I had a really good talk with our builders today- Altitude 950, who built our cottage so well- with the aim of deciding whether to build a standard metal shed and then line it, or use normal timber faming, for the Trainbarn. Ultimate cost is probably the main criteria, but quality and appearance is also very important. The clear winner in my case is to build the Trainbarn using normal timber framing techniques, which will greatly facilitate the interior lining and finish. I have a very clear idea about how I want it to look both inside and out. So the ball is now back in my court to work with the Engineer/Draughtsman to produce the plans, so that an accurate costing can be done and also to obtain council approval. So, I'm very excited about all that!! Incidentally, the outside will be clad in Manor Red Colorbond Trimdek steel, which simulates (to some degree) the board and batten siding found on many American railroad stations (depots).
This photo of Jamestown Depot on the Sierra Railroad shows the 'classic' board-and-batten siding used on many US stations, which is what I want to simulate with my Trainbarn.
Meanwhile, there is more clearing to be done on the site, but that is progressing well. I took a break from clearing to mark out the sides that are clear, mainly to confirm the placement on the site. I used tapes and a string line and then marked it out with upside-down paint, which is one of those great inventions that should have been invented earlier!!
To make sure that the walls are at proper right-angles to each other I use the simple 'trick' of a 3-4-5 triangle. Basically if you measure along one side 3 metres (or multiple), the other side 4 metres, then if the hypotenuse is 5 metres then you have a perfect right-angle corner. At this stage it's only rough, but it's fun to see it all laid out!
A very satisfying and encouraging day!!
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