Detailed Specification

Please note: all measurements are approximate and the Shire garden buildings are made from metric measurements. We would recommend that the base is at least 50mm bigger in each direction. 

Description

A beautiful construction with two identities the Shire Aster Summerhouse strikes a great balance. This 'knitted' format of a summerhouse with secure storage area provides a linear contour and ideal solution for relaxing space and storage space.  To suit your garden the stroage area can be assembled on either the Left hand side or the Right hand side.

When inside you'll feel its high end construction with its robust 45mm x 45mm framework which has to be pointed out this feature is hard to find in most summerhouses.

Proper joinery fixed windows again built with strength in mind and a gives a decorative finish. There's also lockable bi-fold doors and two matching long fixed windows for light to stream through.  The side storage is also lockable and there's no windows for extra security.

Supplied flat packed for ease of handling and assembly. All fittings and felt are included in the price with clear easy to follow instructions. 

Images:  Supplied untreated the image shows how the summerhouse can look when treated with a water based colour treatment from our Protek range.  Please follow link provided.

Manufactured in the UK, Shire's summerhouses are renowned for their quality and probably make the best quality summerhouses at this price in the UK.

Windows: Properly morticed and tenoned which is one of the strongest joints in woodwork. They are  profiled, and weather resistant. The glazing is acrylic styrene. All glazing is retained by profiled beading which is pre-mitred (no awkward cutting required).

Timber: You will be impressed by Shire's use of natural products and their environmental credentials. A high quality timber summerhouse starts with high quality timber, so it is important to know exactly what timber is being used for your building. Shire's  summerhouses are constructed using high quality spruce and is sourced from Scandinavia under strict FSC guidance. Spruce is more durable than pine and provides a higher quality finish. This timber is slow grown unlike fast grown British timber, being slow grown timber means a tighter grain, less sap and with far less knots and warping occurring. The timber used on Shire's garden buildings is therefore a more durable timber that will last much longer than other timbers used on summerhouses. Spruce is therefore the timber of choice for companies such as Shire who always look to produce the best garden buildings. 

Treatment: All Shire garden buildings are supplied pre-treated with a base coat to both sides in a golden brown water based industrial product (colour can vary from the picture shown). Shire the manufacturer recommends that you apply a water based top coat of your choice. This will protect the timber from weathering on your summerhouse making it last longer and will need to be repeated accordingly in relation to the manufacturer's instructions.

About Shire

Established in 1945 Shire are the UK's leading and one of the oldest established manufacturer of garden buildings. Shire benefit from being adjacent to the Port of Wisbech through which Shire discharge timber into their warehouses. Shire is the proud manufacturer of the largest timber garden building range produced in the UK. Their range includes Garden Sheds, Log Cabins, Eco Homes, Home Offices, Sheds, Workshops, Summerhouses, Playhouses, Arbours, Storage units and Pet houses.

Their UK production facilities cover some 23 acres and include huge undercover stock holding facilities, an advanced high speed timber planing mill, modern well equipped joinery production facility and semi-automated production lines. All Shire garden buildings are manufactured in the UK using the finest spruce timber, imported directly and machined through the most up to date machines to ensure the best quality and best value for money garden sheds in the UK.

Key Features

•  FREE Delivery to the UK Mainland*.

• 10 Year anti-rot guarantee.

• 12mm tongue and groove floor.

• 12mm tongue and groove roof.

• 44mm x 44mm strong rounded framework (no sharp edges).

• 2 fixed proper joinery windows.

• Large bi-fold doors for easy access of larger items.

• Doors are secured with a lock and key.

• Supplied dip-treated in a golden brown finish.

• 10 Year Manufacturer's Anti Rot Guarantee for peace of mind.

• High grade slow grown timber means a tight grain giving extra strength, a much longer life and superior build quality that looks attractive in the garden.

• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified timber is used throughout to produce an environmentally friendly garden building.

• This summerhouse is supplied with felt, fixings & comprehensive instructions.

• Optional assembly available.

Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE DELIVERED TO KERBSIDE AND ARE FLAT PACKED READY FOR ASSEMBLY

FREE delivery is offered to the majority of mainland UK postcodes but some areas may incur a surcharge and some postcode areas are not covered at all. Please check your postcode in the ‘Delivery cost checker’ above to confirm availability and any possible surcharges.

Delivery Leadtimes
The estimated delivery lead time for this product is identified on the product page above. Lead times are in working days (Monday - Friday) excludes Bank Holidays. These estimated lead times are provided by the manufacturers and are not guaranteed - due to fluctuation in demand - but are provided in good faith and are representative of delivery at that time. Some remote areas will take a little longer.

Booking Delivery
By entering your postal code in the ‘Pick a delivery day. ENTER POSTCODE’ Box above you can select a delivery date. The evening before this delivery date you will be sent a text message (where a mobile has been provided) with an estimated delivery window.  This update can only be provided where a mobile number has been supplied on the billing address section at the time of checkout.

Upon Delivery
Delivery is made by Shire the manufacturer. Delivery of this item is typically made by a 17 ton flat-bed (similar size to a council refuse lorry). Delivery is typically between 7am and 7pm. The delivery drivers are only insured to deliver to kerb side or driveway. We would not risk damaging your property whilst delivering a product. Unfortunately we will not be able to go through your property. Deliveries are hand-balled off by the driver.

We would recommend against arranging for a third party to install the building before it's been delivered and checked that all parts are present, as we cannot be held liable for any third-party costs.

Installation option
If you are choosing the installation option after placing your order you’ll be contacted within 5 working days by Shire the manufacturer either by a text message or automated telephone message (the latter if a mobile number is not supplied). This message will supply you with the name of the website to go on to where you will be required to accept the terms and conditions for assembly. Any delay in accepting these terms and conditions may affect your timescale. Once you have accepted these terms and conditions you will be contacted during the timescale with a date for the delivery/assembly of your order. The installation option will extend your lead time by up to 15-25 working days. This may take longer during seasonal periods. Please be aware that the installation team will require full access to your garden, 18" clearance all around the building and a firm and level base. Shire's installation team will not bring a building through your home as they are not covered by insurance to enter a customer’s home.