Mercia Garden Products 0628RANE0403HGDD2SW-V1 Instruction manual

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General Instructions
0628RANE0403HGDD2SW - V1
28MM LOG CABIN, REVERSE APEX, NO EXTRAS, 4X3M, HALF GLAZED DOUBLE DOORS TWO SHORT WINDOWS.
2mm Drill bit
Winter = High Moisture = Expansion
Summer = Low Moisture = Contraction
All building’s 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.
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.
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.
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
To ensure log boards are even, use a spirit
level to check each layer has been installed
correctly.
It is advisable to use a hand
saw when cutting roof and
oor boards.
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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0628RANE0403HGDD2SW-V1
Overall Dimensions:
Width = 4036mm
Depth = 3142mm
Height = 2600mm
Base Dimensions:
Width = 3808mm
Depth = 2799mm
Before assembly
please make sure you have a
suitable base ready to erect your
building
MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN
Window Contents
6
Rain Guard QTY 2
RG2844-710 (28x44x710mm)
2
1
3
4
Window QTY 2
AI-06LOGDGW684X1244-V3
5
Window Frame Left Upright - 71x70x1412mm QTY 2
AI-0628LOGWUFL-V3
Window Frame Right Upright - 71x70x1412mm QTY 2
AI-0628LOGWUFR-V3
Window Frame Top - 84x125x805mm QTY 2
AI-0628LOGWTF-V3
Window Frame Bottom - 71x70x805mm QTY 2
AI-0628LOGWBF-V3
78
Casement Stay QTY 2
PI-07-0187
Flag Hinge QTY 4
PI-07-0211
Double Door Contents
10
9
11
12
Mortice Lock
QTY 1
PI-07-0017
Key Plate
QTY 1
PI-07-0017
Handles (Pair)
QTY 1
PI-07-0188
Adjustable Hinge QTY 6 PI-07-0209
Tower Bolt
QTY 2
PI-07-0114
Master Door QTY 1
(Morticed for lock)
AI-06LOGDGMD750X1900-V3
13
14
15
17
17a 17c
18 19 20 21
Secondary DoorQTY 1
AI-06LOGDGSD750X1900-V3
Door Frame Left Upright - 71x70x2065mm QTY 1
AI-0628LOGDUFL-V3
Door Frame Right Upright - 71x70x2065mm QTY 1
AI-0628LOGDUFR-V3
Door Frame Top - 84x125x1632mm QTY 1
AI-0628LOGDDTF-V3
Door Frame Bottom - 71x70x1508mm QTY 1
AI-0628LOGDDBF-V3
Door Strip - 16x60x1870mm QTY 1
S1660-1870mm
16
Rain Guard QTY 1
RG2844-1520 (28x44x1520mm)
17b

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30
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34
35
36
37
38
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40
42
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Log Board - 28x120x2996mm - QTY 1
LB28-AD-2996
Closure Trim - 16x28x2400mm (approx length) QTY 13
S1628-2400
Gable - 2996mm QTY 2
AI-0628RANE0403HGDD2SW-G
Starter Board - 28x66x4000mm QTY 2
LB28RT66-A-4000
Log Board - 28x120x2996mm QTY 25
LB28-A-2996
Log Board - 28x120x562mm QTY 30
LB28-B-562
Log Board - 28x120x1870mm QTY 6
LB28-B-1870
Log Board - 28x120x562mm QTY 12
LB28-C-562
Log Board - 28x120x1125mm QTY 24
LB28-B-1125
Log Board - 28x120x4000mm QTY 19
LB28-A-4000
Finisher Board - 28x45x4000mm QTY 2
LB28RG45-A-4000
Roof Board - 16x121x1600mm QTY 74
MB16-1600
Floor Board - 16x121x2743mm QTY 35
MB16-2743
Bearer - 44x44x2799mm QTY 2
F4444-2799-PT
Bearer - 44x44x3720mm QTY 10
F4444-3720-PT
Purlin - 45x120x4004mm QTY 3
F45120-A-4004
Eaves Frame - 27x44x2000mm QTY 4
F2744-2000
Fascia - 16x120x1601mm QTY 4
S16120-G-1601
Fascia - 16x120x2020mm QTY 4
S16120-2020
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Log Board - 28x120x4000mm - QTY 1
LB28-AD-4000
Storm Brace - 27x44x2000mm QTY 8
F2744-2000
41
44
Felt
43
Roof Spacers QTY 5
PI-07-0208 (20x100x2mm)
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23
24
25
26
27
28
Nail Bag
There may be extra screws present in the nail bag
Felt Tacks x 250
70mm Screw x 73
40mm Screw x 566
30mm Screw x 176
70mm Bolt Set x 16
80mm Screw x 24

