DIY Builds
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You will need to gain a building control completion certificate from your local council which you will only qualify for if everything is up to standard.
Unlike wood and metal, Keter sheds don't need any maintenance to keep its quality. It's also fadeproof because the colour is already mixed into the...
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We have not been brave enough with our new shed, but you can cut it, drill into it and paint it as we mentioned. Not bad for a plastic shed!
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We often get asked by future clients what the most popular home extensions in London are. As architects in London, we feel qualified to say, in our experience, installing a downstairs toilet or cloakroom is something many homeowners consider doing (as well as the usual wanting a bigger kitchen and living area.) Creating an extra toilet or bathroom in your home could cost you between £2,500 and £4000, but in the long run could potentially add around 5% onto the value of your home, so is an excellent investment to think about if you may be looking to sell your property further down the line. So we have rounded up the most common questions we get asked and answered them for you in one handy place.
"It definitely needs its own consumer unit In the shed to supply the sockets. It should be taken on its own supply from the house consumer unit in...
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These are! They guide you every step of the way to complete your dream shed.
Learn More »Usually, adding a downstairs toilet to your home does not require planning permission, unless it is part of a larger extension. This does vary depending on where you live, whether your property is within a conservation area or is of historical significance. Speak to your planning consultants and they can advise you on where you stand with planning permissions. Your new toilet will have to adhere to building regulations. These are in place to ensure that anything to do with your new room such as plumbing, drainage or ventilation are installed correctly. If they are not you will have problems in the future, not just in the function of your new toilet but when it comes to sell the property on. You will need to gain a building control completion certificate from your local council which you will only qualify for if everything is up to standard. It is always best to have a planning consultant on board who can discuss what will apply to you, not all properties will have the same regulations and regulations can change so having someone on hand who is up-to-date with the latest restrictions put in place by the council will make your life much easier. All of Extension Architect’s London based architects are able to not only design your downstairs toilet but manage the planning application and building regulations too. Have a look here for more info. Some London councils may require a downstairs WC be large enough to accommodate someone in a wheelchair. Others may state that the toilet door cannot open directly into your living area or kitchen; even if this is not an issue for the building regulations, it is worth noting that many people would not like this arrangement and it may affect the potential value it could add to your home, so its best avoiding if you can. To prevent damp and mould accumulation in your new bathroom or toilet you should have adequate ventilation installed. To meet the building regulations, you should have either an extractor fan that can remove 15 litres of moisture from the air per minute or a window which can be opened more than 15 degrees. If you can it is a good idea to install both. Damp and mould not only looks and smells awful, but it can damage your health.
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With that in mind, building a “shedcation” can be a great option if you want to become an Airbnb host. It is a great way to make extra money,...
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