Mercia Garden Products 0619RANE3503FGSD3TW-V1 Instruction manual

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0619RANE3503FGSD3TW-V1
19MM LOG CABIN, REVERSE APEX, NO EXTRAS, 3.5X3M, FULLY GLAZED SINGLE DOOR, THREE TALL WINDOWS.
2mm Drill bit
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.
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.
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General Instructions
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 screwdriver, Stanley knife, wood saw, step ladder and drill with 2mm
bit.
- Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
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.
Log Cabins - Are supplied untreated and require a preservative and waterproong
treatment.
BUILDING A BASE
When thinking about where the building and base are going to be constructed:
Ensure that there will be access (60cm) 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.
Refer to the instructions pages for your specic product code
For ease of assembly use a
rubber mallet to t the log
boards. Do NOT use a heavy
hammer.
Ensure to measure and check before cutting
boards.
For assistance please contact customer care on: 01636 821215
Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
It is advisable to use a hand
saw when cutting roof and
oor boards.
To ensure log boards are even, use a spirit
level to check each layer has been installed
correctly.
Measure
under the
head
Measure
overall
length
Screws & Nails Bolts To identify the
xings required
for each step use a
measuring tape.

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Overall Dimensions:
Width = 3528mm
Depth = 3134mm
Height = 2600mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 3304mm
Depth = 2804mm
Before assembly
please make sure you have a
suitable base ready to erect your
building
MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN
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12
Rain Guards QTY 3
RG2844-710 (28x44x710mm)
2
1
3
4
Window QTY 3
AI-06LOGSANGTW684X1905-V1
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Window Frame Left Upright - 71x70x2065mm QTY 3
AI-0619LOGDUFL-V3
Window Frame Right Upright - 71x70x2065mm QTY 3
AI-0619LOGDUFR-V3
Window Frame Top - 81x125x808mm QTY 3
AI-0619LOGTWTF-V3
Window Frame Bottom - 71x70x688mm QTY 3
AI-0619LOGTWBF-V3
Window Contents
7
8
9
Fully Glazed
Door QTY 1
AI-06LOGSANFGMD750X1900-V1
10
11
Door Frame Left Upright - 71x70x2065mm QTY 1
AI-0619LOGDUFL-V3
Door Frame Right Upright - 71x70x2065mm QTY 1
AI-0619LOGDUFR-V3
Door Frame Bottom - 71x70x764mm QTY 1
AI-0619LOGSDBF-V3
Door Frame Top - 81x125x884mm QTY 1
AI-0619LOGSDTF-V3
Single Door Contents
Mortice Lock
QTY1
PI-07-0017
Key Plate
QTY1
PI-07-0017
Handles (Pair)
QTY1
PI-07-0006
13 14 15 16
9 Inch T-Hinge QTY 2
PI-07-0002
Rain Guard QTY 1
RG2844-780 (28x44x780mm)

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24
25
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27
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29
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Starter Board - 66x19x3500mm QTY 2
LB19RT66-A-3500
Log Board - 120x19x295mm QTY 36
LB19-B-295
Log Board - 120x19x295mm QTY 36
LB19-C-295
Log Board - 120x19x3500mm QTY 19
LB19-A-3500
Finisher Board - 45x19x3500mm QTY 2
LB19RG45-A-3500
Log Board - 120x19x2996mm QTY 20
LB19-A-2996
Log Board - 120x19x1123mm QTY 36
LB19-B-1123
Roof Purlin - 90x40x3504mm QTY 3
F4090-A-3504
Eaves Frame - 27x44x3504mm QTY 2
F2744-3500
Fascia - 12x120x1630mm QTY 4
S16120-G-1630 (1X14° ANGLE CUT)
Fascia - 120x12x3532mm QTY 2
S12120-3532
Gable Window Notch- 2996mm QTY 1
(AI-0619RANE3503FGSD3TW-GW)
Gable - 2996mm QTY 1
(AI-0619RANE3503FGSD3TW-G)
Main Building Contents 30
31
32
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Bearer - 44x44x2804mm QTY 2
F4444-2804-PT
Bearer - 44x44x3216mm QTY 10
F4444-3216-PT
Roof Board - 121x12x1600mm QTY 66
MB16-C-1600
Floor Board - 121x12x2760mm QTY 31
MB16-C-2760
Log Board - 120x19x3500mm
LB19-AD-3500
Storm Brace - 27x44x2000mm QTY 8
F2744-2000
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35
36
Closure Trim - 16x28x2400mm (approx length) QTY 14
S1628-2400
Roof Spacers QTY 5
PI-07-0208 (20x100x2mm)
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37
Felt
Nail Bag
There may be extra screws present in the nail bag
Felt Tacks x 200
70mm Screw x 77
40mm Screw x 464
30mm Screw x 118
60mm Bolt Set x 16
30mm Black Screw x 26
80mm Screw x 80