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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 tongue’s and groove’s.
Step 1
Parts Needed - No. 35 QTY 2
No. 36 QTY 2
Lay the bearers (No’s. 35 & 36) 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 using 2 screws per corner
using 8x70mm screws in total,
ensuring the bearers are ush to
each other.
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
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
==
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
35
36
36
35
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
Step 2
Parts Needed - No. 36 QTY 8
Following the same method,
arrange the remaining bearers
(No. 36) inside the assembled
frame.
*Ensure there is an equal
amount of space between each
bearer.
Secure each of the frames in place
using 2x70mm screws for each
side of the bearer, ensuring the
bearers remain level.
32x70mm Screws 36
35
36
36 36 36 36 36 36 36 36

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24
23
23
23
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 3
Parts Needed - No. 23 QTY 2
No. 24 QTY 2
Place the starter boards (No. 23) 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
starter boards 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
24
25
26
24
29
24
Step 4
Parts needed - No. 24 QTY 10
No. 25 QTY 6
No. 26 QTY 6
No. 29 QTY 6
Following the method shown in the
illustration, lay the rst 6 boards
(No’s. 24, 25, 26 & 29)
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 illustra-
tion.
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 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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Step 5
Parts Needed - No. 11 QTY 1
No. 12 QTY 1
No. 13 QTY 1
No. 14 QTY 1
Arrange the left, right, top & bottom door
frames (No’s. 11, 12, 13 & 14) onto a 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
13
14
11
12
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
The internal lip of the door
frame should be positioned on
the inside of the building.
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Step 6
Parts Needed - No. 9 QTY 1
No. 10 QTY 1
No. 17 QTY 6
The Adjustable Door Hinge (No.17)
comes in three parts.
Fasten No. 17a into 17b as shown in the
illustration.
Place the master and secondary
doors (No’s 9 & 10) onto a at surface and x
the Adjustable door hinge (No.17c) to the
doors using 3x30mm screws per hinge.
Fix 3 x Adjustable Door Hinges (No. 17a &
b) into position onto the door frame using
4x30mm screws per hinge.
*Ensure the hinges are tted to the exter-
nal of the door frame so the doors open
outwards from the log cabin.
Locate the doors into the hinges ensuring
there is equal spacing on each side between
the doors and door frame, and that the
doors open & close freely without restric-
tion.
It is important to t the doors within the
frames at this stage so that you can establish
the position of the hinges. The hinges come
in three parts. Remove the doors from the
frame after tting.
**Ensure to screw into the framing and not
into the channel.
42x30mm Screws
17a
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
9
10
17
a
b
17b
a
b
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
Secondary Door Master Door

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17a
Step 7
To adjust and align your doors:
1. Lift up the doors to separate the two parts
of the hinge.
2. Turn the rotating barrel (No.17a) in / out
to move the postion of the doors either in or
away from each other.
3. You can then place the door(s) back on to
the hinge and check the whether they
require more / less adjustments, if further
adjustments are required repeat number 2.
Step 8
Once you have laid 6 log boards (on top of the
starter board) up the door section, slide the
assembled door frame over the boards resting
the frame on top of the starter board (if you have
not yet assembled the door frame refer to step
5)
*Please note: This image is for illustrative purposes
and may dier from your choice in product
(regarding door position). Nevertheless the
process of tting the door frame is the same.
**Please Note: The short boards at the front of the
building (either side of the door and window
opening’s) can be placed either side depending on
Step 9
Parts needed - No. 24 QTY 6
No. 25 QTY 12
No. 27 QTY 6
No. 28 QTY 12
No. 29 QTY 6
Following the method shown in the
illustration, lay the next 6 boards
(No’s. 24, 25, 27, 28, 29) onto the log
cabin to create your second level.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you lay
each one.
***Please Note: The short boards
placed to create the opening’s for the
doors & windows can be placed either
side depending on your needs.
24
25
25
27
28
28
29
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2
4
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
Step 10
Parts Needed - No. 2 QTY 2
No. 3 QTY 2
No. 4 QTY 2
No. 5 QTY 2
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.
Repeat the assembly outlined twice to create
two window frames.
16x80mm Screws
Pre drill
hole
80mm
screw 5
3
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The internal lip of the window
frame should be positioned on
the inside of the building.
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
Step 11
Parts Needed - No. 1 QTY 2
No. 7 QTY 4
Position the window (No. 1) so that it
sits centrally within the window frame.
Fix the female part of the ag hinge (No.
7) to the window using 4x30mm screws,
attach the male part of the ag hinge
(No. 7) to the window frame using
4x30mm screws ensuring that the
window can open and close freely.
*Ensure to attach the hinge to the
horizontal frame of the window*
Repeat this method for both windows
**It is important to t the windows
within the frame at this stage so that
you can establish the position of the
hinges. The hinges come in two parts.
Remove the window from the frame
after tting.
32x30mm Screws
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
1
7
7
7
Step 12
Once you have laid the second level of
boards onto the log cabin slide the
windows between the smaller boards
and rest on to the longer board (if you
have not yet assembled the window
frames refer to step 8)
*Ensure the boards are level with
each end.
*Please note: This image is for
illustrative purposes and may dier
from your choice in product (regarding
window position).
Nevertheless the process of tting the
window is the same

