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Choosing a garden building is an investment, so it's important to buy from a company you can rely on. At 1st Choice Leisure Buildings, we've been helping customers find the right garden sheds, summerhouses, log cabins, garden offices and workshops
since 1979 when
Robin Antill opened the doors. As a
family-run business, we believe in offering honest advice rather than a hard sell. We take the time to understand what you need and help you choose a building that suits your garden, your budget and the way you plan to use it.
Our approach is reflected in our
4.9 Trustpilot rating, where customers regularly mention our friendly, helpful service. We only work with manufacturers we trust, selecting buildings that offer good quality, durability and value for money. Most are made from
FSC®-certified timber and built to cope with the British weather. If you'd rather see a building before you buy, you're welcome to visit one of the
UK's largest garden building display sites. 1st Choice – Known For Quality – Loved For Design - Since 1979
Being able to compare different models and talk things through with our experienced team helps many customers make the right decision. Since 1979, we've supplied over 50,000 buildings across the UK, building our reputation on quality products, straightforward advice and customer service you can depend on. We are always available to meet your needs or requirements so
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We live quite far away; is it really worth visiting our show rooms? Absolutely!
We strongly urge anyone looking for a new building – whether it's a new garden shed, summerhouse, workshop, garage, or a full garden room – to
visit and inspect the quality in person before committing to any purchase.
Seeing the craftsmanship, materials and finishes for yourself is the best way to make a confident and informed decision.
Whilst we cannot display everything we offer, we have carefully selected around 80 different buildings that allow us to demonstrate almost every feature, design option, and construction detail in one form or another.
This allows you to compare styles, sizes and specifications, ask any questions you may have, and find the building that best suits your needs.
So, yes, it is absolutely worth visiting.
Click here to see what buildings on display. If you are unsure then
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Discover our range of painted garden rooms, available in traditional and contemporary styles for use as garden offices, studios, hobby rooms and relaxing spaces.
Our painted timber garden rooms are available in a wide choice of sizes, designs and colour finishes, with options including double glazing, insulation and bespoke specifications. Selected models can be configured for comfortable year-round use.
With free installation on many models, professional advice and garden buildings on display at our Surrey show centre, 1st Choice Leisure Buildings can help you choose a garden room to suit your home, garden and intended use.
Painted Garden Rooms at a Glance
Styles: Traditional and contemporary garden rooms. –
Uses: Garden offices, studios, hobby rooms, leisure rooms and garden retreats. –
Paint finish: Available in a choice of exterior colours to suit your garden. –
Sizes: A good range of standard sizes is available, with made-to-measure options on selected models. –
Glazing: Choose from a range of glazing options, including double glazing for extra warmth and comfort. –
Insulation: Insulated garden rooms available for more comfortable year-round use. –
Installation: Free installation included on many models. –
Customisation: Choice of sizes, colours and specifications depending on model. –
See before you buy: Painted garden rooms can be viewed at our Surrey garden building display centre. –
Experience: 1st Choice Leisure Buildings has supplied garden buildings since 1979. –
Important: Paint finishes, insulation, glazing and other specifications vary between individual garden room ranges. Check the specification and available options on the product page or speak to us before ordering.
What Is a Painted Garden Room?
A painted garden room is a timber garden building supplied with a professionally applied exterior paint finish rather than being delivered as untreated timber.
Choosing a painted finish gives the building an attractive appearance from the outset and removes the need to apply its initial exterior colour yourself.
Depending on the model, you can choose from a selection of colours to complement your garden, home, fencing or other outdoor features.
Painted garden rooms are available for many different uses. A simple model can provide an attractive summer retreat or hobby space, while an insulated and double-glazed garden room can be a better choice for a home office or room intended for regular use throughout the year.
Which Painted Garden Room Should I Choose?
The right garden room depends primarily on how you intend to use it, how often you will use it and the space available in your garden.
For Relaxing and Occasional Use
If you mainly want somewhere to sit, read, entertain or enjoy the garden during warmer months, a straightforward painted timber garden room may be all you need.
Good natural light, attractive glazing and the right position in the garden can be more important than high levels of insulation for occasional seasonal use.
For a Garden Office
If you plan to work from your garden room regularly, consider an insulated garden office with double glazing.
Insulation helps reduce heat loss and temperature fluctuations, while suitable glazing, ventilation and electrical provision can make the building more practical as a working environment. You can also browse our wider range of garden offices and office sheds if working from home is your main requirement.
For Year-Round Use
For frequent use through autumn and winter, choose a model specifically designed with a higher level of thermal performance.
