For a full breakdown of of this DIY garden room costs click here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download/ Also, would anyone like plans? If enough people ask in the comments, I will create more detailed garden room plans to follow and build your own.
@@RestoringNumberFour I am considering putting some together. However, to do it right would take quite a bit of work. So I would probably have to charge a small fee for the plans. Im just not sure if there is enough demand
I built one a year ago now and I'm telling you guys it's one of the best things I've done , sometimes men just need to have a beer , listen to some music or just quiet time by them selves. And other times have friends and family round,, mine has already given me great memories.. Just pick up the shovel and do it...
AMEN to that. I've just cut down 4 large conifers to make space. The were taking up 30ft by 10ft. Sorry but a beer with the boys in the back garden in our own private pub, trumps a few high maintenance trees
One of my customers has a garden room.. its prob about 3 or 4 times the size of this but its incredible.. pool table, bar, proper loo, entertainment area
Great video. I am a professional painter and decorator and used osmo products many times. UV clear won't last too long. It needs topping up every other year especially on South facing side.
That's a really nice build. I'm looking at various options myself. Also tempted to use a shipping container for the structure and clad it on the outside in wood.
Great job. I did the same myself with no help. Definitely the hardest part was the ceiling plasterboard. I used 15mm soundboard. Did it myself using a deadman prop and screwing into the walls temporarily to hold one side.
Hi Paul, Im working on plans and they will be available shortly. You can be updated by downloading the materials breakdown and siging up for my email list here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download/ Anyone on this list will be notified the moment plans go live
A little bit when its been cold. I am using it for a gym so I did expect there would be some. In hindsight I could have added an extractor fan, but leaving the window on vent has worked fine. I also have a dehumidifier in the house if I really needed to use it (I havent yet)
I have binge watched the entire series last night and this evening. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching every episode and you've done a cracking job. Thanks for taking the extra time to record the end-to-end process with great commentary. 🫡
Really good content and good step by step examples. Just wondered for the sections with insulation in is there any openings for air movement so not to build up damp/condensation. Might already be in the comments but lots to go through. Thanks.
This was really interesting to watch, very informative and exactly the kind of detail for a fast watch with some good and interesting learning for constructing garden rooms! Thanks :)
Great vid no nonsense really helpful with the shopping list too going to use so thanks, what was the size of your building footprint and what was the finished roof height?
Thanks Steve, glad you liked it. The footprint is around 4m x 2.8m and finished height is 2490mm, so just below the max height for permitted development. Did you download the materials breakdown? thediyfix.com/garden-room-material-prices/ Im also around halfway through creating plans.
Great build, I wish i could do it in 15 mins lmao. I'm doing this with my brother and one of my sons, we're waiting for concrete to set, but in the meantime, we're trying to decide if the vapour barrier is needed for my brothers build, as he is using osb on the interior walls, floor and ceiling, so could you or anyone let us know if we do need it, much appreciated.
Hey Tony, good luck with the build. Im honestly not 100% sure about the internal vapour barrier with OSB on inside walls. However, I do feell like its probaly a good idea. Even structural OSB is porous. Also, you will definitely need the external wrap/vapour barrier, otherwise water will seep through the OSB. If it were me I would add an internal vapour barrier, why take the risk? Its cheap and doesnt take long to install. If you dont do it you may end up regretting it
@thediyfix thanks for that, we planned everything else, just unsure of the internal vapour barrier, but we' re still early in the build so a little time to sort it. 😀
Love it! You have given me inspiration to do my own! By the way are all four walls the same height? How do you get the slight drop on the roof to for rainfall?
I have a video for the wall construction on the channel. It explains how I did it. Also I will be dropping full detailed plans at the end of the month. You can get notified by signing up here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download/
Yeah the BT building is ugly. However, on a positive note, there is never anyone in that part of the building and it does mean no neighbours looking over our garden :) It did great over winter, needed heater on when it was really cold but held heat amazingly well
@@thediyfix That's great. I was looking into rubber sheet roofing - you made it look quite straightforward.The building does look very good. Thanks for replying.
