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Britain’s Best Beach Huts with Jay Blades
Beach huts have long been a beloved feature of the Great British seaside, offering a unique retreat by the coast. Channel 4's TV show, 'Britain's Best Beach Huts,' hosted by Jay Blades, takes us on [...]
Concrete slab construction FAQs
Building a Keops log cabin is a great way to create a relaxing retreat in your garden and add value to your property. However, it is important to ensure that the concrete slab is [...]
Walkers Lodge – a successful airbnb holiday rental
Cosy, comfortable and relaxing with great views! That's just one of the 5 star reviews for this successful log cabin retreat near the Malvern Hills. Emily and Ryan got in touch with us [...]
10 good reasons for choosing a Keops mobile home in your garden to house an elderly relative
As our loved ones age, it can become increasingly difficult to ensure their safety and well-being while still allowing them to maintain their independence. One solution to this dilemma is building a Keops log [...]
New aluminium half glazed door
We are pleased to introduce a new door option to our aluminium door range. The new single door is a half glazed version with 28mm toughened double glazing at the top and an insulated [...]
Flying high with a new log cabin workshop
If you've ever dreamed of having your very own workshop where you can tinker away to your heart's desire, then look no further. Our thanks to Mr S for sending in photos of his [...]
Mr G’s coats of many colours
Most of our customers choose to leave their interior cabin walls undecorated and natural. However, Mr G has combined imagination and creativity and fitted out this stunning mobile home. It's one of our 'Brambling' [...]
Bases – everything you need to know
Over the many years we have been in business, we have had numerous clients come to us, and ask us about what types of bases would be suitable to support the log cabins, and [...]
We’re in Country Life magazine!
You may have spotted our advert in the latest edition of Country Life magazine. This week's publication is the sustainable issue, so we're showcasing our 'Goldeneye' mobile home as an excellent solution for extra [...]
Wildgoose Rural Training – Phase Two
During January 2022, we started work on phase two for Wildgoose Rural Training. The new tearoom and vistor centre started taking shape which is designed to complement the education centre and encourage vistors [...]
Adding a useful lean-to to your log cabin
A lean-to or side store can be a great addition to any log cabin. They can add much needed extra space for a more economical price. Ideal as storage, garden equipment, bikes, tools etc, [...]
Roof trusses – what are they & when do you need one?
A roof truss is a structure designed to support the purlins and roof on a log cabin. They can be near flat as on a Moderna style cabin or pitched as with a Classic, [...]
Time-lapse video of a Keops Moderna log cabin build
Thanks to Mr H for sending us this great time-lapse video of his recently built Keops Moderna log cabin. The team worked really hard to complete the build in a day. The [...]
The grand opening of our new Keops office
This week saw the grand opening of our new offices in Evesham. All of us in the Keops office team have been working from home during the pandemic so it was really great to [...]
Take a tour around the Keops Kittiwake
The Keops 'Kittiwake' is a two bedroom, two bathroom mobile home measuring a generous 6m x 10m and features a large open plan lounge, kitchen and dining space. We supplied and built one a [...]
Our new Caravans & Mobile Homes brochure is out now!
We are very pleased to announce that our new brochure 'Caravans & Mobile Homes' is out now. If you're thinking about residential property, maybe a granny annexe, holiday let or extra accommodation then [...]
New multi room building for Worcestershire school
We've just completed building a new multi room building for a school in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. The large L shaped building measures 19m x 18.5m and is to full Building Regulations specification. Walls including insulation [...]
Wildgoose Rural Training & Nature Reserve
Wildgoose Rural Training Centre is a 6 acre smallholding and 36 acre Nature Reserve, providing opportunities for all people interested in working with the land, nature and animals to get involved, receive training and [...]
Skye Coorie, the wee Isle of Skye holiday let
Coorie is about embracing all things Scottish in order to find a sense of deep happiness. Well, it sounds good to us, which is why we are following the progress of Skye Coorie with [...]
A new school classroom in 6-8 weeks
The government wants all schools to be up and running by September following the national lockdown. Post COVID-19, school life will not be the same as before, certainly not in the short term. Schools [...]
Sixty three shades of grey
Grey is here to stay! This endlessly versatile colour has been popular for the past decade. Grey is a fabulous colour for decorating your log cabin as it goes so well with loads of [...]
