Garden Spaces launched a new range of outdoor living pods which extends the useability and versatility of the garden room further, we were tempted by the illustrations prior to the show, but these images really show what a stylish addition these new spaces are, a modern alternative to a veranda!
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Self Build Garden Room Guide
Over recent months we have seen an increase in the number of people looking for a self build garden room option, and whilst there are several kit options available we know there are a group of you looking to build a garden room from scratch, as your very own Grand Design project
Creating a granny annexe in the garden
We realize that more and more people are searching this site for information on granny annexes, and we thought we would share with you the useful videos that Booths Garden Studios have made about their granny annexe buildings.
What heating option should I choose for my garden room?
Sanctum Garden Studios discuss the different heating options they offer for their range of garden studios
New Mod105 Video
It’s really interesting watching the new Mod105 range of garden rooms develop! Mod105 have uploaded a new video showcasing their 8ft x 6ft room that can be built in just a matter of hours, by one person, with just one tool!
Dore Garden Offices
Dore Garden Offices have recently entered the market with a range of cost effective garden offices, and with prices starting at £2950 for a 2.4 x 1.8m fully finished office they’re very competitive.
A 2.4m x 2.4m Garden Room for £3995!
Yes you read the title of this post correctly, you can now buy a fully insulated contemporary garden room, that falls within Permitted Development rules for just £3995 and a slightly bigger version for just £4995 including VAT!
How much headroom in a garden room?
We’ve been asked this question a few times recently by people thinking of buying a 2.5m high garden room, and its a fair question as to keep the overall height below 2.5m so the room falls within Permitted Development rules some compromise is made on the internal floor to ceiling height
Garden Room Weather Testing
We wrote a few weeks ago about the unique new garden room range by MOD105, we’ve been following their progress as they develop the range, and they have recently been doing some extreme weather testing.
How can you tell if this garden office is well insulated?
If you took a trip to this garden office in London you would find it warm and cosy, even with this week’s extreme temperatures. The office is heated by underfloor heating and is providing a comfortable ambient heat. However a warm room doesn’t tell you that the office is well insulated, even though it is a good indicator!
Back to Black
We are seeing a new trend in garden room design, where Anthracite Grey has been the ‘hot’ colour for doors and windows for the last couple of years, we note that several suppliers are now offering jet black joinery which creates a sharp contrast against the popular cedar cladding.
Doors, a sticky situation
Its rained a lot recently, hasn’t it? And, because of it here at Garden Room HQ we have developed a condition called Sticky Door Syndrome! So, we thought it was an appropriate time to mention this, as it can effect some garden room owners! The condition only occurs in those who have timber doors on [...]
Garden studios with two or three rooms
Garden studios with more than one room are growing in popularity, they can be studios / sheds or studios / shower rooms or whatever you want!
Does your garden room come with flooring?
Does your chosen garden room come with a final floor covering? Not all garden rooms do especially budget models, but fear not, its not too much of a problem
Are Garden Rooms Warm Enough To Use In Winter?
This is a question we are often asked by prospective garden room buyers, and the answer if you chose the right specification is yes!