Amazing job! Can you roughly estimate how many work hours went into it, including the hours of the people that helped you. Want to start a similar project and trying to figure if I will be able to pull it of around my schedule in time.
Hard to say exactly. I worked on it for 7 weeks around work. Regarding help from other people my brother helped me for 1 day on the walls, my brother-in-law helped me for 1-2 hours plasterboarding ceilings and my neighbour helped me for about 10 minutes with my facias. If I had worked on it full time I could have done it in a few weeks. Obviously lots of things could affect timeframe.
Absolutely amazing! I've watched loads of these over the last few weeks and this is the best by far - you even cram loads of great info in even though its a timelapse - so will need to watch again and write some things down.....are you going to do the plans and materials by any chance?
Thanks so much for the compliments Sarah. If you do want more detail there are 18 videos on my channel that go onto much more. If you go to the end of this video there is a link to the entire playlist. Regarding materials and plans I may create some but it’s a lot of work if I want them to be good. However, if enough people ask then I will definitely get them made
@@thediyfix I was going to say - I was looking at these planters (with wooden slats - really cool design) and they were selling the plans on etsy how to build them - was only a few quid - but if eventually enough people bought them itd defo be worth your while! Anyway - just started going through your playlist - will spend my Sunday evening watching them all....probably wont get round to doing it until the Spring - but I need to get a storage unit done as well in the next couple of weeks before Winter sets in......so will try and copy your techniques - but a lot less elaborate (its just storage!)
@@thediyfix my only worry was after looking at your costings. Over a grand for the electrical work was not something I expected for my build. How many sockets lights ect did you have put in?
Hi mate if you download the materials list at the following link you will be directed to a page where you can buy plans thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download
So my base was 100mm and as I understand it you dont need any extra reinforcement. The ground in that area was also very solid, so I decided not to bother. Im no expert, but I would say it probably depends. For example, I just built a smaller slab on more uneven softer ground and I actually used rebar mesh
I didnt add any no. The vapour barrier should stop any moisture entering the roof from the room. Also, there is a gap between the soffit and wall, and the back of the cladding is open due to the battens. So in theory this should provide plenty of ventilation
I’d love to know if you would build for others. I’m useless at DIY but would luv a large games room. Yours is exactly the construction and finish I’m interested in Super job - you are very skilled!
I need one of these in my life/garden. Please come and build one for me, lol. I have a hard won distrust of all things Checkatrade. I have zero diy skills and am a tad stuck. 1st world problems!
It is British western red cedar, it is weatherproof, but it is also combined with a Vapor barrier underneath and a layer of structural osb. This combination makes it waterproof
Great video, I'm about to start building my garden room! I'm very new to this so have no idea!!! I noticed you used a breathable membrane on the outside but none breathable on the inside, should it not all be breathable? Thanks
The purpose of the internal membrane is to stop moisture passing through the walls and ceiling into the timber. Therefore it doesnt want to be breathable
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For a full breakdown of of this DIY garden room costs click here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download/
Also, would anyone like plans? If enough people ask in the comments, I will create more detailed garden room plans to follow and build your own.
Let's get a design plan, size and cost....❤
I would love to see
Plans would be amazing!
@@RestoringNumberFour I am considering putting some together. However, to do it right would take quite a bit of work. So I would probably have to charge a small fee for the plans. Im just not sure if there is enough demand
@@thediyfix I was actually looking on ebay for some plans for somethung similar, I wouldnt mind paying a asmall fee for plans / instructions.
I built one a year ago now and I'm telling you guys it's one of the best things I've done , sometimes men just need to have a beer , listen to some music or just quiet time by them selves. And other times have friends and family round,, mine has already given me great memories..
Just pick up the shovel and do it...
100% agreed 👍🏻
Hi couldn’t see if you included a warm roof 🤔
I put a log burner in mine, use it all year round,
@@AR12341you started it yet? Always good to have a project going on keep yourself busy
AMEN to that. I've just cut down 4 large conifers to make space. The were taking up 30ft by 10ft. Sorry but a beer with the boys in the back garden in our own private pub, trumps a few high maintenance trees
You are seriously underplaying your skillset. Great job, mate.
