Small Gallery of Customer Log Cabins We’ve Built
Explore our gallery of log cabins supplied and installed for customers across the UK. From peaceful garden retreats and practical hobby rooms to stylish spaces for relaxing and entertaining, discover how the perfect log cabin can transform your garden.
Customers Log Cabins Supplied
Recently our installers were in Guildford to build our customer's Trentan 5.2m x 3.7m x 44mm Brookwood log cabin. They also laid the cabin's heavy duty timber subframe base and included roof and floor insulation, an extra single window, guttering and laminate flooring to the cabin. Please come and visit our extensive display site to view the Brookwood and additional log cabins and garden buildings we have on show; we're open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm 🙂
Last week our installers were in Rochester to build one of our Humber Rochester apex log cabins! The size is 4.6m x 4m x 44mm with an EPDM rubber roof and PVCu windows and door frames in Anthracite Grey. Our installers also laid the cabin's timber over base, included roof and floor insulation, gutters and laminate floor in Tawney Chestnut. The customer also purchased their Demidekk Cleantech paint in Fog Mist from ourselves and our painter will visit soon to paint the cabin.
Last week our installers were in Guildford to build one of our Humber Tonbridge pent log cabins. The size is 5.8m x 2.8m x 44mm with an EPDM rubber roof and PVCu windows and door frames in Anthracite Grey with an additional side window included. Our installers also laid the cabin's heavy duty timber subframe base, included roof and floor insulation and laminate floor in Tawny Chestnut. The customer also purchased their Demidekk Cleantech paint in French Grey from ourselves and our painter will visit soon to paint the cabin. And then our electrician will visit to fit the electrics.
Recently our hard working installers were in Guildford to build our customer's Humber 4.6m x 2.8m x 44mm Tonbridge pent log cabin. We also laid the cabin's heavy duty timber subframe base and the cabin came with Anthracite Grey PVCu windows and door frames and an EPDM rubber roof. We included roof and floor insulation, guttering and laminate floor in Chestnut Oak. The customer also purchased their Demidekk Cleantech paint from ourselves and our painter will visit shortly to paint the cabin. Please visit our show site where we have a Tonbridge on display together with many other garden buildings; we're open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm 🙂
Recently our installers were in Merton to build our customer's Trentan 3.3m x 2.4m x 44mm Bagshot Mini log cabin. We included guttering, roof and floor insulation and the long lasting EPDM rubber roofing for the cabin together with an extra window and upgraded door handle. The customer purchased their Demidekk Cleantech paint from ourselves and our painter will visit shortly to paint the cabin 🙂
Recently our hard working installers were in Alton to build our customer's Trentan 4.85m x 3m x 44mm Wonersh 2 multi-room log cabin 🙂 Optional extras shown. AI-enhanced background; log cabin unchanged.
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Choosing a 70mm Log Cabin
What Does 70mm Mean on a Log Cabin?
On a 70mm log cabin, the 70mm measurement refers to the nominal thickness of the interlocking timber boards forming the main external walls. Compared with a lighter wall specification, the additional timber gives the walls greater mass, rigidity and natural resistance to heat passing through them.
That does not mean a 70mm cabin should be judged on wall thickness alone. The roof, floor, glazing, doors, ventilation, insulation, heating, base and quality of installation all contribute to how the finished building performs. A good garden room is a complete system, not one impressive number in a specification.
Who Should Consider a 70mm Garden Log Cabin?
I would seriously consider a 70mm cabin if you want a substantial timber garden building that will be furnished and used regularly. Typical uses include home offices, creative studios, music rooms, gyms, games rooms and comfortable leisure spaces.
Thicker walls can be particularly attractive where the building is large or regular colder-weather use is important. They aren’t automatically necessary for everyone, though. If you’ll mainly use your cabin occasionally or during the warmer months, a well-specified 44mm log cabin may be the more sensible choice.
