Stay Connected Between Buildings
Whether you're connecting a garden office, detached garage, workshop, shed, annexe or another outbuilding, choosing the right networking solution can be confusing.
Should you use outdoor Ethernet cable? Is fibre optic cable a better option? Do you need a complete fibre networking kit?
At Fruity Cables, we'll help you choose the most reliable solution for your project, without unnecessary complexity.
The First Question We Always Ask...
How far apart are your buildings?
The distance between your house and the second building is usually the most important factor when choosing the right solution.
Different cable types have different limitations, and selecting the correct one now can save time, money and future upgrades.
If you're not sure of the exact distance, an estimate is perfectly fine.
Solutions for Different Distances
Up to 100 Metres
For many homes and small businesses, outdoor Ethernet cable provides a simple and cost-effective way to extend your network.
Depending on your installation, this could include:
- Outdoor Cat6 Ethernet cable
- Outdoor Cat6a Ethernet cable
- Ready-made outdoor patch cables
- Cut-to-length external cable
Outdoor Ethernet is often ideal for connecting garden offices, detached garages, workshops, sheds and cabins.
Around 100 Metres and Beyond
As distances increase, fibre optic cable often becomes the preferred solution.
Fibre offers excellent performance over longer distances, electrical isolation between buildings and plenty of room for future network upgrades.
Many customers choose pre-terminated fibre because it's supplied ready to install, removing the need for specialist fibre termination equipment.
Not Sure Whether You Need Ethernet or Fibre?
That's completely normal. Every project is slightly different, and the best solution depends on factors such as:
- Distance between buildings
- Required network speed
- Existing networking equipment
- Installation route
- Future expansion plans
Rather than guessing, we'll help point you towards the most suitable solution.
Typical Projects We Help With
- House to garden office
- House to garage
- House to workshop
- House to shed
- House to cabin
- House to annexe
- Building-to-building networks
- Small business outbuildings
Why Choose Fruity Cables?
- UK networking specialists
- Outdoor Ethernet and fibre experts
- Custom cable lengths available
- Workshop-built cable assemblies
- Friendly pre-sales advice
- Complete networking solutions, not just cables
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best way to get internet to a garden office?
That depends on the distance and installation route. Outdoor Ethernet is often suitable for shorter runs, while fibre is commonly recommended for longer distances or projects where maximum reliability and future expansion are important.
Can I connect a detached garage to my home network?
Yes. Many detached garages can be connected using either outdoor Ethernet or fibre optic cable, depending on the distance and installation requirements.
Is fibre better than Ethernet?
Neither is always better. The right choice depends on your project. We'll help you decide which solution is most suitable.
Do I need specialist networking knowledge?
No. We're happy to help explain the options in plain English and recommend compatible products.
Need Help Choosing?
If you're unsure which products you need, tell us a little about your project and we'll recommend the most suitable solution.
Simply let us know the approximate distance, what you're connecting, any existing networking equipment, and anything else that may help.
Cal us on 020 7193 4350 or email sales@fruitycables.co.uk