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Two Storey Verandah Playhouse 131 - Upstairs at the Front, Fitted Free

Two Storey Verandah Playhouse 131 - Upstairs at the Front, Fitted Free

Summary:

Playhouse 8'x5' plus verandah 8'x3'. Overall size 8'x8'. These great value 2 storey playhouses include an integral loft with balustrade, ladder and safety rails. Other features include a verandah and a side window. Window boxes, decorative shutters and black antique ironmongery are included as standard. Quality features include strong 2" thick planed framing with shiplap cladding and a tongued and grooved floor and roof. The floor joists are spaced close together for strength. The windows are glazed with perspex for safety.

Prices fixed until Wednesday 20th March.

The prices INCLUDE DELIVERY and FREE INSTALLATION complete with glazing. Unlike others we do not add delivery charges at the checkout. Local baselaying services are also available in many postcodes. The prices include the verandah.

Specifications

  • Free same day installation
  • These playhouses have CE Safety Certification (conforms to European health, environmental and safety regulations). Complies with BS5665 EN71.
  • All timber used in the construction of this playhouses originates from sustainable forests
  • Scandinavian redwood or whitewood
  • All timber is treated by total immersion in a high quality preservative
  • 8' x 3' verandah with timber floor and balustrade to front and sides
  • 8' x 3' upstairs platform at the front with balustrade, ladder and safety rails
  • The upstairs loft area is directly above the verandah and the same size
  • Fully framed joinery door designed to prevent trapped fingers
  • Stable door can be used as two parts opening independently or fixed together as one for extra safety
  • Black antique handles and hinges
  • Georgian style door glazing panel
  • 2 non opening windows in the front wall
  • 1 non opening window in the side wall
  • 1 non opening window in the loft area
  • Georgian style glazing
  • Window boxes
  • Decorative artificial shutters
  • Windows glazed with perspex safety glazing and timber beads
  • Strong ex 2" planed framework (45mm x 27mm finished size after machining)
  • 12mm deal tongued and grooved shiplap cladding (finished size after machining)
  • 12mm deal tongued and grooved floor boards (finished size after machining)
  • 12mm deal tongued and grooved roof boards (finished size after machining)
  • Strong ex 2" floor joists spaced at 300-400mm centres (spacing varies according to floor size)
  • Strong ex 2" planed roof purlins (45mm x 27mm finished size after machining)
  • Green mineral felted roof
  • External ridge height 9'9" (2970mm)
  • Overall size including verandah 8' x 8' (2440mm x 2440mm)

FREE SAME DAY INSTALLATION - THE BENEFITS: Our free in house installation service is not just convenient, it is also your assurance of a better quality playhouse. This is because any building which includes free installation is invariably better made using quality components. Over time regular feedback from fitters ensures that design faults and weaknesses have been rectified. Same day installation is convenient for you and cost effective because it saves travelling costs. The fitters will deliver your playhouse and then install it, all at the same time. Others send sub-contract fitters separately, often from far away and often a week or two after the delivery. Waiting for the fitter can be very frustrating. Sub-contract fitting is also much more expensive because of the travelling costs. The fitting service does not include base preparation. A flat and level base is required, which can be made using concrete, paving slabs, pressure treated timber or plastic. In many areas we offer a base laying service as an option. We also offer heavy duty plastic base kits in all areas.

SCANDINAVIAN REDWOOD OR WHITEWOOD: The most widely used timber in the UK for years, Scandinavian Redwood and Whitewood grow in the well managed forests of Scandinavia and the coldest parts of Northern Europe. The cold climate ensures slow growth. The growth rings are much closer together than faster growing trees from warmer climates. As a result the timber is heavy and durable with a close grain pattern. The wood is seasoned and kiln dried to achieve the correct moisture content before it is machined. Redwood and Whitewood are so similar in appearance and performance that it is difficult to tell the difference. Both are classified as slightly durable and treatment is required for outside use. The forests of Scandinavia and Northern Europe have been responsibly managed on a sustainable basis for centuries so Scandinavian Redwood or Whitewood is an enviromentally friendly choice.

STABLE DOOR: The stable door is initially supplied with the two door leaves fixed together and opening as one. This can be easily and quickly reversed at the discretion of the parents. After two screws are removed the door leaves can be safely opened independently.

SIZES - LENGTH AND WIDTH: Sizes are sometimes rounded to the nearest nominal size for ease of reading but the correct overall external wall sizes are listed alongside the price. These sizes include the verandah. The first dimension listed is the width and the second dimension is the length. The width refers to the angled gable walls at the front and rear including the door wall. The length refers to the side walls. The sizes listed are the external wall sizes. These sizes do not include the roof overhang. Many other suppliers quote the overall roof size which is much larger. All sizes are approximate.

