Description

Inspired by the classic log cabin look, the 12 x 8 Tunstall Log Cabin from Shire really catches the attention with its traditional exterior. With an attractive roof overhang completing the look of this elegantly designed log cabin, it is certain to look fantastic in your garden and provide a great new space to spend your time.

At elbec, we are confident that our log cabins are the perfect way to make the most of your unused garden space and provide a wonderful spot to relax in comfort all year round.

Ways to Make the Most of Your Tunstall Log Cabin

There are loads of ways to make the most out of a Tunstall Log Cabin. As a place to spend your leisure time all year round, a log cabin really is hard to beat. When the weather is warmer, you have the perfect, airy spot to relax with a drink or two if you throw open the window and double doors. It could also provide the perfect backdrop for a lively summer gathering. Why not set up a table inside with all the things you need for a barbecue during the day and head inside later on to keep the good times going if it gets colder in the evening? For the rest of the year, you should find the interior more than cosy enough to spend your time in. With some comfy furniture and decorated in your own personal style, it could be an ideal sitting room for all the family. With the double doors and window open, you will have a breezy, cool place to spend your time. Alternatively, keep them closed to give you a nice, snug indoor space. This means you can really make the most of your log cabin whatever the outside conditions are. The 12 x 8 could also be just the right space for you to use as a home office. Getting away from any potential distractions in your home and into the quietude of your log cabin could be exactly what you need to boost your work productivity. However you decide to use it, and with larger or custom sized cabins available in the range, we are confident that a Tunstall Log Cabin will become your new favourite place to spend your time.

Why Others Tell Us They Love the Tunstall

Admirers of the Tunstall are usually those who love the traditional log cabin look. The stunning Georgian style double doors and window really add to this classic feel, and the handcrafted joinery used on them really shows off the quality of this log cabin. This superiority of the handcrafted joinery on the window and doors puts the Tunstall and, indeed, all Shire Log Cabins, in a different class. This feature just cannot be found on log cabins from elsewhere. As you step inside, you will immediately notice the quality of the timber walls and what a fantastic look and atmosphere this provides. The generous headroom and thick roof beams inside combined with plentiful light from the window and full length double doors ensure the interior feels spacious and open. Our customers often like to add their own personal touch by painting their log cabins which look fantastic in any colour. Shire recommends you use Protek paint, available from elbec in a wide variety of colours. By using Protek Royal Exterior, you can make the Tunstall look exactly how you want it while adding extra protection to the timber. With the more traditional looking log cabins, customers often prefer a natural look, choosing ‘clear’ or other wood shades for their cabins. But Protek really does have a colour to suit any taste.

Features

A Shire Log Cabin is built to last, and the Tunstall is no exception. With overlapping corner logs and 4-way corner joints used by Shire as standard, you’ll be impressed by the strength, stability and sturdy feel of the Tunstall Log Cabin. The Shire draught seal system fitted on all external windows and doors ensure that you will be snug in your log cabin. The Tunstall has a choice of log wall thickness between 28mm and 70mm. A popular choice among our customers is to opt for a thicker wall log, which also means you will automatically receive an upgraded roof, floor and joists. This gives you an even sturdier construction and further usability throughout the year. You also have the option to upgrade to double glazed windows for an all year round cosier feel. Optional Celotex floor and roof insulation is available so you can make full use of your log cabin whatever the weather. At the time of assembly, you can choose which side you would like the window and door, giving you extra flexibility to adapt the log cabin to your garden. You can also purchase and construct your log cabin in the confidence that all Shire Log Cabins can be dismantled and rebuilt should you ever decide to move. We’re pleased to offer the option of booking our dedicated professionals who will assemble your log cabin quickly and correctly. However, you can choose to use the comprehensive instructions included with the log cabin and construct it yourself.

Range of Customisations Options

At elbec, we offer a wide range of customisation options on all our Shire log cabins to help give you your perfect cabin. Why not upgrade to double glazed windows and doors for a really snug interior to your log cabin all year round? Take a look at our range of customisations above to make the changes you want.

Feel free to email us to discuss our full range of customisation and product options, or better still, give us a call so we can find the perfect log cabin to suit your needs.  Alternatively, why not visit us at our Brookfields Garden Centre showsite near Nottingham? One of our helpful advisors will be on hand to show you around so you can really appreciate the look, feel and quality of our log cabins.

