Design
At Irish Shepherd's Huts we take pride in every hut we produce and never compromise on the quality of the products we use to create our huts. We use local companies to source materials and services and the timber used is sustainably grown and certified.
Although our standard size is 12'2" (3.7 meters) by 7'7" (2.3 meters) we understand not every client requires a 'one size fits all' and we can therefore adjust the size to suit.
Although our standard size is 12'2" (3.7 meters) by 7'7" (2.3 meters) we understand not every client requires a 'one size fits all' and we can therefore adjust the size to suit.
Construction
Chassis - traditional, timber ladder frame - the foundation of the hut and designed to withstand the elements and last for decades to come.
Towing yoke and turntable - fabricated in a local forge.
Wheels - one of the most important aesthetics of a hut. We always use cast iron wheels (never welded mild steel), two small and two large which again will last forever!
Walls - built from construction grade softwood framing overlaid with exterior grade sheathing and waterproof barrier on the inside with the addition of a breathable, waterproof membrane on the outside; this is a recognised method used in timber framed houses. The internal walls and ceiling are clad with a solid timber, beaded, tongue and groove board which is painted in your chosen colour.
Cladding - Feather edge timber cladding is applied to the exterior which can be painted or stained in the colour of your choice. Red cedar can be used instead for an additional charge; this has natural oils which make it ideal for outdoor use and over time mellows to a lovely silver colour. Alternatively, galvanised corrugated iron is an option which can be left in it's natural silver state or painted.
Roof - classic curved corrugated metal; this can be painted or even laid with a green, living roof of either sedum or wildflower.
Insulation - the floor, walls and ceiling are all insulated to a thickness of 100mm with a recycled, eco-friendly product.
Flooring - engineered hardwood flooring is fitted as standard with a range of stain finishes available.
Doors and Windows - all the double glazed doors and windows are crafted in our workshop and can be configured to suit your requirements. French doors, round windows and uPVC windows can also be fitted as alternatives.
Towing yoke and turntable - fabricated in a local forge.
Wheels - one of the most important aesthetics of a hut. We always use cast iron wheels (never welded mild steel), two small and two large which again will last forever!
Walls - built from construction grade softwood framing overlaid with exterior grade sheathing and waterproof barrier on the inside with the addition of a breathable, waterproof membrane on the outside; this is a recognised method used in timber framed houses. The internal walls and ceiling are clad with a solid timber, beaded, tongue and groove board which is painted in your chosen colour.
Cladding - Feather edge timber cladding is applied to the exterior which can be painted or stained in the colour of your choice. Red cedar can be used instead for an additional charge; this has natural oils which make it ideal for outdoor use and over time mellows to a lovely silver colour. Alternatively, galvanised corrugated iron is an option which can be left in it's natural silver state or painted.
Roof - classic curved corrugated metal; this can be painted or even laid with a green, living roof of either sedum or wildflower.
Insulation - the floor, walls and ceiling are all insulated to a thickness of 100mm with a recycled, eco-friendly product.
Flooring - engineered hardwood flooring is fitted as standard with a range of stain finishes available.
Doors and Windows - all the double glazed doors and windows are crafted in our workshop and can be configured to suit your requirements. French doors, round windows and uPVC windows can also be fitted as alternatives.