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Cavity Blocks for building shed
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13-02-2011 12:52pm#1Hi folks,
I want to build a shed to house some motorbikes and somewhere I can use as a workshop/man cave
the emphasis on the project is cheap & secure. I was planning to go 12 ft x 16 ft. Now would cavity blocks be ok for the build?
If i insualte the base and roof enough (pent roof) would the cavity blocks be enough. I can always dry line the inside in the future for the cold months :rolleyes: I don't want windows as there will be alot of tools (kettle:p) in shed and the bikes themselves, just secure double doors on the front. the garden walls a brick finish so for the shed was thinkin 4 independent walls with just the brick finish. I won't be hanging anything too heavy on the walls as my workbench will be freestanding.
Thanks, any advice appreciated.0
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sound, is rendering expensive ? and what would be best for roof material, metal cladding, felt or tiles ?
Rendering is just plastering sand, Portland cement, Lime and waterproofing plasticiser. Not expensive.
I did a similar build a few years ago and mirrored the tiles on the house roof with a Velux on each side of the roof (same as you didn't want windows). I was able to do it all myself and materials came in around €1,000 - €1,200
Even though its just a shed planning is key. Before you dig the first sod make sure its big enough nothing worse than finding out the place is too small to work on a bike comfortably unless you put everything else out in the back garden.
Make sure you have sufficient foundations dont be tempted to skimp, seperate electric supply with fuse board in shed so you can split out lights/sockets, proper DPC for base and walls with floor insulation, dry line and roof insulation, good lighting and a big ole armchair preferably a recliner
P.S. intercom or bell so missus can call you is a definate no no 0 -
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thanks for da advice lads, il be on annoying ye as il be starting in next few weeks:o so il put up a shed report. were in da house 5 years now and the day the shovel drops to start the shed project will be a big day
have da stereo and portable telly ready for its new home, must suss where to get a recliner now 0 -
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Hi folks,
I want to build a shed to house some motorbikes and somewhere I can use as a workshop/man cave the emphasis on the project is cheap & secure. I was planning to go 12 ft x 16 ft. Now would cavity blocks be ok for the build?
If i insualte the base and roof enough (pent roof) would the cavity blocks be enough. I can always dry line the inside in the future for the cold months :rolleyes: I don't want windows as there will be alot of tools (kettle:p) in shed and the bikes themselves, just secure double doors on the front. the garden walls a brick finish so for the shed was thinkin 4 independent walls with just the brick finish. I won't be hanging anything too heavy on the walls as my workbench will be freestanding.
Thanks, any advice appreciated.
Tbh, I wouldn't use cavity blocks - if, like me you spend time in the garage (bikes here too ), you want something warm. 9" cavity block is useless. And, you don't want stuff condensating and rusting.
But it's all down to price - if you're not building from a 'warm' material, then build a cavity wall and pump it.
People not in to garages will think that mad - if you spend half as much time in it as I do, you'll want it to be comfortable. My existing garage is in the pic, and it has pump walls and composite panel roof. It's warmer than most houses - and still just about o.k.
Build it once, and build it right.Ode To The Motorist
“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”
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Poor Uncle Tom wrote: »Nice Road King, btw galwaytt, if I'm right you sold it recently?
Noooooooooooooo.....I'd never sell it !! I luv it
I've sold that stupid quad since, though (frickin' chinese junk.......)
Meanwhile, back o/t: my garage space above is 13m x 8m, with a mezzanine over half of it. Was wondering about heating it: is there such a thing as a self-contained heater/blower, unit, kind of like those large ones you'd see in a............furniture shop.........a large 600 x 600 'radiator' w/fan....but with integral heater/burner....?.....but I don't want a separate boiler, piping and tanks. I don't want a kersone blower unit.....(fire risk).Ode To The Motorist
“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”
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Another one I saw so, same pipes, pans and colour.Noooooooooooooo.....I'd never sell it !! I luv it
Not being funny but those are ideal conditions for a stove.I've sold that stupid quad since, though (frickin' chinese junk.......)
Meanwhile, back o/t: my garage space above is 13m x 8m, with a mezzanine over half of it. Was wondering about heating it: is there such a thing as a self-contained heater/blower, unit, kind of like those large ones you'd see in a............furniture shop.........a large 600 x 600 'radiator' w/fan....but with integral heater/burner....?.....but I don't want a separate boiler, piping and tanks. I don't want a kersone blower unit.....(fire risk).0 -
Poor Uncle Tom wrote: »Not being funny but those are ideal conditions for a stove.
...lol.......you can't have a combustible device in a garage with petrol fumes............ymmv and all that !!
Ode To The Motorist
“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”
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