Order a Bespoke Log Cabin

We request that you send us a detailed drawing or sketch of your bespoke building request so we can understand what you’re looking for and quote accordingly. See below FAQ section.

Please note: Our factory requires the dimensions listed on the drawing and cannot accept scaled drawings. The bespoke shop must have the dimensions for your building in metric (mm/cm/m).

Log thickness will have an impact on how you use your log cabin so this is important to consider when making your selection. The log thickness you choose can affect everything from its appearance to how well insulated it is.  

28mm logs: This thickness is the thinnest on offer for our log cabins making it suited for a building designed for seasonal or occasional use rather than full-time occupancy. For example, a summerhouse, hobby room, garden office (for use in warmer months) storage, hobby space, kids playroom, outdoor entertaining space or sheltered space to relax when the weather is warmer. This option provides some thermal protection, but the logs are not thick enough for year-round use. 

A garden building built with 28mm logs will provide a usable space for 6-9 months of the year. 

40mm logs: This is a mid-range wall thickness that provides better insulation and is stronger than 28mm but lighter and less expensive than models with thicker logs. This thickness is best suited to garden buildings that are required for more frequent and longer seasonal use. They can be used as a garden office, hobby room or workshop, a guest room or an entertaining space for most of the year and will maintain a comfortable temperature. However, if you plan to use your log cabin all year, we recommend a higher log thickness. 

45mm logs: This is a heavy-duty wall thickness that provides great insulation and is suitable for year-round use with little added insulation. This thickness is perfect for permanent garden offices, guest accommodation, studios or workshops, home gyms or garden bars. For winter comfort, this thickness would benefit from double glazing and roof or floor insulation. 

58mm logs: This thickness is designed for year-round use and can handle heavier demands than the lower thickness logs. 58mm logs are ideal for use as permanent garden offices, full guest accommodation, studios or workshops, home gyms or garden bars. A log cabin built with 58mm logs will perform well with minimal heating but will require roof and floor insulation paired with double glazing for maximum comfort and will make it close to a residential standard. 

70mm logs: A log cabin built with 70mm logs will be highly insulated, exceptionally strong and built for year-round and semi-residential use. Even in colder climates, 70mm logs can be used to create luxury garden offices, guest accommodation or granny annexes, holiday lodges or rentals, commercial uses, home gyms or entertainment lodges. 

92mm logs: This is an extremely heavy-duty option designed to provide residential-standard construction and exceptional insulation and structural strength. A log cabin built with 92mm logs can be used for full residential use or as a commercial space. Key uses include permanent living accommodation, luxury guest lodges or Airbnb units, commercial offices or retail premises and holiday homes.

We provide a range of doors and windows as part of our bespoke range. You can find the full list by downloading our pdf here. 

Please click here to view our full range of bespoke door and window options. 

Please include the model number (W0,DW0, SD, DD) which can be found at the bottom of each option on the PDF. See below FAQ section.

Eaves height refers to the distance between the lowest point of a roof slope (eaves) and the bottom of the cabin. This should be considered for a number of reasons. One of the main reasons is that eaves height plays a key factor in determining whether or not your log cabin will require planning permission. Buildings within 2 metres of a boundary must have an eaves height of no more than 2.5m. Eaves also have a role in protecting your log cabin from the elements and keeping your log cabin performing at its best throughout its lifetime. 

Ridge height is the distance between the bottom of the cabin and the roof (at its highest point). The external ridge height is measured from the base, while the internal ridge is measured from the log cabin floor. This is another factor that can affect planning permission in the UK so should be carefully considered. It’s also important when it comes to protecting the structural integrity of your log cabin and protecting it from the elements.

At Tuin, we offer two floor thicknesses for your bespoke log cabin. Each offering different qualities depending on how you intend to use your garden building. 

18mm flooring: This option is best suited to multi-use cabins such as offices, studios, gyms or guest rooms where the weight distribution varies. 18mm flooring offers good heat retention when insulated underneath and will provide a more premium finish to your log cabin than thinner flooring options. 

28mm flooring; This is a more heavy-duty option that can support heavier loads such as pool tables, large bookcases and heavy gym equipment without flexing. It can also provide added insulation and is best suited for high-load, high-traffic builds.

EPDM roofing material 

For our pent roof buildings, we provide EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) roofing material which is a rubberised roof covering that’s ideal for pent roof log cabins. It’s the best material for pent or flat roofs due to its ability to withstand extreme weather conditions. It requires little maintenance, is tear resistance, provides great insulation properties and a long lifespan. This material will be provided to meet the size of your bespoke log cabin and supplied with adhesive to apply to your roof during installation.

Felt roofing shingles 

If you opt for an apex roof, we will provide felt roofing shingles. These roofing shingles are lightweight and provide a long-lasting option with minimal maintenance which is UV resistant and resistant to rot. Your quote will include enough of this material to cover the roof of your chosen log cabin.