Border Garden Room

Foundations

Our pile foundation system comes as standard with all our rooms. Holes are hand dug with shovels at 1m intervals across the whole footprint of the structure. These are then filled with concrete and galvanised steels are inserted onto which the joists of the structure are anchored. If your site has a solid base (for example a concrete slab, flagstones, hardcore or cobbles) please let your Sales Consultant know so that we can assess its suitability for our foundations.

We are sometimes able to make use of an existing concrete pad (for example where there has been an outbuilding) if it is in good condition and more than 10cm deep. If your room design is larger than the existing base, this can be accommodated through a combination of the existing pad and supplementary pile foundations, depending on the nature of the plot.

Wall Construction

Using modern and advanced construction technology, the walls are multi-layered:

• 18mm cladding – various options available (composite, cedar or render)
• 25mm x 25 tanalised timber to create air circulation space
• Waterproof membrane
• 4"x2" c16 structural timber containing acoustic insulation
• Celotex rigid insulation
• Plasterboard and plaster skim coat ready for you to decorate

Roof Construction

Our roofing panels and profiles are produced to form an insulated roof system that meets the modern need to create energy-efficient and aesthetically pleasing buildings. Our roofs are comprised of composite panels which allow rainwater to disperse and eliminate the risk of leaks. They are not designed to take solar panels or to be used as nature roofs either of which would invalidate your warranty. Our roof panels are finished with ridged galvanised steel in anthracite grey and are insulated with 100mm of Kingspan insulation.

To effectively disperse rainwater, the roof is sloped gradually from front to back in order to direct the water to the guttering and downpipe at the back of the room. This slope is at the rate of approximately 3.5cm per metre of depth. Therefore the back of the room will be slightly lower than the front of the room. Please note that if you are viewing your room side on, the slope, while slight, will be visible, particularly if you have glazing or doors on that elevation.

Floor Construction

The floor provides 75mm of rockwool insulation between the joists and 25mm of kingspan insulation. Atop is an 18mm subfloor and then your choice of laminate flooring colour.

Oak laminate flooring offers a range of benefits:

• Replicates the warm, rich tones and intricate grain patterns of natural oak, providing an elegant and timeless appearance.

• Classic design complements a wide range of interior styles.

• Engineered to resist scratches, stains, and dents.

UPVC

UPVC Doors and Windows offer a blend of durability, efficiency, and style. They are highly resistant to weathering, and provide excellent insulation, keeping your modern garden room warm in the winter and cool in the summer. UPVC is also easy to clean and maintain. All UPVC doors and windows come in anthracite colour on the outside and white on the inside unless otherwise specified.

Aluminium

Aluminium doors and windows combine strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Despite being lightweight, aluminium is exceptionally strong and can support large panes of glass, offering unobstructed views and a modern aesthetic. Aluminium does not need to be painted or treated regularly. All aluminium doors and windows come in anthracite, both inside and outside.

Western Red Cedar

Externally the western red cedar timber cladding gives a warm and vibrant feel to the building. Cedar will last for decades without any artificial treatment however, over time, UV light will bleach the colour leaving the timber a silver/grey colour. Many people prefer how the ‘silver’ appearance blends in with the surroundings.

The amount of time the weathering process takes is dependent on location and exposure to the sun. UV filter treatments are available that will stop or slow down this silvering process. We recommend the application of 2 coats of Osmo UV oil within three months of your build and then every one to two years thereafter, to maintain the colours and help protect the cedar from the sun.

Composite

We also have the option of a composite cladding, available in three colours; charcoal, taupe and pebble. Composite is maintenance-free.

Please note that the taupe is a wonderfully versatile colour which can look quite grey or quite brown depending on the light.

Render

Our silicon render is a maintenance free sophisticated finish which comes in a wide variety of shades and can be colour matched to most RAL colours.

Corrugated Panels

As standard, all our rooms come with galvanised steel corrugated panels to the rear elevation, which is an excellent no-maintenance option for parts of the room that may not be seen from the house. You can also have this cladding to the sides of the room if you wish. Corrugated panels are a practical and stylish choice for your modern garden room. They are highly durable and resistant to weather conditions, ensuring your garden room remains protected year-round. They also require little maintenance.

Track Light

Our standard track light with 4 adjustable spots is included in the price of your room. You are also welcome to supply your own track light and we will adjust the price of your room to reflect this. We always supply warm white bulbs in our lighting as they are ideal for creating a calming and homely ambience.

Wall Lights

Wall lights can look very stylish in a garden room. If you are considering using wall lights instead of ceiling lights, do bear in mind that you tend to require more wall lights than track lights to give the same level of lighting. There is also a cost implication for fitting/wiring each one, and you will need to supply your chosen wall lights.

Surface Mounted LED Pads

Another option is surface-mounted LED pads. The available sizes are 50cm x 50 cm, 60cm x 60cm, 60cm x 30cm. Depending on the size and specification your room price will be impacted.

Downlights

Your final option is recessed LED downlights. These can add a sleek, uncluttered modern look to your room. For these, we need to create a void in the ceiling to house so that the lights will then be flush with the ceiling. This will reduce the internal headroom by a minimum of 50mm and will incur an additional cost.

WiFi-enabled heater

All our rooms come with an electric panel heater as standard. Our panel heater is WiFi enabled, which means you can switch it on from the house in advance, so your room is toasty when you’re ready to use it. It can also be connected to your smart speaker. You can upgrade to a programmable heater if you wish.

Underfloor Heating

Underfloor heating is available as an option for your room. Because the rooms are so well insulated, most of our customers find that the panel heater is more than sufficient to keep them warm in the winter (and cool in the summer).

However, you can certainly specify UFH if it is right for your circumstances. We supply UFH with a Wi-Fi thermostat. Please talk to your electrician before deciding as the UFH may impact on the type of cable you need to connect to your main supply.