Man Cave - She Shed - Garden Office

Building the Man Cave.
This is a video record of my Garden office / Shed project.
I started it in March 2015 and finally completed it 9 months later in December 2015. I build this in my spare time.
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I managed to get a great deal of the materials second hand or recycled.
Other items I had to buy new, but shopped around on line for the best price.
Please check out my recent videos to see what it is like now and what it is used for.
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The 4 x 2s were from a recycling timber yard in Peckham.
The other items such as the windows and doors and the front maple cladding were second hand from ebay. I had to travel to collect items from all over Surrey, Kent, Hampshire and Buckinghamshire.
Other items I had to buy new, but shopped around on line for the best price.
I did all the work myself apart from the final fix and certification of the electrics. The electrician was Billy Keppel from Keps Electrical.
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0:00 Introduction
0:01 Clearing the garden
0:13 Loads of recycled wood
0:18 and bricks
0:23 Garden cleared and levelled
0:27 Buried treasure
0:33 Levelling the block base
0:50 Black weed control down
0:54 3 x 6 inch sleepers treated and levelled
1:02 Board and insulation
1:18 Insulation cut in
1:25 Positioning the floor
2:03 Now for the sides
2:09 Making sure the windows fit
2:40 Preparing the roof joists
2:47 and the back section
3:31 Joists in
3:54 Plywood board on
4:02 Now for the roof insulation
4:13 Breathable membrane on
4:20 Maple cladding £34 from ebay
4:27 Windows in
4:31 and sides on
4:36 Soakaway dug
5:01 Decking levelled
5:22 Power supply from the house
5:29 Stud wall for the shed area
5:32 Vapour barrier
5:44 Plaster board cut in
5:59 Stud wall up
6:02 Even more insulation
6:19 Wiring ready for the electrician
6:25 Electricians been
6:30 The shed area done
6:39 Wooden plug sockets and light switches
6:47 Floor sanded and sealed
6:50 Floor boards £70 from ebay
7:07 I hope the grass grows back soon
8:03 What's the next project?
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[@beefc4ke_sundae301]

Can we give this man the recognition he deserves?! He published this video 5 years ago, and still responds to the questions about it to this very day. Thank you sir.

[@cbothearchitect]

Agree 100%!

[@yairmartinez2251]

I mean 5 years aint that long ago ofcourse he still alive ….

[@KIARALOVES]

💯

[@laladl929]

@@yairmartinez2251 I don't think the comment means that way, he probapbly means most people plublished something over 1-2 years, they would have ignored the comments about their videos but the guy did not. So he is just appreciate the passion, efforts and kidness of this creator. That's it.

[@juggmane6498]

I second this ❤️❤️❤️ love this

[@josephdodson9460]

Such a gorgeous book - each shed is unique and inspiring, and I love all the tiny details Kotite features to help readers imagine how to create their own She Sheds kzbin.infoUgkxe9yi0sulKgsp0VJJCIrLWWkvVqcU7LFR . The feature on Dinah's Rustic Retreat is like something from a fairy tale. It's really inspiring to see how creative all these ordinary people are in making beautiful and useful spaces on a modest scale.

[@AngusMcGregor]

I used a one piece rubber roof for this roof. Check out my budget video for all the info on this.

[@Onyxaxe]

Why so much negativity? This is commendable. The creator is nice enough to answer questions as well. Very helpful, if only to see someone else's results.

[@rcove2885]

Has anyone mentioned how this looks exactly like the garden from Shaun if the Dead?

[@misskelly9184]

I was thinking that!!! It’s my favorite go to movie I can watch over and over 🤍🤗

[@l.k9874]

Miss Kelly sameeeeee I love that movie lol

[@jeffbarchuk104]

@@misskelly9184 o o o o oo o o o. O o o o o

[@jeffbarchuk104]

@@l.k9874 k. O. O. Koo ooo i o o. Poor o.

[@jeffbarchuk104]

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[@MikeBradleyofficial]

Amazing buddy, your a clever guy!

[@billevans4562]

Mike Bradley you're not

[@AngusMcGregor]

Yes but Mike Bradley plays the guitar just like ringing a bell.

[@billevans4562]

Angus McGregor alas, he doesn't know the correct use of "you're"

[@MikeBradleyofficial]

You're a tit! hahaha

[@bobbyboy4496]

Mike Bradley lol well said

[@jonblakk73ab]

You are the man and why anyone would thumbs down this video is beyond me,great job sir

[@itsallrobbish]

Now, this guy is seriously talented. I’m not letting my wife see this video, she’ll think I can give it a bash!

[@DT-wl7ms]

You can!

