Mercia Garden Products 03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1 Instruction manual

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**Protim Aquatan T5 (621)**
Your building has been dip treated with Aquatan.
Aquatan is a water-based concentrate which is diluted with water, the building has been treated by the
correct application of Aquatan solution and then allowed to dry.
Aquatan is a decorative nish to colour the wood, which is applied industrially to timber fence panels and
garden buildings.
Aquatan undiluted contains: boric acid, sodium hydroxide 32% solution, aqueos mixture of sodium dioctyl
sulphosuccinat and alcohols: 2, 4, 6-trichlorophenol.
Measure
under the
head
Measure
overall
length
Screws & Nails Bolts To identify the
xings required
for each step use a
measuring tape.
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1
DIP TREATED SHIPLAP APEX 6X8 FULLY GLAZED DOUBLE DOOR 4 MEDIUM WINDOW
2mm Drill bit
x2 Winter = High Moisture = Expansion
Summer = Low Moisture = Contraction
All buildings should be
erected by two adults
For ease of assembly, you
MUST pilot drill all screw
holes and ensure all screw
heads are countersunk.
For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 821215
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
CAUTION
Every eort has been made during the
manufacturing process to eliminate the
prospect of splinters on rough surfaces of the
timber. You are strongly advised to wear gloves
when working with or handling rough sawn
timber.
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.
- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screw-
driver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer and a Drill with 2mm bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
LOCATION FOR YOUR GARDEN BUILDING
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter of your garden building to allow access for maintenance,
annual treatment and to allow air ow around the building.
Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing
damage to the building.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy
or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during
excessive dry spells due to an interior moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of warm sunshine
and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent
the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee.
Dip Treated buildings - Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and decay and a waterproof treat-
ment to prevent water ingress
Pressure Treated buildings - Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress
Log Cabins - Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproong treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual treatment.
Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to diagrams for the base
dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding
should overlap the base, creating a run o for water. It is also recommended that the oor be at least 25mm above
the surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.
TYPES OF BASE
- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens
products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or
using this product.
For ease of assembly, you
will need a tape measure to
check dimensions of
components.
P 1
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General Instructions

P 2
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1
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Overall Dimensions:
Width = 2494mm
Depth = 2457mm
Height = 2344mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 2350mm
Depth = 1753mm
Pack Required:
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1 QTY 1
6x8 Summer House
Pack Required:
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1 QTY 1
03DTSHAX0208NWPB-V1 QTY 1
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 2494mm
Depth = 3057mm
Height = 2344mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 2350mm
Depth = 2353mm
8x8 Summer House
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 2494mm
Depth = 3657mm
Height = 2344mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 2350mm
Depth = 2953mm
Pack Required:
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1 QTY 1
03DTSHAX0208NWPB-V1 QTY 2
10x8 Summer House
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 2494mm
Depth = 2457mm
Height = 2344mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 2350mm
Depth = 2390mm
Pack Required:
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1 QTY 1
03DTSHAX0208WCVPB-V1 QTY 1
6x8 Summer House
with Veranda
Pack Required:
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1 QTY 1
03DTSHAX0208NWPB-V1 QTY 1
03DTSHAX0208WCVPB-V1 QTY 1
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 2494mm
Depth = 3057mm
Height = 2344mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 2350mm
Depth = 2990mm
8x8 Summer House
with Veranda
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 2494mm
Depth = 3657mm
Height = 2344mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 2350mm
Depth = 3590mm
Pack Required:
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1 QTY 1
03DTSHAX0208NWPB-V1 QTY 2
03DTSHAX0208WCVPB-V1 QTY 1
10x8 Summer House
with Veranda

