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Building Regs

Building regs will be required with any building over 30sq metres and we have ensured that all buildings constructed by Keycraft comply.

Energy values have been calculated for walls, doors, floor and roof as well as complying with all new disabled access laws.

If you wish to undertake a self build project then providing the correct insulation and doors and windows are fitted in to the building then you should have no problem.

Electrical installation also needs to comply with current legislation so please ensure you are using a qualified electrician.

Keycraft can offer as little or as much assistance as you require.
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Keycraft Log Homes source and supply log homes in Nottingham, the Midlands and across the UK.
Larger log buildings are sources from Europe and smaller structures are supplied by Ludguard.
Keycraft Log Homes have a range of standard buildings as well offices and garden buildings and cabins. All designs can be adapted to personal taste and bespoke log homes can be produced to your specifications. As building control in the UK differs from many other parts of the world the main body of the building is sourced from abroad and other materials such as doors, windows, roofing, insulation etc is sourced from the UK ensuring that our buildings comply.

Don’t confuse our homes with ordinary “ log cabin” type structures. The house walls are constructed entirely from solid beams manufactured by laminating together strips of pine under intense (16 BAR) pressure to produce the ultimate in strength, durability and longevity. Standard log buildings use solid logs where the moisture is held in the centre of the beam and very gradually dries out. The pressure that results causes the beam to crack and warp, with obvious detrimental effects to the integrity of the building. While this may be sufficient for temporary buildings, it is certainly not acceptable for a permanent structure built to withstand the test of time. Remember this method of construction has been developed to endure the extremes of weather seen in Northern Europe.

Windows and doors are sourced from local manufacturers whether it be timber or PVCu that you prefer. All windows and doors are housing grade and offer a thermal grade c value.

The final look is a matter of taste. Internal or external wall finishes can be added as required. The beam walls can be painted or left with a ‘natural’ look to suit your preference and the local environment. Materials such as roofing are also a matter of your own preference. We understand that if you are building a home of your own, you want it to have the look and feel that suits you and not to be dictated to by being forced to accept a manufacturers “bog standard” appearance.