Hawkchurch Community Shop
The new and improved community shop at Hawkchurch opened last month to great success. The shop is well stocked, providing local produce as well as essentials and is entirely managed and run by volunteers. [...]
Can you fit a Velux roof window in a flat roof log cabin?
Yes you can! A Velux curved glass rooflight is the ideal solution for log cabins with a flat roof. Especially suited for our Keops Moderna style cabins the Velux roof window adds extra [...]
Garden art studio and tool shed
Tucked away in a corner of the garden, Hilary's art studio and tool shed looks like it's always been there. Decorated in white and green, the log cabin sits perfectly in the well tended [...]
Double garage with carport extension
Last year Mr B ordered a Keops Classic double garage from us. Measuring 7000mm across the front gable by 6000mm eaves depth, it had our standard 19 degree apex roof pitch with Alabama laminated [...]
Gain extra living space with a log cabin house extension
Mr M wanted extra living space without the expense of a brick built extension. He contacted us with his plans and ideas (see photos below). Planning permission was granted for the Moderna style log [...]
Lenchwood Christian Centre
We are delighted to be involved in a very exciting new project for Lenchwood Christian Centre near Evesham. Situated in beautiful Worcestershire countryside, the centre is an ideal location for events, camping weeks or [...]
White Mills Marina – the brew with a view!
White Mills is a new purpose built marina situated on the picturesque River Nene in Northamptonshire. Located at White Mills Lock (lock 9) the family run enterprise can accommodate 141 berths - wide beams, [...]
10,000 applications for new garden annexes
An estimated 10,000 applications to create garden 'Granny' annexes are being made to councils per year according to a study from Churchill Home Insurance. That's an application every 53 minutes. Out of the 10,000, [...]
Potting Shed Cafe at The Plant Pot Garden Centre
If you're out and about enjoying the lovely Lichfield countryside, why not pop in to the new cafe restaurant at The Plant Pot Garden Centre. Keops designed and built the new L shaped [...]
New aluminium door range
We are pleased to introduce a new range of aluminium doors for our Keops log cabins. Available as a single door, double door or 3 panel folding door, they all feature 28mm toughened double [...]
Alvestone Ponds luxury lodges and fishing lakes
Alvestone Ponds is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the Isle of Wight. The two luxury lodges are set around private fishing lakes in a beautiful tranquil setting where you can get [...]
Sash windows for our Keops log cabins
We are pleased to announce a new range of sash windows for our Keops Interlock log cabins. The sash range have the traditional appeal of classic box sash windows but the benefits of a [...]
C’s yoga studio
C's yoga studio was designed to accommodate eight yoga students comfortably and to keep under 30 square metres to avoid Building Regulations control. It fits very nicely at the end of the garden and [...]
The ultimate snooker man cave
This must be the ultimate man cave! Tristan came to us wanting a space to house a full size snooker table in his garden. We proposed our Moderna style log cabin with near flat [...]
The garden granny annexe
Martin needed space for his mother in law when she decided to live with them. A granny annexe with living and sleeping accommodation in their garden would allow her to be close by and [...]
A new home for Mr M’s VW Campervan
Mr M chose a Keops Interlock garage to house his cherished VW Campervan. He already had an existing concrete slab, so needed a bespoke garage to fit the slab size. He opted for a [...]
New for Autumn – Keops Morsø woodburning stove packages
We are delighted to announce that we've teamed up with Danish company Morsø to bring you six woodburning stove packages. Our combined Keops & Morsø expertise means you can choose a highly efficient stove backed by [...]
Full steam ahead for Mr P’s model railway log cabin
Mr P wanted a log cabin suitable for his model railway hobby. He chose a Classic style log cabin but because it was to be sited near his garden boundary, opted for a a shallower [...]
Lucy Gell’s print making studio with a view
As the mist clears to reveal the hills of the Peak District on a chilly autumn morning, Lucy Gell starts the 30 second commute down the garden to her new printmaking art studio. It [...]
Pictures of our new Morso wood burning stove
Nothing beats the warmth and cosiness of a real log fire. We've introduced a little bit of Danish 'hygge' to our office with our new Morso wood burning stove. It's now the focal point all [...]
The easy way to achieve residential log cabin living in your garden
A very interesting interview on Radio 4's Woman's Hour this week - Jane Garvey chats to 78 year old Val about her decision to have a cabin built in her son's garden and the advantages [...]