Look at the complete specification rather than insulation alone. Wall, floor and roof construction, glazing and draught control all influence how comfortable a garden room will be in colder weather. Our insulated garden room range is a useful starting point if year-round use is a priority.
For a Hobby Room or Studio
Artists, crafters and hobbyists often benefit from good natural light and sufficient wall and floor space.
Think about where furniture, storage and equipment will go before deciding on the building size. A slightly larger garden room can be considerably more practical once desks, cupboards or workbenches are added.
Compare Our Painted Garden Room Ranges
Not every garden room needs the same specification. Our garden rooms and offices provide different combinations of design, construction, glazing, insulation and customisation.
When comparing painted garden rooms, look at: wall, roof and floor construction; insulation specification; single or double glazing; door and window arrangements; standard and optional sizes; available paint colours; roofing options; installation requirements; and available upgrades and bespoke options.
For regular office or year-round use, thermal performance should normally be a higher priority. For occasional leisure use, appearance, glazing and value may be more important.
If you are unsure which specification you need, contact us and explain how you intend to use the building. We can help you narrow down the most suitable options without paying for features you are unlikely to need.
What Size Painted Garden Room Do I Need?
Choose the size of your garden room by considering both the available garden space and the usable internal space you require.
Before ordering, mark the proposed dimensions on the ground. This gives you a much better idea of the building’s actual footprint and helps you check access around it.
Remember to allow for: door opening and access; nearby fences, trees and shrubs; roof overhangs; maintenance access; the required base; paths and landscaping; and the position of windows relative to your garden and home.
Also plan the interior before settling on a size. Position desks, chairs, sofas, storage or hobby equipment on a simple floor plan.
A garden room that appears large when empty can feel considerably smaller once furnished. If possible, visit our garden building display site in Surrey to experience different building sizes in person before deciding.
Choosing a Colour for Your Garden Room
One of the main advantages of buying a painted garden room is being able to choose a finish that works with its surroundings.
Grey and neutral shades are popular with contemporary gardens and modern homes, while greens and softer natural colours can help a timber building blend into planting and established gardens.
For a more traditional appearance, consider colours that complement existing fences, sheds, summerhouses or exterior joinery.
There is no single best garden room colour. The right choice depends on whether you want the building to become a feature or blend more subtly into the garden.
Colour availability varies between ranges, so check the individual product before deciding.
Are Painted Garden Rooms Suitable for Year-Round Use?
They can be, but a painted exterior does not itself make a garden room suitable for year-round use.
For frequent use during colder months, pay particular attention to insulation, glazing and overall construction.
An insulated garden room with appropriate double glazing will generally retain heat more effectively than a basic uninsulated timber building. You may also need a suitable electrical supply and safe form of heating depending on how you intend to use the room.
If year-round use is important, tell us before ordering so we can help you identify an appropriate specification.
Painted Garden Rooms for Home Offices
A garden office can provide valuable separation between home and work without the disruption of a conventional home extension.
When choosing a painted garden office, consider: sufficient space for your desk, chair and storage; natural light without excessive screen glare; insulation for colder weather; double glazing; ventilation; electrical and internet requirements; security; and where the building will sit in relation to your house.
If you expect to work in the room throughout the year, start with insulated models designed for regular use rather than choosing solely on appearance or price.
Do Painted Garden Rooms Need Planning Permission?
Many garden buildings can be installed without making a planning application because they fall within permitted development rights, but this depends on the property, building dimensions, position and intended use.
Different rules may apply to listed buildings, designated land and properties where permitted development rights have been restricted or removed.
There are also specific requirements concerning factors such as height and proximity to boundaries.
You should therefore check the current requirements that apply to your property before ordering. Read our detailed guide to garden room planning permission for more information, and contact your local planning authority where your circumstances are unclear.
What Base Does a Garden Room Need?
A garden room needs a firm, level and suitable base capable of supporting the building correctly.
The appropriate base can depend on the garden room, its size, site conditions and manufacturer’s installation requirements.
A poor or uneven base can cause problems with doors, windows and the building structure, so base preparation should be considered before delivery rather than afterwards.
Check the base requirements for your chosen model and ask us if you are unsure what preparation is needed.
How Long Does the Paint Finish Last?
The lifespan of an exterior paint finish depends on the coating, exposure, weather conditions and ongoing maintenance.
Even a professionally painted timber garden room will eventually require maintenance. Regularly inspect the exterior and deal with deterioration before exposed timber becomes vulnerable to moisture.
Areas exposed to strong sunlight, prevailing rain or persistent damp may need attention sooner than more sheltered elevations.
