Step by step guide to your build
Your free consultation
First off you'll meet Ben where you can discuss your vision for your ideal garden room.
Below, is a list of various elements that will be considered:
- Size & location
- Windows & door type
- Cladding type, (red cedar is a popular choice), composite cladding comes in lots of colours options
- Lighting (interior & exterior)
- Electrics (for TV, bar area, office table, gym equipment etc)
- Heating. electric radiators (air conditioning is a option depending on what you would like to use your garden room for)
- Decoration and overall look.
3D drawing, pricing and start date
At Kenwin we provide a free 3D drawing with your quotation, so you can visualise what your build will look like, before you sign a contract and start date.
Groundwork & Base
The base of the garden room it sat on concrete pillars to get it perfectly level. The ground underneath the base has a membrane to stop any growth or weeds. The base is formed out of (5" x 2") Kiln Dried C16 Treated timber then insulated with 80mm PIR Insulation and toped with 18mm Sterling OSB3 Board
Walls & Roof
The walls are made with (4" x 2") Kiln Dried C16 Treated timber then insulated with 80mm PIR Insulation and boarded with 11mm Sterling OSB3 Board. I wrap the garden room with IKO Rubber shield Eco Extra Breather Membrane.
The roof is constructed with (6" x 2") Kiln Dried C24 treated timber and toped with 18mm Sterling OSB3 Board. there is a vapour barrier, 80mm PIR Insulation and then the EPMD rubber roof that has a 50 year life expectancy.
Windows, doors & cladding
Your chosen windows and doors will be fitted to make your garden room fully water tight. followed by the cladding and this is where you really start to see your Kenwin garden room come to life.
Electric & plumbing
This is the point where we get all the cable run in the garden room to the right position for lighting the interior & exterior, including power sockets and any added extras you may need (first fix)
Installing pipe work (if applicable).
Interior
We then plasterboard the walls and ceiling ready for plastering and fitting the skirting and any door lining / architrave.
Decorating
Painting and decorating the interior to your design and specification.
2nd fix (all fixtures and fittings i.e lights and plug sockets).
Treating the exterior with a UV protection oil that completes the overall look of your build.
Last steps
Your garden will be cleared of any rubbish. Ben takes real pride in leaving your Garden room clean and tidy so it's all ready to enjoy.
Ben will to do a final sign off to make sure you are 100% happy with your build!
Kenwin Garden Room
ADDED EXTRAS
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is a great choice for heating and cooling. Depending on what you are going to use your garden room for i.e gym, dance studio this is a great option.
Interior Walls
If you would like a garden room for multifunctional purposes, interior walls are ideal to divide the room.
Decking
Decking can be a lovely extension and compliment your garden room, ideal for lounging in the sun and family BBQs!
Built-in furniture
Why not take full advantage of Ben's expertise on personalised buiilt-in furniture - he will be happy to discuss any ideas you may have.
LED mood lighting
Creating a great ambience with some LED lighting. Ideal for bars and cinema rooms. It's great to set the mood.
Why not inspire us with your designs and ideas!
Ben is always up for a new challenge and enjoys building unique designs. If you have the vision, we can build it!