Get a log or wood cabin that coincides with your personality, needs and lifestyle. You just might realize how useful these small buildings could be. Cabins come in many shapes, styles and sizes so choosing one might be a bit difficult.
Size should be the first feature you consider when you are buying a cabin. You can simply choose from a pre-fabricated range of sizes or you can have the specific cabin constructed to fit your exact requirements. You will have to measure the yard or the lot in which the cabin will be placed to make sure it isn’t too small or too large, as a cabin too large can take over the area, making the yard less than functional.
The next thing to worry about is the type of wood you want to use for the cabin that is resilient, strong and resistant to damage. There is a lot of available information you can easily get about different kinds of wood so you can make an informed decision. The most recommended types of wood for log cabins are pine, redwood and cedar.
The western red cedar is especially notable for its resistance to insect damage, environmental damage and insect activity. You can skip the staining or painting process with cedar wood but you should expect to see some of the color fade after long sun exposure if you choose to go without the stain. The old growth of heartwood is actually more visually pleasing since it can age particularly well.
Pine is the easiest option for a garden sheds manufacturer if price is your main consideration, and as long as the wood is stained, treated or painted, it can withstand wear and tear very well. Southern pressure treated pine can last for decades. Untreated pine is a poor choice for buildings so make sure to get wood that is officially certified by an organization like the American Wood Preservers Bureau.
Redwood, like cedar, another great choice. Also, the wood is not affected by moisture or humidity so you don’t have to worry about splitting or warping. Redwood comes in a range of grades so make sure to use high quality heartwood.
Heart B grade is a clear type for pure Rosewood that limits the number of allowable knots per wooden plank. The knots are preferred by some people since it makes the boards visually interesting. If you want to preserve the wood's color then you should opt for staining but this process isn't really necessary for this type of wood.
Check the conditions of the area where the foundations of the cabin are to be placed in. A concrete slab provides the most solid foundation and it is recommended for bigger and more substantial cabins. Make sure that you have leveled the foundations so that incidences of buckling and shifting structural supports would be avoided.
The final decision is deciding who to trust to help build your dream cabin. It might be that you are the type who loves to spend time trying to arrange the bits and pieces from scratch. Perhaps you even have friends or relatives you could invite to help you do some work, but be aware of your own limitations.
The construction of wooden summerhouses should be left to professionals if you want to avoid mishaps or structural mistakes. You can look at shed suppliers who offer assembly services to their clients. They are the best people for the job since they have the tools and equipment that are customized for structural assembly.
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