Garage Conversion

[DarrenHW]

Yeah, concrete's daunting, but it's really just one big effort then a few hours hanging about waiting for it to turn. IMHO a far better solution than timber regardless of sonics.

I would really look at installing weep vents before proceeding with the studs. I know I'm like a scratched record, but they're easy to install, cheap and provide an exit for any water that materialises, either through rain penetration or condensation https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brick-Wee...QOCBgo7zWnTyZw

I take it you'll be installing a dedicated electrical circuit for the HiFi? Again, I'd highly recommend starting a new thread for input from those far more knowledgeable than me. My advice would be to install a Radial over a Ring, terminate to one point and star out from there and do whatever you legally can to avoid fuses.

For me installing a dedicated Ring was a step up, converting it to a Radial was another, but doing away with 3 Pin fused plugs was a revelation! If you look at the links below you'll see it doesn't need to be expensive and your spark will genuinely love wiring them. You will have to manufacture your own mains cables but it's not difficult, it's very cost effective and with these bad boys the world's your oyster when it comes to wire choice.

https://www.screwfix.com/p/abb-panel...-6h-ip44/6890f

https://www.screwfix.com/p/abb-strai...-6h-ip44/3967x

[glenann]

It's been a learning experience, but I'm enjoying it so far! Did this all on my own, so please bear that in mind..

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[Macca]

Coming along nicely. This is going to turn out pretty good from the look of it so far.

[glenann]

Coming along nicely. This is going to turn out pretty good from the look of it so far.

Thank you Macca, appreciate that..

[glenann]

Just another question everyone. It was mentioned earlier to use 9mm ply on the studs as a base layer instead of plasterboard. Then a layer of plasterboard on top. Firstly, would it be ok to use 9mm OSB instead as a base layer, then put plasterboard on top of that? If so would it need to be acoustic 12.5mm plasterboard or would standard 9.5mm do as the second/top layer? Also would a standard non-setting mastic need to be applied between the two layers, or could I get away with just putting them together, given their differing resonating properties? I would seal all joints of the OSB and finish all the gaps with Acoustic Sealant.

Appreciate any comments

Cheers

[glenann]

Also, I forgot to say, I would lap all joints as suggested too.

The first fix electrics went in yesterday. I also ordered the Heat Recovery unit. Next week, as I'm away this weekend, I'm going to order the rest of the needed materials, so any input with the above questions would be most welcome...

Thanks again all.

[glenann]

So after a weekend of food poisoning, I managed to take delivery of the insulation and remaining plasterboards. So did a little, whilst running on empty! What a nightmare!

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[RobbieGong]

Coming along nicely Glen, but dont rush in after food poisoning, you'll be a bit wiped out so rest up a few days at least fella

[glenann]

Coming along nicely Glen, but dont rush in after food poisoning, you'll be a bit wiped out so rest up a few days at least fella

Thanks Rob, appreciate that. I've been in bed from Friday to Monday and only took it really easy today.. with a good sleep in between! It did properly wipe me out though. That's it now until the weekend, but every little helps.

[glenann]

So just a little update. Progress is being made, albeit slower than I would like!
This is the OSb layer attached and sealed..

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Then a layer of Acoustic plasterboard..

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And for now the resilient channels and insulation all done. Finishing the ceiling on Wednesday, with a double layer of Plasterboard. Just need a plasterer and hopefully it'll nearly be done!

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