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Furious Pigeon 5.0m x 3.0m ( 45mm ) Log Cabin
E10-5030FP-45
Installation Manual
Please read this installation manual carefully
before proceeding with the construction of your log cabin.
Check all components prior to assembly
If you have purchased a log cabin with an extension please refer to the extension manual set
Important!
All dimensions are approximate and subject to the limitations of the materials used and the methods of manufacture
Unique Cabin Reference Number
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- Page 1 Furious Pigeon 5.0m x 3.0m ( 45mm ) Log Cabin E10-5030FP-45 Installation Manual Please read this installation manual carefully before proceeding with the construction of your log cabin. Check all components prior to assembly If you have purchased a log cabin with an extension please refer to the extension manual set...
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Page 2: Parts List
Parts List Page 2 WOODEN PARTS : including 1 extra wall log and 1 extra roof or floor board PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm EN.4770 Bearer ( Pressure treated ) 4770 EN.2320 2320 Bearer ( Pressure treated ) EN.2295.45 Bearer ( Pressure treated ) 2295 EN.1868.45... - Page 3 • Dunster House Ltd will not freely replace any parts that are damaged due to any neglectful workmanship when your cabin is being built. However, replacement parts are available to purchase, please contact our Parts department at parts@dunsterhouse.co.uk.
- Page 4 If you are still unable to find an answer to your query please contact our Customer Services department by email or in writing stating your query and including your order number starting with "SO" or your postcode to either: cs@dunsterhouse.co.uk or FAO Customer Services, Dunster House Ltd - Factory 1, Elms Farm Industrial Estate, Bedford, MK41 0LF Assembly Instruction Instructions are available from our website - https://dunsterhouse.co.uk/customer-login-area/log-in.
- Page 5 Page 5 How to install twisted/warped timber Timber is a natural product and unlike extrusions made from plastic or metal is likely to twist due to the nature of the material. Warped timber is unavoidable particularly with soft wood and is more common in longer and larger sections. Warping can occur even once a product is packed.
- Page 6 Component List Page 6 BEARERS Pressure Treated ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm WIDTH EN.4770 Bearer ( Pressure treated ) 4770 EN.X EN.2320 2320 Bearer ( Pressure treated ) EN.2295.45 Bearer ( Pressure treated ) 2295 WIDTH EN.1868.45 Bearer ( Pressure treated ) 1868 EN.1865.45...
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Page 7: Component List
Component List Page 7 FASCIA BOARD TRAPEZOID FINIAL ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm ZN.1660.C11 Fascia Board 1660 Z.120.A Trapezoid TOP WALL LOG - Right ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm... - Page 8 Component List Page 8 WALL LOG F ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm A45.1460.70.0.0.F Wall Log 1460 WALL LOG FB ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm A45.1960.70.0.0.FB Wall Log 1960 WALL LOG B ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm WIDTH_mm...
- Page 9 Component List Page 9 APEX The image used is for reference only, the number of purlin cut outs may vary on your cabin apex. See the wall layout page for details of your specific apex. ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION THK_mm HT_mm LNG_mm...
- Page 10 Bearer Layout Page 10 The minimum overall base dimension should be 100mm bigger than the external dimensions of the cabin. Only a completely level and stable load bearing foundation should be used as a base for your log cabin. Failure to do this may lead to installation issues and diminish the integrity of your log cabin. Screw the outer bearers together with 50mm screws at 400mm intervals leaving a 25mm interval at the either end of the bearers.
- Page 11 First Wall Logs Page 11 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT - Ensure that the base of the bearers and first layer of A45.4840.70.2420.0 Wall Log wall logs are level and square. Continue to check if the cabin is A45.1460.70.0.0 Wall Log square by measuring the diagonals and that the walls are level B45.2990.70.70.0...
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Page 12: Front Wall
Wall Layout Page 12 The layout of your doors and windows can be changed by installing the relevant logs on the opposite side of the cabin or the Front Wall opposite side of the front wall. The position of the XN logs cannot be changed and need to have the top angle sloping outwards from the middle of the cabin. - Page 13 Wall Layout Page 13 The layout of your doors and windows can be changed by installing the relevant logs on the opposite side of the cabin or Side Wall - Left the opposite side of the front wall. The position of the XN logs cannot be changed and need to have the top angle sloping outwards from the middle of the cabin.
- Page 14 Wall Layout Page 14 The layout of your doors and windows can be changed by installing the relevant logs on the opposite side of the cabin or End Roof Support the opposite side of the front wall. The position of the XN logs cannot be changed and need to have the top angle sloping outwards from the middle of the cabin.
