A storage shed can turn into a cabin with a few adjustments and upgrades! At Pine Creek Structures, cabins are custom built for you. You can specify exactly the details you need and want. You choose the size, colors, layout, and all the upgrades. You may choose to opt from a shell and finish the inside yourself OR you may choose to have the interior completely finished.
When turning one of our buildings into a cabin, we recommend considering the following upgrades:
Upgrade from a plain shed door to a fiberglass house door. This upgrade really helps turn a shed into a cabin! A fiberglass house door with windows allow extra natural light inside and let you see who's outside when you hear a knock on the door.
Add a porch. This helps make your building look more like a home. Porches provide a covered area outside to gather and enjoy nature together as a family. By adding a porch, you can also create a loft area inside for extra storage or sleeping space. Porches are available with or without railing.
Add venting. This is an important upgrade we recommend for every cabin! Venting allows air to circulate properly. A ridge vent and gable end vents allow warm, humid air to leave your cabin. Vented eaves provide a source of fresh, cooler air to help push warm humid air out ridge and gable vents. Without proper ventilation, your building will sweat trying to get the moisture out of the air. The humid air will create condensation inside your building. Humidity and condensation is problematic, especially so when you wish to have a finished interior!
Insulate the walls, floor, and/or roof and choose insulated windows and doors. Insulation helps keep the warm air from your heater inside and prevent the cold air from outside from sneaking in during the fall and winter. Several insulation options are available for the walls, flooring, and roofing. Insulated doors and windows are also available in a variety of style and sizes.
Increase the wall height. Depending on the size and style of the base shed you are customizing into a cabin, you may want to increase the wall height. This may be necessary for the upgrades you choose or simply for comfort.
Add extra doors and windows. Depending on the size of the cabin you choose, you may want more than one entrance/exit. Additional windows add natural light and create cool breezes on a warm days. They can be placed in almost any layout you desire!
Separate the space into rooms. In large cabins, you may want to split up the the space into separate areas, rather than have one huge common area. You may want rooms, closets, etc. We can frame out these rooms so they are ready for the interior finishing you choose to proceed with.
Choose a finished interior. While specialize in cabin shells, some fully finished interior options may be available in your area. If you desire interior finishing, discuss your options with you local store manager. Please note: Interior finishes often increase your building's production time significantly (compared to a standard shed build).
Ask about electrical packages. Some DIY-ers feel confident finishing the interior themselves, but don't have electrical skills. We have a variety of electrical packages available and can be customized with lights, light switches, receptacles, ceiling fans, baseboard heaters, mini splits, and more. Exterior light options may also be available.
Pro-Tip: Before placing your order, make sure to check any regulations and codes set by your state, county, or township. Once your cabin is in production, changes are often costly and delay delivery. Make sure to communicate any state, county, or township requirements when designing your cabin with your local store manager. Due to varying policies, we are not responsible for making sure that your cabin meets your local regulations ourselves, but will gladly help you design a cabin that meets the requirements you inform us of.
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