log cabins
author:admin source:未知 published:2013-08-23 15:24
log cabins are growing rapidly in popularity. log cabins are both functional and environmentally friendly, and as an extra benefit add value to your property. it is important that you buy your log cabin from an experienced and established supplier. try to avoid the companies who only sell their log cabins online. if possible choose a log cabin supplier who has a site where their log cabins are on display and can be viewed at your leisure. the more cabins they have on display the better as you will be able to judge what type of cabin will best suit your individual needs and requirements.
log cabins can be used a large variety of purposes. varying from garden home office, retreats, workshops, summerhouses, garages, sports pavilions, ‘granny flat’ or annex, hobby room, children’s playrooms, chalets and almost any type of garden building.
the sturdy and robust build quality of a log cabin lends itself to all year round use, and for this reason, plus the flexibility of design options available, the utilisation of log cabins as a home office as rocketed in the last 10 years. this trend has also been boosted by the increasing numbers of people and small businesses who wish to work this way, with all the associated benefits of low overheads and the eradication of time consuming and frustrating commuting issues.
by choosing to buy your log cabin from an established and reputable supplier who has a display site you will be able to take advantage of their knowledge and expertise. internet only suppliers will not be able to give you this personal and one to one service. after all, your log cabin is likely to be a serious investment, on a par with similar home improvements such as having a conservatory or extension built on your property. you would not dream of buying a conservatory or extension online, as if it were a cd or a pair of shoes. so make sure you seek out log cabin supplier who has a bricks and mortar based business.
they will be able to sit down with you and help you with issues such as: planning – you will need to be sure of the planning laws regarding having your log cabin. there are laws regarding how close to a boundary it can be and the overall height of the cabin. siting: your log cabin needs to be placed in the best possible position…it can’t be moved once it’s erected, so good advice on this subject is a must. design: log cabins come in many shapes and sizes, both in terms of the outside and also the interior, which may be split into several rooms. the ideal scenario is to have professional drawings made up, which are designed in consultation with a specialist draughtsman. this way the windows and doors are positioned where you want them along with internal walls and internal door openings according to your specification and personal taste.
log cabins by creative living cabins meet all the above criteria. they have one of the uk’s largest log cabin display villages, with cabins available to view and walk around in. in addition, many have fully fitted interiors, which serve to show how the cabin area can be best utilized. creative living supply the highest quality log cabins available in the uk today, built using only top class siberian spruce sourced from sustainable forests. the log cabins are constructed using an interlocking plank system. this method is far superior in every aspect to the conventional panel options offered by many other manufacturers. also, we employ a double tongue and grooved air lock system that is a natural barrier to the elements. this feature is available on all our cabins that have a 35mm wall or above.
your log cabin needs to be installed and erected by specialists who work in this trade. be careful to avoid cabin suppliers who farm out their installation to sub contractors. the cabin needs to be built on a special base, carefully leveled and prepared. creative living cabins use their own installation teams, who have the all important experience and know how to make sure your cabin looks as good as the one you saw in the display village.
