Wall thickness changes how warm, quiet and strong a cabin is, and how much it costs. Our garden cabins come in 34, 44, 58 and 68 mm logs. Sheds come in 28 and 44 mm.
| Wall thickness | Good for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 28 mm | Sheds and storage | Light and economical. Not for living or heating. |
| 34 mm | Small garden rooms, summer use | Used in part of our Smart Line cabins. A step up from a shed wall. |
| 44 mm | Garden office, studio, gym, summer use | Most of our cabins are 44 mm. Add floor and roof insulation and a heater for use in cold months. |
| 58 mm | Guest room, hobby room used often | More mass, better heat holding than 44 mm. |
| 68 mm | Living space, holiday let | The thickest logs we offer. Best heat holding and sound reduction in our range. |
What thickness does not decide
Thickness is only one part of how warm a cabin is.
- Floor and roof. On many of our kits the floor and roof boards are 19 mm, much thinner than the walls. Insulating them often matters more than adding wall thickness.
- Windows and doors. See our guide to PVC windows for log cabins for the glazing options.
- Draughts and joints. Tight log profiles and careful assembly keep wind out.
- Heating. A small heater is enough for a well-insulated garden office.
How to choose
- Decide the use. A shed, a summer retreat, an office, a guest room or a holiday let?
- Decide the months. Only summer, spring to autumn, or all year?
- Pick the thickness. 44 mm for most garden offices; 58 or 68 mm if you want more comfort in cold weather or more mass.
- Add insulation. Read about insulation kits for floors and roofs.
- Check the rules. Read our planning permission guide before you choose a size.
Wall thickness questions
Is 44 mm thick enough for a garden office? Yes, with floor and roof insulation and a heater, for most UK conditions. 58 or 68 mm gives extra comfort.
Is a thicker cabin more expensive? Generally yes, for the same size. Our garden cabin cost guide lists the price range by wall thickness.
Can I live in a log cabin? Possibly, with the right wall, insulation, heating and permissions. A home to live in needs planning permission and building regulations approval.
Tell us how you will use the cabin and we’ll suggest a model. Write to us through our contact page.