Probably time for an update...
The wedding was a huge success;
Barn Wedding by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
Wedding barn inside by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
With all that done, I ordered a load of timber and insulation for the internal stud walls and ceiling. 100mm between the rafters, 90mm in external walls and 50mm in internal walls.
Barn insulation by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
External lighting was done - galvanised downlights are on a PIR and the little LEDs in the soffits are part of a deck lighting kit from Screwfix on a timer, to come on in the evenings and mornings.
Barn lights by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
Doors to Garden Room and Workshop were fitted - the workshop has a large double door which opens outwards to prevent any space compromises inside.
Garden Room Door by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
I boarded out half of the space above the garage for storage as we don't have a usable loft in our house. That necessitated a quick staircase - the first time I've made one. It was a pretty enjoyable project, and the first product to leave the workshop.
Stairs by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
I don't seem to have taken any pics of the plasterboarding - I bought a winch lift which was invaluable. I used taper edge plasterboard and taped and skimmed the joints - the finish is perfectly acceptable. Here is Mrs White up the scaffold tower painting in the workshop, while six months pregnant! Loads of sockets as you can see...
Barn painting by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
Lastly, the flooring. I finally settled on Laminate, which was on offer at B&Q for under £9 per square metre. I was worried about reports of it being slippery with sawdust on top - this stuff we have is textured to mimic a grain, and seems pretty good.
Workshop floor by
Scgwhite, on Flickr
I'm hoping to pick up a woodburner this week - just a tiny one to keep the chill off when it's chilly.