My Advice When Choosing a 70mm Log Cabin
After working with timber garden buildings since 1979, my advice is to start with what you want the finished room to do rather than assuming the thickest wall must automatically be best. Consider how often you will use it, whether you intend to heat it during winter, what furniture and equipment will go inside and how much usable floor area you actually need.
Then compare the complete construction. Look at the walls, roof, floor, glazing, doors, insulation, base and installation rather than comparing prices or wall thicknesses in isolation. Our log cabin buyer’s guide explains the main points worth considering before ordering, while our main log cabins and garden log cabins range lets you compare the different specifications available.
Garden Building Experience Since 1979
Why My Experience Matters
I’m Robin Antill, founder of 1st Choice Leisure Buildings. I left school at 15 and started Marina Sheds in 1979. I sold Marina Sheds in 1990, although unfortunately I did not receive all the money due from the sale. In 1992, we expanded into summerhouses, garages, garden rooms and log cabins, and changed the name to Titan Garden Buildings. My son Craig joined us that year after studying carpentry at Guildford College from 1990. We sold Titan Garden Buildings in 1998 and formed 1st Choice Leisure Buildings in 2000 so we could retail carefully selected quality garden buildings from other manufacturers. Craig now runs the day-to-day business, and I continue to support him and the team as required.
70mm vs 44mm Cabins and Specifications
70mm or 44mm Log Cabin?
A 70mm wall contains substantially more timber than a 44mm wall. This provides greater wall mass and natural thermal resistance, but it doesn’t automatically make a 70mm cabin the better choice.
For many garden offices, studios, hobby rooms, gyms and general leisure spaces, a good 44mm log cabin is worth considering first. I would look more closely at 70mm where the cabin will be used frequently, heated for longer periods in colder weather, is particularly large, or where you want the added mass and solidity of thicker timber construction.
What Else Should You Compare?
Roof and Floor Insulation
Thicker timber walls are only one part of the thermal envelope. Heat can also escape through the roof, floor, windows and doors. If you use it regularly in winter, roof and floor insulation can be particularly worthwhile. If thermal performance is a priority, you can compare our insulated log cabins.
Windows and Doors
Glazing affects natural light, comfort and how you can arrange the room. Check what glazing is included rather than assuming every apparently similar cabin has the same specification. Also consider where the doors and windows are positioned, because additional glazing isn’t necessarily useful if it removes the wall space needed for desks, cupboards, shelving, or other furniture.
Floor Construction
The floor carries everything you put inside the cabin. Pay close attention if you plan to use heavy desks, storage, gym equipment, game equipment, or other substantial furniture. Check the complete floor specification and what is included with the individual model.
Internal Layout
Before choosing the cabin size, mark out the proposed room and position your furniture or equipment within it. Allow enough space to move comfortably around desks, sofas, gym equipment, tables and storage. A larger external footprint does not automatically produce a better room if the doors and windows make the internal layout difficult to use.
Base and Installation
A substantial timber building depends on a firm, stable and level foundation. An unsuitable base can affect the structure and the operation of doors and windows regardless of how thick the walls are. The final building specification should always determine the exact base dimensions, not a nominal cabin size.
Our log cabin base guide explains the main foundation options and why accurate preparation is important. We can also arrange additional garden building services where required.
Common Mistakes When Choosing a 70mm Cabin
Common Mistakes When Choosing a 70mm Cabin
Choosing 70mm Simply Because It Is Thicker
More timber is not automatically better value if you do not need it. Choose 70mm because the construction suits your intended use rather than simply because 70 is a larger number than 44.
Assuming Thick Walls Mean the Cabin Is Fully Insulated
70mm solid timber walls provide greater natural thermal resistance than thinner timber walls, but they are not the same thing as a complete insulation system. For regular colder-weather use, consider the roof, floor, glazing, doors, ventilation and heating as well.
Comparing Prices Without Comparing Specifications
Two cabins with the same wall thickness can have very different overall specifications. Check the glazing, floor, roof covering, delivery, installation and available insulation before deciding which quotation offers better value.