20
Press Lock QTY 1
PI-07-0018
Ring Pull QT Y2
PI-07-0032
Hinge QTY 6
PI-07-0004
Turn Button
QTY 2
PI-07-0182
23
21 22
25
26
Window Blocks QTY 16
PI-07-0011
27
Shed Finial QTY 2
SHED DIAMOND FINIAL
Felt
PI-01-0003
28
Tower Bolt QTY 2
PI-07-0068
8910
Secondary Door QTY 1
AI-STDFGSD475X1715-V1
Master Door QTY 1
AI-STDFGMD475X1715-V1
11
Door Gable Top QTY 1
AI-S11SHADDGT2300X566-V1
Plain Gable Top QTY 1
AI-S11SHAGT2300X566-V1
12 Door Framing 28x28x940mm QTY 1
FS2828-940mm
13 Gable Cover Trims 12x30x610mm QTY 4
S1230-610mm
14 Cover Trims 12x40x1712mm QTY 7
S1240-1712mm
15 Door Frame Strip 12x40x996mm QTY 1
S1240-996mm
16 Door Frame Strip 12x40x1740mm QTY 2
S1240-1740mm
17 Door Cover Trim 12x43x940mm QTY 1
S1243-940mm
18
Fascia 12x95x1365mm QTY 4
S1295-1365mm
19
Ridge Bar 27x70x1703mm QTY 1
F2770-1703mm
Corner Brace
QTY 2
PI-07-0012
24
P 3
Please retain product label and instructions for future reference
For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 821215
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.
- When you are ready to start, make sure you have the right tools at hand (not supplied) including a Phillips screw-
driver, Stanley knife, Wood saw, Step ladder, Hammer and a Drill with 2mm bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
LOCATION FOR YOUR GARDEN BUILDING
A minimum of 60cm should be left around the perimeter of your garden building to allow access for maintenance,
annual treatment and to allow air ow around the building.
Where possible you should avoid placing your garden building underneath large trees to prevent the tree causing
damage to the building.
TIMBER
As with all natural materials, timber can be aected during various weather conditions. For the duration of heavy
or extended periods of rain, swelling of the wood panels may occur. Warping of the wood may also occur during
excessive dry spells due to an interior moisture loss. Unfortunately, these processes cannot be avoided but can be
helped. It is suggested that the outdoor building is sprayed with water during extended periods of warm sunshine
and sheltered as much as possible during rain or snow.
Once your garden building has been installed it will need to be treated as soon as possible and annually to prevent
the timber from deteriorating and to waterproof it. This is required to maintain the anti-rot guarantee.
Dip Treated buildings - Require a preservative treatment to protect against rot and decay and a waterproof treat-
ment to prevent water ingress
Pressure Treated buildings - Require a waterproof treatment to prevent water ingress
Log Cabins - Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproong treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base is going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access to all sides for maintenance work and annual treatment.
Ensure the base is level and is built on rm ground, to prevent distortion. Refer to diagrams for the base
dimensions, The base should be slightly smaller than the external measurement of the building, i.e. The cladding
should overlap the base, creating a run o for water. It is also recommended that the oor be at least 25mm above
the surrounding ground level to avoid ooding.
TYPES OF BASE
- Concrete 75mm laid on top of 75mm hard-core.
- Slabs laid on 50mm of sharp sand.
Whilst all products manufactured are made to the highest standards of Safety and in the case of childrens
products independently tested to EN71 level, we cannot accept responsibility for your safety whilst erecting or
using this product.
5
4
Window QTY 4
AI-FW540X1132-V1
1
Side Window Panel QTY 2
AI-03S11SH1SFWC879X1717-V1
2
Side Panel QTY 2
AI-S11SHPP879X1717-V1
3
Back Panel QTY 2
AI-S11SHPPTF1150X1669-V1
7
Front Window Panel QTY 2
AI-03S11SH1SFWC680X1669-V1
6
Floor QTY 2
AI-R11MBF1175X1753-V1
Roof QTY 2
AI-S11MBAR2409X1345-V1
Building Content - Pack A
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1
03DTSHAX0608FGD4MW-V1
50mm Screw x 71
40mm Screw x 19
Felt Tacks x 150
30mm Black Screw x 48
60mm Screw x 10
20mm Black Screw x 22
Nail Bag
There may be extra screws present in the nail bag
30mm Screw x 110

