Thanks to technological advances aiding mobile communications and the ever-increasing costs of commuting, many of us are opting to work from home. A self-contained office in the garden provides the perfect environment to do just that.
The downturn in the economy has also played its part in the garden-building boom. Financial uncertainty has resulted in a reluctance to move house, with homeowners choosing to stay put and improve and/or extend properties. In some cases, this has led to the introduction of a garden building, whether used as a garden room, summerhouse or kids’ den.
To get maximum use from a garden building, heating (along with light and power) is a must. If the building isn’t warm and cosy, then it won’t be used, particularly in the colder winter months. This article looks at factors to consider when it comes to heating your garden building.
Insulation is key
Is there adequate insulation? Some, but not all purpose-built garden rooms, are adequately insulated. If you have converted a shed or outbuilding or opted for a lower-cost garden building, then you will probably need to add insulation. Without this, the cost of heating could be expensive.
Add Heating
In order for any garden building to be comfortable and useable (for more than just storage), all year round, it will need to be heated. So what factors should you consider when choosing heating for a garden building, there: heat output, thermostatic control, timer, space, budget and aesthetics.
There are various different heating options too, from electric radiators to flat panel radiators, fan heaters, under-floor heating, wall-hung radiators, decorative radiators, and discreet and seat radiators.
Conclusion
Whatever type of garden room heating you choose, you must ensure that it has the capacity to heat the relevant space. It is important to maximize the power used to efficiently provide heat whilst minimizing energy wastage through the use of good insulation, timers and thermostats.
Bear in mind that these days having a comfortable warm outbuilding doesn’t mean you need to compromise on style with ugly, bulky and/or ineffective heating options. There is now a wide range of stylish, safe yet efficient heating solutions available. For more information on finding the most suitable heating product for your garden building, why not call in at our showroom and speak to our friendly and knowledgeable team?
