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Regular care and maintenance will help protect your timber kitset cabin from the weather and keep it looking its best for years to come.

Plan Your Power Needs Before getting started, think about how you’ll use your cabin. Will you need simple lighting and a few outlets, or will you be running larger appliances? You might also want to consider heating or cooling, USB charging points, or smart technology. Tip: Listing your power needs early will help determine the […]

At SheShed, we aim to make planning easier by clearly showing what is included in your cabin kitset and which optional extras you may wish to add. This gives you a clearer picture of the overall project cost from the beginning, with fewer surprises along the way. SheShed's Quality Nordic Spruce Timber Cabins Our NZ […]

One of the first questions we often hear from customers is: “Do I need to add extra insulation to my kitset cabin?” The honest answer? It depends on how you plan to use your space. Your windows and doors also play a key role in keeping your cabin cosy. All SheShed cabins come with double-glazed […]

Why Your Cabin Foundation Matters An uneven or unstable base can cause doors to jam, walls to shift, and floors to sag over time. Preparing a level and stable surface is the most important step when installing your cabin. Every great cabin begins with a strong foundation. Before building, it’s always a good idea to […]

The good news is that in most cases, you can build all our timber cabins from 5m2 to 29m2 without a building consent in New Zealand, provided certain conditions are met. Adding a SheShed as a sleepout, garden shed, studio, or backyard home office is becoming increasingly popular across New Zealand. Many homeowners want extra […]

In short, the answer is yes – but it comes down to the intended use of the cabin. Most of our cabins in the 5m2 to 29m2 range are designed as "ancillary buildings", meaning they typically sit alongside an existing home that already has services like a bathroom and kitchen. When planning to add plumbing, […]

As one of our original and most loved designs, the Star cabin has become a SheShed favourite, and for good reason. With its clever 9m² footprint, it shows that even a compact space can offer exceptional versatility, functionality, and character. From home offices and sleepouts to art studios, salons, music rooms, and even saunas, the […]

FREE Freight on All SheShed Cabins this May!  Mother’s Day is a special time of year - a chance to pause and celebrate the love, strength and care that mums (and mother figures) bring into our lives. For many, it’s a joyful moment to show appreciation with breakfast in bed, a bunch of flowers, or […]

For the entire month of April, SheShed is giving you an exclusive bonus – a FREE Makita drill and SheShed tool kit when you purchase a cabin with a steel roof! Whether you're in need of a dedicated home office, looking to expand your business, or finally creating a personal retreat, April is the perfect […]

This one has been in the works for a little while now and we are thrilled to announce it's finally here – The SheShed Steel Roof Kit optional upgrade for all our pitched roof cabins.   If you’re looking for a way to enhance the durability, functionality, and style of your SheShed, our new Steel Roof […]

When planning and building any structure on your property, one of the most important things to consider is whether it falls under the category of an outbuilding or a dwelling. This classification affects everything from council approvals to how the space can be used. Knowing the difference between what an outbuilding and a dwelling is […]