A new therapy room log cabin for Trish
Trish has been very busy recently setting up her wonderful new treatment room in her garden in Suffolk. The Keops Classic log cabin is set in a secluded part of her garden and provides a [...]
Jim’s eaves front Classic style garage
Couple's new Keops garage wins the thumbs up from the local community To celebrate Jim and his wife building their new Keops garage, a BBQ and open day was held to celebrate the couple's success [...]
Still looking great after all these years…
We had a lovely unexpected visit from one of our oldest customers yesterday. Mr. Welsby purchased his Keops log cabin from us fifteen years ago. He made such a wonderful job of the cabin and [...]
Sarah & Max’s log cabin build video
Thanks to Sarah & Max for sending in this time lapse video of their cabins being built by the Keops team. They chose two log cabins; a gym cabin measuring 3950mm x 6000mm and a [...]
Mr S works out the perfect gym design
If you've had enough of travelling backwards and forwards to the gym and waiting for the equipment to become free, then why not consider a home gym in your garden? Mr S did just that [...]
Keops Premium tilt and turn windows
Our Keops Interlock premium tilt & turn windows are versatile, smart yet simple. They offer a two way function; with the tilt function each sash is hinged at the bottom and tilted inwards from [...]
Stylish gazebos for your garden
Why not consider an elegant gazebo for your garden? A gazebo makes a wonderful yet practical feature and focal point and can add valuable extra living space. Ideal for alfresco dining, hot tubs or just [...]
Can I install a wood burning stove in my log cabin?
Many of our customers have installed wood burning stoves in their log cabins. If you have a good supply of wood it can be a stylish and sustainable way to keep your cabin cosy during [...]
Our Keops delivery lorries
Your Keops log cabin will arrive wrapped in strong plastic and packed onto one or more pallets on a 60ft articulated lorry complete with Moffett -a 'four way' fork lift truck. This makes easy [...]
Mr V’s games room log cabin
A Keops log cabin can make an ideal games room. Warm, inviting with plenty of space to house all kinds of games equipment. Mr V wanted a large enough space for a pool table, table [...]
Shed of the Year 2016 – Entry is now open!
Entries are now invited for the prestigious title of Shed of the Year 2016! Channel 4's popular programme 'Amazing Spaces Shed of the Year' is back for its third series and you can be a [...]
The Potting Shed Cafe at Chard Garden Centre
Just off the A538 at Chard, Somerset, the Potting Shed Cafe is a welcome pitstop if you're travelling to the south coast. Inside Chard Garden Centre, the dark green log cabin with its cream doors [...]
It’s sew easy with a Keops crafty cabin!
Jane was looking for a dedicated space she could call her own for sewing and crafts. The small 2m x 3m Keops Classic log cabin is designed to provide a good working area for her [...]
The perfect size log cabin for a full size snooker table
If you've longed for your own full sized snooker table but wondered how and where to house it, then perhaps the ideal solution could be a log cabin in your garden. Here at Keops we [...]
Lets go through the oval window
Why not add a degree of elegance to your log cabin and choose a VRO oval window in your design. They can be added wherever you like but look especially good sited high up in [...]
How to fit the EPDM rubber roof to your Keops Moderna log cabin
In this video we show you how to fit the EPDM rubber roof to the Keops Moderna style range of log cabins. EPDM (or to give it its full name, Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer) [...]
How to measure the height of a log cabin
From which point do you measure the height of a log cabin? The height can be of particular importance if for example you are trying to comply with Permitted Development rules. So where do you [...]
New style Premium double door
Introducing our new WDD11 Premium double door with full length glass. For those who like maximum light this is a welcome addition to the Premium door range. 24mm double glazed as standard, the door has [...]
Building a Keops log cabin in four and a half minutes
Our time lapse video shows whats involved in the building of a Keops log cabin. From laying out the bearers, building the walls, roof, insulation and fixing the shingles you can watch it all at [...]
Timber built classrooms can have a positive impact on students
The latest edition of TRADA's 'In Touch With Timber' magazine has a very interesting article about research that has gone into establishing the positive impact of children studying in a timber environment. We were particularly [...]
Get a log cabin quote – send us a photo!
Get a log cabin quote - send us a photo! When you've decided what kind of log cabin you would like, what's the best way to convey your ideas to us? Well you can [...]
Easy squeezy, delivery’s easy!