Always follow the maintenance recommendations supplied with your particular building and paint system.
Painted Garden Rooms: Common Buying Mistakes
Choosing on Appearance Alone
A garden room may look ideal but have the wrong specification for its intended use. Decide first whether it will be used occasionally, regularly or throughout the year.
Buying Too Small
Allow for furniture, storage and movement inside the room. Marking the dimensions outside and planning the interior can prevent an expensive mistake.
Assuming Painted Means Insulated
Paint protects and decorates the exterior timber. Painting and insulation are separate features. Check the actual construction specification and compare our insulated garden rooms if thermal performance is important.
Ignoring the Base
The base is fundamental to a successful installation. Confirm what is required before delivery.
Forgetting Access
Check how components will reach the installation position, particularly where there are narrow side passages, gateways or restricted access.
Not Checking What the Price Includes
Specifications and optional extras vary between garden room ranges. Check whether your preferred colour finish, glazing, insulation, roofing and other options are included in the displayed price before ordering.
Why Buy a Painted Garden Room From 1st Choice?
1st Choice Leisure Buildings has been supplying garden buildings since 1979.
Buying a garden room is a significant purchase, so you should be able to compare construction, specifications and finishes rather than choosing from photographs alone.
At our Surrey garden building display centre, you can see a large selection of garden buildings and examine features such as timber construction, doors, windows, glazing and finishes for yourself.
Our team can also help you compare the different ranges according to how you intend to use your new room.
Whether you want a compact painted garden retreat, a larger hobby room or an insulated garden office, the aim is to help you choose the right specification rather than simply the most expensive one. Contact our team if you would like help choosing.
Painted Garden Rooms – Frequently Asked Questions
Are painted garden rooms supplied already painted?
Painted models are available with an exterior colour finish, although exactly what is included as standard or offered as an option varies between ranges. Check the individual product specification and selected options to confirm what is included in your quoted price.
Is the paint finish included in the displayed price?
It depends on the shed or building you choose. Some models include the painted finish in the price, while others offer it as an optional extra. If there’s a choice of paint finishes, you’ll see the options on the product page. Just make sure you’ve selected the finish you want before ordering.
Can I choose the colour of my garden room?
Many of our painted garden rooms are available in a choice of exterior colours. The available palette depends on the manufacturer and range.
Can a painted garden room be used as an office?
Yes. Garden rooms are widely used as home offices. If you intend to work in yours regularly throughout the year, consider an insulated model with suitable glazing rather than an uninsulated building intended primarily for seasonal use.
Are painted garden rooms insulated?
Some are, and some are not. Painting relates to the exterior finish and does not indicate whether a building is insulated. Check the wall, roof, floor and glazing specifications of the particular garden room, or browse our dedicated insulated garden rooms.
Can I use a garden room throughout winter?
A suitably specified insulated garden room can be used during winter, although comfort also depends on glazing, heating, ventilation and how the room is used. Choose a model designed for regular year-round use if this is important to you.
Do I need planning permission for a painted garden room?
In many cases, you won’t need planning permission for a garden room, as permitted development rights can cover it. There are a few rules to bear in mind, though, including the height of the building, where it sits in your garden, where you live and what you plan to use it for. It’s always worth checking the rules for your property before you go ahead. You can find more information in our garden room planning permission guide.
Does a garden room need a base?
Yes. Garden rooms require a suitable firm and level base. The precise requirements vary by building and site, so check the manufacturer’s requirements for the model you intend to buy.
How often does a painted garden room need repainting?
There is no universal repainting interval. It depends on the paint system, location, exposure and maintenance. Inspect the building regularly and follow the maintenance instructions supplied with your garden room.
Is installation included?
Installation is included with many of the garden rooms we offer, but this varies by product and may be subject to site and base requirements. Check the individual product page for the installation terms applicable to your chosen building.
Can I have a bespoke painted garden room?
Bespoke sizes, layouts and other alterations are available on selected ranges. Contact us with the dimensions and features you require, and we can advise what can be manufactured.
Can I see the garden rooms before buying?
Yes. You can visit our Surrey display centre to inspect a wide selection of garden buildings before deciding. Seeing a building in person is particularly useful for comparing construction quality, size, glazing and finishes.
Need Help Choosing a Painted Garden Room?
Not sure which painted garden room is right for you? Contact us and tell us how you want to use it, the approximate size available in your garden and whether you need year-round use. Our team can then help you compare the most appropriate ranges and specifications.
Alternatively, visit our Surrey show centre and see garden buildings for yourself before making your decision, or browse our complete range of garden rooms and garden offices.
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