Thanks for the kind compliment
Top tip for fixing the vapour barrier... Use spay adhesive, works a treat and no staple holes
Good idea,
One of my customers has a garden room.. its prob about 3 or 4 times the size of this but its incredible.. pool table, bar, proper loo, entertainment area
Sounds awesome
Wow you did an amazing job. This was so interesting and inspiring to watch. I want one just like it in my yard.
Go for it!
I did the same in the same period! Same knowledge, same approach, similar size! Fantastic job!
Thats Awesome Davide. Can I ask what you use your garden room for?
@@thediyfix Sure! We recently moved and I needed a place to mess with woodworking. So I built a nice little workshop. www.youtube.com/@dfwoodworks
Smashed it bro. You've inspired me to break out the shovel.
Do it mate, you wont regret it. Good luck 👍
Top job, im doing pretty much the same thing right now. Used your videos as reference for most of my build. Thanks
Glad I could help mate that is really cool. I would love to see some pics of your build 👍
Wow as if he did that in 15 minutes, must be a record. Respect mate.
Yeah great job, good info, enjoyed watching. Think you struck the balance of quality/cost really well. You'll enjoy that room for years to come 👌🏻😎
Thanks mate, I’m definitely enjoying the room, currently using as a gym. 💪🏻
Great video. I am a professional painter and decorator and used osmo products many times. UV clear won't last too long. It needs topping up every other year especially on South facing side.
Thanks for the tips Ric, the back is south facing so I suspect this will fade fastest
Color de pintura? Que color es?
That's a really nice build. I'm looking at various options myself. Also tempted to use a shipping container for the structure and clad it on the outside in wood.
A shipping container would be interestng
Business round my way has used a shipping container for a rental bike business and clad the outside in wood. Looks nice. Worth thinking about.
Mate, that's nicer then my house! Hope to be in a position where I can do something like this in the future
Great job.
I did the same myself with no help. Definitely the hardest part was the ceiling plasterboard. I used 15mm soundboard. Did it myself using a deadman prop and screwing into the walls temporarily to hold one side.
Yeah I actually got help with that bit so well dome managing on your own
Great job. Looks fantastic. Have you done a video to show what you did with the interior decor
Yes I have there are about 19 videos in total going over each part of the build
I really enjoyed watching this build, very inspiring!
Thanks mate I really enjoyed doing it and sharing it here on youtube
Love this great work. We are looking to start a similar project. Did you ever share the plans, what size is the footprint of this build?
Hi Paul, Im working on plans and they will be available shortly. You can be updated by downloading the materials breakdown and siging up for my email list here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download/ Anyone on this list will be notified the moment plans go live
@@thediyfix signed up and registered. Great video. Thank you. Roughly, what size was the footprint of this build?
@@paul_crippsthe finished dimensions are roughly 4100mm x 2800mm.
Great job.
Bit of hard work saved you thousands .
Just shows that you shouldn’t be afraid to have a go yourself (with a bit of research)
Very true
Wow, that's awesome! Thanks for the videos, they will be a huge help for my garden office project 😊 I'd love to check out the plans if you have any.
Good luck! Click the link in the description to get the materials list, and learn more about plans
Brilliant work, very inspiring. 👍
Thanks, glad you liked it
Would love to see plans! Looks like a great job mate. How much mot did you need to put under the concrete? And how think was the concrete as well?
A tonne of mot and the concrete was 100mm
Beautiful. Love everything you've done!!! Great results❤
Thank you! Glad you liked it
I like the doors. I was thinking sliding door, but now I'm sold on french
Yeah I think I prefer French doors
You did a fantastic job for a great price too. Thanks so much for sharing. Enjoy it!
Thanks mate
Fantastic job, awesome video. Have you experianced condensation on the inside of the glass at all ?
