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45 Square Metres of Freedom – Public Consultation
How a Simple Planning Change Could Unlock Thousands of New Homes – Without Building on a Single New Field At MyCabin.ie, we’ve always believed in making the very most of the space you already have. That’s why the Government’s current consultation on updating Ireland’s Exempted Development Regulations has caught our full attention—because one proposed change could be a game-changer for homeowners, families, and communities across the country. The Big News: A Possible Green Light for 45 m² Detached Habitable Units Under the proposal, homeowners could build a detached habitable accommodation unit up to 45 m² in their back garden without…
“My Cabin” Treated Timber – Safe and CCA-Free Treated Timber in Ireland
“My Cabin” Treated Timber – Safe and CCA-Free Treated Timber in Ireland Welcome to “My Cabin,” your premier log cabin supplier in Ireland. We understand the importance of using high-quality materials that prioritize safety and longevity. That’s why we are proud to offer treated timber for roof battens, exterior wall insulation cladding, and timber frame foundations, ensuring the absence of Copper, Chrome, and Arsenic (CCA) chemicals. In this blog post, we will explore how our treated timber provides a safe and sustainable solution for log cabin construction, giving you peace of mind and a secure haven to enjoy. The Significance…
How to Adjust Log Cabin Windows and Doors
How to Adjust Log Cabin Windows and Doors Tools List Adjusting Doors Maintaining the doors and windows in your log cabin is essential to ensuring that it is functioning at its best. Regular checks and adjustments will save you a lot of time and money in the long run. The process of adjusting the doors and windows may seem daunting, but with the right instructions, it is very manageable. To adjust the doors, it is best to start by deciding which direction you want to move the door. Once you have made that decision, you can begin by removing the cap on…
MyCabin.ie featured in COBH EDITION
MyCabin.ie featured in COBH EDITION Today MyCabin.ie was featured in COBH EDITION website featuring our brand new showroom in Cobh, Co. Cork. Please read full article HERE. You can find our showroom opening hours and directions at our contact page here:
Beating the Perils of Commuting – Home Office Log Cabin
Never fear, MyCabin.ie have the solution you’ve been looking for! Beating the Perils of Commuting – Home Office Log Cabin Are you fed up spending hours each week commuting to and from work, in overcrowded trains and buses, or stuck in traffic jams? This is where MyCabin.ie can help. Firstly, let’s look at the pros and cons of commuting: At MyCabin.ie, we specialize in comfortable, well insulated home offices and workshops. Whilst working from home may not be feasible for everyone, it is becoming an increasingly attractive alternative for many to the daily commute. We supply top quality buildings, suitable…
Toughened Glass – it’s the LAW!
Toughened Glass – it’s the LAW! Irish Building Standards LAW Safety glazing should be provided to any glass in a “critical area”. Glass panels less then 250mm wide can be fitted with laminated glass. Whereas, glass panels wider then 250mm have to be fitted with toughened glass. Below is an overview of critical areas that require safety glazing: Any glazed area within a window below 800mm from floor level Any glazed area within a window that is 300mm or less from a door and up to 1500mm from floor level Within any glazed door up to 1500mm from floor level For further…
Is planning permission required for a log cabin?
Is planning permission required for a log cabin? Navigating the topic of planning permission can be tricky as there are many opinions and myths out there that can cloud the facts. You can rest easy as we have separated the facts from the fiction for you. In this handy guide you should find the answers to most of your questions. What can I build without planning permission? You can build up to 40 m2 (cumulative) of usable internal floor space as an extension, to the rear of an existing house without planning permission. MyCabin.ie specialize in custom extensions, talk to us today about…