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Building Content - Pack B
03DTSHAX0208NWPB-V1
Building Content - Pack C
03DTSHAX0208WCVPB-V1
50mm Screw x 10
40mm Screw x 4
30mm Screw x 56
60mm Screw x 4
Nail Bag
There may be extra screws present in the nail bag
29
30
31
14 Cover Trims 12x40x1712mm QTY 2
S1240-1712mm
Floor Extension QTY 1
AI-R11MBF2350X600-V1
Roof Extension QTY 2
AI-S11MBAR600X1345-V1
Plain Panel Extension QTY 2
AI-S11SHPP600X1717-V1
32
Floor Blocks QTY 8
F2828-400mm
33
34
U Channel QTY 3
PI-07-0031
Ridge Bar 27x70x599mm QTY 1
F2770-599mm
If 2ft Extension Pack has been purchased,
Please follow Steps labelled 2ft EXTENSION
PACK where present
Felt Tacks x 25
50mm Screw x 10
40mm Screw x 8
Nail Bag
There may be extra screws present in the nail bag
20mm Screw x 24
10mm Screw x 8
Veranda Floor QTY 1
AI-R11STVF2380X622-V1
Roof Support - 27x44x1719mm QTY 2
F2744-G-1739mm
Window Cross A - 16x27x500mm QTY 8
WC1627-500mm
Window Cross B - 16x27x1094mm QTY 4
WC1627-1094mm
38
39
37
35 36
Rail QTY 2
AI-03FR600X595-V1

P 5
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Before assembly
please make sure you have a
suitable base ready to erect your
building
MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN
8x8 Summer House 10x8 Summer House
Pre Assembly
Before assembling remove the transportation
blocks from the bottom of each panel.
Take care removing the blocks as to not damage
the panels. Tap with a at headed screwdriver
and hammer.
Dispose of the blocks once removed
Pre drill
hole
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 1
Parts needed - No. 6 QTY 2
Place the oor panels (No.6) onto a rm
and level base. Ensure the base has suitable
drainage, free from areas where standing
water can collect.
Secure the oors together using 10x50mm
screws through the oor bearers in an
alternating pattern.
10x50mm Screws
6
50mm
screw
6
2ft EXTENSION PACK
Step 1a
Parts needed - No. 6 QTY 2
- No. 29 QTY 1
- No. 32 QTY 8
Place the oor panels (No.6) onto a rm
and level base. Ensure the base has
suitable drainage, free from areas where
standing water can collect.
Secure the oors together using 10x50mm
screws through the oor bearers in an
alternating pattern.
Fix the Floor Extension (No.27) to the
assembled oors, Secure using Floor blocks
with 4x30mm screws per Floor block
Ensure the oor blocks are equally
spaced between the framing and
equally spread across both oors
32x30mm Screws
10x50mm Screws Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
50mm
screw
6
6
29
32 32 32 32 32 32 32 32
32 32 32 32 32 32 32 32
32 32 32 32 32 32 32 32
32 32 32 32 32 32 32 32
6
6
29
29
29
6
6
32x30mm Screws
10x50mm Screws
64x30mm Screws
10x50mm Screws

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Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 2
Parts Needed- No.2 QTY 1
- No.3 QTY 1
Place the Side panel (No.2) and the Back
Panel (No.3) onto the oor. Fix at the corner
using 3x50mm screws.
Do not secure the building to the oor
until the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal spacing
between the oor and cladding on all sides.
The side panels should sit higher than
then Back panels
3x50mm Screws
23
a
a
a
a
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
3
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 3
Parts Needed- No.2 QTY 1
- No.3 QTY 1
Place the Side panel (No.2) and the Back
Panel (No.3) along side the standing panels.
Fix in an alternating pattern using 3x50mm
screws per panel.
Do not secure the building to the oor
until the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal
spacing between the oor and cladding on
all sides.
6x50mm Screws
2a
a
a
a
a
a
2ft EXTENSION PACK
Step 2a
Parts Needed- No.2 QTY 1
- No.3 QTY 1
- No.31 QTY 1
Place the Plain panel Extension (No.31) and
the Back Panel (No.3) onto the oor. Fix at the
corner using 3x50mm screws.
Place the Side panel (No.2) onto the oor and
x along the side in alternating pattern using
3x50mm screws.
Do not secure the building to the oor
until the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal
spacing between the oor and cladding on
all sides.
The side panels should sit higher than the
Back panels
6x50mm Screws Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
a
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
2ft EXTENSION PACK
Step 3a
Parts Needed- No.2 QTY 1
- No.3 QTY 1
- No.31 QTY 1
Place the Back Panel (No.3) and the Side panel
(No.2) onto the oor. Fix in an alternating
pattern using 3x50mm screws per panel
Place the Plain panel Extension (No.31) onto
the oor. Fix at the corner using 3x50mm
screws
Do not secure the building to the oor
until the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal spacing
between the oor and cladding on all sides.
The side panels should sit higher than the Back
panels
9x50mm Screws
10x8 Summer
House
a
a
a
a
a
a
23
31
8x8 Summer
House
a
a
a
a
a
a
23
31
8x8 Summer
House
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
3
231
10x8 Summer
House
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
3
231
Please note: The side panels are all
interchangeable and can be positioned in
a variety of congurations. Decide which
works best before assembly
Please note: The side panels are all
interchangeable and can be positioned in
a variety of congurations. Decide which
works best before assembly

IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
P 7
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8x8 Summer House
10x8 Summer House
2ft EXTENSION PACK
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
1
1
1
1
1
1
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
a
Step 4
Parts Needed- No.1 QTY 2
Place the Side Window panels (No.1) onto
the oor. Fix in an alternating pattern using
3x50mm screws per panel.
Do not secure the building to the oor
until the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal
spacing between the oor and cladding on
all sides.
6x50mm Screws
a
a
a
a
a
a
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
2ft EXTENSION PACK
10x8 SUMMER HOUSE ONLY
Step 4a
Parts Needed- No.31 QTY 2
Place the Plain panels Extensions (No.31) onto
the oor. Fix in an alternating pattern using
3x50mm screws per panel.
Do not secure the building to the oor until
the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal spacing
between the oor and cladding on all sides.
6x50mm Screws
Please note: The side panels are all
interchangeable and can be positioned in
a variety of congurations. Decide which
works best before assembly
Please note: The side panels are all
interchangeable and can be positioned in
a variety of congurations. Decide which
works best before assembly
31
31

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P 8
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
8x8 Summer House
10x8 Summer House
2ft EXTENSION PACK
a
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 5
Parts Needed- No.7 QTY 2
Place the Front Window panel (No.7) onto the
oor, x the corners using 3x50mm screws
Do not secure the building to the oor
until the roof has been tted.
Position the panels so there is equal
spacing between the oor and cladding on
all sides.
The Front panels should sit lower than the Side
panels
6x50mm Screws
7
a
a
a
a
a
a
7
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
7
7
7
7
Pre drill
hole
40mm
screw 12
Step 6
Parts Needed- No.12 QTY 1
Place the Door Framing (No.12) onto the
oor, between the Front Window Panels.
Ensure the framing is ush to the Window
Panel framing.
Ensure that the panels are all equally
spaced to the oor before xing the door
framing.
Secure the Door framing to the oor using
3x40mm screws
3x40mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
50mm
screw
11
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 7
Parts Needed- No.10 QTY 1
- No.11 QTY 1
Place the Plain Gable Top (No.10) on top of
the Back panels. Fix using 6x50mm screws
in an alternating pattern, going through
the gable framing and into the panel
framing below.
Place the Door gable top (No.11) on top of
the Front Window Panel. Fix using 4x50mm
screws
Ensure Cladding is tted correctly and
ush to the panels before securing.
10x50mm Screws
10