[@deegreeeen8612]

That's a clever 'she' trap. Option 1: find peace in a dirty old shed. Option 2: build a 'she shed'. Genius on all sorts of levels.

[@erikab5848]

Wow that's a real man. I can't believe you did that by yourself.

[@gordonclaydon6239]

Great work, very jealous. That would make a perfect drum shed/studio. I can dream.

[@LordLorenzo834]

Better built than the new build houses going up these days

[@Mattys_Channel]

Super nice, a lot of people don’t understand the work that goes in behind the scenes. Some good skills and nice ideas, thanks

[@9Biloela99]

Great shed will be really good when you put the lights up properly

[@Nirvanexus]

I believe they're meant to hang like that.

[@AverageManvsPi]

I thought that, total loss of headroom and overall 'size feel' inside. I would have gone as low profile as possible. Each to their own though.

[@jamesjamaar1039]

It's Eoleh

[@tomar3]

Really informative well put together video. I like the fact there's no talking. I also watched your plans and budget video. Really really helpful. Thanks. I don't think my project will be as ambitious but you've told me everything I need to know.

[@AngusMcGregor]

All the best with your build. It would be great to see a video of it.

[@paulhaslam5130]

tomar3 qq

[@suavejackk]

Angus McGregor damn bro are you a construction worker/architect or something

[@Exploringthevoid]

This is exactly what I require for me yard, thank you for sharing the fruits of your labor with the world!

[@MsNovazz]

This looks like home to me. And you made it by yourself. Wow. It’s magnificent. 👍

[@pinklady7184]

Your wife is lucky to have you.

[@ParaSniper2504]

Bloody hell, you can rent the place out and make a few bob on the side. Look out for squatters!

[@reidthered]

Jesus man well done. It's titled "oh yeah just a shed" but I could live in that thing. Very nice.

[@khy7672]

My relationship with my dad just changed after watching this

[@BryceHodgemire]

If the grass doesn't grow back rent a small rotatiller and tear up the ground and seed it

[@jaxmortimus2522]

How about just a slice-seeder. You don't need to till the ground so deep.

[@jixuscrixus1967]

You’ve made a cracking job of that ‘shed’, very impressive workmanship, work rate and working to a tight budget!

[@FruiceProduces]

Watched this a couple of times over the years for inspiration!! Great vid. Dublin, Ireland.

[@cecilwilson5442]

Quite a lot of people watching the video awesome viewing with the great result and bet it was an excellent feeling for the fella when he was finally finished and sitting in the creation built with canny buying,, very inspiring I'm off to dig up the garden 😁😁😁👍👍🍀🍀🍀

[@jxey8111]

I’m looking into building my own studio when I’m older so this is just perfect and filled with ideas 💡

[@adriankeane3130]

Looks well good job

[@mayadiaz5717]

I just have to say you make making a house in your backyard possible. Thank you so much for sharing this video. I will definitely be using this video for when I am ready to make my tiny house in my backyard. You are an inspiration!!! Thank you boss

[@beautifulsunrisesandsunset9066]

Thanks for making a complicated hobby seem easy!

[@andrewwatts1997]

This must be the most cozy and warm shed ever made. Well done man.

[@everettjennings4302]

Seems good so far! Was easy to talk to about his My Shed Plans [Go Here=> *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. Guided me in the right direction & helped me understand everything & in the end it was what I wanted

[@bayleexavery]

Well, it finally happened, Zachary! Somebody burned down my she shed!

[@discol76]

Fantastic job. You can see how much effort you put into this. Well done mate

[@fnenox1793]

This is great I've watched this like 6 times since it came out I've been wanting to build something like this. Keep up the good work

[@MaxMakerChannel]

Awesome! Building a shed is super fun!

[@Bimbo20]

I want to build a small room in the back of my house but i think its too much work for myself. I really like this one though. My respects to you. I admire hardworking people 👏👏👏

[@AllIn1Studio]

It’s beautiful!! Love the French doors and the radiator!

[@graham8430]

BRILLIANT from start to finish Angus, am I envious... you bet!

[@Pugwash.]

It looks great and nicely documented.

[@rociososa316]

When I so hem walking on his yard the first thing I had in my mind was " oh men this guy need a garden office!

[@AngusMcGregor]

Everyone needs a Garden Office, As long as you have a Backyard or a Garden as they call it in the UK. I think mine is a lot less than a yard now or 0.9144 metres as they call it in UK.

[@rociososa316]

@@AngusMcGregor thanks for your videos .. I'm trying te get ideas for my shed garden project and your videos really help.. 😃 .Thanks again!

[@sweets2784]

I like how this was done especially with mostly repurposed supplies. Beautiful job.

