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BUILDING INSTALLING & SALE
A summer house or garden shed is a perfect addition to the home. It not only gives you an additional space to spend time with your loved ones but also increases the house resale value. However, planning to build a summer house or garden shed you need to consider some factors first. In this article, all the necessary factors that needed to be considered when building or installing a garden shed or summer house are discussed.
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Before you start building a summer house or garden shed, it is important to check whether you need planning permission. In most cases, garden sheds and summer houses are considered permitted development and do not need planning permission. However, there are some exceptions, so it is always best to check with your local authority before you start building.
Once you have decided to build the summer house and acquired the permission the next thing to consider is the placement of the outbuilding. In simple words, you have to pick the right position in your garden to place the shed. It is important because, while the right placement can enhance the look of your garden, the wrong one would make it bland.
Another important thing to consider when building a summer house in the backyard is the size. The size must be according to the space of your backyard. An approximate distance of 20 meters far from the house requires the size of the sun-room to be not more than 10 square meters. So whether you are building a summer house or a garden shed, be mindful about the size.
Design and structure of the summer house/garden shed are one of the crucial factors. While most people overlook the design selection and go with the most common design – it impacts the overall look of your backyard. You have to carefully select the structure as well as the design according to the space of your backyard.
The durability of the summer house/shed depends on the type and quality of wood. You need to pick a wood type that can withstand the harsh weather conditions. Weather is not the only threat. The wood must also be immune to the attacks of insects and rot. Timber and pressure-treated wood are by far the most durable wood for building a garden shed or summer house.
While the interior decor doesn't really matter in case of a garden shed, it is however important for a summer house. Most people overlook this factor but if you want to add more value to your property then you have to go with the style. By investing a little on the decor of the outbuilding, you can easily increase the resale value of your house. Moreover, it would also add a chic space to spend your evenings in spring or summer days.
