A great alternative to moving, these garden log cabins offer the extra space of a new house at a fraction of the cost and what’s more the quality of design and manufacture make putting them together hassle free. With an affordable (Finnlife) Finnforest log cabin you are guaranteed to find what you are looking for, be it a home gymnasium, a personal sauna, an art studio building or a quiet garden hideaway we have the right cabin for you.
Finnlife Log Cabin Kits built to last
Finnforest log cabins come with different features. The constraints of size and design dictate the use of different materials. The one thing all these approaches share is a commitment to longevity and lasting good looks.
Finnforest log cabin components are precision-cut from top quality Scandinavian softwood for a perfect fit, first timber. The time used comes from well-managed forests where indigenous wildlife and forest industries co-exist – and where the rate of tree plantings exceeds harvesting.
Different log cabins feature different log thicknesses. Thicker logs provide bigger cabins with addition strength and insulation.
Enhance you log cabin with Underfloor heating
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Imagine a heating system providing you with sufficient heat to warm your toes as well as the space around you on a winter’s morning. Underfloor heating is economic and controllable at the turn of a dial, an ideal optional extra when purchasing your log cabin. The flat ribbon underfloor heating has many features and benefits. It fits on any subfloor and under any floor covering as a primary heat source. This saves space are there are no need for radiators.The heating elements are only 1.8mm in depth making it the most slim line heating source on the market. Because it is 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 large floor coverage it heats up quicker than any other form of underfloor heating. The system is very easy to install and only requires a Pear P qualified electrician to connect the thermostat.
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Log Cabin Guttering Kits
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For a neat, virtually drip- free finish, you can channel your rainwater away with an optional guttering kit. Guttering kits collect rainwater and channel it via outlets and down-pipes. They also provide the opportunity to save rainwater.
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Each Finnforest log cabin has its own optional guttering kit complete with fitting instructions and all fixings (some cutting may be required). The gutters are finished in dark brown and complement the natural colour of your cabin.
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Floor Packs
These complementary packs are available either as engineered wood flooring or as laminate flooring. The engineered wood option comes in a 3 strip Country Oak finish for the ultimate in luxurious flooring whilst the highly durable, easy to maintain and hygienic laminate flooring utilises a precise installation locking system and is available in 2 attractive finishes- Canmore Oak and Carelia Maple. From: £34.99
Security System
This compact and easy to install motion detector alarm gives added security to your cabin. The passive infrared beam detects movement up to 20 feet away and emits an ultra load 125dB siren, whilst the automatic telephone dialler (to 3 programmable numbers) means it will automatically contact you should an intrusion occur.
Insulation Kits
Whether you intend to use your cabin as a playroom for the kids or as a secret hideaway for lazy days with your favourite books, our easy to fit insulation in the floor and roof can make your cabin more comfortable all year round. This insulation will reduce heat normally lost through your cabin roof and floor by up to 70%*. The insulation pack contains pine roof cladding boards to cover the insulation and offers a pine finished pitched roof.
*When fitted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Timber Treatment
The full range of Osmo Exterior Wood Stain and Protector is available for all the Finnforest Cabins. This treatment offers weatherproofing, UV resistance, protection against algae and mildew and is water repellent. It provides a satin-matt finish in just 2 coats with a 2.5 litre tin covering an area of 30m2. It is available in 5 colours.
LED Lights
For use outdoors on the patio area, these clever floor lights emit a soft, atmospheric radiance creating that extra special evening mood.
Saunas
Turn your cabin into a relaxing health spa. Finnish style indoor saunas are available for a limited number of cabins. The Lovisa cabin has an optional built-in sauna room.
Simple to build UK Log Cabin Kits
Building your Finnlife log cabin using our well illustrated, step-by-step plans (supplied with each log cabin) to guide you through every stage of construction is simple and straight forward. The result is a professional-looking job that you’ll be proud to call you own. The diagrams shown are intended to give you a feel as to how simple these cabins are to build. However you should refer to the supplied instructions before assembly.
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Cabin builders - No problem if you don’t have the time or the inclination to do the job yourself, we now offer a garden building kit home installation service. Please contact us for a quote for your area. Upon receipt of delivery please ensure that all components are have been checked for quality and quality prior to the installation date. Additional charges may be incurred for a site revisit due to missing or damaged components. Insufficient base or foundation, which prohibits the build, will also carry additional charges. Demurrage charges carry a minimum fee of £300
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All log cabins are supplied with a comprehensive, well illustrated step-by-step build guide and a parts and plans leaflet.
Caring for the environment
Finnforest has always been committed to forestry practises that let everybody enjoy the natural beauty of wood, without making the environment pay the price. As long as stocks are carefully managed, wood is a fully renewable resource, and that’s why we work with suppliers to make sure we put back everything we take from the environment. We also support Forest Certification and Chain of Custody – it’s guaranteed that the wood we source only ever comes from well-managed, sustainable forests. All our cabins are sourced from, PEFC materials.
Maximise the life of your Log Cabin with Timber Treatment
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During assembly of your garden building, some of the pre-treated floor and foundations beams may need be trimmed to length. Any freshly exposed timber should be treated using a suitable end grain treatment. As soon as you have fully assembled your log cabin you should treat the timber with a suitable wood preservative. Your cabin will benefit from regular inspection and maintenance. Please refer to the coating manufacture’s guidelines for recommended usage.
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Building Settlement
All log cabins settle within a few months. The timber cabin walls will compress as roof and wind loads are applied and the joints close up. Moisture content of the logs will also vary from season to season, which will cause expansion and contraction of the wall logs. This is natural occurrence, which can be limited by the application of an exterior treatment. Please do not affix anything to the logs that may restrict the log movement and settling process.
Water Proofing your Finnforest Log Cabin Kit
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Your cabin design incorporates a Windblock system. While this provides a great deal of protection against the elements, there are some things that you can do to protect your cabin even further.
Damp Proof Membrane.
-You may want to lay D.P.M strips directly on the top of the floor beams and foundation beams to isolate any moisture soaked into the foundation.
Silicone sealant.
To ensure your garden log cabin is as weatherproof as possible, the following areas will needed to be sealed after the cabin has been coated.
-Around the window/door frames
-From eaves to foundation at each corner (3 joints per corner)
-Any gaps visible on the log ends
These sealants are widely available and easy to use, however they will need to be re-applied regularly throughout the life of your cabin.
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Internal Storm Battens
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Some log cabins are fitted with internal storm battens (wooden battens, fixed to the interior of the cabin with coach bolts). It may be necessary to release the tension of the lower coach bolt to allow the storm batter to move freely and sit flush against the cabin wall. This should be checked regularly throughout the life of your cabin to prevent gaps opening up between the logs.
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Integral storm rods
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Some log cabins are fitted with integral storm rods (threaded metal rods, running through the centre of the logs). When fitting integral storm rods, ensure that there is approximately 50mm of clearance between the bottom end of the storm rod and your base allowing the cabin to settle without the storm rod pushing upwards and damaging the cabin. This clearance should be checked regularly throughout the life of your cabin whilst also ensuring the fixings are kept tight.
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Our current range of Finnforest Log Cabins include:
Log Cabins provide the perfect quiet retreat, guest house or playroom for those wanting to add more space to their home without the stress of getting the builders in.
If you have any questions, please feel free to give a member of our team a call, who will be happy to help.
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