Options

  • Straight cut fascias are supplied as standard. Decorative scalloped fascias are available at the same price if requested
  • The side window can be positioned to either side
  • Timber frame base - fully fitted
  • Recycled plastic base kits
  • A selection of microporous wood preservatives in a wide choice of colours
  • This playhouse can be made in smaller sections if access is restricted

RESTRICTED ACCESS: A quality feature of these buildings is that they are made in large rigid panels. If access is restricted, your building can be specially made in smaller sections designed to pass through a normal single door. The smaller sections are designed to be at least as strong as the larger panels normally supplied. There is a charge for this option and notice is required with the order. For more details see "Other options".

TIMBER FRAME BASE - FULLY FITTED: A pressure treated timber base is a substantial platform and a suitable alternative to more traditional bases, such as slabs or concrete. It can usually be built over sloping ground without expensive excavation or levelling. The support posts are knocked into the ground to ensure the base remains flat and level. The base is made from ex 4"x2" pressure treated timber bearers. Pressure treatment is a lifetime preservative treatment. Additional floor bearers are not needed as the floor will be a few inches above the ground and the timber base allows for better airflow than other base options. The floor of your building is laid on the completed platform, which is designed to be the perfect size to suit your building. The prices do not include a survey and assume no excavation or obstructions such as existing buildings, garden walls, compost heaps, trees, plants or flowers beds. You should also avoid covering manhole covers, pipes and drains.

RECYCLED PLASTIC BASE KITS: Our durable eco-grid and eco-paving base kits are a practical and affordable alternative to slabs or concrete. Lightweight and easy to install within a few minutes, these recycled polypropylene pavers simply click together with no fixings needed. The interlocking design helps to spread weight and ensures greater rigidity. Weed membranes are not needed below a timber floor. The self draining design prolongs the life of a timber floor. Unlike paving or concrete our plastic bases are fully relocatable. The base is normally at least 2" or 50mm larger than your building. Where space permits the base is normally laid full size but if required in a tight location our plastic pavers can be cut. Fast delivery within 3-5 days ensures that you can start work quickly.

ECO-GRID BASE KITS: Eco-grids are recommended if the sub-base is soil, sand or pea shingle but not on hard surfaces such as concrete, because the underside is not flat. Integral pegs on the underside help to level the base grids more easily in soil or sand or shingle. Our eco-grid plastic bases can support up to 200 tonnes per square metre. We offer exactly the same eco-grids as driveways and carparks. Gravel or shingle infill is not required below a timber floor. Whatever you store in your building, our eco-grids will support the weight easily. Each eco-grid is 472mm x 472mm and 40mm thick with an immensely strong 60x60mm hexagonal cell structure. Extensive preparation is not normally required - just level the soil and lay the pavers directly on soil or on a thin layer of sand or pea shingle. Any exposed edges around the base can be left unfilled or filled with gravel or shingle.

ECO-PAVING BASE KITS: Eco-paving is recommended if the sub-base is a hard surface such as concrete or paving slabs, because the pavers feature a flat and level underside. Our eco-paving is less brittle than concrete paving slabs, with a strong supporting structure. The surface looks and feels similar to pressed concrete slabs, with a slightly textured finish. Each eco-paver is 385mm x 385mm and 40mm thick. The pavers are quickly and easily easily laid over an existing hard surface.

MICROPOROUS PRESERVATIVE - DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR: Our quality microporous preservatives are impervious to water but not to water vapour. This allows the wood to breathe. All of these preservatives are safe for use with children and pets and comply with BS5665/EN71 part 3. You can order up to 3 separate colours if required. At least two coats are normally required with a further coat at periodic intervals.

Our 3 star preservative is practical and affordable with a choice of 4 colours. It covers around 10 square metres per litre and normally lasts 1-2 years before a further coat is required.

Our 4 star preservative is a high quality preservative which covers around 9 square metres per litre and normally lasts 2-5 years before a further coat is required. It is available with a choice of 12 colours.

Our 5 star preservative is a deluxe high build preservative which can be used to achieve a stunning finish. Each extra coat increases the colour and sheen. It covers around 8 square metres per litre and normally lasts 2-5 years before a further coat is required. It is available with a choice of 12 colours.

Based on average coverage five litres of our 4 star preservative is enough for three coats on a 6'x8' playhouse or two coats on an 8'x10' playhouse. Coverage varies according to the smoothness of the surface and the porosity of the timber. We recommend that you order more than you need to be sure that you have easily enough. These microporous preservatives are only available when you purchase a Summer garden building or if you purchased a Summer building in the past. Colours are only as accurate as reproductive techniques allow. Prices include free mainland delivery to England, Wales and southern Scotland.

