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Pressure Treated Log Cabins
If you want a gorgeous garden cabin without the hassle of regular maintenance, then choosing an option with pressure-treated timber is your best choice. By pressure- rather than dip-treating our high-quality European timber, we can create a garden cabin that bears the BillyOh 15-year guarantee against rot, decay, and insect infestation.
And with a range of sizes from 3.5 x 2m cabins to premium 5 x 4m models, there’s something on offer to fit every garden. So for a log cabin with a traditional wood-stained aesthetic and protection against even harsh weather for years to come, think about investing in a pressure-treated cabin.
And for more information, check out our post: pressure treatment explained.
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Why Choose A Pressure Treated Cabin?
Think style, luxury, and a garden building that will last you for years to come. Pressure-treated log cabins are the next step up. So if you’re looking for a luxury cabin, why not get one that comes ready pressure-treated for maximum protection and ease.
And with sturdy and durable tongue and groove panels, your log cabin will feature strong construction without compromising on a smooth exterior that’s big on aesthetic appeal. Customisable across a range of cladding thicknesses (from 19mm to 28 and 44mm), you can create the garden building that best suits your needs.
And from log cabin summer houses to our traditional-looking pressure-treated models, we offer a large range of sizes and options to fit all gardens and suit all buyers.
Use your pressure-treated log cabin however you see fit; perfect for home offices, entertainment rooms, summer houses, or even in lieu of an extension to your home.
What Are the Advantages of Pressure Treated Wood?
If you’re looking for a luxury log cabin, or a build suitable for year-round use and harsh weather conditions, consider getting a pressure-treated model. We offer pressure treatment for most of our range of sheds and summer houses as well.
By pressure treating the already high-quality European sourced timber that we use when building all our products, you’ll be left with a water and weather-resistant cabin that’s far less maintenance. Introducing the wood to chemicals and preservatives allows this form of treatment to penetrate the timber, unlike dip-treatments that are only surface level and will require regular maintenance (and associated costs) over the years. Plus, the wood stain offered by pressure-treating offers a traditional, alpine aesthetic.
That's why our range of cabins that have been pressure treated come with a BillyOh 15-year guarantee against rot, decay, and insect infestation on all our pressure-treated log cabins. This heavy-duty option is perfect for those who want a cabin that doesn’t require a lot of maintenance whilst saving money in the long run.
Cladding: Roof & Floor
A pressure-treated log cabin will also require less attention during the winter months. With tongue and groove logs constructed from pre-cut timber, you'll have a timber building suitable for year-round use depending on your choice of cladding thickness.
And with a wide range of options, you can customise your log cabin to become the perfect space for you. If you still want improved insulation on a pressure-treated building, you can always opt for thicker roof boards (where the highest percentage of heat loss occurs), or simply install an insulation kit.
Garden Offices, Garden Studio, Extra Storage
Whether you want extra space for garden offices or just additional space to spend some time in the garden, a pressure-treated log cabin opens up a world of possibilities. From office space to garden space, a garden cabin is a perfect addition to your home for spacious living. And with lots of storage options, you don't have to have a cosy cabin or a shed - you can have both!
Pent and Flat Roof Models
With our forward-thinking pressure-treated models, we also offer pent roof designs. Unlike a traditional style roof (like an apex), these modern log cabins complement the gorgeous natural stain of the pressure treatment.
Corner Log Cabins
And with a range of garden building options, you're sure to find a pressure-treated log cabin in your desired size. Perfect for using awkward corners and garden plans!
Or turn your cabin into a garden studio with some of our larger log cabins.
Guarantee
With your personal space also comes a BillyOh 10-year guarantee against rot, decay, and insect infestation on your garden building.
Planning Permission
Your garden log cabin shouldn't require planning permission. This is because all of our garden cabin kits are measured and cut by expert craftsmen to dimensions that fall under 'permitted development'.
So as long as your pressure-treated log cabin won't take up more than 50% of your garden, be intended for permanent residential use or be built past the line of your front wall, then you shouldn't require planning permission. You can also always double-check with your local authorities.
Customers
And if you're still unsure about what model to pick from our range of cabins, why not check out some customer stories?
See how our satisfied customers created the perfect space using their BillyOh building.
Deliveries
Our pressure-treated log cabins come with a 15-year guarantee against rot with loads of optional extras to choose from. Get in touch with our customer service team for any further questions, including regarding our fast and free delivery across most of mainland UK. Just get started by typing in your delivery address today!
