DIY Self Build Home Offices, Studios and Lodges

All timbers will naturally age even over a short period of time. The exterior finish of the garden office you see on show or in the brochure is fresh and new. The sun's UV rays and wet weather will force the colours to change and fade. So, don't buy on the strength of the colour you now, unless it is painted or stained, even then they will change too.

Ideal for the organic garden

Cadet is the choice for Garden Lodges. All timber used on their buildings is sourced from well managed and sustainable sources, not least the striking Cedar wall cladding. The rich warm colour and texture of Cedar blends well with the garden environment and yet is highly resistant to decay - cedar is one of the world's most durable timbers. Garden Lodges Cedar cladding can be left untreated and will age naturally to a "Silvery Grey" colour over time - cedar has a richly textured grain with colours ranging from mellow ambers, reddish cinnamon and rich sienna browns.

The roof again offers many choices from a flat GRP roof to a traditional pan tiled finished, clay, shingles, felt, and many other options.

If you are thinking about have a ventalated window on the roof, consider the impact of heavy rain and the noise, it can sound like gravel being poured on the roof.