Delivery Area Map
Delivery Costs
Optional Assembly Service
Green Areas - Delivery Included (MAINLAND ONLY)
Yellow Areas - £100
Blue Areas - £150
Red Areas - Sorry Unable to Deliver
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Delivery Area Map
Delivery Costs
Optional Assembly Service
Green Areas - Delivery Included (MAINLAND ONLY)
Yellow Areas - £100
Blue Areas - £150
Red Areas - Sorry Unable to Deliver
Then how about our insulation package? This ideal solution & enables you to use your cabin all year round. More details on this page
Prices in order form above or use our contact form or phone to check out costs on (01483) 237550.
How About Adding Some Colour To Your Cabin? Personalise your building in a range of colours and make it so special. More details about our painted buildings on this page.
Click for Colour Chart Price quoted above in order form is sufficient for two coats of stain onto the assembled panels. Natural features of the wood such as grain, knows and fixings may still be visible
Click on map to see delivery postcodes.
Don’t Buy On Price Alone! – These buildings are exceptional value for money but no corners are cut in production. These Trentan cabins are NEVER made down to a price so be very wary of other products which seem especially cheap!.
Double Glazed Doors & Windows as Standard – Wooden Floor Included – 18mm Thick Long Lasting T&G Boards. Proper Timber – Not INFERIOR OSB – Assembly and Base Building Service
| Size: | Overall size is 5.4m x 5.2m (18ft x 17¼ft approx). Body of Cabin is approx 5.4m x 3.7m (18ft x 13¼ft approx) veranda area is 5.4m x 1.5m (18ft x 5ft). All sizes nominal. Apex or gable Cabins Style. Note this is the external size of the body of the cabin. The lugs extend 100mm on each corner making the overall size (as most other companies quote) 200m larger. We mention this so you know you are comparing ‘eggs with eggs’. Approximate clear internal size will be approx 5.1m x 3.6m. Please check with us if internal size is crucial. |
| Cladding: | Standard timber logs are substantial 70mm thick (nearly 3 inches thick) they interlock into each other and are cut from a top grade of Nordic timber, kiln dried timber from sustainable sources, to ensure the maximum stability and longevity of the timber. The log profile has designed wind-tight connections to ensure a superior resistance against wind. Untreated. 44mm option coming soon. |
| Roofs: | 18mm thick T&G boards used on the roof sections supported by strong roof beams. Roof beams meet EN 388 stringent standards. Untreated. Supplied with shingle (felt tiles) in either black, red, brown or green or Polyester based felt as standard. 300mm (approx 4in) overhang all round. |
| Balcony : | The covered enclosed balcony extends over the main doors providing shade and shelter for the cabin. This Cabin balcony is full width and approx 1.5m deep. |
| Floors: | Extra thick 28mm T&G untreated boards used on these Cabin floors. No nasties such as chipboard, OSB or other cheap sheet materials used on the floor, unlike some other Cabin suppliers. Floor joists are 70x45mm and are normally spaced no more than 650mm apart. All floor joists are pressure treated for long life as standard. |
| Doors: | Double joinery doors. Size of Cabin doors is 158cm x 200cm (62in x 78in). Supplied untreated. ¾ height with double glazed toughened glass. Beware of doors with single glazing or excessively high door sills. |
| Windows: | Two (2) ¾ length joinery quality inward opening windows are included as standard. Size of each window is 1200mm wide x 1320mm high (47in x 52in). Complete with easy adjust hinges, silicon gasket seals and delightful silver finish window handles. Supplied untreated as standard. Double glazed with toughened glass as standard NOT single glazed. |
| Lower Walls: | Height: 2180mm (85½in) – all Shere Cabins. |
| Ridge Height: | Shere Model 2 Cabins is 2511mm Shere Shere 1 Cabins height is 3123mm |
| Storm Protection: | Provided as standard are either ‘Wood Storm Protectors’ or threaded rods. This helps to ensure that the wall planks on your Cabin will remain tight together depending on the weather. |
| Fixings: | All required fixings (screws, nails etc) are included. |
| Treatment: | All Cabins are supplied untreated. |
| Installation: | Cabins are supplied in kit form for self build. Option for fitting through a third party if required. If being built you would require a concrete base or solid and level paving slab base. Optionally, we have an option for building a base for you in some areas. These Cabins are assembled by interlocking the panels for ease of taking it down again if you decide to move. |
| Delivery: | All log buildings are delivered and HIABed off the lorry This delivery cost is included in the shown price throughout central & Southern England (green areas on map). Delivery costs to Yellow and Blue areas can be seen on the order form or on delivery area page. |
| Insulation | The cabins are supplied with chunky timber walls (good U-values) and double glazing as standard and you can ensure that they are comfortable year-round with the addition of our insulated floor and roof upgrade. We use 50mm PIR Celotex / Kingspan in the roof and cover this with a structural grade 18mm OSB roof deck atop before fitting your specified roofing material. We will use 25mm PIR Celotex / Kingspan in the floor. The fitment of insulation will not affect the internal headroom in any way and prices shown will include for fitting when our teams install your cabin. |
| Optional Extras. | Extra doors and windows, assembly, timber bases – Please Ask |
Trentan Shere Cabin
When buying a cabin for the garden, it seems very straightforward to – click on the ‘web’, find the building in the size you want and then search for the best price. ‘Piece of Cake YES?
