Rural Leisure Commercial Specification

Foundations

• This system will evenly distribute the loadings around the perimeter, internal walls take some of the roof loadings. Depending on B.S. or Building regulations and ground conditions, these loads are transferred to the substrate on Pillars, Piles, Concrete Strip Foundation or Concrete raft.

A site visit is always required before a quotation can be provided.

Floor

• Minimum ex 31mm Tongue and groove boarding face screwed to ex 100 x 50 framing to reduce creak and allow easy subsequent access. A vapour barrier is fitted over the tanalised framework and 100mm of Crown Wool or polystyrene - U Value 0.37 W/m2 deg. C or Foil Tek Double – U Value 0.25 W/m2 K.

The floor is coated (normally by the customer) with Polyurethene Floor Varnish to enhance the appearance with rich clarity.

Exterior Walls

• Fig. 1 shows Softwood 70mm triple finger interlocking joint along the full length of each log.

• Alternatively wallboards can be insulated and studded with Phenolic foam and foil board, Studding and match boarding or insulated plasterboarding .

• At each corner the wood is machined with a weather resistant cross-halved joint, which adds extra rigidity to the structure (see figs 3 & 4 below).

• The external walls are coated with a combination of Butinox 1, which comes in a large selection of standard and non-standard colours. It provides additional fungicide, insecticide & UV protection. Two coats of Butinox 4 clear are then applied which gives a UV & weather shield. Every 5/6 years one further coat of Butinox 4 will be required to maintain the external finish (see manufacturers details).

Interior Walls

• Softwood 50/70mm double/triple finger interlocking joint along the full length of each log. At each corner the wood is machined with a weather resistant cross-halved joint, which adds extra rigidity to the structure.

• The use of integral partition walls as part of the building footprint adds to the rigidity of the dwelling.

Roof

• Support comprises one full-length ridge purlin and intermediate (mid-span) purlins.

• Above the purlins 18mm thick stress relieved tongue & grooved roofboards are fixed. These attractively finished boards are visible from the inside of the cabin and provide a finish contemporary to the rest of the cabin.

• Above the roofboards Thermaroof TR31 (Aerodeck) or Celotex Tempchek Deck TD2000 (which is a rigid closed cell foam with two skins of reflective foil) between 50 x 50mm or 50 x 100mm R/S carcassing and 18 - 25mm plywood board laminated on one side is fitted. U Value 0.32 W/m2 K. Higher levels of insulation are available at extra cost.

• Alternatively to items 1 & 2 we can provide a composite interlocking insulation TEK panel system comprising 2 skins of OSB and solid foam filling giving a performance of 0.20W/m2 K. Extra over cost £28/m2

• Above the decking a single skin is fitted of Foil Tek or `Protect 300` a breather membrane, waterproof barrier and second line of defence.

• The final coat is a double layer of glass fibre reinforced bituminous felt rectangular shingles which have a 15 year warranty and achieve a fire rating of: Ext. S.A.A. Colour choice: Slate grey, Two tone red, Brown and Green.

Optional internal decorative finish to 4 above would be 12mm matchboard. Extra over cost £8.20/m2

Roof Overhangs

• Large roof overhangs of 250mm or more at the eaves protect the wall logs from adverse weather.

• Apex overhangs do the same as 1 above and offer cabins with integral balconies further protection when the weather becomes stormy.

• Overhangs offer additional protection to the occupants from the hot summer sun.

• In wintertime when the azimuth of the sun is lower, rays can penetrate under the Eaves to supply welcome warmth and light.

Windows

• High performance nominal 26mm double glazed units fitted with 5-year warranty into reduced joinery outward opening tilt and turn opening casement/fixed light combinations as illustrated in fig 5.

• Casements are fitted with a Single compressible high performance weatherseal.

• Windows are treated with an optional preservative.

• Shutters are fitted as an optional extra (see price list).

Doors

• High performance toughened nominal 26mm double glazed safety units fitted with a 5-year warranty into reduced joinery frames and leaves.

• Door leaves are fitted with external grade finished heavy butt hinges five lever door lock, handle and Euro type cylinder.

• Casements are fitted with Single compressible high performance weatherseal.

• Doors are treated with an optional extra preservative (see price list). Shutters are fitted as an optional extra (see price list).

General Specification Issues Note:

The specifications given below are available to the customer. It is the customer's responsibility to decide which if any of these standards they wish to or have been obliged to comply with and to state this with their order by emial to CabinSpecifications@homeandgardengifts.co.uk. Failure to pass on your requirements to us in a timely fashion and as given above relieves this company of any responsibility as to the appropriateness of the product supplied. The decision as to which standard Chalets are to be built to will be based on the best information available at the time.

Based on the customer's particular requirements or information available, chalets can be constructed to Building Regulations, BS 6764, BS 3632 or typical methods used in Scandinavia .

• Additional insulation for year round use:

The illustration fig. 6 shows a section from a softwood (Coniferous) tree enlarged 30 times. This shows the honeycomb effect of the many air cells that are grown in the wood cells. These air pockets are the reason for the excellent insulation capabilities of this type of wood.