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28
29
Step 13
Parts needed - No. 24 QTY 6
No. 25 QTY 12
No. 27 QTY 6
No. 28 QTY 12
No. 29 QTY 6
Following the method shown in
the illustration, lay the next
layer of boards (No’s. 24, 25, 27,
28 & 29) onto the log cabin to
bring the board level to the top
of the window and door frames.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each other
as you lay each one.
25
27
25
28
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
32
29 24
31
Step 14
Parts needed - No. 24 QTY 1
No. 29 QTY 1
No. 31 QTY 1
No. 32 QTY 1
Following the method shown in
the illustration, lay the last
boards (No’s. 24, 29, 31 & 32)
on to the log cabin.
*Ensure that the boards are
level and ush with each other
as you lay each one.
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
22
22
Step 15
Parts needed - No. 22 QTY 2
Place the gable tops (No. 22) onto
the log cabin. 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
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
30
Pre drill
hole
70mm
screw
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
30
Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
Step 16
Parts needed - No. 30 QTY 2
Place the Finisher Boards (No. 30)
onto the building. Secure into
position at either end by screwing
through the notch into the board
below.
*Ensure that the boards are level
and ush with each other as you
lay each one.
4x70mm Screws

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Rubber Mallet
may be required
to t parts.
IMPORTANT: Pre-drill before xing screws.
Pre drill
hole
Step 17
Parts needed - No. 37 QTY 3
Align the Roof Purlins (No.37)
into the cut out slots on each gable top
ensuring each ridge bar interlocks the
boards.
Secure the ridge bars at each
end by screwing through the purlins
into the boards (ensure to pre-drill to
avoid the boards splitting) using
4x70mm screws per roof purlin.
*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 purlin is the
same.
12x70mm Screws
70mm
screw
37
37 37
37
a
b
a
32
b
33
23b 33
33
Step 18
Parts needed - No. 33 QTY 74
Place the rst two roof board’s
(No.33) onto either side of the log cabin,
making sure the boards are fush to the
end of the roof purlin. Once in position x
to each purlin using 3x40mm screws.
*Ensure the roof boards meet at the top
of the apex and leave an overhang at the
bottom.
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.
Ensure the roof boards are not laid too
close together, use the spacers (No. 44)
provided to create a 2mm gap. Adjusting
the spacing between the boards allows
the wood to swell in damp weather.
You have been issued with 74 roof boards,
but in reality you may only need to use 72.
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.
222x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
a
b
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.