A challenging log cabin delivery for our driver Paul this morning when faced with a narrow bridge to negotiate. As always, he coped admirably with just a few inches to spare. Thank you to Roger [...]
Automated roller doors for log cabin garages
We can provide motorised automated roller doors for your new timber garage. They are made to measure and available in a wide choice of RAL colours. Neat and compact, the door operates vertically rolling [...]
Mr. O’s snooker room
Mr O has recently been in touch for another Keops cabin. It's now 8 years since he took delivery of his snooker log cabin and he's still delighted with it. He has sent us some [...]
The case against pressure treatment of log cabins
Many potential customers have pre conceived ideas that pressure treated wall logs for log cabins are essential for the longevity of the cabin. We wish it was as simple as that as we have no [...]
A successful log cabin delivery to Cumbria for the National Trust
The delivery of a new Keops log cabin to Wasdale in Cumbria for the National Trust went without a hitch. Although one of our more trickier deliveries, our driver was reported to be brilliant, laid [...]
Mr C’s Classic garage 6m x 9m
Mr C sent us some photos of his finished Keops garage. It is a Classic style measuring 6 metres by 9 metres with a separate room at the rear. Mr C says, " [...]
Tim & Caroline’s log cabin pool room
Caroline & Tim have kindly sent us some photos and an update of their log cabin and pool project. A super example of combining fitness and leisure in your back garden. Caroline says, "At [...]
New Sadolin Superdec wood treatment colours
Not only have Sadolin extended their Superdec range of colours, but they've also introduced new Beach Hut colours, RAL and BS4800 colours. That's nearly 300 shades to choose from! Whether you're after a Dark [...]
Log cabins under 2.5m tall
If you're thinking of putting a log cabin or summerhouse in your garden next to your boundary to maximise your garden space, you will have to make a decision regarding whether to go down the [...]
A new log cabin hair salon for Hummingbird Hair
Scott and Georgia wanted to run their hairdressing business from home and thought a log cabin in their garden would be the ideal solution. They approached us with their designs and ideas and we supplied [...]
Our new pyramid roof log cabin brochure is out now!
Our new Keops 'Shaping Up Nicely' brochure is now out. It's filled with pictures of elegant pyramid roofed log cabins that our previous customers have chosen. As always with Keops we tailor make the log [...]
Cabin or boat…boat or cabin?
If you've never been able to decide between buying a lovely log cabin in your garden or spending your money on that boat you've always dreamed of, then this is for you! The glorious "Maid [...]
The Boat Roofed Shed wins Shed of the Year 2013
Huge congratulations to Alex Holland from Wales for winning the prestigious title of 'Shed of the Year 2013'. Our clear favourite this year for the Readersheds competition, and proof that you don't need to be [...]
Our new Keops ‘Moderna Style’ brochure is out now!
Request your copy of our new Keops 'Moderna' brochure. If you like the look of contemporary style log cabins or you need to keep under the 2.5m height to avoid planning permission, then our Moderna [...]
**Special offer** Your very own ‘Betty Beach Hut’ as seen on TV!
If you saw George Clarke's Amazing Spaces programme on C4 (episode 5), you will have watched Paula build her landlocked beach hut. You can now buy your very own beach hut and enjoy a little [...]
We’re on the telly!
Don’t forget to watch George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces on Channel 4 at 8pm. Episode 5 features a 1920′s showman’s caravan drunkenly bought on ebay (who hasn’t bid for something after a small sherry!), a [...]
The case against twin skin log cabins
The term ‘Twin Skin’ log cabin refers to a design of log cabin wall that is made up of two logs with a gap between them to fill with insulation. The pairs of logs interlock [...]
Super study and chill out room
Tony tells us about his fantastic new Keops Classic multi purpose log cabin! My cabin is a great success, and as promised, I am now ready to provide you with pictures and feedback on how [...]
Vote for ‘Bostin Betty’ in the Shed of the Year Competition 2012
Paula tells us a little more about the new garden office project for Big Holiday House which has reached the finals in the The Shed of the Year 2012 competition. Visit readersheds.co.uk to view the [...]
New Tapco imitation slate roof tiles
Synthetic slates in pewter grey Introducing Tapco imitation roof tiles - a great alternative to natural slate. Made from a recyclable blend of polypropylene and dolomite limestone the tiles are BBA certified and [...]