Well, not really, as there are so many different buildings available from the ‘cheap and possibly nasty’ right up to ones which would feel at home in a posh country home. To ensure you make the right decision, you need to do your homework to make the right choice and buy the right one for YOUR needs.
Always, where ever possible try to see your proposed new building before buying. This way you can ensure the quality of the building will meet your expectation. There’s no substitute for viewing these buildings ‘in the flesh’ so you can see the attention to detail given.
Don’t Buy On Price Alone
When choosing a new cabin for your garden you need to check out thoroughly the specifications of it. Examine the very high specifications below to ensure any prospective purchase meets the very high standards of the Trentan range of buildings. These buildings are exceptional value for money but no corners are cut in production. These Trentan units are NEVER made down to a price so be very wary of other products.
Examine The Quality
To be sure of the quality it’s great advice to view beforehand. You can then be the judge and decide whether the price is worth paying. Can that building you are looking at on the ‘web’ be viewed beforehand? And if not – WHY not?
All Year Round Use
All our Trentan buildings have double glazed windows as standard. Besides being warmer they add a higher level of security. And if you would like to benefit from all year round use – i.e. warm in the winter and cooler in the summer – we have options to help in this respect. Please chat with our friendly advisors who can explain your options.
Types and Styles of Cabins and Choosing the Right One
When buying a log cabin you must buy one which will suit you and your garden so rather than compromising we offer a very large range of styles which should suit all situations. Examine our range and see which ones will meet your precise needs.
Assembly Service
Besides the great quality of these buildings, we can arrange a fitting service for you. And besides that, we can also arrange to build a base, have your building painted and even add electrics. These services add up to their overall value of them. And it’s always worth checking out customer’s feedback to see what they say.
Floor Plan
Size of Cabin is 5.4m x 5.2m
Example Images of Trentan Shere Cabins
These images show just a few examples of these superb Trentan Log Cabins. Can sometimes be made in bespoke sizes and design to suit your needs. Paint colour treatment options. Double glazed as standard. Installation option. These buildings are so good you should really visit our showrooms and see them in ‘real life’. You won’t regret it.
Take a look in our photo galley to see many more images of these buildings as well as the options available and some of the special buildings made.
How About Adding Some Colour To Your Cabin?
Personalise your building in a range of colours and make it so special.
See A Few Example Painted Log Cabins Below. Download our colour chart to see all options by Click for Colour Chart
Limestone Blue White Paint
Cloverleaf Green Paint
French Grey - Volcanic Ash
Marina Blue White Paint
Please note that all colour shown are indicative only and will vary depending upon the light on the day the photo was taken. Additionally all screens will display the image differently. If exact colour is essential then please order a sample pot.
Get Painted Log Cabin Ideas From Our Trentan and Humber Buildings
Jungle Green Paint
Burlesque Paint
Spicy Brown Paint
Lapis Lazulia Paint
Please note that all colour shown are indicative only and will vary depending upon the light on the day the photo was taken. Additionally all screens will display the image differently. If exact colour is essential then please order a sample pot.
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- How Can I Get My log Cabin Assembled? What About Insulation or Painting?1st Choice specialises in offering an extensive collection of quality log buildings, so you can be assured that you will find your ideal building with a minimum of fuss. There are occasions, however, when other specialists are required to complete your project, and our years of experience in this field mean that we have built up a number of valuable connections with reliable tradespeople who we put forward here for your consideration. This is where we can help. We have contacts for base building, painting, insulation service, electrical work, building removal, and decking construction. All of these contacts are vetted by us so that you can be sure they will do a first-class job for you. Take away the worry about trying to find someone suitable and talk to us so we can help. Take a look on this additional services page or contact us directly so see if we can help.
- Where Can I Find Different (Bespoke) Sizes and Designs of Log CabinsWhen finding the perfect log cabin, sometimes the options off the shelf don't fit the bill. Whether it's a matter of size, layout, or simply wanting something unique, settling for less is not an option. How about designing the perfect garden cabin to complement your home's style? Our customisable designs offer the ideal retreat tailored to your preferences. Choose from standard models or fully bespoke options. Optional fitting, coloured treatment and multi-room configurations are available. Double glazing and floors are standard. Explore our bespoke cabin and options to create your dream space. Or contact us directly
- Who Can Help Building a Base? What About Painting or Adding Insulation? Electrics?1st Choice specialises in offering an extensive collection of quality buildings, so you can be assured that you will find your ideal building with a minimum of fuss. There are occasions, however, when other specialists are required to complete your project, and our years of experience in this field mean that we have built up a number of valuable connections with reliable tradespeople who we put forward here for your consideration. This is where we can help. We have contacts for base building, painting, insulation service, electrical work, building removal, and decking construction. All of these contacts are vetted by us so that you can be sure they will do a first-class job for you. Take away the worry about trying to find someone suitable and talk to us so we can help. Take a look on this additional services page or contact us directly so see if we can help.
- Why Is Viewing A Cabin In Person Essential Before Purchasing?
With the internet, it's often difficult to see what your new building will be like. This is why it's essential to view examples before delivery. This way, you can see how well it's been made, whether there is sufficient head height, whether the doors and windows are solidly made and how good the timber is
Whilst some internet-only companies may claim it's best to buy online, it is only sometimes possible to be sure what you are getting. If they are not prepared to let you see their buildings beforehand, then be wary. The cheapest price is only sometimes the best value.
1st Choice Show Rooms are near Woking, Ripley & Guildford in Surrey & Showcase Their Very High Quality Buildings
