-obligation quote.
What about the electricity supply?
When it comes to the electricity supply for your garden room, there are a few things to consider. Firstly, it's important to make sure that the building site has a suitable power source, such as a nearby electrical socket, or a source of outdoor power. Next, you'll need to decide what type of lighting and electrical fittings you would like to have in your garden room. This could include ceiling lights, wall lights, plug sockets, and even air conditioning units. Our team can advise you on the best options for your garden room and ensure that the electricity supply is
Do garden rooms need foundations?
The answer is yes. A foundation is a crucial component of a garden room as it provides the structure with stability, security, and prevents any unwanted movement or settling. At Into The Garden Room, we highly recommend that all garden rooms be installed on a suitable foundation, whether it's a concrete slab, a paved surface, or a foundation made of blocks or bricks. The type of foundation that's ideal for your garden room will depend on various factors such as the size of your garden, the type of soil, and the intended use of your garden room. Our team of
What space do you require around the garden room?
Garden rooms that are less than 15 square metres (m²) in size will need a minimum of 400mm from the external walls of the building up to any boundary. Boundary rooms that are greater than 15m² require a 1m gap from a boundary, fence, building, garage or tree to comply with current fire safety regulations.
Do your garden buildings come with heating?
Our Premier Range rooms come with a stylish wall-mounted Milano Aruba vertical slimline electric radiator in white or anthracite grey for year-round comfort and economical on-demand heating. Ideal for rooms that don’t have access to central heating pipes, the Milano Aruba radiator is an eco-friendly choice that can be controlled remotely via the Terma BlueLine heating app thanks to its Bluetooth-connected heating element. For our signature and bespoke rooms, we work closely with you to scope out the best and most cost-effective way to heat your garden room that can include: Underfloor heating Wall mounted radiators or electric heaters Dual
How do you insulated my garden room?
SIPs out-perform other building methods in virtually every thermal and structural category because the insulation is a component of the system, rather than an addition. As a consequence, they have exceptional thermal performance and u-values (drastically reducing your heating and energy bills) and making SIPs a truly environmentally friendly option.
What is the structure made from?
All our Garden Rooms are built using Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) or when access is restricted or some larger sized rooms with multiple internal walls we will build using Timber Frame construction.