P 7
P 9
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8x8 Summer
House
10x8 Summer
House
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
34
34
34
34
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
Step 8
Parts Needed- No.19 QTY 1
- No.24 QTY 2
Fix the Corner Braces (No.24) to each end
of the Ridge Bar (No.19) using 2x30mm
screws per corner brace.
Fix the Ridge bar to the top of each Gable
using 2x30mm screws per corner brace.
Ensure it is ush to the gable framing as
shown.
8x30mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
2ft EXTENSION PACK
Step 8a
8x8 Summer House Parts Needed
- No.33 QTY 1
- No.34 QTY 1
10x8 Summer House Parts Needed
- No.33 QTY 2
- No.34 QTY 2
Fix the Ridge bar Extension (No.33) to the
Ridge Bar (No.19) using U Channels
(No.34), secure the U Channels using
6x30mm screws per U channel
Fix the Corner Braces to each end of the
assembled Ridge Bar using 2x30mm screws
per corner brace.
Fix the Ridge bar to the top of each Gable
using 2x30mm screws per corner brace.
Ensure it is ush to the gable framing as
shown.
14x30mm Screws (8x8 Summer House)
20x30mm Screws (10x8 Summer House)
19
24
24
19
24
33
33
33
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
5
5
Step 9
Parts needed - No. 5 QTY 2
For 2ft Extension Pack, go to Step 9a
on the next page
Place the Roof Panels (No. 5) on top of the
building making sure the framing in the roof
panels sits rmly within the Gable Tops (No.10
and No.11) and on top of the Ridge Bar
(No.19).
**Make sure that you have got the roof
panels the correct way round with the recess
at the top of the apex as shown in the
diagram.**
**The edges of the roof panels must be ush
with the outer cladding of the Plain Gable
Top (No.10).**
From the top, x directly through the roof
panels (No.5) and into the ridge bar (No.19)
the below using 5x60mm screws per roof
panel.
It is essential that the ridge bar (No.19) and
roof panel (No.5) framing pull together when
xed with 60mm screws. You may require
another person pushing the ridge bar (No.19)
up from below to achieve this.
HINT - Follow the nailing line of the framing on
the roof panel so that you are more likely to x
into the ridge bar below.
Fix the remaining sides of the roof panels using
40mm screws, ensuring to go through to the
framing below.
16x40mm Screws
10x60mm Screws
60mm
screw
5
5

P 8
P10
8x8 Summer
House
10x8 Summer
House
2ft EXTENSION PACK
Step 9a
8x8 Summer House Parts Needed
- No.5 QTY 2
- No.30 QTY 2
10x8 Summer House Parts Needed
- No.5 QTY 2
- No.30 QTY 4
Place a Roof Panel (No.5) and Roof extension
panel (No.30) on to one side of the building
making sure the framing in the roof panel sit
rmly within the Gable Top (No.11) and on top of
the Ridge Bar (No.19).
From the top, x directly through the roof panels (No.5 and
No.30) and into the ridge bar (No.19) below using 5x60mm
screws per roof panel.
**Place Roof Extension panels (No.30) to the back of the
building and keep the Roof Panel (No.5) to the front of the
building**
**Make sure that you have got the roof panels the correct
way round with the recess at the top of the apex as shown
in the diagram.**
**The edges of the roof panels must be ush with the outer
cladding of the Plain Gable Top (No.10).**
Once one side of the roof has been xed to the ridge
bar, lay the next Roof Panel (No.5) on top fo the
builing, using the xed roofs as a guide and secure to
the ridge bar using 5x60mm screws
Following the lay out of the Roof extensions already
laid on the bulindg, x the remaining roof extensions
onto the builing and secure to the ridge bar using
2x60mm screws per Roof Extension
It is essential that the ridge bar (No.19) and roof panels framing
pull together when xed with 60mm screws. You may require
another person pushing the ridge bar (No.19) up from below
to achieve this.
HINT - Follow the nailing line of the framing on the roof panel
so that you are more likely to x into the ridge bar below.
Fix the remaining sides of the roof panels using 40mm
screws, ensuring to go through to the framing below.
(8x8 Summer House) (10x8 Summer House)
20x40mm Screws 24x40mm Screws
14x60mm Screws 18x60mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
60mm
screw
30
30
5
5
5
5
30
30
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5
5
30
30
34
30
5
34
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530 5
34
2ft EXTENSION PACK
Step 9a Continued
8x8 Summer House Parts Needed
- No.34 QTY 2
10x8 Summer House Parts Needed
- No.34 QTY 4
Once the Roofs have been layed out, x the
U channel (No.34) to the Roof Panel (No.5)
and the Roof Panel Extension (No.30).
Ensure the U channel is equally spaced over
both roofs framing, secure the U channel
using 6x30mm screws per channel
Repeat for both roof panels
8x8 Summer House-
12x30mm Screws
10x8 Summer House-
24x30mm Screws
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b
c
a
b
c
a
b
c