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- Page 1 TIG/INS44 TIGER LAKRA LOG CABIN GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...
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Page 2: Before You Get Started
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED 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). • Ensure there is plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly. TIMBER As with all natural materials, timber can be affected during various weather conditions. - Page 3 We understand how busy life can be. Our Pro-Installation service can take the stress and strain out of assembling your quality Tiger building for you. We recommend using professional and dedicated installers to erect your building. With their knowledge and experience, they will ensure that your cabin is put properly in place ready for you to enjoy your space for years to come.
- Page 4 BEFORE YOU GET STARTED TOOLS REQUIRED We recommend using the following tools (not supplied): HAMMER RUBBER MALLET DRILL LADDER TAPE MEASURE SHARP KNIFE SPIRIT LEVEL SCREWDRIVER + WOOD SAW SPANNER FIXING KIT CONTENTS: Clout Nails Screws (20mm Galvanised - QTY 300) (40mm - QTY 30) Nails Screws...
- Page 5 Please retain instructions for future reference BUILDING PACK CONTENTS: For full details of what should be included please see the Product Construct Diagram and itemised cutting list that is supplied with the delivery. They are also available on request in pdf form from our helpful Customer Support team –...
- Page 6 TIGER LAKRA LOG CABIN GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Step 1: UNPACKING CABIN COMPONENTS: • Unpack all components from your supplied cabin pack(s) and place each individual component in the correct order using the supplied construct diagram and parts list as a guide. Ensure all components are present and in the correct position before beginning assembly.
- Page 7 Please retain instructions for future reference Step 2: DOUBLE DOOR ASSEMBLY • For cabins with double doors, build up door frame using the four door components provided. Remove supplied key. This is usually stapled over keyhole. • Arrange the door framing onto a firm and level surface, with hinges to the ground. Slot the door sill (base) then the door head into place.
- Page 8 TIGER LAKRA LOG CABIN GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Step 3: LAY DOWN TANALISED BEARERS • Refer to the floor plan of your construct diagram, position the tanalised bearers on prepared base. • Spread out the tanalised bearers equally at approx. 400mm centres.
- Page 9 Please retain instructions for future reference Step 4: BEGIN BUILDING WALLS • Place 1st layer of logs on the edges of the bearers. Ensure half logs are put down first. See construct diagram for build order. • Measure corner to corner diagonally to make sure cabin floor is square. If both values are equal, your frame is square.
- Page 10 TIGER LAKRA LOG CABIN GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Step 5: SECURING FLOOR • Check floorboards are correct size. Do not mix up with roof boards. • Lay 5 floorboards in position and tack in place. Leave approx. 2.5mm gap between the edge of the floorboards and the inside of external walls.
- Page 11 Please retain instructions for future reference Step 7: INSTALL DOORS & WINDOWS • Take the assembled doors and frame and slide over the logs until fully inserted. • Position centrally within opening. This will leave a gap either side for settling. (Detail F1) NOTE: DOORS ARE VERY HEAVY, PLEASE TAKE CARE WHEN LIFTING INTO PLACE.
- Page 12 TIGER LAKRA LOG CABIN GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Step 8: INSTALL GABLE TOPS • Unscrew pent gable top as shown. Keep screws in a safe place. • Install pent gable tops. Place 1 on top of the final side logs. • Fit logs to high and low side of cabin as shown.
- Page 13 Please retain instructions for future reference Step 9: INSTALL PURLINS • Position the purlins with the angled cuts to the bottom. (Detail H1) Ensure notches in purlins line up with gable tops. • Secure the purlins into the gable tops using 2x N65 per purlin per gable top. (Detail H2) •...
- Page 14 TIGER LAKRA LOG CABIN GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Step 11: INSTALL ROOF BATTEN AND SKIRTING • Fix roof batten onto the underside of roof boards on low side using 6x N40, evenly spaced along length. Finish with a piece of skirting, attached using 6x N40, evenly spaced along length.
- Page 15 Please retain instructions for future reference Step 13: FELT THE ROOF - MEASURE AND CUT BEFORE INSTALLING FELT • Roll felt out onto a clean flat surface 30 minutes before you need it so it has a chance to flatten out. •...
- Page 16 Step 14: ATTACH ROOF FASCIA BOARDS (BARGEBOARDS) • Secure fascias together to create a double height fascia for the Lakra using 2x N40 per 175mm framing supplied. (Detail M1 & M2) NOTE: ON HIGH SIDE FASCIAS WE RECOMMEND 5x 175MM BATTENS PER DOUBLE HEIGHT FASCIAS.
- Page 17 Please retain instructions for future reference Step 15: CUT FLOORBOARD TO SIZE LAY FLOORBOARDS • Start to lay the floorboards. There should be a 2.5mm gap between the edge of the floorboards and the outer logs to allow for expansion and contraction. •...
- Page 18 TIGER LAKRA LOG CABIN GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Step 17: INSTALL INTERNAL ROOF BATTENS • Fix internal roof battens to the top side logs using 4x S40 evenly spaced along the batten as shown. (Detail N) • These will seal roof and side walls.
- Page 19 Please retain instructions for future reference Step 19: ATTACH STORM BRACES • Fix storm braces to the inside of gables with 2x CB40 provided. Always leave the bottom CB40 slack enough to let the storm brace move as the cabin expands and contracts.
- Page 20 TIG/INS44 Display Agent Woodlands DIY Store Station Yard, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 5NZ Telephone: 0113 205 4189 Website: tigersheds.com Email: customersupport@tigersheds.com...
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