Getting your garden room ready for winter

With Autumn well and truly here you might be wondering “will my garden room get cold in the winter?” If you’re worried about braving the elements this year, here are some of the best ways to winter-proof your outdoor room so you can enjoy it regardless of the weather.

Maintaining your garden room

This is a great time to take care of routine maintenance tasks too. General maintenance includes removing leaves from the roof and guttering, and repainting the outdoor walls with a waterproof paint.

If you’ve connected your garden room to a water supply, consider turning off the taps before the first frost sets in. Frozen pipes can easily burst leading to leaks and water damage. When shutting off the water supply make sure the pipes are completely empty of water by opening all the taps until they run dry.

Adding a dehumidifier to your garden room will also keep it free of any damp and mould that can accumulate during the rainy seasons.

Insulating your garden room

Keep your garden room cosy all year round by insulating it. You can insulate the roof, walls, windows, doors and even the floor for maximum heat retention.

The best types of insulation for your wooden garden room are wood wool, mineral wool, or hemp fibre insulation. However, you can also use polystyrene boards to insulate your outdoor room but this is a less ecologically-friendly option and may not be as effective as wool or fibre insulation.

Adding thick, draft-resistant curtains to the windows and draft excluders in front of the doors will go a long way to blocking out the cold too.

Getting Cosy

Leave a portable heater or oil filled radiator in your garden room to give you an extra boost of heat during the winter. You can use timers to ensure the room is at an optimal temperature before you need to use it (perfect if your garden room is a home office!) or to keep it toasty all day long.

Having lots of blankets, throws and fluffy rugs or carpet will also stop you from feeling the chill while spending time in your garden room.

Winter is the perfect season for spending time in your garden room, creating your own comfy retreat and hiding away from the elements. How will you use your garden room this winter?