Choosing not to insulate?

[CrawfW]

(Not sure if this is the right section!!)

As discussed in another thread, I am building a 30m2 garden office. Assuming I figure out how to build the floor, this question is about not bothering to insulate it.

I appreciate the implications this has for subsequent building regulations approval, but in-terms of heat-loss it should only be worth 15% of the total.

The key reasons for skipping insulation are:

1. We are pretty isolated in the country, surrounded by farmland – our garden is a riot of mice, rats and – my particular favourite – snakes. Putting less stuffing down there means less to eat or reside in.


2. Knowing that everything takes longer than planned, I am worried that fibre will get wet in the time it takes me to get the roof on.

Am I completely nuts (in relation to these ideas)?

 

[Nakajo]

Yes. You are completely nuts. I have an insulated garden office. It is properly built, with no rats, mice, or snakes (although there is a cat that sunbathes on the Velux). It costs pennies to heat, and is used throughout winter.

 

[DevilDamo]

So in other words, you’re really looking at building a shed or garage/store due to the lack of insulation?

 

[frutbunn]

Assuming the building is exempt from B regs, ie under 30 sq m etc, do what you want.

 

[^woody^]

Complete fruit and nut case