[@tjsmagicalgametime2916]

Lovely man cave! Some one could live in there! 🏠 I’m glad the squirrels like it!🐿

[@larryluong7055]

Amazing man. Doing all that by yourself. Very good.

[@stellachrisanthou9118]

Thank you for posting this, I'm about to start a smaller version and this is the best video I've seen (and I've seen A LOT !!)

[@AngusMcGregor]

Stella Chrisanthou All the best with your build. Would be good to see what you are doing.

[@stellachrisanthou9118]

@@AngusMcGregor I'm taking pix to do a KZbin video!!

[@johnnelson9309]

Outstanding, excellent job Sir. You show off.

[@nicarivera83]

Thank you for sharing, this was one of the videos that inspired me to build a guest house. I will be sharing soon.

[@kenyattamass549]

Absolutely amazing work

[@davewatt8840]

Great build must say looking fantastic

[@topoff33]

Thanks for taking the time to video all your work! Looks Great!!!! Great Scottish Name too!!!

[@dragonfly6908]

Fabulous. I have a small summer house at the top of my garden and during September when it is starting to turn cool i can go and sit inside it and it is lovely and warm..

[@maggesgarage8277]

Daaam that House is huge! I would live in this. Nice work!

[@JackTalksCars]

Watched this vid because I want to build my own really enjoyed it and it looks awesome

[@AngusMcGregor]

Thanks, All the best with your build.

[@helenkane8619]

ItsWatson really nice

[@jamesjamaar1039]

Angus McGregor u I r44

[@bd3825]

OMG! such beautiful work. I just saw one video and I'm already hooked I'm getting ready to watch all your videos. I wanna build a low cost shack and I got so many ideas from just this one video. Thanks

[@joshpasos3896]

Great way to stay on task in whatever you use the space for while having the freedom of being “at home”

[@MoPoppins]

Beautiful! I love the front porch...always nice to have a place to chill outside.

[@domodagreat7427]

You did one hell of a job...

[@jangucreates]

Wow it’s beautiful! Fantastic work and for one person? So good

[@dkue706]

I love this room. I paint so this would be perfect for a studio. Thanks for sharing your talent

[@andrewdolci4258]

Cheryl is gonna love this she shed

[@bighammer587]

Nice space for the man cave! Biggest problem I saw was the lack of any headers over the windows and doors. Especially the wide span of the French doors. That 'flat laid' top plate has no strength when used like that. Prolly gonna sag on you

[@AngusMcGregor]

Yes I probably should have supported above the windows and front more but I was restricted by the height due to permitted development, but the door ( and windows) frame top is a really thick 6 x 3 door frame and it is only supporting 2 joists at the widest part of the door. It has held up so far after over a year with no sagging, movement or cracking..

[@fernandopereira5696]

bateria

[@robertzack1635]

+Angus McGregor perfect grow room

[@jonmacdonald5345]

Rob Z it's England everyone's been castrated by the Queen and are too Pussy to do that!!!!

[@MrBabujani1]

Excellent, looks beautiful.👍👍

[@GrooveOn]

Well done, love the no nonsense video, straight forward and will use this to help me on my project! Good work.

[@scalaman2246]

really enjoyed this, thanks..all your hard work showed in the results!! the shed looks terrific!!!

[@AngusMcGregor]

Thanks

[@paulmathias7808]

Tremendous job, well done.

[@123RADIOactive]

Bud, I totally love this shed of yours. If it’s hooked up to a bunch of solar panels, a wet bath, and a all in one laundry unit, I’ll probably have no issue with living in it full time. 👌🏻 especially since I live like a minimalist~Ish bachelor!! 🤣

[@aradilaszlo]

I'm about to start a very similar project. I love the foundation, that's exactly what I want to do instead of mixing a massive amount of concrete. Looks great, cozy and comfortable. Congratulations!

[@AngusMcGregor]

Yes it was easier and cheaper to use concrete blocks. All the best with your build

[@SpoonyPizzas]

Wish I could be arsed to do a project like this.... Nice work dude!! Looks incredible. If you're ever bored...... Lol!!

[@Mud560]

If my husband builds a shed like that. It’s gonna be love shack. Very nice 👍

[@loadi2865]

woman not allowed in man cave exept to clean... if you want a love shack build yourself one?

[@Mud560]

loadi2 hmm so misogynistic. If my husband had a man cave that’s nice I know when to give him his space. Yes I’m interested In building one myself but I like the idea of a getaway with the added bonus of sex.(Romantic getaway for 2)Too bad you’re so small minded your partner don’t have to be just your slave.

