joycey

Thanks for the welcome i will try and get some plans posted but it’s really a simple extension. Nothing fancy just single storey rectangle with a 5m of bi fold door and a roof light. there is just so many options available I will stick with some reading and research on the forum and then check back if (when) I have more questions or I am any nearer to making a decision thanks

Hi thanks for the reply, the type of construction will not change the outside appearance as this is currently shown as rendered and clad and no matter what build method i use the outside finish will be the same, there is no change of use for the space. But if i did go down the ICF route the likely wall thickness would change, and i want to maintain the flush internal wall so the external dimension may increase (slightly). whats tempting me towards ICF+SIPS route? good question. I guess its just that i want it to be different and i want to use new(ish) methods and if possible i want to be part of the build and do some myself, also a quick construction with limited wet trades on site is a bonus, and the sound attenuation of the ICF is appealing. but ultimately the biggest factor will be is ICF an affordable method.

Hi all, just introducing myself, i'm joycey and currently have plans approved for a single storey extension approx 5m x 7m. i have been reading up on various forums and before i ask any daft question will continue with a little more research on options available. The couple of builders i have spoken to have both lent towards a standard TF construction and said it would be the most economical to build. However, after visiting a home renovation show i am leaning towards and ICF wall construction with a SIPS roof but ultimately dependent on costs. I will continue to do some more research, but in the meantime i have one question. my planning drawings submitted and approved for a permitted development was based on a timber frame, if i now changed this to ICF construction would i need to go back to the beginning and re apply or is this seen as a material change only? thanks joycey