A little bit when its been cold. I am using it for a gym so I did expect there would be some. In hindsight I could have added an extractor fan, but leaving the window on vent has worked fine. I also have a dehumidifier in the house if I really needed to use it (I havent yet)
Great build. This style of garden room would be £20k if bought as a flat pack/self build.
Yeah they arent cheap
I have binge watched the entire series last night and this evening.
I have thoroughly enjoyed watching every episode and you've done a cracking job.
Thanks for taking the extra time to record the end-to-end process with great commentary. 🫡
Glad you like them mate :)
Really good content and good step by step examples. Just wondered for the sections with insulation in is there any openings for air movement so not to build up damp/condensation. Might already be in the comments but lots to go through. Thanks.
That was brilliant and what a finished result, should be proud mate. Can I ask what are the internal dimensions?
Thanks Rick, Internal dimensions are 2.4m x 3.8m (roughly)
This was really interesting to watch, very informative and exactly the kind of detail for a fast watch with some good and interesting learning for constructing garden rooms! Thanks :)
Glad you enjoyed it!
Well done, made it look easy!
Good video 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks mate
Looks really good! Only part I'm iffy on is the electrical work.
Yeah you definitely need to hire a qualified electrician for this.
Loveley work .. nicely put together .. the build video and info 👍
Thanks, glad you liked it
Great vid no nonsense really helpful with the shopping list too going to use so thanks, what was the size of your building footprint and what was the finished roof height?
Thanks Steve, glad you liked it. The footprint is around 4m x 2.8m and finished height is 2490mm, so just below the max height for permitted development.
Did you download the materials breakdown? thediyfix.com/garden-room-material-prices/
Im also around halfway through creating plans.
Hi mate I gave you a mention on my community tab, hope it helps. Really enjoyed the build. Looking forward to the cat vid. See you at AG next May
Awesome thank you mate. Yeah i'll be there, see you in May 👍
Great build, I wish i could do it in 15 mins lmao. I'm doing this with my brother and one of my sons, we're waiting for concrete to set, but in the meantime, we're trying to decide if the vapour barrier is needed for my brothers build, as he is using osb on the interior walls, floor and ceiling, so could you or anyone let us know if we do need it, much appreciated.
Hey Tony, good luck with the build. Im honestly not 100% sure about the internal vapour barrier with OSB on inside walls. However, I do feell like its probaly a good idea. Even structural OSB is porous. Also, you will definitely need the external wrap/vapour barrier, otherwise water will seep through the OSB.
If it were me I would add an internal vapour barrier, why take the risk? Its cheap and doesnt take long to install. If you dont do it you may end up regretting it
@thediyfix thanks for that, we planned everything else, just unsure of the internal vapour barrier, but we' re still early in the build so a little time to sort it. 😀
Love it! You have given me inspiration to do my own! By the way are all four walls the same height? How do you get the slight drop on the roof to for rainfall?
I have a video for the wall construction on the channel. It explains how I did it.
Also I will be dropping full detailed plans at the end of the month. You can get notified by signing up here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download/
Class 👏👏, would love to see the plans if possible
Thanks Gareth, Im starting some plans for this shortly. Click here to be notified when they are ready: thediyfix.com/garden-room-tools-and-materials/
Solid content pal... Appreciate the full cost breakdown.
Your welcome mate, glad you liked it
Great video, would you mind disclosing how much this build cost? Just trying to gauge whether to attempt it myself.
Full cost is at the end of the video and there is a link in the description to a more detailed material breakdown
Looks really good man.
Thanks mate
Worth it to hide the building behind! How did it cope over last winter?
Yeah the BT building is ugly. However, on a positive note, there is never anyone in that part of the building and it does mean no neighbours looking over our garden :)
It did great over winter, needed heater on when it was really cold but held heat amazingly well
@@thediyfix That's great. I was looking into rubber sheet roofing - you made it look quite straightforward.The building does look very good.
Thanks for replying.
Great set of videos mate. The room looks brilliant, great achievement that. Well done bud.
