RANGE REVIEW: GREENHOUSES & OUTDOOR BUILDINGS


WHY A GARDEN BUILDING COULD BE THE KEY TO BEATING THE WINTER SPACE SQUEEZE


As the colder months approach, homeowners are being urged to think beyond the loft, garage and spare room when looking for ways to ease the winter space squeeze. That’s according to the experts at garden building specialist Tuin.


W


ith bulky seasonal clutter such as unused


furniture and bikes as well as the unpacking of


Christmas decorations and winter coats, homes are forced to work harder at this time of year. A log cabin can provide valuable extra space without the need for an extension.


Ben Chatten, Head of Product


at Tuin, says: “Homeowners often think that a log cabin is only useful in the warm summer months, when they think of them as external living or entertaining spaces. However, a log cabin can be incredibly useful in the winter too, offering additional storage solutions for busy homes.” Tuin’s Wolfgang Log Cabin is a distinctive L-shaped building that comes with side annexe ideal for storage. Manufactured using 44mm interlocking logs, it features a wide, low-pitched roof for a cosy feel. A full height internal partition separates the Wolfgang into two and each room benefits from its


garden


both jobs at once.” The Victoria Log Cabin’s 4.1m x 3m footprint gives homeowners a proper additional room in the garden, making it well suited to a home office, creative studio or an additional storage space away from the main house. Chatten says: “The Victoria’s


58mm wall logs and toughened double glazing give it a more substantial, studio-like feel than a standard shed. “It is especially useful as winter


approaches, when the home has to work harder. Spare rooms can quickly become dumping grounds, while living spaces are expected to feel calm, comfortable and ready for entertaining. A garden cabin like the Victoria helps take that pressure off by giving homeowners a separate, purposeful space that can be used all year round.” The Victoria and Wolfgang Log Cabins are


available now


own access door - double to the summerhouse and single to the annexe.


Chatten adds: “The beauty


of the Wolfgang Log Cabin is its versatility. It is not simply a summerhouse or a storage shed, but a garden building that can do


CUT MY OFFERS EASY GREENHOUSE WINDOW FIX


Greenhouses damaged by storm debris, high winds or rogue footballs are being given a fresh lease of life thanks to innovative made-to-measure specialists Cut My. The brand, which specialises in custom interiors solutions for all areas of the home and garden, is helping to revitalise tired greenhouses with its range of replacement window panels.


The panels – which are available in acrylic or polycarbonate – can be cut to any size and shape, including triangles and trapeziums, to fit any greenhouse.


Lightweight and easy to install, Cut My’s replacement


greenhouse panels are stronger than traditional glass panels and are incredibly durable.


Plus, both acrylic and polycarbonate sheets give excellent optical clarity, offering up to 92 per cent light transmission, boosting photosynthesis for healthier plants growth. As well as offering custom dimensions, Cut My’s


replacement panels are available in a range of different thicknesses, starting at 2mm. A range of glazing clips – W, Z and Spring – are also available. Once installed, Cut My’s range of replacement greenhouse panels are easy to maintain, with just warm soapy water and a microfibre cloth needed to ensure a great finish. Cut My’s range of replacement greenhouse windows are available now, from 49p for a 100mm x 50mm panel. Visit www.cutmy.co.uk/greenhouse-windows for more information.


“Cut My’s replacement greenhouse panels are stronger than traditional glass panels and are incredibly durable.”


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from Tuin. Wolfgang is priced at £11,075.38 and Victoria at £8,613.85. Visit www.tuin.co.uk to find out more about the full range.


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