Sustainability

Although log cabins are already an environmentally friendly way to go, there are always ways to improve their green credentials.

If the structure does not lend itself to a garden cabin room, for example, then it is usually best to choose a location on brownfield or abandoned land. Avoiding areas which would be damaged or irreversibly changed with the addition of outdoor huts and gazebos is a kinder choice to make for your placement. Wherever it is located, maximising the natural light that reaches your log cabin is an easy way to reduce energy costs.

Dead timber is often more sustainable than live green wood, and recycled wood is also more sustainable than many other alternatives. These materials are useful for both inside and outside your bespoke log cabins. 

It is important to utilise every piece of wood when building log cabins, including the scraps and leftovers. These pieces of timber can come in handy to create architectural features such as porches and balconies, and helps avoid any wastage.

Internally, adding details such as ceiling fans will reduce the need for air conditioning units, which often have a negative impact on the environment. When selecting whitegoods such as dishwashers and freezers, try to select those of the highest ratings to reduce their energy consumption. Under floor heating provided by a water pump will not only reduce energy costs but will also recycle other products, such as rainwater collected in water barrels.

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There are many reasons to use sustainable building materials when constructing log cabins. For example, when the wooden planks are locally sourced, the overall carbon footprint of the garden cabin room is reduced. Usually, the wood used for these structures contains high levels of carbon; this means that the carbon stored in these could cancel out the carbon emissions of less effectively fabricated local buildings.

The localisation of the production and preparation of this wood has a positive impact on the nearby economy. This increases the creation and access of good quality jobs and ensures that the money spent on materials is done so in community enterprises.

Because of the durability of sustainable woods, there is less likelihood of the need for repeated repairs and maintenance. This means that the garden cabin room can remain free from renovation materials, which may not be as eco-friendly as the original building materials.

When good quality wood is used in the construction of bbq cabins, the building becomes much more insulated than normal. This will not only be cheaper for the owner to live or work there, but also means that less energy will be used to heat or cool down the cabin; the impact of greenhouse gasses is reduced.

It has been shown that people living or working in wood-built outdoor huts and gazebos are less stressed and feel that their productivity is increased, as well as their creativity. 

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Compared to traditional pieces of construction, log cabins are often considered to be healthier for the natural environment. But is this really the case?

The short answer is yes, log cabins can, and generally are, very environmentally friendly. There are many ways to ensure that this is the case and one of the easiest is to use local timber merchants and other tradespeople. This reduces the need for long-distance travel and ultimately the carbon footprint of any outdoor huts and gazebos.

Another simple way to improve the environmental credentials of log cabins is to use sustainable wood and other building materials. These can be recycled goods, wood that is grown and cut down in an appropriate way and using paints and stains which are low in those ingredients which have an impact on the ozone layer.

To reduce the consumption of power, inserting large windows for natural light into bbq huts, hot tub garden rooms or simple log cabins will negate the need to use artificial lighting sources. Securing solar panels to the cabin roof also will reduce the need for heating or cooling systems which again, curtails the use of polluting gadgets. 

On the outside of the cabin, adding gardens or areas where lots of plants can be grown will not only increase oxygen levels, but may also be a source of organically grown fruit and vegetables, which are healthier than many shop bought items. 

Our team members at Logspan can help you make sure you use the best materials for your log cabins, so give us a call today.

It is always crucial to consider the environmental factors when investing or building a log cabin. Deriving wood materials from sustainable sources can be one of the founding principles of having an environmentally friendly structure with the lowest carbon footprint possible. 

The increase in sustainable forestry practices means that work is done to ensure enough trees are planted to increase carbon capture, whilst simultaneously providing enough timber for building. It is common for older tress to be cut down, allowing younger ones to maximise their capacity for absorbing carbon. These older trees are then used for a wide range of building projects, without the need to remove other essential areas of forests. 

Local woodland and forestry management plays a part in preserving areas of natural woodlands. This means that there is scope to increase the numbers of essential trees and also maintain the appropriate levels of the wood we need for various purposes. Several legal standards preserve these practices. 

When trees are planted for the specific purpose of wood production, there is an increase in habitats for local wildlife, as well as providing natural flood defences. Timber grown and prepared locally decreases the need for overseas transportation; it also helps increase employment for local people. 

Timber used for log cabins or bbq huts can be reused in a way many other materials cannot. Simply repainting or sanding planks will render them reusable, making wood perhaps one of the most sustainable building materials around.

Our team at Logspan can tell you about how we source our cabin materials, so contact us today to learn more.