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Mercia Garden Products Limited,
Sutton On Trent,
Newark,
Nottinghamshire,
NG23 6QN
www.merciagardenproducts.co.uk
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Pre-assembly
*Please note:
Each board interlocks at either end in a staggered pattern.
Before securing ensure that the boards are tted properly in their respective
tongues and grooves.
Step 1
Parts Needed - No. 31 QTY 2
No. 30 QTY 2
Lay the bearers (No’s. 31 & 30) onto a
rm and level surface (free from
areas where standing water can
collect) as shown in the illustration.
Fix the bearers together at each
corner screwing 2 screws per corner
using 8x70mm screws, ensuring the
bearer is ush.
Once fully assembled, ensure the
bearers are square by measuring
from corner to corner as illustrated,
making sure the measurements are
equal.
If the bearers are not aligned equally,
unscrew, adjust and re-align
accordingly.
8x70mm Screws
31
30
31
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
30
==
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Step 2
Parts Needed - No. 31 QTY 8
Following the same method
arrange the remaining bearers
(No.31) inside the assembled
frame.
*Ensure there is an equal
amount of space between each
frame.
Secure each of the frames in
place using 2x70mm screws for
each side of the bearer, ensuring
the bearers remain level.
32x70mm Screws
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
31
30
31
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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19
19
19
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
24
24
Step 3
Parts Needed - No. 19 QTY 2
No. 24 QTY 2
Place the starter boards (No’s. 19 ) on to assembled base frame along
the longest sides and place the rst two log boards (No. 24) in the
notch as shown.
Ensure the boards sit square on the base using the same method used
in Step 1. Measure corner to corner, making sure the measurements are
equal.
Once the boards are square, lift up the log board (No. 24) and x the
starterboards in place.
Fix each of the starter boards to the frame by screwing through the
notch into the frame as shown in the illustration.
4x70mm Screws
24
20
22
25
Step 4
Parts Needed - No. 20 QTY 6
No. 22 QTY 6
No. 24 QTY 6
No. 25 QTY 6
Following the method shown in the
illustration, lay the rst 6 boards
(No. 20, 22, 24 & 25) on the back, side,
back corner and one front corner as
shown in the illustration
Start by placing the front and back
boards, interlocking them with the side
boards. Then place the next side boards,
interlocking with the front and back
boards. Continue this method until you
have placed 6 boards o of the starter
boards on each side, as shown in the
illustration.
This will create your rst level.
*Ensure that the boards are level and
ush with each other as you lay each
one.
**Please Note: The short boards at the
front/ side of the building (either side of
the door and window opening’s) can be
placed either side depending on your
needs.

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IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 5
Parts Needed - No. 2 QTY 3
No. 3 QTY 3
No. 4 QTY 3
No. 5 QTY 3
Arrange the left, right, top & bottom window
frames (No’s. 2, 3, 4,& 5) onto a rm and level
surface. Secure the top and bottom frames to
the uprights using 2x80mm screw per corner,
ensuring the screws do NOT protrude through
the front of the window framing.
Using the method outlined above assemble
three window frames.
24x80mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
80mm
screw
53
The internal lip of the window
frame should be postioned on
the inside of the building.
2
3
5
4
1
Pre drill
hole
80mm
screw
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 6
Parts Needed - No. 1 QTY 3
Rest each window (No. 1) into the assembled
window frames as shown in the illustration, and
secure into position by screwing through the
framing into the window.
*Place the frame & window at onto a level
surface to help x into place.
48x80mm Screws

