Uses of a Log Cabin

What is a log cabin ?  It is a four sided enclosure with windows and doors, the only difference is the quality of the joinery.  Although you may say I have seen a cheaper cabin, cheap can be more expensive in the long run.  Cabinville log cabins are sole importers of their cabin range, so you will not see our cabins sold by distributors or agents. (more…)

The start of the month soon comes around and for the month of May we expect to be very busy here at Cabinville Log Cabins.

Last month we had a very successful promotion of the Clockhouse Log Cabin. This impressive log cabin was sold with free delivery, to most of the mainland UK other than the Scottish Highlands, and also with free roof shingles. This log cabin is perfect for many uses – from garden home office through to music room or snooker room. (more…)

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If you have any questions about log cabins, summerhouses then ask away. Whether you are thinking of buying a new log cabin or have a question about maintaining an old one, drop a comment below and we will get Trevor, our expert, to answer.

If you would rather speak to him for an even quicker answer about buying garden cabins (maintenance he will answer below), then ring on 01379 687467

We have noticed that we seem to be getting lots of log cabin orders from Essex.

I guess that what has happened is that we have recently supplied a log cabin to a customer in Essex and that they have shown it to friends who have ordered. Then, they have proudly shown off their lovely new log cabin and that in turn has resulted in more orders.

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Good news – we have finalised all the details of our brand new 2009 range of log cabins and summerhouses. Over the next week, you will see new cabins posted up on our site.

This is all very exciting for us. If you know log cabins at all, you will know that we have become, without trying, the custom log cabin specialists. A huge percentage of our log cabin sales are for custom log cabins and so we are very aware of what customers actually want. We have incorporated many of the common requests into the design of our new 2009 log cabins.

Of course, if you still want to make custom changes to any of our log cabins including the 2009 models then you are free to do so. We love working with customers to get their ideal log cabin and these new log cabins make a great starting point.

So do have a good look through our log cabin range and see the new 2009 models for yourself. Let us know what you think.

The new range of 2009 log cabins are available immediately to order.

Choosing a log cabin

ONE
1st October 2008, Out-buildings are considered as permitted development not requiring planning permission.
For buildings with a maximum height of 2.5 metres and within 2 metres of a boundary.
Out buildings and garages with a maximum eaves height of 2,5 metres and a maximum ridge height of under 4 metres with a dual pitch roof or 3 metres for any other roof, should be minimum of 2 metres from any boundary.
There are certain restrictions and limitations which could apply and we always suggest on all buildings the local authority should be contacted.

TWO
The base must be level, a concrete pad is recommended but a Eco base is good for cabins upto 4mtrs x 4mtrs. The Swift plinth system is a good alternative, especially where the access is restricted or for larger buildings. Speak to us for more advice – 01379 687467

THREE
Wall logs are graded and they should be of a high and recognisable construction grade the timber should be Northern European for density and slow growing and from a sustainably forest management source.

FOUR
Wall logs should be pine or spruce free from finger joints double tongue and groove interlocking joints are far superior to single T & G. which are only recommended for storage buildings.

FIVE
Joinery is most important and should be quality graded timber frames and at least 44mm for single glazed  and 56mm thick for double glazed windows. The joinery should have rubber seals and gaskets to prevent leakage. Doors being large and heavy should have adjustable hinges with cylinder locks for security.

SIX
Roof purlin beams need to be well constructed to prevent sagging and to withstand snow loads over many many years that the cabin should last.

SEVEN
The top of the wall log should be angled to give a good bearing surface to the roof boards these should be doubled fixed, as gale force winds can lift these boards if this method is not adopted.

EIGHT
Timbers that come into contact with the base should be pressure treated.

NINE
Insulation is necessary if the cabin is to be used as an additional room to the house, the cabin will be too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter, the insulation is fitted between to foundation beams and on top of the roof boards prior to the shingles being installed and must be vermin proof.

TEN
Careful treatment of your log cabin is a vital condition for the life time of your log cabin. They are supplied un-treated as standard. To provide optimum protection against the effects of weather, you must treat the cabin as quickly as possible with a moisture regulating oil based stain.

We are always here to help in choosing, buying, erecting or maintaining a log cabin. Contact Cabinville for friendly help and advice – 01379 687467 or email info@cabinville.co.uk

We have just finished updating the customer gallery.

If past customers could email in photos of their log cabins and summerhouses it would be appreciated. The more the merrier.
They shoud be emailed in to the address at the bottom of this page. If you could add “customer gallery” to the subject title of the email it would help.

We hope you like the new gallery! Let us know what you think.