Why Choose A Pressure Treated Cabin?
Think style, luxury, and a garden building that will last you for years to come. Pressure-treated log cabins are the next step up. So if you’re looking for a luxury cabin, why not get one that comes ready pressure-treated for maximum protection and ease.
And with sturdy and durable tongue and groove panels, your log cabin will feature strong construction without compromising on a smooth exterior that’s big on aesthetic appeal. Customisable across a range of cladding thicknesses (from 19mm to 28 and 44mm), you can create the garden building that best suits your needs.
And from log cabin summer houses to our traditional-looking pressure-treated models, we offer a large range of sizes and options to fit all gardens and suit all buyers.
Use your pressure-treated log cabin however you see fit; perfect for home offices, entertainment rooms, summer houses, or even in lieu of an extension to your home.
What Are the Advantages of Pressure Treated Wood?
If you’re looking for a luxury log cabin, or a build suitable for year-round use and harsh weather conditions, consider getting a pressure-treated model. We offer pressure treatment for most of our range of sheds and summer houses as well.
By pressure treating the already high-quality European sourced timber that we use when building all our products, you’ll be left with a water and weather-resistant cabin that’s far less maintenance. Introducing the wood to chemicals and preservatives allows this form of treatment to penetrate the timber, unlike dip-treatments that are only surface level and will require regular maintenance (and associated costs) over the years. Plus, the wood stain offered by pressure-treating offers a traditional, alpine aesthetic.
That's why our range of cabins that have been pressure treated come with a BillyOh 15-year guarantee against rot, decay, and insect infestation on all our pressure-treated log cabins. This heavy-duty option is perfect for those who want a cabin that doesn’t require a lot of maintenance whilst saving money in the long run.
Cladding: Roof & Floor
A pressure-treated log cabin will also require less attention during the winter months. With tongue and groove logs constructed from pre-cut timber, you'll have a timber building suitable for year-round use depending on your choice of cladding thickness.
And with a wide range of options, you can customise your log cabin to become the perfect space for you. If you still want improved insulation on a pressure-treated building, you can always opt for thicker roof boards (where the highest percentage of heat loss occurs), or simply install an insulation kit.
Garden Offices, Garden Studio, Extra Storage
Whether you want extra space for garden offices or just additional space to spend some time in the garden, a pressure-treated log cabin opens up a world of possibilities. From office space to garden space, a garden cabin is a perfect addition to your home for spacious living. And with lots of storage options, you don't have to have a cosy cabin or a shed - you can have both!
Pent and Flat Roof Models
With our forward-thinking pressure-treated models, we also offer pent roof designs. Unlike a traditional style roof (like an apex), these modern log cabins complement the gorgeous natural stain of the pressure treatment.
Corner Log Cabins
And with a range of garden building options, you're sure to find a pressure-treated log cabin in your desired size. Perfect for using awkward corners and garden plans!
Or turn your cabin into a garden studio with some of our larger log cabins.
Guarantee
With your personal space also comes a BillyOh 10-year guarantee against rot, decay, and insect infestation on your garden building.
Planning Permission
Your garden log cabin shouldn't require planning permission. This is because all of our garden cabin kits are measured and cut by expert craftsmen to dimensions that fall under 'permitted development'.
So as long as your pressure-treated log cabin won't take up more than 50% of your garden, be intended for permanent residential use or be built past the line of your front wall, then you shouldn't require planning permission. You can also always double-check with your local authorities.
Customers
And if you're still unsure about what model to pick from our range of cabins, why not check out some customer stories?
See how our satisfied customers created the perfect space using their BillyOh building.
Deliveries
Our pressure-treated log cabins come with a 15-year guarantee against rot with loads of optional extras to choose from. Get in touch with our customer service team for any further questions, including regarding our fast and free delivery across most of mainland UK. Just get started by typing in your delivery address today!
- Do you need planning permission for a pressure-treated log cabin?
- What are your best pressure-treated log cabins?
- What is the best wood for a contemporary log cabin?
- Can you put a toilet in a log cabin?
- How thick should a log cabin wall be?
- How to insulate a log cabin
- How do you treat log cabin wood?
- Are log cabins high maintenance?
- How long do log cabins last for?
- How to build a log cabin
If your log cabin doesn’t exceed 50% of your garden size or the front of your house, it should fall under ‘permitted development’, meaning you wouldn’t require planning permission. However, we’d still advise checking with your local planning authority first. Or you can read our guide to log cabin planning permission.