Thanks mate
Glad you enjoyed it!
Amazing job! Can you roughly estimate how many work hours went into it, including the hours of the people that helped you. Want to start a similar project and trying to figure if I will be able to pull it of around my schedule in time.
Hard to say exactly. I worked on it for 7 weeks around work. Regarding help from other people my brother helped me for 1 day on the walls, my brother-in-law helped me for 1-2 hours plasterboarding ceilings and my neighbour helped me for about 10 minutes with my facias.
If I had worked on it full time I could have done it in a few weeks. Obviously lots of things could affect timeframe.
You did a fantastic job you cod Di this for a living thanks wish I had one of these
Thanks for the compliment John. Glad you enjoyed the video
Really good video, thanks for sharing. Btw, is that a BT exchange next door? 😂
Yes it is! Ugly building but at least the gardn room partially hides it now :)
I m inspired to try ...well done .
You can do it mate 👍
Really good simple explanatory useful content.👍 cheers for sharing 👍🙏
Glad you liked it
Great video - really useful information and very helpful cost breakdown.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely amazing! I've watched loads of these over the last few weeks and this is the best by far - you even cram loads of great info in even though its a timelapse - so will need to watch again and write some things down.....are you going to do the plans and materials by any chance?
Thanks so much for the compliments Sarah. If you do want more detail there are 18 videos on my channel that go onto much more. If you go to the end of this video there is a link to the entire playlist.
Regarding materials and plans I may create some but it’s a lot of work if I want them to be good. However, if enough people ask then I will definitely get them made
@@thediyfix I was going to say - I was looking at these planters (with wooden slats - really cool design) and they were selling the plans on etsy how to build them - was only a few quid - but if eventually enough people bought them itd defo be worth your while!
Anyway - just started going through your playlist - will spend my Sunday evening watching them all....probably wont get round to doing it until the Spring - but I need to get a storage unit done as well in the next couple of weeks before Winter sets in......so will try and copy your techniques - but a lot less elaborate (its just storage!)
Well done bud cracking job looks the part so it does you must be well pleased with the end result..
Yeah, Im very happy with it Scott
Great job do you have any plans and a build list this is the only decent shed I’ve seen on here
Great job. Looks really nice. What are the dimensions of this garden room please?
Finished dimensions are around 4.1 x 2.7m
Loved that, building one myself which actually looks very similar to yours. Got a feeling mines taken a lot longer than yours though 😂
Glad you liked it Richard and good luck with your own build 👍
@@thediyfix my only worry was after looking at your costings.
Over a grand for the electrical work was not something I expected for my build.
How many sockets lights ect did you have put in?
Would love to have some detailed plans
Hi mate if you download the materials list at the following link you will be directed to a page where you can buy plans thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download
If I could afford ot buy a house I'd definitely do something like this. Looks great
Thanks
well done. great job and good video. looking forward to try such project myself.
Go for it mate, you wont regret it
I’d love to see the plans too please!
First class mate, excellent can do attitude Carl.
Thanks for the compliment David
Amazing job you have done here, mate. You have inspired me to do the same.
Go for it mate. One of the best things I ve done in ages. Using it as a gym and loving it
Fantastic room, work and video. Great stuff. I wish I had done an epdm roof on mine. Enjoy your nw room.
Thanks, you too!
Amazing. Gives inspiration. What cables did you used for electrics? I know an electrician came to connect but you had the wires in before that.
Couldnt tell you mate, I left that to the sparky. Its an armoured cable from the house and just standard wiring in the garden room as far as I know
So just connected to the house no extra fuse board ?
@@jmom687 yeah there is an extra fuseboard
What an excellent build and video's.
This is exactly what I would like to build, hopefully this year, gym.
Would love some plans.
I am creating plans at the minute. If you want updating sign up to the email list here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-tools-and-materials/
Nicely done. How’s it holding up?
Yeah it’s been nearly a year now and it’s been great. I’m thinking of doing a one year update video
@@thediyfix great to hear
Great video and a fantastic result!
