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Those recaps videos are so important. Thanks for making one and being honest!!!

Absolutely fantastic video and so concise for the amount of info within. Your original series was what inspired me to pull my finger out and do my own. 👍

I left a comment earlier. I watched the entire series while you were building and was proud of your achievement and how you pushed through until the end. This video is also wonderful and so useful to those thinking of building themselves. Very nicely done.

I built my workshop a few years back. No rear access but I got in a company that mixed concrete on site & a concrete pump. It made for a really easy base to start from. It may not be the cheapest option but does save you a lot of time and you don't need to drag all of the materials through the house (at least for the slab) I had help from my wife & three kids on the build so it made for a great family experience, it also made it a lot easier getting that first framed wall up 🙂 4x2 walls with 50mm EPS as insulation (I also use that same insulation for the roof) 12mm OSB for the internal walls, 18MM OSB for the roof (I'm a big lad and had to walk on it to put the felt on) and Tyvek, more OSB & then shiplap for the outside. The doors are the same construction as the walls (2 x 3' doors) and finished (a year later) with a small porch so that I don;t get soaked when I open up and it's bucketing down with rain. Apart from the base, the only other thing that I had pro help with was the electrics. It was a long run from the fuse board to the workshop through a maze of pipework from a previous extension (if they damage the pipework then it's on them to fix it) and I wanted to ensure that I didn't stuff it up and burn down my nice new workshop. It is a great feeling to accomplish something like this and, if budget allows, I would definitely recommend giving it a go. My budget was helped greatly as I worked for a builders merchant at the time so got staff discount on most of the materials used for the build.

You’ve done a really awesome job building as well as documenting your successes and opportunities for improvement. It’s very encouraging to see the before and after functionality. I watch a ton of makers on YouTube and your videos are some of my favorites. Keep up the good work. Thanks for your effort.

Again massive respect for taking on that project by yourself. And thanks for sharing the mistakes so others can avoid them and tips so we can use them.

it must feel great to have that space, and made it ENTIRELY by yourself. Well done.

Great catch-up. Completely agree about the impact driver. Brought my first one last year from Screwfix when they did the bare DeWalt one for less than half price at £50 and now I wouldn't be without it 😄

Mark, I really enjoy your channel and look forward to seeing any new video you post. I had a similar experience, building a 8’ x 6’ garden shed for yard tool and garden supplies storage. I went through all the same thoughts and decisions you did, and the same process of questioning and second-guessing my decisions. Fortunately, I had my adult Son helping me and your point about getting assistance is spot-on! You have one of the most relatable YouTube channels on crafts and woodworking. Keep it up! Looking forward to seeing the next video!

A huge project. Even bigger when you factor in how you had to get materials in and out. Good job!! So glad you escaped serious injury. You worried me more than once watching this build.

ive been quoted under 40k for a design i made of around 42m2,, with all the power points, cladding, insulation etc soo that seems like a similar price but with the labour and shipping etc included here

My brain says YAH Let's do this!!! My wallet and body are Yah right M8. And Council property limits and restrictions. Thanks Mark, I'll have to live vicariously through your shop and videos. And my pop-up gazabo. Take care & stay safe.

I’m on a similar journey as you. I do not try to do videos professionally as you but I also have build a garden room which is 2/3s office and 1/3 my workshop. And documented it on my channel. What I’d like is for people to find the inspiration and courage to do woodworking with limited budget and space. And everything I learned on how to do it is from youtube. Same as you 👍

Fascinating video mark - nearly dropped my tea when you mentioned the cost of the screws!!! I’m sure the cost in the end was worth the experience gained, and the workshop looks amazing!

Thank you!! This is exactly what I'm facing living on a terraced house on a main road with not much front space. Just seen a house down the road where they stack 4 of those jumbo bags of sand one on top of the other 2 x 2. They'll gonna need a ladder to access it 😅 Commenting so I'll watch in full this weekend.

Nice video, Mark. I'm so pleased I'm not the only one who tries to cut corners by working around materials.😂 You're absolutely right, though. Clear the decks first. It makes a huge difference.

Super useful video Mark and perfect timing! I'm planning my workshop build and this has given me some very useful pointers :D

I built a nearly exact size one for a neighbour, had a minidigger to take off topsoil so that was handy , and i had access at side of house, didn't put a solid base in, just laid concrete block on their flat side in a grid pattern on hard core on a bed of mortar, then attached floor deck to that. used tin cladding outside so it looks more utilitarian, and insulated panels for the roof, works out a bit cheaper than your roof cos you don't need timber, seperate insulation, rubber , etc, plus they go on really quickly. Got second hand pvc windows and door for 100 quid. Insulated walls and floor and ply lined. Total cost was around 4 800 excl labour. No electric fitted yet but planned for future. That was 3 years ago? Prob cost nearer 6 grand today with price of materials.

I went through the same journey 3 years ago. Although my circumstances were completely different, the approach was quite similar. Can’t imagine having to carry everything through the house like that, that was wild! Happy for you that the project is done, but also kind of sad the video series is ending!