Bring your new garden building to life with colour when you choose one of our painted rooms.
Our pre-painted garden rooms give you a selection of beautiful colours that both enhance the aesthetics of your outdoor space and provide additional protection from the changing weather across the seasons.
All buildings include free installation and coloured paint-stain options.
Should I Choose A Pre Painted Garden Room From 1st Choice Leisure Buildings?
Painted garden rooms allow you to immediately match the building with the rest of your garden decor. You save time and effort with buildings that are already painted, with no need to paint them yourself. A colourful garden room can become the focal point of your garden or add some brightness to the space.
Buying a ready-painted garden room from 1st Choice Leisure Buildings offers several advantages that can enhance your outdoor space efficiently. Their pre-painted options save you time and effort, eliminating the need for additional painting and allowing you to enjoy your new building immediately. The quality of materials and craftsmanship ensures durability, making it a long-term investment that you can trust.
With various styles and sizes available, you can find a design that complements your garden aesthetic while providing a functional space for relaxation or work. Additionally, the ready-to-use feature minimises installation hassles, making it an appealing choice for those seeking convenience without compromising quality.
Combine Function and Style
With a painted garden room, you get the best of both worlds regarding functionality and style. They are perfect for your garden if you want more usable space. It gives you extra space you can use as an office, studio, workshop, or any other place you might like. When you choose a painted room, it adds a burst of colour to your garden, too. It will look stunning as soon as it’s installed, and the protective coating of the paint will also ensure it is shielded from the elements immediately.
Most of our buildings can be pre-treated in a range of colours to brighten up your garden. The products we sell are not the ‘cheap and cheerful’ buildings you can buy online made from inferior materials and down to a price. After 45 years in the business, we know what is important in making a quality garden building – one that will last and will look good in your garden.
How about brightening your garden with a pre-painted building? However, ensure you don’t buy a ‘dud’. Do your research and always look at your intended purchase before signing on the ‘dotted line’. Don’t end up in the situation – if only! Visit our show site and see for yourself how good our buildings are. You won’t regret it.
Choosing a Colour for Your Garden Room
A garden office painted in the colour of your choice is a fantastic addition to your garden—but which colour should you choose? We have an array of colours to select from for the best shade. Some of the things you might want to think about when choosing a colour include:
Painting a Garden Room: Should You Do It Yourself?
When you want to paint something, there’s always the question of whether you should go the DIY route. Is it cheap and easy to do it yourself? It’s a job you could tackle on your own, especially if you have some painting experience, but there are advantages to buying a pre-painted garden room, too.
Buy a garden building that’s already painted, and you’ll save yourself a lot of work. Buying paint is unnecessary; you won’t have to get messy completing the job. Moreover, you can see the final result when choosing a painted garden room. If you want to DIY it, you could risk the paint drying in a different shade from what you expected.
Visit Our Showrooms to Choose Your Painted Garden Room
Are Garden Offices Better Than In-home Office Spaces?
If you need a dedicated space to support your WFH lifestyle, deciding between in-house or garden structures is a personal choice. Still, the self-contained nature of a garden office makes it easier to support a work-life balance. Likewise, you will avoid facing the same distractions as working in a busy household or losing a guest room for the office transformation.
Can I Run A Business From A Garden Office?
Running a business from a garden office is viable for many entrepreneurs. With the advancement of technology, remote work is increasingly feasible, making a garden office a practical space to conduct business operations. The key advantages include cost savings, a peaceful work environment, and the opportunity to separate work life from home life. However, it is essential to consider factors such as internet connectivity, utility access, and local regulations before setting up a garden office for business purposes. With careful planning and consideration, running a business from a garden office can be a successful and efficient choice for many entrepreneurs.
Can Neighbours Object To A Garden Room?
Neighbours can object to a garden room if it breaches planning regulations, impacts their privacy, or causes excessive noise or disruption. To avoid potential objections and conflicts in the future, it is advisable to consult with neighbours and local authorities before proceeding with the construction. Prior communication and adherence to relevant guidelines can help mitigate objections from neighbours regarding any installation on your property.
Do I Need Planning Permission For a Garden Building
Yes, you may need planning permission. The need for planning permission depends on the size and location of the building, as well as local regulations. It's important to check with your local planning authority to determine if you need permission before proceeding with the construction. Failure to obtain the necessary planning permission could result in enforcement action, so it's crucial to ensure compliance with regulations before starting the project. Take a look at our planning permission page for more guidance.
Do I Need Planning Permissions?
Usually, garden rooms don't require planning permission as long as they meet specific criteria. This includes being a single story with a maximum height of 2.5 metres and must be located within two metres of a boundary.
However, different restrictions and permissions may be required if your garden room is larger, situated in a protected area or intended for business use.
Essentially, different areas have different requirements in terms of planning permissions, so we recommend checking with your local planning authority or consulting with our experts to ensure that your garden room is in compliance with all regulations.
How Big Can A Garden Room Be Without Planning Permission?