Glad you enjoyed it
You've got amazing skills, bro!👏👏
Thanks a lot Darren
What are your basic measurements in feet? Looks great btw!
roughly 9 x 13
Well done, fella. Proper hard work 👍🏻
Thanks It was hard work, but worth the effort 👍
Cracking job, lad!
Cheers mate
THis is amazing, thanks so much for sharing! Inspired us to do the same soon!
Your welcome mate
Absolutely smashing job mate. Well done.
Thanks Philip
Awesome job mate! I'm inspired to do the same! Thanks!
Go for it mate
Would also be nice to have a video for door preparation and install
Yeah its a shame mate i wish I got it on video
Brilliant stuff mate!
Thanks Liam
Great video. I wondered in the concrete base would you out rebar or didn’t it matter? I want one slightly wider and I don’t want the slab cracking
So my base was 100mm and as I understand it you dont need any extra reinforcement. The ground in that area was also very solid, so I decided not to bother. Im no expert, but I would say it probably depends. For example, I just built a smaller slab on more uneven softer ground and I actually used rebar mesh
Like the job and concept putting cost together. Amazing
Glad you like it!
Just finished my DIY garden room too, such a great escape spot! 🍃 #backyardoasis
Congrats mate
Great job, did you fit any ventilation
I didnt add any no. The vapour barrier should stop any moisture entering the roof from the room. Also, there is a gap between the soffit and wall, and the back of the cladding is open due to the battens. So in theory this should provide plenty of ventilation
I’d love to know if you would build for others. I’m useless at DIY but would luv a large games room. Yours is exactly the construction and finish I’m interested in
Super job - you are very skilled!
Hi Richard, if I had the time I probably would but Im far too busy with other stuff so it just wouldnt be possible unfortunately.
Good job - very professional.
Thanks
superb video. I thought that was really reasonable.
Glad you liked it
I have severe garden room envy. 😁
Great job!
Haha thanks Dave 😂
Thanks. Super series of videos. Very informative & clear.
Glad you like them mate
That looks really smart.
Cheers mate
@@thediyfix I want one now and make it a studio to film in, instead of my garage and my car stuck outside lol
Looks amazing! How much did the materials cost?
Exact price is at end of video. It was just over £7k
Without a pitch how you get on with water roll off? Update my mistake you said later there was a ouch - great job!!!
Thanks Paul
Thanks for making the video, really interesting and useful.
Glad it was helpful!
Great work fella 👍
Thanks 👍
Very smart bro more than enough to be very proud of yourself
~ Carpenter
Thanks mate
I need one of these in my life/garden. Please come and build one for me, lol. I have a hard won distrust of all things Checkatrade. I have zero diy skills and am a tad stuck. 1st world problems!
Haha I also have a well earned distrust of hiding trades 😂
Top job looks amazing 👍
Thanks 👍
This is brilliant, thank you, really, really helpful!
Thanks Martin and your very welcome. Im glad you enjoyed it
hey...nice build ..but you should put a (mouse stop ) in bottom so any creature cant get in the gap . ✌
Never even thought about that. I'll look into it
You have better isolation than most British homes 😂. Good job 👏
Haha, that’s true mate. Better than our house
Americans crying in the corner with their cardboard houses🤣🤣
Great video series thanks. Did you use the same nail gun throughout (2nd fix) or did you use something else for the early build?
Hi David, I used a first fix gun for all the early framing work
@@thediyfix thanks 👍
Great job. One question. What is the exterior planks you put on the front for the walls? Is it waterproof?
It is British western red cedar, it is weatherproof, but it is also combined with a Vapor barrier underneath and a layer of structural osb. This combination makes it waterproof
@@thediyfix thank you
Great job mate
Cheers
Great video, I'm about to start building my garden room! I'm very new to this so have no idea!!! I noticed you used a breathable membrane on the outside but none breathable on the inside, should it not all be breathable? Thanks
The purpose of the internal membrane is to stop moisture passing through the walls and ceiling into the timber. Therefore it doesnt want to be breathable