Whilst we offer pressure-treatment as an optional extra on most of our log cabins, our favourite ready-treated cabins would have to be:
With a wide range of sizes and strong tongue and groove construction in 2 thicknesses, we think you’ll fall in love with our premium pressure-treated Dorset log cabin. The timeless design with a reverse apex roof and wide opening double doors and windows make this cabin a must-have.
Designed to complement any garden, the Fraya is a highly versatile and adaptable pressure-treated garden building. The Fraya features a contemporary pent design and modern front overhang, adding style as well as practicality. You can further customise aspects of this log cabin to suit your tastes and needs.
The Devon suits any garden space, giving you a great place to relax in the comfort of your own garden. The glazed double doors and opening window provide natural light and fresh air, while the wide range of customizable options gives you full control. The Devon comes with 11mm tongue and groove flooring and roof and premium roof felt as standard.
The Winchester is a traditional alpine-style pressure-treated cabin with opening windows and windowed double doors that gives a bright and airy interior. Customise your building to suit you. Complete with Floor, Roof and Felt as standard.
There are several different types of timber which log cabins are commonly made from, each offering a unique set of features.
- Spruce - Aesthetically pleasing option. Structurally strong. A more expensive option.
- Pine - Cheaper option. Less dense than spruce. Requires less treatment to prevent rotting.
- Cedar - Softwood. Easier to work and offers a long lifespan. Weather resistant. A premium timber.
Douglas Fir - Durable alternative. Fairly resistant to rot. Doesn’t fully accept treatment causing increased maintenance and reduced lifespan.
Yes, you definitely can. With some planning and either know-how or hiring a plumber, you can install a variety of bathroom options in your garden building. Just remember that converting your log cabin into permanent living quarters may require planning permission. So check with your local council. Otherwise, check out our quick guide to installing utilities in your garden building.
The ideal thickness for your log cabin depends on where you live, the weather you experience, and how you plan to use it throughout the year.
Our BillyOh log cabins vary in thickness from 19mm to 44m. Each of these offers a different level of durability and strength. The thicker the log, the stronger and insulated your log cabin will be. This means you’ll be able to use it more often throughout the year, even in harsh and cold weather.
However, thinner log cladding can be better for summer use. Either way, all our log cabins are built from high-quality materials with a strong tongue and groove seal that ensures long-lasting quality.
Insulating a log cabin is by no means an essential. Depending on your chosen log thickness, and what you intend to use it for, your log cabin will be sufficiently insulated for most usage.
However, if you plan to spend a large amount of time in your log cabin i.e. during winter, for work, or even overnight, then it’s worth considering. You can insulate your log cabin by laying Celotex boards underneath flooring and under roof cladding. For more, read our guide on insulating a log cabin.
There are a number of different ways in which log cabin wood can be treated. They include:
- Water-based treatments - This requires no primer and can be applied directly onto wood, after first removing any grease, wax or dirt from your cabin’s exterior. This treatment should be applied every year.
- Solvent/spirit-based treatments - This is an effective form of treatment which involves a gentle application to ensure it is smooth with an even coating. It is recommended to apply this every three or so years.
- Oil-based treatment - The UV-protection ensures that this is a long lasting treatment type, only requiring retouching every five or so years. The treatment soaks into timber, providing strong weather protection.
Pressure treatment - This introduces wood preservatives deep into pre-cut timber in a vacuum, ensuring excellent protection against harsh weather conditions. Pressure-treated wood requires little maintenance and can save you money in the long run. That’s why we offer it as an option on many of our garden buildings.
This is partially dependent on the type of treatment you applied to your log cabin. For example, choosing the add-on of pressure-treated timber means your garden cabin will require far less maintenance in the long run. But no, log cabins aren’t particularly any more high maintenance than any garden building. You get out what you put in. Just make sure to keep your roof clear of debris, maintain a healthy airflow to prevent damp, and sand, prime, and treat your timber as necessary.
For more, read our guide on preventing damp in your garden building.
This is dependent on a number of different factors including wood treatment and thickness, weather conditions, and care. However, the BillyOh guarantee covers log cabins against rot, decay, and insect infestation for up to 10 years (up to 15 for pressure-treated garden buildings). With proper care and maintenance, you could extend your log cabin’s life well beyond that.
Our BillyOh contemporary log cabins are made with high-quality materials and designed to be easy and simple to assemble. Simply follow the digital assembly instructions included in your order confirmation. With a team of at least 2 people, you can fit the interlocking tongue and groove logs together and have your log cabin up in no time!