In the UK, a garden room can be up to 50% of the total land area surrounding the original property without requiring planning permission. This means that if you have a 100-square-metre garden, your building can be up to 50 square metres to be considered permissible under the permitted development rules. It's important to note that this percentage may vary depending on specific local regulations, so it's advisable to consult with your local planning authority before proceeding with construction.
How Long Will My Garden Room Office Last
The longevity of a building depends on various factors such as the quality of materials used, the construction process, and the level of maintenance. Typically, a well-constructed and well-maintained garden building can last for several decades. Choosing durable materials and ensuring proper installation can contribute to the longevity of the structure. Additionally, regular inspections and timely repairs can help prolong the lifespan.
How to Insulate a Garden Room?
Insulating a garden room will make it useful all year round and comfortable.
1st Choice Leisure Buildings provides many garden room options that have insulation already included, but if you're looking to enhance or add insulation to a garden room that's already built, here's how to do it:
Roof: Insulate your roof using rigid insulation boards or insulation rolls, making sure to maintain proper ventilation to prevent condensation.
Walls: Install insulation in your walls by adding high-quality insulation boards or rolls within the walls. Make sure that they fit snugly between the timber frames.
Floor: Lay batts or insulation boards under the floor, covering them with a vapour barrier to prevent moisture build-up.
Doors and Windows: The doors and windows are where you may lose the warm or cool air from your garden room, so it's a good idea to prioritise the insulation of doors and windows. Opt for double-glazed windows and insulated doors to minimise heat loss and maintain a consistent temperature.
Is It Worth Building A Garden Office?
Building a garden office can significantly enhance your productivity and work-life balance. By creating a separate workspace away from the distractions of your home, you can focus better and achieve more in less time. A garden office adds value to your property and provides a peaceful environment for meetings or creative thinking. With the rise of remote work, investing in a garden office can be an intelligent decision for long-term flexibility and convenience.
What Are The Building Rules For A Garden Room?
When building a garden room, ensure compliance with local regulations regarding size, height, distance from property lines, and applicable permits. Consider the impact on neighbours and the environment, adhering to any restrictions. Use quality materials and construction methods to ensure durability and safety. Seek professional advice, if needed, to guarantee compliance with relevant planning restrictions and avoid potential issues in the future.
What Base Is Required For These Buildings
The best base is a solid concrete foundation. Concrete provides a stable and durable base that can support the weight of the structure and withstand changes in weather and ground conditions. It also helps to prevent moisture from seeping into the garden building, ensuring a longer lifespan. Additionally, a concrete base can be levelled accurately to ensure the room sits evenly, which is important for the structural integrity and aesthetics of the building. Overall, a concrete base is a good option for a garden room due to its strength, stability, and longevity. We can help with this so please ask about concrete or timber subframe options.
What is a Garden Room?
A garden room is a standalone structure designed to be positioned in a residential garden. It provides additional living or storage space that seamlessly blends the indoors with the outdoors.
A garden room is versatile, providing plenty of options for how you'd like to use the space.
Whether you need a home office, a gym, a games room or a tranquil retreat, a garden room offers a stylish and functional extension of your home.
At 1st Choice Leisure Buildings, we can build and install garden rooms for you that are crafted with premium materials, insulated for year-round comfort, and customised to meet your specific functional and aesthetic needs.
Why Choose 1st Choice Leisure Buildings?
1st Choice Leisure Buildings offers the perfect design, functionality, and quality combination.
Established in 1979 with nearly 50 years of experience, our family-run business is dedicated to helping homeowners transform their outdoor spaces with bespoke garden rooms, summerhouses or offices - whatever it is you may be looking for.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to customer satisfaction. We provide free delivery * in the UK and an assembly service.
With our extensive experience and range of premium products, choosing 1st Choice Leisure Buildings means investing in a space that enhances your lifestyle and adds value to your home.
Why Not Consider A Multi-Purpose Garden Building With Additional Room?
All of our Royal, Regent, Platinum and Diamond Buildings are available with an extra room to suit you. Whether it's at the back, the side or accessed from the front, we can make a garden building combo for you. Don't compromise on what you would like to meet your requirements. Contact us NOW and chat through your needs or visit us and see examples for yourself. Free assembly on all garden buildings as standard.
Why Should I Buy A Ready Insulated Garden Room or Office
Insulating a building involves installing insulation materials in the walls, floor, and roof to regulate temperature and create a comfortable environment. Common insulation materials include fibreglass, mineral wool, and rigid foam boards. It is important to seal any gaps or cracks to prevent heat loss and ensure the insulation is effective. Additionally, using double-glazed windows and insulated doors can further enhance energy efficiency. Proper insulation not only helps to maintain a consistent temperature but also minimises energy costs. 1st Choice's Platinum Fleet and Odiham buildings as well as all the Regent and Royal buildings are fully insulated as standard.
Will I Be Warm Enough In The Winter And Cool Enough In The Summer?
Our Royal and Regent garden rooms are completely insulated and can be comfortably used all year round. The design and construction of our buildings help to maximise energy efficiency. The warmth of it will also depend on its location and the amount of sunlight it receives.
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