Bespoke and Made to Measure Cabins

All our Shire Log Cabins are made to order. As well as our extensive number of standard sizes and customisation options, you can choose to have the Tunstall designed by you from scratch. Browse our bespoke and made to measure page where you will see there are loads of ways we can make changes to your log cabin to suit your needs.

Many customers choose this service if they have a certain size for their log cabin in mind that is not offered on our website. But did you know that as well as made to measure sizes, you can add one of our stylish terraced areas to your cabin, for a delightful outdoor space for you to relax on a sunny day, and much more? Send us an email or call us today for a free quote or if you have any queries about what we can provide as part of our bespoke and made to measure service.

Door/Window Specification

Handcrafted Joinery Windows and Doors are supplied as standard. Windows can be hinged either at the top, right hand side or left hand side and all external Windows and Doors feature the Shire Draught Seal System and Drip Bar.

About the Timber

You will be impressed by Shire's use of natural products and their environmental credentials. A high quality timber log cabin starts with high quality timber, so it is important to know exactly what timber is being used for your log cabin. The most commonly used timber for garden buildings is pine (pinus) as this is widely available for a very cheap price, however all of Shire's garden buildings are constructed using high quality spruce (picea) and is sourced from sustainably sourced timber. Spruce is more durable than pine and provides a higher quality finish. This timber is slow grown unlike fast grown British and Eastern Europe's timber, being slow grown timber means a tighter grain, less sap and with far fewer knots. The timber used on Shire's log cabins is therefore a more durable timber that will last much longer than other timbers used on log cabins. Spruce is therefore the timber of choice for companies such as Shire who always look to produce the best garden building.

Base

It is important that the base for your log cabin is firm and level. You can request 'Guidelines for Preparing a Concrete Base' through our 'Contact Us' Section.

About Shire

Established in 1945 Shire are the country's leading and one of the oldest established manufacturer of garden buildings. Shire benefit from being adjacent to the Port of Wisbech through which Shire discharge timber into their warehouses. Shire is the proud manufacturer of the largest timber garden building range produced in the UK. At peak times they produce thousands of buildings a week. Their range includes Garden Sheds, Log Cabins, Eco Homes, Home Offices, Sheds, Workshops, Summerhouses, Playhouses, Arbours, Storage units and Pet houses. Their production facilities cover some 23 acres and include huge undercover stock holding facilities for many of their ranges, an advanced high speed timber planing mill, modern well equipped joinery production facility and semi-automated production lines. All Shire garden buildings are manufactured in the UK using the finest spruce timber, imported directly and machined through the most up to date machines to ensure the best quality and best value for money log cabins in the UK.

About your Log Cabin Order

If you think a Shire Tunstall Log Cabin is perfect for you, have a look at our FAQs for Shire Log Cabins where we go over the finer details. These range from preparing the base on which to build your log cabin, to arranging delivery of your purchase. We hope you’ll find the FAQs informative and comprehensive, but do not hesitate to contact us with any queries you feel we haven’t covered or would like to discuss in greater detail.

Picture shows footprint of 3590mmG (Door Side) x 2390mm (12'G x 8') Shire Tunstall Log Cabin in 44mm Log Thickness with optional side window. The base sizes are taken to the extreme external length of the log including the corner joints that protrude. The base measurements do not include any roof overhangs. The double doors shown are located on the 12ft front width.

All Shire Log Cabins are supplied untreated. You must apply a wood treatment to the exterior. Shire recommends Protek Royal Exterior wood treatment, available from elbec in many different colours. This will protect the timber from weathering, making it last longer. The timber treatment will need to be repeated periodically in line with the manufacturer's instructions.

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Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE DELIVERED TO KERBSIDE AND ARE FLAT PACKED READY FOR ASSEMBLY

FREE delivery is offered to the majority of mainland UK postcodes but some areas may incur a surcharge and some postcode areas are not covered at all. Please check your postcode in the ‘Delivery cost checker’ above to confirm availability and any possible surcharges.