Your very own beach hut for £126k…or less
This lovely beach hut has just come on the market for a whopping £126,000. The hut at Mudeford Spit, Chichester Christchurch boasts fabulous sea views and can only be reached by boat or a very long [...]
Shed of the Year Competition 2012
Yes folks, its time to get your entries in for the 'Shed of the Year 2012' competition. You've got until May to submit your fabulous shed, then once all entries are in the public voting [...]
Double gold for Mary in Beijing
Double gold winner Mary Back in October last year, you may remember we built a fabulous log cabin to house triathlete Mary's endless pool. Since then Mary's training and hard work in the [...]
Outbuildings for residential accommodation – a planning grey area
We came across this blog post whilst researching planning laws for outbuildings and it makes very interesting reading. The post by Martin is a reply to a comment on the well [...]
Nearly new shed for sale on Ebay
That's right folks, this slightly used garden shed is up for grabs - get bidding quickly, you don't want to miss out on this one! A word of caution - we would advise viewing the [...]
James Calado – Formula 1 star of the future!
Following our sponsorship of James in GP3 last season, here's an update on his very exciting future! "Just to let you know that my first GP2 test went fantastically well. I was p5 and the [...]
Keops in “A place by the Sea”
An old brochure of ours was spotted in a recent episode of Channel 4's "A Place by the Sea". Presenter Seetha Hallett is seen advising a couple looking for a B&B and special yoga retreat [...]
A fabulous floating cabin in British Columbia
How would you like to live in this fabulous floating cabin? Margy and Wayne Lutz were committed city dwellers until they bought their floating cabin on Powell Lake, British Columbia in 2006. The two storey [...]
Calado finishes runner up in GP3 series
Our congratulations to James who finished the GP3 series in second place. The last race weekend of the year took place at Monza, Italy 9th-11th September. In the first race on Saturday, James drove one [...]
A tandem timber garage designed for Mr S
Mr S chose a Keops Classic style log cabin garage for his Austin Healey classic car. The tandem garage measures 3.95m wide by 8.56m deep and features a steeper 30 degree roof pitch with felt [...]
Second for Calado in the GP3 at Spa
Congratulations to James Calado who finished an impressive second in both races at Spa Francorchamps, Belgium at the weekend. After securing his first pole position in qualifying, James finished second behind team mate Valtteri Bottas. James [...]
Keops are proud to sponsor Formula 3 racing driver James Calado
We are very proud to announce Keops sponsorship of James Calado, Formula 3 racing driver. Richard says, "As a family we've known James for many years. Our son Robert and James have been friends since [...]
Security for your log cabin, garden office & summerhouse
According to Guardien, the UK's no. 1 website for garden security, 1 in 7 gardens will be targeted by thieves this year. So if you have a garden office, summerhouse or log cabin, you will [...]
Mrs Woods gets her ‘Diet Coke’ moment!
Mrs Woods was so delighted with her new Keops Two bedroom Lodge (and the construction) that she felt the need to send us a few pictures... If you'd like our team to build your cabin [...]
Where to view a Keops Interlock log cabin
Why not combine a day out with viewing a Keops cabin at the same time? There are a few cabins dotted around the country that are open to visitors. Butterfly World [...]
The new Forest Lodge at Blackthorn Fisheries
If you like fishing, you'll love the new holiday cabin at Blackthorn fisheries in Shropshire. Promising a luxury stay for anglers, the Keops Forest Lodge boasts a superbly equipped cabin with kingsize bed or twin [...]
Shed of the Year 2011 winner is Jon and his ‘Songs from the Shed’
The worthy winner of this year's Shed of the Year 2011 competition is Jon and his workshop/studio "Songs from the Shed". Congratulations! Jon's shed is actually quite unusual, its more about what goes on inside [...]
Fixing shelves, furniture & equipment to log cabin walls – the do’s and don’ts
With log cabins, the individual wall logs will change in height slightly dependant on moisture content of the wood. Because there are several wall logs in the height of the wall, there will be an accumulative growth [...]
New des res duck kennel makes a splash!
No, we've not gone quackers! We were all very excited when Daphne and Dylan the Mallards decided to make our lake their new home. After a few flying visits to check out the facilities, they [...]
The Premium Range doors & windows from Keops
Introducing our new Premium Range of doors and windows with wooden frames. These very attractive doors and windows are available in the the same sizes as our standard range. They are double glazed and to [...]