Buying a Cabin That Only Just Fits
Allow practical working space around the building for installation and future maintenance. Timber walls should remain accessible for inspection and treatment, so squeezing a large cabin tightly between fences, walls or dense planting can create avoidable problems later.
Forgetting About Delivery Access
Large 70mm cabins contain substantial timber components. Consider how they will travel from the delivery vehicle to the prepared base and tell us about narrow gateways, side passages, steps, changes in level or other access restrictions before delivery.
70mm Log Cabin Questions and Answers
What does 70mm mean on a log cabin?
70mm normally refers to the nominal thickness of the interlocking solid timber boards used for the main external walls. It doesn’t mean every component of the building is 70mm thick, so check the roof, floor, glazing, doors, and any insulation separately.
Is a 70mm log cabin better than a 44mm cabin?
Not automatically. A 70mm wall provides more timber, greater wall mass and greater natural thermal resistance through the walls, but a 44mm cabin can be entirely suitable for many offices, studios, gyms and leisure uses. The best choice depends on how often you will use the building and its full specification.
Is a 70mm garden room suitable for a home office?
Yes. A 70mm garden room can be an excellent choice for a regularly used home office, particularly where substantial construction and colder-weather use are priorities. Plan the desk and storage layout, as well as the glazing, roof and floor insulation, heating, ventilation, electrics, and internet connection, before ordering.
Are 70mm log cabins insulated?
The 70mm walls are solid timber rather than a separate insulation system. Their greater thickness provides more natural thermal resistance than thinner timber walls, while suitable models can also have additional roof and floor insulation. Check the complete specification of the individual cabin before ordering.
Can I use a 70mm log cabin throughout the year?
Yes, but year-round comfort depends on much more than wall thickness. Roof and floor insulation, glazing, doors, ventilation, heating, cabin size and exposure to the weather all affect how comfortable the room will be during colder periods.
Do your 70mm cabins include double glazing and wooden floors?
The cabins currently displayed in our 70mm category include double glazing and wooden floors. Individual configurations and bespoke options can vary, so always check the final written product specification and quotation before ordering.
Do I need a concrete base for a 70mm log cabin?
Not necessarily. The key requirement is a suitable foundation that provides firm, stable, level support for the entire building. The best base depends on the cabin, site, and ground conditions, so confirm the requirements for your chosen model before preparing the site.
Can a 70mm log cabin be professionally installed?
Yes, professional installation is available on suitable 70mm cabins. With larger, heavier buildings, professional installation is especially useful because accurate positioning, squaring, and assembly affect how the walls, doors, and windows perform.
Can windows and doors be changed?
Bespoke options are available on suitable models. If you would prefer different door or window positions, discuss these before the building goes into manufacture. Planning your internal furniture layout first makes it much easier to decide where openings will work best.
Can electrics be added to a 70mm cabin?
Electrical services can be planned for garden buildings. Before furnishing the room, consider lighting, sockets, computers, internet equipment, televisions, heaters, or gym equipment so you can position sockets and other electrical points sensibly. Electrical work should be carried out by an appropriately qualified professional.
Can I see a 70mm log cabin before buying?
Yes. You can visit our Surrey showrooms near Guildford and Woking to inspect representative garden buildings and compare timber thickness, glazing, floors, roof construction and overall size in person. We cannot display every cabin, so if you need to see a particular 70mm model, contact us before travelling to confirm what is currently on display.
Final Advice on 70mm Log Cabins
A Final Word From Robin
After more than four decades around garden buildings, 70mm log cabins have a clear place in the market, particularly for customers wanting substantial timber construction and a building intended for regular use. But I would not choose one simply because 70mm sounds better than 44mm.
Decide what you want the room to do, compare the complete construction, plan the internal layout and make sure the base and access are suitable. If colder-weather use matters, consider insulation and heating as part of the complete building rather than relying on thick walls alone.
If you are unsure whether a 70mm garden log cabin is right for you, visit our showrooms or speak to our team and we will help you compare the alternatives. Robin Antill, Founder, 1st Choice Leisure Buildings.
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