If you are thinking about building a garden room in Newcastle, you will already know that there are many decisions you have to make. Most people start with the main ones, like size, insulation, glazing, doors and how they will use the room every day. Compared to those, a roof overhang can look like a fairly minor detail. So, should you add one to your garden room?
A roof overhang sticks out past the wall of the building, creating a small canopy. Even a small overhang can change the overall look of a garden room. It adds shape and depth to the front and keeps the building from looking too flat or boxy.
For many homeowners, this is a big deal. Most people do not want their garden room to look like a shed with better insulation. They want it to feel like a thoughtfully designed space that complements the rest of the home. A roof overhang is one of those simple design features that can help you do that without changing the whole build.
A roof overhang can protect the front of the building from rain, especially around the entrance, door frame and threshold.
If you use the room as a home office, gym or studio, it is nice to have a little shelter when you go in and out. It can also help keep rain off the front glazing and make the entrance feel less exposed in bad weather.
A roof overhang can also make the inside of the room more comfortable. If the front of the building has large windows or glazed doors, the overhang can reduce glare and soften strong direct sunlight.
It does not replace good insulation or ventilation. And it will not fully stop a room from getting too warm in summer if the design has not been planned properly. But it can still help make the room more comfortable and more enjoyable to use in different conditions.
A roof overhang gives your garden room more presence by improving its proportions and making the structure look more solid. You will find this useful if you want the garden room to be a prominent feature in the garden.
Of course, a roof overhang is not always the best option. If your garden is small, there may already be limited space around the building. In that case, a simpler roofline can be more practical. The same is true if the building needs to go close to a fence, boundary, path or another feature.
The budget is another thing to think about. If you are trying to keep costs focused on essentials, you will want to prioritise insulation, glazing, electrics, heating, etc.
If you are looking at garden rooms in Newcastle, Woodcraft UK can help. We design and build bespoke garden rooms and give practical advice on everything from layout and glazing to finishing touches like roof overhangs. Call 01429 866559 to discuss your plans or get in touch online to request a quote or arrange a site survey.