Roof - 50mm Kingspan Aerodeck or equivalent: 0.32 W/m2 K. 160mm Kingspan TEK board: 0.20 W/m2 K

Floor - Frameshield 100/300 + 100mm Glass Fibre 0.37 W/m2 K 50mm SDN Polystyrene or Foil Tek Double 0.25 W/m2 K

Walls -50mm Kingspan TP10 between 63 x 63mm battens, 12mm airgap and 12mm Matchboard. 0.37 W/m2 K 70mm Kingspan thickness 0.30 w/m2 K (optional extra). 80mm Crown wool, Foil Tek (optional extra).

• Pre-treatment of timber with Borax water repellant, anti-fungal agent and insect Repellant – Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986 HSE No. 5687, BBA Certificate number 93/2893 (Second issue 1998). Disodium Ocoborate Tetrahydrate Na2 B8 O13 .4H2O

• Windows & Doors may be made compliant with BS6262 & 6206.

• Where applicable (optional package) Gas flues can be fitted in accordance with BS5440.

• Where applicable timber products will be treated in accordance with BS5589.

• Where applicable services will be specified and installed in accordance with BS6762.

• If required (for instance in public buildings) the timber surface can be coated with a clear intumescent fire resisting varnish. This coating is costly and would not normally be required as timber is capable of retaining its structural integrity for long period in fire.

• Electrical wiring and fittings installed to IEE standard (optional package).

• Electric water heating system. Gas or Oil alternatives if required (optional package).

• Heating via Low Wattage panel heaters in living areas (optional package).

• TV point and telephone point (where appropriate) to living area (optional package).

• Smoke detectors (optional package).

Standards and Build Specification for optional turnkey package.

Choose and quantify from the list and we can provide an additional price.

Kitchen

Units from Pine or Gallery style range as per plans incorporating Kitchen sink and Single Drainer. Appliance pack provided by arrangement.

Lounge

Surround, hearth, base and electric or gas fire.

Bathrooms

• Queen Anne Suite bathroom range or similar.

   

• Bath with mixer taps and rose attachment OR Shower cubicle with electric shower.

   

• Wash Hand Basins complete with taps and fitted with support brackets. Alternative pedestal if required.

   

• Towel rail, Toilet Roll Holder, Cup Holder by arrangement.

  Bedrooms

• Wardrobes,
• Dressing Table
• Bedside Cabinet in the Shreiber Range or Similar.

  Optional packs

  Appliance Pack

  Electric Oven and Hob or Gas alternative available. Dishwasher, Fridge Freezer, Washing Machine

  Furniture and Fitting Pack (Specify quantity)

• Wardrobes
• Dressing Table, Stool and Mirror
• Bedside Cabinet
• Pine Dining Table and Chairs
• Pine Coffee Table
• Coat Hooks
• Bathroom Cabinet
• Soap Dish
• Toothbrush Cup and Holder with Cup, Toilet Roll Holder
• Electric Towel Rail

  Furnishings Pack

  Vinyl floor covering and vertical blinds to the kitchen and bathroom floors, carpet, curtain Rails and contrasting curtains to Living Areas and Bedrooms

  Choice of light fittings and Shades.

  Kitchen and Bathrooms – Vinyl Floor and Roller Blind

  Lounge Three Piece suite with bed-settee alternative and scatter cushions, Coffee table.

  Bedrooms - Divan Double or Single Beds or Bunk Bed alternative.

  M & E Specification

  Electrical installation comprises:

  • 10 Way Isolator

  • 7x wall switches

  • 8x Double sockets

  • 3x Convector sockets

  • 1x Cooker switch

  • 1x Bathroom light

  • 2x Bedroom lights

  • 1x light in the living area

  • Strip light in the Kitchen

  • External light

  • 2x wall mounted convector heaters in the bedrooms.

  • 1x wall mounted fan heater in bathroom.

  • 1x wall mounted convector heater in living area.

  • 1x Smoke alarms

  • Electric hob

  • Hood

  • Fan oven

  Plumbing installation comprises:

  • 15 Litre 2.2Kw water heater with expansion vessel, pressure reducer & non-return valve

  • 1x WC with integral overflow

  • 1x wash basin with hot & cold taps

  • 1x shower base and cabinet

  • Electric Power Shower

  • Kitchen sink with integral drain board, hot & cold taps

  Internal carpentry fit out suggestion comprise:

  • 2x 3x2m kitchen unit with one double wall unit

  • Wall Cupboard above sink

  • Wall cupboard for fan

  • Vanity unit

  Sewer and water connection usually comprises:

  Note: It is taken that the cabin purchaser will have this work carried out.

  • Form 100mm connection to existing sewer.

  • Provide and lay 100mm-diameter pipe from connection to the new building.

  • Construct appropriate no. inspection chambers.

  • Reinstate road and drive.

  • Provide and lay 25mm diameter water pipe from new building to existing main.

  • Attend on connection to main by Water Authority.

  • Traffic management

  • Water connection by Water Authority.

  Note: We are pleased to vary the packages to customer's own specified requirements.