Quick guide to Planning Permission & Permitted Development for log cabins
When deciding to put a log cabin, shed, or garden building in the grounds of your house, you will need to consider whether it will need planning permission or not. In most [...]
Get a sauna and improve your wellbeing, health and fitness
After a hard day's work, what could be more relaxing than time out in your very own sauna? The calming atmosphere provides a great way to switch off and unwind. There are many benefits from [...]
Here’s one I made earlier!
Andrew, one of our happy customers, contacted us recently to tell us about his handywork. We think the shelves are great! Here's what he said; "I am very pleased with my log [...]
Home & garden offices – 10 great reasons to work from home
If you're thinking of working from home, then a log cabin office tucked away in your garden could be just the solution you're looking for. Any of the Keops log cabins you see on our [...]
Timber With Invisibility Technology – it’s the future!
Mr Hugh Jideot wanted a home office that would double as a workshop. The Keops Forest Lodge fitted the bill perfectly and he ordered his log cabin from us last year. Unfortunately when constructing the [...]
Choosing the right wood treatment for your log cabin
Log cabins can last for generations providing they have been properly maintained. A good finish on the exterior logs is essential if its going to last a lifetime. The wood needs to have a proper [...]
Sale! A one off Keops log cabin at a very, very special price
Might be just the job for someone... Our customer has delayed delivery of his special cabin for several months. It is ready now and needs a home (we will remake our customer a new cabin [...]
The ideal timber garage for the classic car enthusiast
A timber building is inherently condensation free, unlike those made from concrete, brick or block. Timber is a naturally insulating material which makes it easy to create a thermally efficient building. As they are easily [...]
2011 ‘Shed of the Year’ competition
Readers Sheds have announced their annual 'Shed of the Year' competition for 2011. There is a cash prize of £1000 up for grabs as well as lots of Cuprinol Woodcare products to be won. The [...]
Take a look inside the Keops Quatra log cabin
The Keops Quatra style log cabin features a lovely pyramid shaped roof. We often get asked what it looks like inside; does it have a flat ceiling, or does the ceiling follow the roof contours? [...]
Not building on the flat needn’t be a slippery slope
If you’ve long considered having a log cabin but have been put off because your garden is undulating or sloping, don’t despair. There are a number of solutions available for even the hilliest land. [...]
Billionaire spends £150k on a Swiss Chalet Wendy House
A replica Swiss chalet was commissioned by a billionaire for his two children. The four room chalet was made by a British firm in Norfolk and transported over to Switzerland. The two storey, 12ft cabin [...]
Building a home gym in your garden
A very happy new year to you all! January is the time for resolutions and good intentions for getting fit during the year. So, if you've thought about joining your local gym, why not consider [...]
Got too much time on your hands?
Ok, so you've been given too much time off over Christmas. You've watched “The Sound of Music” again, stuffed yourself with turkey and eaten all the Quality Street. What now? Get out that packet of [...]
Tools & equipment you’ll need to build your log cabin
Tools you'll need to build your log cabin Here we have a handy list of tools and equipment you'll need to build your log cabin. You probably own the essential ones. Screwdriver, spirit [...]
How to build a concrete base for your log cabin
In most cases a 100mm thick concrete slab is an ideal base for your log cabin providing the ground is reasonably level and firm. The slab described here is the “above ground” method and includes [...]
Before you begin building the cabin…
Before you start, its a good idea to get organised and familiarise yourself with the parts and the process - this will save you a lot of time and head scratching later on! When your [...]
Laying out the pressure treated bearers
The cabin sits on a network of pressure treated floor bearers on the concrete base. These support the walls and the floor of the cabin On the parts list you will find [...]
Building the log cabin walls
Our short video shows the cabin walls of a Keops Forest Lodge being built. It is built on a timber frame instead of the usual concrete base. Take your parts list and ensure that you [...]
Changing the window frames to fit the wall thickness
Rick explains in this short video how to change the window frames to fit the log thickness of the cabin walls. The doors and windows supplied will have a special U channel type frame. This [...]
Mary’s Endless Pool Cabin
Triathlete Mary tells us about her Endless Pool and log cabin "As a GB Age Group Triathlete with limited time to go to the pool due to the 'day job', I'd been hatching a plan [...]
