Category: Frequently Asked Questions

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 winter rolls in, bringing shorter days and cooler nights, the allure of a warm, secluded getaway right in your backyard becomes more appealing than ever. So, this winter, why not invest in a project that not only enriches your lifestyle but also enhances your property? Building a SheShed during the colder months is an […]

Adding flyscreens to your SheShed cabin is a fantastic way to enhance comfort by keeping out insects while letting in fresh air. While our cabins offer a few different types of window and doors to optimise style, function, and aesthetic, you can be assured that there are effective solutions available for each type, so you […]

If you're considering a SheShed cabin for your personal haven in New Zealand, understanding council consent regulations is crucial. The good news is that these rules are consistent across all regions of Aotearoa. At SheShed, we're here to support you in your navigating of these regulations seamlessly. Whether you're in the scenic landscapes of Waikato […]

Having a SheShed is a great way to add some space onto your property to accommodate that extra family member, dream business, home office, therapy room, kits retreat... whatever your imagination desires, a SheShed is a fantastic solution! One of the best aspects of getting a SheShed is that once you have it, the cabin […]

Yaro is a licensed building practitioner who is based in the Nelson/Tasman region. He owns his own firm called Craftmak and has had plenty of years of experience in the building industry. Yaro has also built almost every single style of SheShed with success, so he comes with a wealth of valuable knowledge that is […]

At SheShed we supply our cabins in either treated or untreated timber (and sometimes both options) – both of which have strong characteristics of durability and stability as they are made from the versatile Nordic Spruce Wood (See blog: What is Nordic Spruce). This is a denser timber that comes from the same family as […]

At SheShed we supply two types of roofing for our cabins depending on the style you are ordering. In this blog we will cover the properties and uses of asphalt shingle tiles to answer some common questions to provide a better understanding of their benefits, care, and maintenance. What are Asphalt Shingle Tiles? Asphalt shingle […]

Our SheShed cabins are made from Nordic Spruce, which is part of the Pinaceae family, the same family of trees as fir, pine, and even cedar. Nordic spruce is grown in Northern European countries like Latvia and Estonia where the climate is a lot colder, thus creating a finer, even texture with a straighter grain.