Question 1

What materials do you use?

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Traditional materials are at the forefront of our design plans when we build our summer houses. Wood is one of our essential building materials and has been at the heart of outdoor buildings for many years.

For starters, wood is one of the most accessible materials, but it is also one of the most natural materials you can choose to build a summer house with.

Wood is also the perfect material for summer houses as it is excellent and balances humidity and temperature. So long as it is well maintained, a wooden summer house will last for many years.

From an aesthetic perspective, wood also creates the perfect atmosphere. You need a summer house that allows you to feel like you are getting in touch with nature and taking you away from the busy lifestyle of concrete buildings and metal structures.

Therefore, wood is perfect for summer houses, garden buildings, and other outdoor structures.

We only use the best possible wood for our summer houses, which is why our cabins are made from slow-grown nordic spruce. Grown in Finland, Sweden, and Estonia, is grows slower due to the colder climate, which makes the wood stronger and more sturdy.

Question 2

Are your summer houses sustainable?

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At Summer House 24, we are conscious of our carbon footprint. We value the materials we use to bring your dream summer house to life, and we always ensure we do everything we can to create robust, high-quality buildings with sustainability in mind.

That is why we use sustainable slow-growing Nordic spruce wood due to its durable qualities.

Question 3

What design should I choose?

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When you are choosing your summer house, it is essential that you consider which design meets your needs.

For example, are you interested in purchasing a summer house that seamlessly blends into the natural surroundings of your garden?

Or are you more interested in a summer house that provides a modern look and feels and contrasts the other aspects of your garden?

Whatever it may be, it is essential that you have a clear idea in your mind of what you are looking for when you consider purchasing a summer house.

We have well over 300 different styles for you to choose from, so if you are unsure or want to speak to an expert about any queries or concerns, please feel free to call us. We will be happy to talk you through the process and help you find the perfect solution to your summer house needs.

And if you can’t find a model that suits your needs, we also offer fully bespoke solutions. We’ve helped many clients with small changes like a change in door or window placement, but we also offer fully bespoke cabins, where you can draw out your dream summer house, and we will bring it to life.

Question 4

Do you offer extra protection?

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When you think about purchasing a summer house, chances are you think about days of sunbathing on the veranda, barbeques with your friends and family, or summer evenings on your own.

What you probably don't think about is the miserable British weather! Unfortunately, we don't get the blazing heat all year round, and you don't want to find your summer house too cold to use in the winter.

To counteract this, we offer special insulation kits which help add a layer of insulation to your summer house for when the temperature drops in the winter.

These insulation kits also help keep the temperature manageable in summer. With record heatwaves in summer last year, you don't want to find your summer house uncomfortable on days when the weather is at its best.

These insulation kits will ensure you can use your summer house all year round and are perfect if you plan on using it regularly, whether for work or pleasure.

As well as additional protection, our summer houses are built to endure every form of weather we have come to expect from the UK.

Our summer house designs mirror the classic log cabin design, with walls built using prefabricated wooden plants interlinked via a tongue and groove system.

This system interlocks the walls tightly, which offers fantastic durability and rigidity so that your summer house can handle whatever weather is thrown at it.

All our summer houses are built on pressure-treated foundation timbers, and many feature concealed storm braces and wall metal strengthening rods for additional support.

Question 5

Can I assemble my own summer house?

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Absolutely! Almost all of our summer house kits can be assembled by our customers. Still, we advise that you only do so if you have a reasonable level of prior experience and ability.

For some people, we know that building the summer house is as much fun as enjoying the finished product, which is why we offer cabin kits.

Our cabin kits include instructions for you to follow alongside all the materials you need, such as decking boards, screws, windows, and doors.

That said, we know that building a summer house is not for everyone! That's why we have an expert in-house assembly team who can do the job for you.

If you have any questions about whether or not you should try to build your own summer house, please feel free to contact us, and we will walk you through the process to see if it is feasible.

After all, we want to ensure that you have a summer house that's built to last!

Question 6

Do I Need Planning Permission for A Summer House?

Accepted Answer

One typical query customers have is whether or not they need planning permission to build a summer house in their back garden. Fortunately, almost all garden buildings are allowed under 'Permitted Development', especially any smaller summer houses.

You can be confident you do not need any additional planning permission for your summer house if it meets these requirements:

It will not be used for permanent residential use
Your garden summer house is a single story
It is no taller than 4m
It does not take up more than 50% of your garden
You build it in your back garden, not the front garden

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