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There will be an outbreak of shed envy !
Looks great.
Looks great.
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Love it Rik. Great shed and one that will be well used I am sure, especially when you get a pot belly stove in to keep your cockles nice and warm...
ROD
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Life is so easy when I run my trains.
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https://www.youtube.com/@fairywoodlightrailway
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Ooohhhhh, vicar...........! (to quote Dick Emery et al).
Rik
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You are certainly a man of many talents. Looks took good for a train workshop.
Greg from downunder.
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That does look good Rik, you have done well given the recent weather!
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That looks great. Will you leave the weatherboard 'au naturel' or are you going to use a coloured preservative?
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Trying to decide. I quite like the natural look and so may just treat it with preservative. All the timber is pressure treated, but I don't imagine an extra dose of Ronseal or something similar will go amiss.
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That looks a first class job of construction Rik, one which will give you years of useful service.
As you know, I have had my shed(s) in operation for some years now and many additions have been made to make life easier and more user-friendly. You might not think some are necessary or apply to you, but time will tell.
Firstly, I also covered the roof with felt as you have. The location of my shed is open to strong winds and driving rain which soon sorted out the inadequacies of the material, so a metal, box section, roofing sheet has now been added.... I found that when I wanted to open my shed in the rain I was getting wet whilst opening the lock, (we need to look after ourselves at our age), so I built a porch as protection against the elements. It also makes a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the view..... When you visit your shed with a cup of tea/coffee in one hand and that new kit which just arrived in the post in the other, what you need is a shelf by the door.... This also doubles as a wood store for my multi-fuel burner.
As for timber protection, your pressure treated timber should be fine for a while, although it should dry thoroughly before applying another coat of sealant. I use a coloured wood preservative with wax additive which remains flexible as the timber expands and contracts. I have doubts about products which form a hard skin as they can crack to allow water in, but hold it and not allow it to dry out naturally.
All of these things have been useful in my circumstance and may not be suitable for your needs, however, I have learned from my own experience which I gladly pass on to you.
As you know, I have had my shed(s) in operation for some years now and many additions have been made to make life easier and more user-friendly. You might not think some are necessary or apply to you, but time will tell.
Firstly, I also covered the roof with felt as you have. The location of my shed is open to strong winds and driving rain which soon sorted out the inadequacies of the material, so a metal, box section, roofing sheet has now been added.... I found that when I wanted to open my shed in the rain I was getting wet whilst opening the lock, (we need to look after ourselves at our age), so I built a porch as protection against the elements. It also makes a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the view..... When you visit your shed with a cup of tea/coffee in one hand and that new kit which just arrived in the post in the other, what you need is a shelf by the door.... This also doubles as a wood store for my multi-fuel burner.
As for timber protection, your pressure treated timber should be fine for a while, although it should dry thoroughly before applying another coat of sealant. I use a coloured wood preservative with wax additive which remains flexible as the timber expands and contracts. I have doubts about products which form a hard skin as they can crack to allow water in, but hold it and not allow it to dry out naturally.
All of these things have been useful in my circumstance and may not be suitable for your needs, however, I have learned from my own experience which I gladly pass on to you.
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Some excellent advice there Peter. Do I notice double glazing also and are they from a caravan...
ROD
Life is so easy when I run my trains.
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https://www.youtube.com/@fairywoodlightrailway
Life is so easy when I run my trains.
https://gardenrails.org/forum/viewtopic ... 41&t=11364
https://www.youtube.com/@fairywoodlightrailway
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Rod, glazing isn't from a caravan, although I have been a caravan technician towards the end of my career and never thought about it then!
Neither are they double glazed as they are safety glass shower screens, from the time I spent as Showroom Manager in a plumbers' merchant!
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Useful tips, thanks, Peter.
I've already got plans for a verandah with some decking. However, that will have to wait for funds to replenish. I like the idea of a shelf and wood store. I don't remember seeing your multifuel stove - but then I've not visited you during the winter months.
Rik
I've already got plans for a verandah with some decking. However, that will have to wait for funds to replenish. I like the idea of a shelf and wood store. I don't remember seeing your multifuel stove - but then I've not visited you during the winter months.
Rik
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You wouldn't have seen the stove when you called Rik, it is in my 'Hospitality Shed' which was just a junk store at the time! I prepared it especially for guests who attend my open days due to the unpredictable weather here in Wales.
It has already proved its worth during the last two events and provided seating and eating space for those who prefer to socialise.
It has already proved its worth during the last two events and provided seating and eating space for those who prefer to socialise.
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Isn't great when you can use things that you wouldn't think they are any good for anything else.
Brilliant use there Peter.
Brilliant use there Peter.
ROD
Life is so easy when I run my trains.
https://gardenrails.org/forum/viewtopic ... 41&t=11364
https://www.youtube.com/@fairywoodlightrailway
Life is so easy when I run my trains.
https://gardenrails.org/forum/viewtopic ... 41&t=11364
https://www.youtube.com/@fairywoodlightrailway
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I was on about the windows by the way....
But the rest of what you have done is just beyond words....
The only thing I don't see though is a bar...
But the rest of what you have done is just beyond words....
The only thing I don't see though is a bar...
ROD
Life is so easy when I run my trains.
https://gardenrails.org/forum/viewtopic ... 41&t=11364
https://www.youtube.com/@fairywoodlightrailway
Life is so easy when I run my trains.
https://gardenrails.org/forum/viewtopic ... 41&t=11364
https://www.youtube.com/@fairywoodlightrailway
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Wow! Now that does look hospitable! Love the pot bellied stove!
Rik
Rik
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Your shed's progressed at a very impressive pace Rik - faster than some of your foamboard creations! It looks great too, congratulations!
All the best,
Andrew.
All the best,
Andrew.
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Now working on the interior. Funny you should mention foamboard, Andrew.....
The insulation I'm using is a sort of foamboard - foam between layers of foil. Not cheap but as my missus says, you're only going to do it once (unless of course I have a cunning plan!).
This is then clad with more OSB (Oriented Strand Board) - a cross between plywood and chipboard. .
Have now finished doing the cladding so am installing the electrical fittings - sockets, switches, lighting etc.
Rik
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The insulation I'm using is a sort of foamboard - foam between layers of foil. Not cheap but as my missus says, you're only going to do it once (unless of course I have a cunning plan!).
This is then clad with more OSB (Oriented Strand Board) - a cross between plywood and chipboard. .
Have now finished doing the cladding so am installing the electrical fittings - sockets, switches, lighting etc.
Rik
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Great progress Rik, and well timed to be working on the inside.
You must have worked out in advance where you want to site everything and fitted ample power points in strategic places.... something I couldn't do as I tend to work organically as times, and temperament, change.
Interested in the high level power leads.....?
You must have worked out in advance where you want to site everything and fitted ample power points in strategic places.... something I couldn't do as I tend to work organically as times, and temperament, change.
Interested in the high level power leads.....?
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For wall mounted spotlights (thanks to IKEA) over the workbench. These days I need a lot of light when working on small details ..... or maybe I need new glasses? The ones midway up the wall will be for double sockets just above the workbench so I don't have to scrabble about on my knees to plug in a soldering iron or mini drill.
Rik
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