Log Cabins Simple to Build - Windproof Design |
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Building your Finnlife log cabin using our well-illustrated, step-by-step plans (supplied with each cabin) to guide you through every stage of construction is simple and straightforward. The result is a professional-looking job that you'll be proud to call your own.
The diagrams shown on the right are intended to give you a feel as to how simple these cabins are to build.
However, you should refer to supplied instructions before assembly. No problem if you don't have the time or the inclination to do the job yourself; our team of experts could do the job for you! |  |
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Fine Materials Your cabin components are precision-cut from top quality Scandinavian softwood for a perfect fit, first time. The timber comes from well-managed forests where indigenous wildlife and forest industries co-exist and where the rate of tree-planting exceeds the rate of harvesting.
Different cabins feature different log thicknesses. Thicker logs provide bigger cabins with additional strength, insulation, and resilience to cope with extended year-round use.
End profile may also vary - please check specific model. |
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Windproof Design Another feature of your Finnlife log cabin is the ingenious way that wall logs interlock for strength and windproofing. The upper and lower faces of wall logs come with deep tongue-and-groove joints for a tight windproof joint. At the corners, alternate layers of wall logs link via a wind-block timber engineering system that builds into a solid, windproof wall. |
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Helsinki, Lovisa, Ikkuna, Virka, Pori, Kaskinen, Lahti, Rauma, Teeri, Suoja, Kemi, Metso, Tampere, Meri and Valko use components from range A.
Talo, Kesa, Riekko, Kulma, Koppelo, Mokki, Jarvi and Hytti use components from range B. |  |
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Underfloor Heating. The Allbrite underfloor heating option fo your Finnforest cabin includes the heat mats, thermostat and floor insulation. You will need to provide your own choice of floor covering. This could be laminate, carpet or vinyl. In some instances you may also need to provide an additional insulation layer between the heating ribbons and floor covering. Full details and instructions are included.
Further details can be found at the manufacturers website; www.allbriteuk.co.uk
The flat ribbon underfloor heating has many features and benefits for you the end user.
Fits under all floor products
The flat ribbon underfloor heating system fits on ANY subfloor and under ANY floor covering as a primary heat source (no need for radiators), because the flat ribbon system fits under all floor products you don't need to learn about 2 or more different heating systems.
Height differences
The flat ribbon underfloor heating elements are only 1.8mm in depth making it the most slimline heating source on the market.
High floor coverage
With the flat ribbons being wider and closer together than any other system you are guaranteed a more even spread of heat with no hot or cold spots. With the heating elements achieving such a massive floor coverage it heats up quicker than any other form of underfloor heating.
Easy to install
The flat ribbon underfloor heating system is very easy to install upto the point of connecting the thermostat where an "Part P Qualified" electrician will be needed. As mentioned before there is no need for any sub floor preparation other than ensuring it is flat and free from dust and debris.
Cost Effective
Because the flat ribbon underfloor heating system does not rely on heating up your subfloor and only needs to heat up your flooring product, this means that the power required is far less than that of other underfloor heating systems.
Highly Controllable
Incorporating the highly advanced thermostat means that the underfloor heating is optomised to give you the best control features
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Sheds Our range of sheds includes a large selection in various designs and specifications and also workshop units.
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Cladding:
12mm tongue and groove shiplap cladding is used throughout our range of sheds.
It provides a sturdy, weather-sealed building which is preferable to an inferior overlap construction. |  |
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Framing:
Two different sizes of framing are used in our range of sheds.
Standard frame - 34mm x 44mm (used in the majority of sheds)
Heavy Duty frame - 44mm x 44mm (available as an option in all ranges) |
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Floors and Roofs:
Floors and roofs are 12mm tongue and groove boards .
20kg Heavy Duty Green Mineral Felt is used on all models, with the option of 20kg red felt on octagonal summerhouses only.
Larger models in the range have roof trusses for additional roof support. |  |
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Windows:
The majority of our sheds are supplied with glass glazing.. Opening windows are available as optional extras on the Pent, Workshop and Apex ranges. |
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Doors:
A range of single and double door models are available in the range.
Doors are secured with either:
A pad bolt - on all single door models
A pad bolt - on double door Pent, Apex and Workshop models.
The Security Apex has a heavy duty pad bolt protector and external security hinges. |
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Summerhouses Cladding:
12mm tongue and groove shiplap cladding is used throughout the range of summerhouses.(See Sheds for diagram)
Framing:
34mm x 44mm framing is used for our tradional range of summerhouses.
44mm x 44mm framing is used on all octagonal models in Pine (Even on cedar clad).
Floors and Roofs:
Floors and roofs are constructed with 12mm tongue and groove boards. For greater strength, cedar clad buildings have pine floors and roofs. Optional cedar roof on certain models lined with 5mm ply board and felt.
20kg Heavy Duty Green Mineral Felt is used on all models, with the option of 20kg red felt on octagonal summerhouses only.
Windows:
Windows are glazed with 3mm horticultural glass or leaded glass. All summerhouses have at least two opening windows and window boxes.
Doors:
Antique-style hinges are fitted to all summerhouses. Doors are fitted with a lock and key. |
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Playhouses Safety Features:
All playhouses are manufactured to very high safety standards.
They incorporate the following safety features:
- Perspex glazing.
- Non-toxic treatment
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Cladding:
All other playhouses have shiplap tongue and groove cladding.
Framing:
34mm x 44mm for all playhouses
Floors and Roofs:
Floors and roofs are 12mm tongue and groove boards .
3mm green roofing felt is supplied with all playhouses.
Windows:
Windows are glazed with perspex.
Doors:
Doors are fitted with a continuous piano style hinge with a V groove door feature to avoid small fingers getting trapped.
(see Safety Features for diagram) |
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General Treatment:
A non-toxic spirit based treatment (spirit-based for summerhouses) is applied to each building after manufacture. This is for protection during transit and storage.
We recommend that new buildings are treated both during and after assembly, using a quality spirit-based (spirit-based for summerhouses) timber treatment such as Cuprinol or Sadolin. This should be reapplied annually thereafter.
Assembly and Base Preparation:
Full assembly instructions are supplied with each building and at least two people are required for assembly.
It is important that buildings are situated on a flat, solid base such as paving slabs or concrete, Tanilised fence posts (75mm x 75mm) are also recommended for use as bearers to elevate the floor from any drainage or standing water when the building is situated on tarmac or concrete. |
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