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IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
8
11
9
10
Step 7
Parts Needed - No. 8 QTY 1
No. 9 QTY 1
No. 10 QTY 1
No. 11 QTY 1
Arrange the left, right, top & bottom door
frames (No’s. 8, 9, 10, & 11) onto a rm and
level surface. Secure the top and bottom
frames to the uprights using 2x80mm screw
per corner, ensuring the screws do NOT
protrude through the front of the door framing.
8x80mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
80mm
screw
The internal lip of the window
frame should be postioned on
the inside of the building.
11 9
Step 8
Parts Needed - No. 21 QTY 18
Once you have laid 6 boards (o
of the starter) on the front corner,
locate one of the assembled window
frames onto the log cabin as shown in
the illustration.
Ensure the window frame is resting
on top of the starter board and the
log boards (No.20) are locted ush
into one side of the window frame.
**If you have not yet assembled your
window frames please refer to steps
5&6.
Once the window frame is in
position, place the log boards
(No.21) ush into the other side of
the window frame, securing it in
place.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you lay
each one.
a
b
a
b
20
21

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Step 9
Parts Needed - No. 21 QTY 18
Once you have positioned the
rst window and boards, locate the
assembled door frame onto the log
cabin as shown in the illustration.
Ensure the door frame is resting on
top of the starter board and the log
boards (No.21) are locted ush into
one side of the door frame.
**If you have not yet assembled your
door frames please refer to step 7.
Once the door frame is in
position, place the remainig log
boards (No.21) ush into the other
side of the window frame, securing
it in place.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you
lay each one.
a
ba
b21
21
Step 10
Parts Needed - No. 20 QTY 6
No. 25 QTY 6
Once you have positioned the
door frame and boards, locate one of
the assembled window frames onto
the log cabin as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Ensure the window frame is resting
on top of the starter board and the
log boards (No.21) are locted ush
into one side of the window frame.
**If you have not yet assembled your
window frames please refer to steps
5&6.
Once the window frame is in
position, lay 6 boards (No.20 & 25) as
shown in the illustration to nish
creating the rst layer at the front
corner.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you lay
each one.
a
b
a
b
20
21
25

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Step 11
Once you have laid 6 boards on each
side and positioned the front
windows and door frame, slide the
third assembled window frame over
the boards (No.25) resting the frame
on top of the starter board.
**If you have not yet assembled your
window frames please refer to steps
5&6.
*Please note: This image is for
illustrative purposes and may dier
from your choice in product
(regarding door/window position).
Nevertheless the process of tting the
door frame is the same.
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20
20
25
25
22
Step 12
Parts Needed - No. 20 QTY 12
No. 22 QTY 6
No. 24 QTY 6
No. 25 QTY 12
Following the method shown in
the illustration, lay the next 6
boards (No’s. 20, 22, 24 & 25)
onto the assembly to create
your second level.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each other
as you lay each one.

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24
25
25
22
20
20
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
Step 13
Parts Needed - No. 20 QTY 12
No. 22 QTY 6
No. 24 QTY 6
No. 25 QTY 12
Following the method shown in
the illustration, lay the next 6
boards (No’s. 20, 22, 24 & 25)
onto the assembly to create
your second level.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each other
as you lay each one.
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
Step 14
Parts Needed - No. 22 QTY 1
No. 36 QTY 1
Following the method shown in the
illustration, remaining log boards
(No.22 & 36) onto the front and
back of the log cabin.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you
lay each one.
22
36
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18
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
Step 15
Parts Needed - No. 17 QTY 1
No. 18 QTY 1
Place the gable tops (No. 17 & 18)
onto the building. Fix into position
by screwing through the notches
as shown in the illustration.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you
lay each one.
4x70mm Screws
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.

