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Small workshop

  • 19-12-2014 8:20pm
    #1
    Keeks
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,199 ✭✭✭


    I would like to build a small workshop. Something possibly 4m x 3m with a flat roof. Nothing fancy.

    Could it be build with 4in standard blocks or would they need to be layed on flat?


Comments

  • #2
    sky6
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,445 ✭✭✭sky6


    Yes, But a better job would be to build it 4 inch leaf with a 100 to 150 mm cavity between each leaf. It will make it a lot warmer in the Winter Months. You can then get the cavity pumped for even better insulation at a later date if needed.


  • #3
    kellymick39
    Site Banned Posts: 180 ✭✭kellymick39


    sky6 wrote: »
    Yes, But a better job would be to build it 4 inch leaf with a 100 to 150 mm cavity between each leaf. It will make it a lot warmer in the Winter Months. You can then get the cavity pumped for even better insulation at a later date if needed.

    +1
    This is the way to go if you want a dry workshop with no damp in it and you dont want things to rust up due to moisture and damp buildup.


  • #4
    slimjimmc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,786 ✭✭✭slimjimmc


    How about making a timber frame structure with 2x4, sheet with OSB, wrap in moisture barrier and clad it with PVC coated steel cladding. You could easily stuff insulation wool/board between frame sections (walls and roof) and can clad inside with insulated plasterboard. If you like you can get steel cladding which comes with a backing of foam insulation for additional cosiness.


  • #5
    gutteruu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,064 ✭✭✭gutteruu


    slimjimmc wrote: »
    If you like you can get steel cladding which comes with a backing of foam insulation for additional cosiness.

    Mad expensive though. I built 3 walls of my shed cavity block. The fourth wall the way you said with a stud frame and insulation. That one wall cost me an absolute fortune in comparison.

    If I was to do it again, I would cavity block the whole thing, wrap in "tyvek" and cosyboard the inside. Strong for shelves/weather, cheap ish, looks good and warm.


  • #6
    Keeks
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,199 ✭✭✭Keeks


    kellymick39 wrote: »
    +1
    This is the way to go if you want a dry workshop with no damp in it and you dont want things to rust up due to moisture and damp buildup.

    When I was thinking about this I was wondering why I would build a cavity, and this is probably the best reason.....Cheers


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  • #7
    sky6
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,445 ✭✭✭sky6


    Just make sure to get the detail right, And don't forget the tray damp course. Don't start until you have it all worked out. That way it will go up quicker with no mistakes.


  • #8
    M.T.D
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 396 ✭✭M.T.D


    Have you looked at timber cabins. 44mm walls with under floor and roof insulation.
    Durable easy to heat, the kits come complete with double glazed door and windows.
    No problem with damp or condensation.
    Once your base is down you can have a finished ready to use room in a couple of days.


  • #9
    ponddigger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 406 ✭✭ponddigger


    little stove would keep the shed nice and dry


  • #10
    catastrophy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 378 ✭✭catastrophy


    ponddigger wrote: »
    little stove would keep the shed nice and dry

    God that's hideous.

    I'd have to recommend a block built structure if you want a dry comfortable workshop.


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