Gables and roof beams
Once you have assembled the correct number of log levels according to your plans, it will be noticed that the side walls are half a log higher than the gable walls. This is correct and [...]
How to fit the doors and windows
You have the choice of fitting the doors and windows in two ways; either prepare the doors and windows as described in "Changing your window frames to fit the log thickness of your cabin" and [...]
Roof boards and rain slats
Before you start, identify the roof boards from the floor boards. Both of these are 19mm thick but will be different lengths. Divide the roof boards equally and place ready either side of the cabin. [...]
Fitting the roof insulation
The cabin should be completed to roof level with the roof boards and rain slats fitted. Do not fit the side, front or rear fascia boards yet. You will have received extra materials as stated [...]
How to apply the felt roof shingles
Our felt roofing shingles are easy to fit and can be used on log cabins roofs with a slope of 12 degrees or more. The tools you will need are a hammer and a sharp [...]
Fitting the floor insulation
For a standard un insulated floor, the floor bearers are designed to run left to right across the building and at intervals of approximately 480-500mm centre distances from front to back. These bearers are supplied [...]
Laying the floorboards
Identify the 19mm pine floorboards by their length. Start with the first floor board parallel to the wall of the cabin. Ensure that the tongue of the board is facing away from the wall. Allow [...]
Building a log cabin veranda
A veranda makes a lovely addition to any log cabin – a great place for sitting out or alfresco dining. A typical veranda is usually made up of the veranda balustrade and pressure treated timber [...]
How to apply wood treatments to your log cabin
We highly recommend that you treat your log cabin with wood preservatives as soon as possible after it has been built. The logs will be supplied 'natural' and untreated so it is extremely important that [...]
Construction Week – our DIY guide starts on Monday
Keops Construction Week ! Starting on Monday, for the next week or so we'll be explaining everything you need to know about building your Keops log cabin. Whether you've already started and you're in the [...]
Baby, its cold outside…
Baby, its cold outside...but it’s very cosy here inside our cabin! We often get asked the questions, "how warm are your log cabins, can they be used all year round and what do you use [...]
Video of a log cabin build in Wales
A very nice video taken by one of our customers in Wales and featuring our very own team of Keops builders. The log cabin is a Keops Classic Style measuring 6 metres by 14 metres [...]
Royal approval for romantic log cabin
It's official! Prince William proposed to girlfriend Kate Middleton last month at the remote Rutundu log cabins in Kenya, Africa. Accessed by a steep mountain climb or helicopter, the basic cabins have few mod cons [...]
A very bad case of ‘shed-envy’!
Richard and Lois kindly took the time to send us an update on their new Keops Cottage Style log cabin and to tell us that their neighbours have "shed-envy" like you wouldn't believe. We have [...]
Order your log cabin now to beat January’s VAT rise
VAT to rise to 20% in January 2011 Order now to avoid being stung by the new 20 percent VAT rate that comes into effect from January 2011. Don't delay, here is your [...]
The PSP Southampton Boat Show – 10th to 19th September
The 2010 Southampton Boat Show offers the whole family a fantastic day out, whatever your interest or skill level. One of the show's biggest attractions is the Spectacular Show Marina, with over 2km of pontoons [...]
Keops supply 3 log cabins for £27m world class visitor attraction
After seven years of searching, founder Clive Farrell finally found the perfect site for his £27 million world class visitor attraction, Butterfly World which aims to be the biggest and most exciting butterfly experience [...]
The quest for the perfect writing studio
Julia tells us about her project from start to finish. "I'm a published writer and teacher and bought a cabin to use as a studio space in which to work from home. I've got a [...]
Come & visit us at the CLA Game Fair at Ragley Hall
We're on stand K869 in the gardening section! The CLA Game Fair is a great day out for all the family - from falconry to food, with ferrets and fishing in between! There are country [...]
Keops – As seen on TV with Amanda Lamb!
"My Flat Pack Home" starts Friday 23rd July at 10pm Amanda Lamb - My Flat Pack Home The new TV series "My Flat Pack Home" starts next Friday [...]
A timber garage for a classic car enthusiast
How we designed a wooden garage for Mr B's classic E-Type Jaguar. As a classic car enthusiast, Mr B got in touch with us to discuss a design for a Keops wooden workshop garage. The [...]
