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Looking to enclose a brick patio to create a workshop as no shed. Thinking perspex over the window holes (keeping wrought iron for security), changing pedestrian gate to an external door. The big opening I'm not sure about. Need a bigger opening to get a motorbike in and out (he's restoring it in this workshop). Maybe a sliding door or 2 opening doors (will need to open inwards due to step)? Hubby also concerned about cold, where we are gets 10c on a winters day. Open to all ideas!
Hello @Tia82
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about enclosing your brick patio.
In order to get a better seal on the windows and any other openings in the patio, I suggest building a timber frame in combination with the Perspex. The timber frame gaps can be filled with self-expanding foam to plug up any leaks. In regards to the front, I recommend building a timber frame and covering it with exterior cladding. I propose using bifold doors for the entrance which will allow you to open it to its maximum opening size. My best advice is to build a small ramp so that any item rolled in can be easily rolled out.
I recommend using the Jumbuck 2000W Black Matte Radiant Patio Heater to combat the cold while working in the patio workshop. I also suggest using Ultimate Flooring 1 x 1m x 10mm Black Home Gym Tile to cover the floor tiles of the patio.
Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1 and @Nailbag for their recommendations.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