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Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
23
23
Step 16
Parts Needed - No. 23 QTY 2
Once the gables are in position
place the Finisher Boards (No. 23)
onto the front and rear of the
building, xing into position by
screwing through the notches as
shown in the illustration.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you
lay each one.
4x70mm Screws
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
26
26
a
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
26
26
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Step 17
Parts needed - No. 26 QTY 3
Align the Roof Purlin(s)
(No.26) into the cut out slots on each
gable top ensuring each roof purlin
interlocks the boards.
Secure the roof purlins at
each end by screwing through the
bars into the boards (ensure to
pre-drill to avoid the boards
splitting) using 4x70mm screws per
roof purlins.
*Please note: The gable shown is for
illustrative purposes and may dier in
width from your choice in product.
Nevertheless, despite any dierences
the process of xing the roof purlins is
the same.
12x70mm Screws
a
b
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
26 b

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40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
Step 18
Parts needed - No. 32 QTY 66
Place the rst two roof board’s
(No.32) onto either side of the log cabin,
making sure the boards are ush to the
end of the roof purlin. Once in position
x to each purlin using 3x40mm screws.
Use the spacer (No. 38) to create an
expansion gap between each roof board
if installing during low levels of moisture
(Summer.) This creates an expansion gap
for the boards to move into during high
levels of moisture (Winter.)
Continue adding the roof boards along
the roof, xing each one into position
using 3x40mm screws, making sure that
each board is interlocked, ush at the
bottom & meet at the top of the apex.
You have been issued with 66 roof
boards, but in reality you may only need
to use 64.
*Ensure the roof boards meet at the top
of the apex and leave an overhang at
the bottom.
The last board on each side will
overhang past the end of the roof purlin;
Using a straight edge and a pencil mark
out a line as a guide.
Cut along the pencil mark and remove
the excess. Place the cut down board’s
back onto the roof and secure into place
using 3x40mm screws per board.
*Please Note: This image is for illustrative
purposes and may dier from your choice
in product. Nevertheless the process of
cutting and tting the last roof board(s) is
the same.
198x40mm Screws
a
b
23b 32
32
a
32
b
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
27
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 19
Parts Needed - No. 27 QTY 2
Ensuring the roof boards are ush at
the overhanging side and meet at
the apex, x the eaves frames
(No.27) to the underside of the roof
boards using 9x30mm screws as
shown in the illustration
*Please Note: This image is for
illustrative purposes and may dier
from your choice in product.
Nevertheless the process of xing the
eaves frames is the same.
18x30mm Screws