- Page 15 Doors & Windows Page 15 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER The windows are pre-assembled but the door frame for your cabin comes E10 - CORNER NARROW DOUBLE DOOR - 45 in separate parts to protect it during transportation. Please note that the E10 - NARROW WINDOW - 45mm bottom part will be slotted together with the top part to prevent damage during transport.
- Page 16 Pre-drill 3mm pilot holes for all screws to avoid splitting timbers. Position the hole/screw towards the top of the slotted hole. Do not tighten the screw fully, this will allow the frames enough freedom of movement to realign vertically but stay in position horizontally. Attach the Dunster House logo plate to the door and window frames. WINDOW FRAME...
- Page 17 Doors & Windows - additional information Page 17 Georgian bar & Drip bar Door sashes Door bolts Pre-drill 3mm pilot holes for all screws to avoid With the cabin assembled and the door frame in place Note: Before proceeding with the installation of splitting timbers.
- Page 18 Top Wall Logs Page 18 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT - Check the cabin is square and the walls are level. A45.4990.70.70.2570 Wall Log A45.2990.70.70.0 Wall Log IMPORTANT - Use a step ladder to install the top wall logs, and apexes. A45.1460.70.0.0 Wall Log A45.2990.70.70.0.B...
- Page 19 Apexes Page 19 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT - Check the cabin is square and the walls are level. AP45.2990.A Apex IMPORTANT - Use a step ladder to install the top wall logs, and apexes. PLEASE NOTE - The images used are for reference only. The configuration of your windows and doors may differ from the cabin shown.
- Page 20 Corner Door Top Trim Page 20 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT - Check the cabin is square and the walls are level. J.1960 Trim IS45.1230.B Corner Door Top Log Filler IMPORTANT - Use a step ladder to install the top wall logs, apexes and the trim above the door.
- Page 21 Corner Door Top Trim Page 21 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT - Check the cabin is square and the walls are level. F.800.45 Roof Board T&G J.1960 Trim IMPORTANT - Use a step ladder to install the top wall logs, apexes and above door trim and roof boards.
- Page 22 Purlins Page 22 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT - Check the cabin is square and the walls are level. P45.4990.65.65.2565 Purlin IMPORTANT - Use a step ladder to install the purlins and roof boards. Do not put your weight on the roof before all roof boards are secured. •...
- Page 23 Roof Installation Page 23 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION IMPORTANT - The optional Roof Insulation is installed after the roof boards, F.1590 Roof Board T&G please refer to the "Roof Insulation (optional)" section in this manual. J.1960 Trim ROOF BOARDS •...
- Page 24 R oo f In Page 24 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER THK_mm WIDTH_mm LNG_mm Install roof insulation on top of the roof boards, but ROOF INSULATION P2-PANEL A 2500x1250 1250 2500 prior to installing felt or shingles. Pre-drill 3mm ROOF INSULATION P2-PANEL K 2500x415 2500 pilot holes for all screws to avoid splitting Roof Insulation L Bracket...
- Page 25 Roof Felt Page 25 Waterproof membrane Roof felt IMPORTANT - Roof Insulation should be installed prior to felt. See the Roof Insulation page for details. 40-50mm overhang • The Eaves Edging and Eaves Edge Reinforcement must be fitted before the waterproof membrane Eaves Roof boards edging...
- Page 26 Shingles (Rectangular) Page 26 Fig. A First layer of rectangular shingles, with the slots Cutting line IMPORTANT - Roof Insulation should be installed prior to pointing towards the roof ridge Fig. D Rectangular Shingles shingles. See the Roof Insulation page for details. •...
- Page 27 Roof Installation Page 27 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION It is essential you fit a waterproof covering to the roof. Eaves Edging HN.3000 Eaves Edging is fitted before any roof covering, the Fascia Boards after. Before HN.2000 Eaves Edging following the next steps, please read the "Felt installation" or ZN.1660.C11 Fascia Board "Shingles installation"...
- Page 28 Storm Braces and Vents Page 28 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION STORM BRACES J.1960.B Storm Brace • Storm braces should be installed after the roof is fitted. VENTS - SET Vent Set • Storm braces can be installed internally or externally. •...
- Page 29 Floor Installation Page 29 ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION FLOOR BOARDS J.1960 Trim F.2760 Floor Board T&G • We recommend that the floor boards are installed when the cabin F.2760.45 Floor Board T&G walls and roof are completed. • Place the floor boards centrally between the front and rear walls and F.2760 at right angles to the bearers.
- Page 30 Position the hole/screw towards the top of the slotted hole. Do not tighten the screw fully. This will allow the frames enough freedom of movement to realign vertically if the wall logs 'move' but stay in position horizontally. See the Door And Window Installation page of this manual for more information. Attach the Dunster House logo plate to hide the slotted hole and screw, when the frame is secured.
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