Log Cabin Technology Reaches Soaring New Heights
"It really is quite amazing!" said Mrs Nesta Bird when asked about her very unusual log cabin. "I wrote in to Keops last year for some of the 'Logcabinus Horizontalus' seeds after hearing about them at the Chelsea Flower Show. We duly planted one at the bottom of our back garden, and then quite forgot about it.
Bargain £40,000 Beach Hut For Sale!
Thinking of a place in the sun? This ramshackle shed (or beach hut if you have a vivid imagination) is on offer for an eye watering £40,000. Tight on space, no door, leaky roof but in a fantastic location in Southwold.
View a Keops Log Cabin in the North of England
If you live in the north of the country or find yourself visiting the Morpeth area, why not pop into Stannington Nurseries and take a look at the new tea room. Designed and built by Keops, the "equestrian style" log cabin is situated behind the main nurseries.
The Achingly Trendy Cafe Ginkgo Log Cabin
The fantastic new log cabin cafe at Ginkgo Garden Centre designed and built by us at here at Keops. If you're in the London Hammersmith area, why not pop in and sample the wonderful food available.
Winner of Shed of the Year 2009
Shed of the Year 2009 Winner Steven Harwood of West Wales is this years winner of Shed of the Year. The "Kite Cabin" was designed and built by Steven and boasts fantastic views [...]
Ooh La La…Keops go to France!
Mr & Mrs Willoughby's French adventure. After several visits to us here in Evesham, Mr & Mrs Willoughby decided that the Keops Interlock Two Bedroom Lodge would be perfect for their weekends away in France.They [...]
New Species of Scandinavian Pine Discovered
Botanists have recently discovered a new species of pine tree found to be growing near the Arctic Circle. Similar to other types of Northern Scandinavian pine, it also has a very tight grain and high [...]
Wendy’s gorgeous log cabin
Wendy initially approached us looking for a log cabin that would fit into an awkward wedge shaped garden. She had seen other cabins and although not perfect for her in layout or size, thought [...]
The world’s largest log cabin
Chateau Montebello ...is the Chateau Montebello. The private resort of Montebello, Quebec, Canada, often described as a "log chateau" was built in 1930. The cedar chateau was built by the Swiss-American Hubert Saddlemire [...]
The best in Christmas glass ornaments!!!
Yes folks, we've scoured the internet to bring you the finest selection of Christmas tree ornaments. All, of course, feature log cabins (well, what else did you expect?) and not so strangely all are available [...]
The Hot Dog Log Cabin!
Yes, really!... Unfortunately we can't recommend it as there are no interlocking corner joints but we love the cheese on toast roof and bacon shingles!
Russian gangster & the world’s tallest log cabin
Visit Arkhangelsk in north-west Russia and you can't fail to miss probably the world's tallest log cabin. Built by one time gangster Nikolai Sutyagin and looking like a cross between a pile of timber awaiting bonfire night and a horror fairy tale castle, the wooden house reaches 144ft and has 13 floors.
Which country invented the log cabin?
Abe Lincoln's birthplace The oldest log homes are said to date from 30BC, a pile of logs stacked up to form a pyramid (is that why Richard chose the name Keops?) but the [...]
Super new sports pavilion for local Worcestershire community
Keops replaced the existing building at Eckington with a specially designed pavilion style sports and recreation log cabin. The new building is now home to a number of sports teams as well as the local [...]
Comfortable & energy efficient school classroom
The log cabin classroom was designed by Keops to replace the existing school building which was very tired and dated. Built to building regulations standard, the cabin features Keops own insulation system and our PVC [...]
Mr & Mrs Miller
Mr. & Mrs. Miller approached Keops Interlock with very positive ideas for the ultimate design of a one bedroom style log cabin. They had trawled the internet over and over again but could not find [...]
Rodbaston College Visitor Centre & Cafe
Rodbaston College in Staffordshire runs courses in animal care and consequently have many animal residents on site. The college wanted to allow the public to visit and view the animals and create some extra revenue. [...]
Mr & Mrs M’s Pilates studio
Mr. M found Keops Interlock tailor made cabins to be an enormous saving over brick built and found that Keops had the technical expertise for a demanding project. Mr. & Mrs. M required a garden house [...]
Madresfield Early Years Nursery Centre
Keops designed and built an 11.5 x 14 metre long building suitable for a school baby and toddler facility. The log cabin was subjected to building regulations approval for a commercial building and therefore included [...]