[@muscleman371]

@@loadi2865 couldn't tell if this was a joke or not, but I still laughed my ass off

[@loadi2865]

I dont really know what misogynistic means but yes Sashalee i was joking..i love my wife very much ...and yes i even do my share of the housecleaning...but if you want i will build you your getaway for 2 for the added bonus of sex?

[@johnseabrook1703]

Great build, good to see the old wood, recycled.

[@Suzyfromtheblock]

What a transformation brilliant work 👍

[@Godzillah]

So many experts in the comments section if he want to hire somebody he wouldn't done it himself.

[@leemartin2978]

That’s great .....an awful lot of peace and quiet for your money😀

[@ManontheOutside]

Great build Angus, gave me some inspiration for my own. 👌

[@AngusMcGregor]

Great, all the best with yours.

[@selyab9039]

Thanks for posting. I especially like the finish details.

[@StephenNu9]

Nice job. The only thing I'm less thrilled about is the interior wiring with those wires crossing the interior space.

[@ericparisien3051]

I love this, you should be proud, looks great and nice place to relax!

[@karenferns6160]

That is a fine job.!! Looks fantastic & so useful..!!!

[@mengzhang7757]

what a great job you have done! Congratulations!

[@jomelpeligro3584]

Great work nice shed

[@aileene1650]

i can’t be the only girl watching this because i want to build one

[@Mymy-vb3uq]

Aileen E nope 😂😂

[@gardengoddess1283]

Me too! Girl power!!!

[@karenferns6160]

Me 3..!!!

[@I_Am_NiiTA]

Here sis 💅🏾

[@dahliaflowersandbouquets8557]

Count me in!

[@delvinairish4920]

Just seeing this... shared on FACEBOOK. SOooo COOL 👍🏿

[@lapinchiloca]

your solution to simply build on levelled blocks is practical and easy to implement 👍

[@hamzterix]

Funky Instrumental by Angus What a masterpiece! Google didn't let me use the link provided so I manually searched you. 💯% worth it.

[@AngusMcGregor]

Check out my funky album open.spotify.com/album/4bT4o14OUqisLokBjq20d1?si=5_FLmCIVQoy4I3PF2PWAVQ

[@craiglawrence3476]

@@AngusMcGregor hey this is wat I want to do with my life how do I start

[@AngusMcGregor]

Craig Lawrence do you mean funky music or build a man cave?

[@AngusMcGregor]

Awoke! Awoke! Only for the final fix of the electrics

[@AngusMcGregor]

@Chirang Reang I had budgeted £6600 but it ended up costing me £7700 due to an expensive radiator and expensive light fittings and tools. Check out my budget video for a full breakdown with all the costs

[@fredericengrand6392]

congratulations from France , nice job.

[@zulemaflores8796]

Great job! My husband is going to built a shed in our home. Thanks for this idea. I absolutely like this nice shed.

[@AngusMcGregor]

Sounds good. All the best with your build

[@zulemaflores8796]

@@AngusMcGregor thank you!

[@courtnrysalamone7677]

This looks really nice and rustic, fantastic job

[@gigageeksgo4160]

Throw a projector in there and that’s the perfect mini cinema room awesome stuff mate

[@williewright8787]

Man.......just heaven on earth......

[@PM-yn9hh]

Great job, it’s also a excellent job of showing great carpentry. 👌

[@karenalejandrasantisguajar600]

Wow how beautiful work !!

[@lilacprincess2337]

He should be in Guinness world books for completing this on his own

[@joalvarez6252]

Awesome man cave man! 👏

[@jaqenhghar5794]

looks like a great place to chill

[@pambravo7013]

Fantastic...although, when you want to be in your cave, you kind of don't want to come out for a while..but if you don't build a restroom...that means...you still need to be back and fort, in and out the house...mmmhh... I need one with a toilet build in :) Thanks for sharing your video, you did fantastic job !

[@AndrewJackson456]

You dont want to break your plywood sheets at the same joint all the way across.. start with two 8' pieces across, then cut 1 piece in half and start the next row with a 4' piece.. staggered joints make a stronger floor

[@classic1989mini]

great job! I'm inspired

[@williamcurrie5071]

Good job. Your a lucky man as my shed is full of garden equipment... and it's the only place to escape the wife!!!!

[@starrstatus9341]

Bro!! You came with the heat!! Super sweet!

[@CUBACHINA1986]

Wow my goosh super wow all by urself inpressive!

[@alisonbailey7518]

I love it, I want one, now to get the hubby involved & I really wish the trolls would stfu, great job, saved and subscribed 💪🏽

[@conniegarcia1308]

Look absolutely amazing! Great job👏🏼

[@mattsblog]

Great space, brilliant job 👍