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Convert shed to living space

Simone Flavelle

3 years ago

I have a three bay shed wanting to convert- one bay is a real room as such and the remainder of shed is per normal. Where to start? Can I put windows in before framework, gyprock? Any sites on where to get step by step info- looking to do slowly over 6-8 months.

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oklouise
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
in a similar situation we discovered that it's not legal to convert a shed to living areas unless the original shed was built specifically for the purpose with the floor, walls and roof built to meet A class residential building regulations so we found that is was more cost effective to build an extension so that we now have a small house attached to a big shed but, if you just want to line part of the shed then you'll need some extra wall framing to support the new windows, doors, and gyprock, an electrician to install lights and power, gyprocker to line walls and ceiling and then there will be windows to install, doors to hang, architraves and skirting boards but first check with local council to find out what's legal and you can find step by step procedures on line or at the local library but you'll need extra steel framing and your local steel shed retailers should be able to give you some basic advice and supply the extra framing and recommend a shed erector if you need help with installing the framing but check Gumtree and/or local recycling for second hand windows, doors and recycled kitchen cabinets for storage..
Simone Flavelle
Original Author
3 years ago
Thank you! Where are you located in Australia?
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oklouise
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we live in NSW and i'm aware that some people believe they can use a standard steel shed for living quarters but i'm told that the average steel shed doesn't meet the building requirements for residential buildings.. always check with local council to find out the legal requirements for what you need/want
Simone Flavelle
Original Author
3 years ago
Thank you. We are in Qld

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