Delivery Leadtimes
The estimated delivery lead time for this product is identified on the product page above. Lead times are in working days (Monday - Friday) excludes Bank Holidays. These estimated lead times are provided by the manufacturers and are not guaranteed - due to fluctuation in demand - but are provided in good faith and are representative of delivery at that time. Some remote areas will take a little longer.

Booking Delivery
By entering your postal code in the ‘Pick a delivery day. ENTER POSTCODE’ Box above you can select a delivery date. The evening before this delivery date you will be sent a text message (where a mobile has been provided) with an estimated delivery window.  This update can only be provided where a mobile number has been supplied on the billing address section at the time of checkout.

Upon Delivery
Delivery is made by Shire the manufacturer. Delivery of this item is typically made by a 17 ton flat-bed (similar size to a council refuse lorry). Delivery is typically between 7am and 7pm. The delivery drivers are only insured to deliver to kerb side or driveway. We would not risk damaging your property whilst delivering a product. Unfortunately we will not be able to go through your property. Deliveries are hand-balled off by the driver.

We would recommend against arranging for a third party to install the building before it's been delivered and checked that all parts are present, as we cannot be held liable for any third-party costs.

Installation option
If you are choosing the installation option after placing your order you’ll be contacted within 5 working days by Shire the manufacturer either by a text message or automated telephone message (the latter if a mobile number is not supplied). This message will supply you with the name of the website to go on to where you will be required to accept the terms and conditions for assembly. Any delay in accepting these terms and conditions may affect your timescale. Once you have accepted these terms and conditions you will be contacted during the timescale with a date for the delivery/assembly of your order. The installation option will extend your lead time by up to 15-25 working days. This may take longer during seasonal periods. Please be aware that the installation team will require full access to your garden, 18" clearance all around the building and a firm and level base. Shire's installation team will not bring a building through your home as they are not covered by insurance to enter a customer’s home.

Specification

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The 12 x 8 Shire Tunstall Log Cabin has an attractive, traditional exterior that is certain to look great in any garden. The key features of this classic design include:

• Attractive overhanging roof forming a key part of the classic look of this cabin and makes it one of the most popular log cabins in the UK
• Full length, handcrafted joinery double doors in stunning Georgian style with matching window
• Unbeatable build quality you can rely on from a Shire Log Cabin
• Extensive range of made to measure sizes and bespoke options on this and all our Shire Log Cabins

Key Features

• FREE Delivery to UK Mainland*.
• FREE 2.5m Planning Friendly Ridge Height on log cabins with front widths of up to 4790mm (16').
• High grade slow grown Spruce timber means a tight grain giving extra strength, a much longer life and superior build quality that looks attractive in the garden.
• High quality 28mm interlocking logs as standard for a strong and durable log cabin, with optional 34mm, 44mm and 70mm log upgrades.
• Shire Draught Seal System included on all external window(s) and door(s).
• Drip bars above windows and doors to help divert the rain away from the log cabin.
• The roof and floor are made from thick tongue and groove making them durable and provides an attractive interior to this log cabin.
• 34mm x 61mm Pressure treated floor bearers ensure a high quality and long-lasting building.
• Full length joinery glazed lockable double doors for an impressive and secure entrance.
• Glass is used so you can rely on the clarity of your windows and doors for years to come.
• A 600mm (2ft) roof overhang adds an impressive touch to the exterior and an outside place to shelter (the roof overhang is not included in the base measurement).
• Generous roof height.
• Inside is finished off neatly with skirting boards.
• Available in a large choice of sizes.
• All buildings are made to order and are built and designed in the UK.
• Delivered flat packed with comprehensive instructions, fittings and heavy duty roofing felt to ensure installation is as straightforward as possible.
• Made from sustainably sourced timberthroughout to produce an environmentally friendly log cabin.
• Optional felt roof tiles can add an impressive finish to the cabin
• Optional 4mm toughened glass and 14mm double glazing can help keep youngsters safe and adds even more insulation and warmth.
• Optional side window(s) and window box(s) to style the log cabin to make sure it is just right for you.
• Optional Terrace for extra space.
• Optional Verandah provides extra space and cover.
• Option to have your log cabin installed by our professional team of fitters.
• Made to Measure Service available on this Log Cabin to whatever size and style you require just call or email for a free quote.