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7
13
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
Step 20
Parts Needed - No. 7 QTY 1
No. 13 QTY 2
Once the roof is xed, place door
(No.7) onto a at surface and x
2xT-hinges (No.13) to each door using
5x30mm black screws per hinge.
Locate the doors into the door frame on
the cabin, ensuring there is equal
spacing on each side between the door
and door frame.
Secure into position by screwing
through the T-hinges (No.13) using
4x30mm black screws per hinge,
making sure the doors open & close
freely without restriction
*Ensure to screw into the framing and
not into the channel.
18x30mm Black Screws
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
Step 21
Parts Needed - No. 14 QTY 1
No. 15 QTY 1
No. 16 QTY 1
Fit the Mortice Lock (No. 15) into the
recess in the glazed door (No. 1) and secure
using the 2x30mm screws provided. Attach
the Key Plate (No. 16) to the door framing
with 2x30mm screws.
Fit the door handles (No. 14) and
connect with the metal bar to the mortice
lock using 8x30mm screws. Ensure the lock
mechanism closes correctly. If not, remove
the lock and turn the catch around using
the small grub screw.
*Please note: This image is for illustrative
purposes and may dier from your choice in
product (regarding ironmongery).
Nevertheless the process of xing to the
door(s) is the same.
8x30mm Black Screws
4x30mm Screws
a
b
The Mortice Lock is Reversible
a
b
14
16
15
30mm
screw
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
33
33
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 22
Parts Needed - No. 33 QTY 33
Place the rst oor board (No. 33)
inside the building ush to the log
board on one side. Continue adding
the oor boards (internally) making
sure to interlock each individual board.
You have been issued with 31 oor
boards, but in reality you may only
need to use 30.
*Do NOT secure the boards until the
last board has been measured and
cut.
Following the same method outlined
previously measure the gap between
the bottom of the tongue (on the last
board placed) and the log board.
Using a straight edge mark out the
measurement onto the last oor board
(No. 33) and cut along the length
removing the excess.
**Please note: Mark the nal board
2mm under the measurement; This will
allow the timber to expand and contract
correctly.
Once all the oor boards are in posi-
tion secure each board into position
using 8x40mm screws.
***Please Note: Ensure to screw
through eachof the oor boards into the
oor bearers.
248x40mm Screws
Closure Trim
Internal
23
*Measure and cut the
closure trims to
t the internal space.
Closure Trim
Internal
35
*Measure and cut the
closure trims to
t the internal space.
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
*trim to t
Step 23
Parts needed - No. 35 QTY 7
Inside the building place the closure
trim (No. 35) against the boarding and
align with the roof as shown in the
illustration, ensuring the angled face
follows the roof line.
*Measure and cut the closure trims to
t the internal space.
Once in position x each trim
into place by pre drilling a pilot hole
and using 6x30mm screws per trim,
equally spacing them along the face
of the board.
48x30mm Screws
RoofRoof
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
23
23
35
35
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
Step 24
Parts needed - No. 35 QTY 7
Once the oor has been laid arrange the
closure trim (No. 35) around the outside
edge of oor (internally), measure and cut
down accordingly to best match the inter-
nal space.
Secure each trim section into place using
6x30mm spaced equally along the board
as shown in the illustration.
*Do NOT x the closure trim to the oor-
boards.
48x30mm Screws
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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HANDLE
WITH CARE
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3
4
1. 2.
3. 4.
Felt
tacks
37
Step 25
Parts needed - No. 37
Cut the felt into four strips of:
3624mm (L) X 1000mm (W)
and lay onto the roof in the order
shown in the illustration.
*Ensure there is approximately
50mm of overhanging felt each side.
Once the felt is laid out x to the roof
using felt tacks at 100mm intervals.
*Felt size: 3624mm X 1000mm
190x Felt Tacks
Step 26
Parts Needed: No. 6 QTY 3
No. 12 QTY 1
Attach the Rain Guards (No. 6) to the
window frame, xing in place onto the
framing above each window using
3x70mm screws per guard.
Attach the Rain Guard (No. 12) to the
door frame, xing in place onto the fram-
ing above the Door using 4x70mm
screws.
13x70mm Screws.
70mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
6
12
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
6
66

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Step 27
Parts Needed - No. 28 QTY 4
No. 29 QTY 2
Align the fascia’s (No. 28 & 29)
with the roof and x into place
using 3x40mm screws per
fascia, making sure to screw
through the fascia into the roof
purlins and eaves frame.
*Ensure the angled cuts meet
at the top of the apex.
18x40mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
40mm
screw
28 29
28
29
28
28
29
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
P 16
Pre drill
hole
60mm
bolt
34
34
Step 28
Parts needed - No. 34 QTY 8
Arrange the storm braces (No. 34) around
the building (internally). Place 2x storm
braces per side xing into place using 2x
60mm bolts per brace making sure the
washer & nut are tightened from the
outside of the building.
*Ensure the storm braces are secured at
the highest pointpossible on each side.
The storm braces will need to be altered
during the builings life as the moisture
content within te log boards changes. The
boards will expand during periods of high
moisture (winter) and shrink during
periods of low moisture (summer).
**Storm braces will help your building
expand and contract properly.
***Important: Ensure each bolt is
tightened using a washer so as not to
damage the log boards.
16x60mm Bolt Sets
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.

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P 17
It is ESSENTIAL that you apply wood
treatment immediately after the building
has been assembled.
AFTER TREATMENT:
score around protective
cover on glazing and
carefuly peel
covering back
SILICONE
SEALANT
It is ESSENTIAL to seal around
all window framing with
sillicone sealant (not included)
to minimise water ingress.