Adding breathable membrane and timber battens to DIY garden room

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In this short video I show you the simple process of adding a breathable membrane and timber battens to the outside of a garden room.
This includes rolling and stapling the breathable membrane to create a continuous waterproof barrier. The process is a straightforward and can be completed within 20-30 minutes, even when working alone.
Following the membrane installation, we move on to the installation of timber battens. This includes practical tips such as cutting multiple battens at once for efficiency. I also discuss the importance of sure the battens align with the door edge and internal studs for maximum strength and structural integrity.
I use a nail gun to fix the timber but they can be screwed. You can see the exact nail gun I am using here: amzn.to/46KG6Q6

[@thediyfix]

For a full breakdown of DIY garden room costs click here: thediyfix.com/garden-room-materials-download/
Also, would anyone like plans? If enough people ask in the comments, I will create detailed garden room plans to follow and build your own.

[@BlueVelvetBear]

Top time-saving tip that sawing off of the horizontals at the end, saves tonnes of measurements

[@thediyfix]

Yeah keep it simple mate ;)

[@aesopshair6690]

Thanks for these videos, you've done a great job documenting and explaining - on a par with Ali Dymock for clarity. 👍👍

[@thediyfix]

Thanks, glad it was helpful

[@andrewrowland9095]

Thanks - great video.
I'm thinking of doing similar with SIPs. Given British weather, where in your build design do you consider the structure weather proof? Do you need the cladding fitted to be water tight or is the breathable membrane enough to stop any damp. I suspect SIPs are more susceptible to getting wet than the OSB in yours? I'll also need advice from the SIPs folks as to whether I need any more support than the SIPs themselves for a roof.

[@thediyfix]

The cladding is needed

[@TheNorthernmunky]

Very good job

[@thediyfix]

Thanks mate

[@byrne1916]

What gauge dpm is that?

[@rjdek]

Would one layer of battens either vertical or horizontal be sufficient?

[@thediyfix]

potentially you could have one layer of battens if they are verticle and your cladding is horizontal.
In my build the vertical battens allow you to run wires behind the horizontal battens and then cladding can be fixed vertically.
I hope that makes sense

[@BlueVelvetBear]

Make sure you maintain a nice 25-50mm airgap behind cladding

[@mattburrow7735]

Hi, what dimensions are the battons?

[@thediyfix]

They are treated battens. 38x19mm

[@BlueVelvetBear]

Whatever size battens you use, ensure they are treated obviously and ensure your airgap behind cladding is minimal 25mm, better for 50mm.

[@mattburrow7735]

hi, where did you get the breathable membrane? Does it need to be added to the floor also?

[@thediyfix]

I believe I got the membrane from Wickes. It was much better quality than the one at Screwfix. I didnt add it to the floor just walls and ceiling