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Step 19
Parts needed - No. 38 QTY 4
Ensuring the roof boards are ush
at the overhanging side and meet
at the apex, x the Eaves Frames
(No. 38) to the underside of the
roof boards using 9x40mm 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.
36x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
38
Step 20
Lift each window onto the already existing
hooks on the window frame, ensuring the
hook and bands connect.
*Some adjustment may be required to
align properly.
Pre drill
hole
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
30mm
screw
8
1
8
Step 21
Parts Needed - No. 8 Qty 2
Fix the casement stay (No. 8) onto the
window (No. 1) and the casement stay
pins to the window framing using
6x30mm black screws.
*Ensure the casement stay is centralised
on the window and the pins are in line
with the pin recievers before xing in
place.
Repeat this method to x a casement
stay to each window
12x30mm Screws

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Step 22
Lift each door onto the already existing
hooks on the door frame, ensuring the hook
and bands connect.
*Some adjustment may be required to
align properly.
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
Pre drill
hole
Step 23
Parts Needed - No. 18 QTY 1
No. 19 QTY 1
No. 20 QTY 1
Fit the Mortice lock (No. 19) into the
recess in the master door (No. 9) and secure
using the screws provided. Attach the Key
plate (No. 20) to the secondary door (No. 10)
with 4x30mm screws.
Fit the door handles (No. 18) and
connect with the metalbar to the mortice
lock using 8x30mm screws. Ensure the lock
mechanism closes correctly. If not, remove
the lock and turn the catch around by pull-
ing the spring loaded latch and turning it
180 degrees.
*Please note: This image is for illustrative
purposes and may dier from your choice in
product (regarding ironmongery).
Nevertheless the process of xing the frames is
the same.
Once components have been tted, try closing
doors to ensure the doors can be closed and
the lock works.
If your doors do need adjusting please look at
step 7.
12x30mm Screws
a
b
30mm
screw
The Mortice Lock is Reversible
a
b
20 19
10 9
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c
21
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
15
b
a
Step 24
Parts Needed - No. 15 QTY 1
No. 21 QTY 2
Attach the Door Strip (No. 15) to the
back of the secondary door using
4x40mm screws as shown.
Once xed, place the Tower
Bolts (No. 21) roughly into position at
the top and bottom of the door strip.
With a pencil mark the around the bolt.
After marking the bolt onto the
frame, drill a hole for the barrel bolt to
locate into.
Following the hole being drilled,
place the tower bolts into position and
secure using the screws provided.
4x40mm Screws
a
b
c
Pre drill
hole
40mm
screw
Front
Side
34
Step 25
Parts neeeded - No. 34 QTY 35
Place the rst oor board (No. 34) inside
the building ush to the log board on
one side. Continue adding the oor
boards (internally) making sure to
interlock each individual board.
*Do NOT secure the boards until the
last board has been measured and cut.
Following the same method as before
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. 34) 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 position
secure each board into position using
8x40mm screws.
You have been issued with 35 oor boards,
but in reality you may only need to use 34
***Please Note: Ensure to screw through
each of the oor boards into the oor
bearers.
280x40mm Screws
40mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
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Closure Trim
Internal
23
*Measure and cut the
closure trims to
t the internal space.
Closure Trim
Internal
42
*Measure and cut the
closure trims to
t the internal space.
Pre drill
hole
30mm
screw
*trim to t
Step 26
Parts needed - No. 42 QTY 6
Inside the building place the closure
trim (No. 42) 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 using 6x30mm screws per
trim, equally spaced along the face of
the board.
36x30mm Screws
RoofRoof
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
23
23
42
42
30mm
screw
Pre drill
hole
*Cut to t
Step 27
Parts needed - No. 42 QTY 7
Once the oor has been laid arrange the
closure trim (No. 42) 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
sheets/boards.
42x30mm Screws
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
Felt
tacks
Step 28
Parts needed - No. 43
Cut the felt into four strips 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: 4136mm
250x Felt Tacks
HANDLE
WITH CARE
12
3
4
1. 2.
3.
4.
43

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P 15
Step 29
Parts Needed: No. 6 QTY 2
No. 16 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.16) to the
door frame, xing in place onto the
framing above the Door using 3x70mm
screws.
9x70mm Screws.
70mm
screw
Pre drill
hole 66
16
6
IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws. IMPORTANT : Pre-drill before xing screws.
40
40
40
40
39
39
39
39
Pre drill
hole
40mm
screw
Step 30
Parts needed - No. 39 QTY 4
No. 40 QTY 4
Align the fascia’s (No. 39 & 40)
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.
24x40mm Screws

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P 16
Pre drill
hole
70mm
bolt
41
41
Step 31
Parts needed - No. 41 QTY 8
Arrange the storm braces (No. 41) around
the building (internally). Place 2x storm
braces per side xing into place using 2x
70mm 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 point possible 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 peri-
ods 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.
16x70mm Bolt Sets
It is ESSENTIAL that you apply wood
treatment immediately after the building
has been assembled.