To insulate or not to insulate?

I've got some spare foil-backed insulation and was planning to do the whole of the playhouse. However, looking at plywood to cover it with and it is ££££. Thinking now I might just do the roof, as well as covering with tarpaulin. Do you think this is good enough? I've also got a little hut for them to cuddle up in, snuggle safes and will put other boxes and hidey holes in.
Also, I've bought some straw, but unsure about putting it all over Lino on floor in case it confuses litter training. What do you think? Haven't had bunnies in winter before, so need some advice

I think it will be fine to just insulate the roof :thumb: and yes they might wee on the straw

You could insulate the roof no problem but dont used tarp .. Try to use thick builders polythene.. It doesnt tend to leak as much,,,,,

Thanks! My husband will be relieved that he doesn't have to ply the whole lot. Now I just need to tell him my plans for the mezzanine level!

HarrytheHop said:

Thanks! My husband will be relieved that he doesn't have to ply the whole lot. Now I just need to tell him my plans for the mezzanine level!

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I only insulated my shed cos I bought it cheap online, as it was an overlap build...so not strong enough to be secure.. but, the cost and time to second layer it has been.. umm...a lot...so if you don't need to double layer for security reasons, I reckon it's fine. :thumb:

When you say 'mezzazine level' , do you mean a second story within shed? .... I'm thinking of one too...but cos of the cost of the double wooden panels inside the shed, don't think I will be able to do it till next year...

I reckon you've made a great plan :thumb:

Lots of cosy, hay / straw filled boxes and hideys inside playhouse and checkin for leaks / draughts / damp bedding, every day...that's what I do, and my Buns are happy...I never had Buns outside in Winter in Yorkshire before.... I have a thermometer on the wall inside the shed..so can moniter the temp.. x

We had a second floor in the playhouse when we first set it up, held up with shelf brackets. Wood wasn't sturdy enough and started to bow, so took it out. Since the weekend I've decided not to try to put it back in as new indoor hut is bigger than I thought and they are already enjoying sitting on that together. Never say never though - my rabbit housing plans are always changing!

HarrytheHop said:

We had a second floor in the playhouse when we first set it up, held up with shelf brackets. Wood wasn't sturdy enough and started to bow, so took it out. Since the weekend I've decided not to try to put it back in as new indoor hut is bigger than I thought and they are already enjoying sitting on that together. Never say never though - my rabbit housing plans are always changing!

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Nice one...yes...our rabbit housing plans are always changing...