WATERPROOF COLOUR SEAL - DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR: This advanced water-based microprous timber treatment uses the latest high-tech nanotechnology to create a long-lasting waterproof wood coating that is environmentally friendly. It is suitable for use on all softwood and hardwood products and is especially recommended for use on pressure treated timber, including sheds, summerhouses, gazebos, fencing and garden furniture. This timber treatment will colour, protect and enhance your exterior wood. It contains a mould inhibitor to protect the coating and can be used on all outside and inside timber. It gives a traditional matt wood stain finish in a range of natural colours. It can easily be applied by sprayer, brush or roller. It is recommended that the second coat is applied as soon as the first coat is touch dry. We advise for ultimate performance the timber has a wood preservative pre-treatment. For the first treatment, two coats are recommended and will give a traditional wood stain finish that is long lasting. A further coat is recommended every 2-5 years. One litre covers approximately 10-12 square metres. Coverage varies according to the smoothness of the surface and the porosity of the timber. On average five litres covers a 12x8 shed with two coats and ten litres covers a 10x20 with three coats. It is recommended that 2 coats be applied. We recommend that you order more than you need to be sure that you have easily enough. The appearance of colours and shades may vary between different screens or devices. Prices include free mainland delivery to England, Wales and southern Scotland.

WATERPROOF CLEAR SEAL - DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR: Our hardwearing clear seal is ideal as a clear varnish for bare timber or as a waterproof top coat for painted wood and pressure treated timber. It is also ideal as a waterproof floor varnish, especially the 5 star clear seal with ultra hardwearing polyurethane. The smooth and shiny finished surface is waterproof and easy to clean. Available in a choice of acrylic or polyurethane, these colourless water based coatings are almost odourless and recommended for smooth planed timber only. One coat is normally required as a sealing top coat on painted or treated timber. A minimum of two coats are normally required on untreated wood. Up to three coats may be required for floors. An unsealed timber floor quickly shows muddy boot marks and other dirt. For best results a floor should be treated at the earliest opportunity while the timber is new and clean. On average two and a half litres of our 5 star clear seal is enough for three coats on an 8'x8' floor, two coats on the walls of a 6'x4' playhouse or one coat on the walls of an 8'x8' playhouse. We recommend that you order more than you need to ensure that you have enough. The price includes free mainland delivery to England, Wales and southern Scotland.

Delivery

  • Delivery is normally between 3 and 6 weeks after order.
  • Our playhouse prices include all delivery charges - unlike others we do not add delivery charges during the checkout process.

SPECIALIST DELIVERY SERVICE: These playhouses are normally delivered by the fitters in dedicated vehicles. This ensures less damage and no delay between delivery and fitting. Most cheaper playhouses are delivered by national carriers who normally deliver to the kerbside only. Carriers cause more damage and normally refuse to carry glass or large panels. Their prices are based on weight and panel sizes. As a result, playhouses delivered by outside carriers are made in small and flimsy lightweight sections with less wood. The benefits of our specialist delivery service include less damage, larger more rigid panels and heavier construction.

Ordering/Payment

  • All playhouse prices include VAT.

ORDER ONLINE: You can pay with a debit or credit card. We also accept password protected online payments using Verified by VISA or Mastercard SecureCode.

METHODS OF PAYMENT: We accept most major credit cards and debit cards including VISA, MasterCard, VISA Debit and MasterCard Debit. We also accept secure online payments using Verified by VISA or MasterCard SecureCode. We do not accept American Express or Diners Club cards at present.

SCHOOLS, COUNCILS AND BUSINESSES: We supply many schools, local councils and businesses both large and small. The prices and terms are the same so you can order online if you wish. If you want to pay by BACS transfer or company cheque please email us.

Installation

  • All prices include FREE INSTALLATION by specialist trained staff.
  • Your playhouse will be delivered and installed on the same day by prior appointment with you.

FREE INSTALLATION: This playhouse includes free installation. Because of this it is better made than other playhouses. Everything possible is done to speed up installation and minimize problems on site. The result is better quality playhouses which are fitted quickly with few complications. Features of these playhouses include careful construction with high quality components and fewer problems.

Features and Accessories

OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Playhouse base preparation and other information
Playhouse base preparation and other information
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - DIY preservative - waterproof clear seal
DIY preservative - waterproof clear seal
OUTDOOR PLAY - Base for Timber Floor - Eco-grid base, 200 tonnes per m2, fully paved
OUTDOOR PLAY - Base for Timber Floor - Eco-grid base, 200 tonnes per m2, fully paved
OUTDOOR PLAY - Base for Timber Floor - Eco-paving base, fully paved
OUTDOOR PLAY - Base for Timber Floor - Eco-paving base, fully paved
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Close up view of cladding
Close up view of cladding
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Solar powered string lights - no running costs
Solar powered string lights - no running costs
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Solar powered inside lights - no running costs
Solar powered inside lights - no running costs
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Solar powered mood lights - no running costs
Solar powered mood lights - no running costs
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Solar powered outside lights with motion sensors - no running costs
Solar powered outside lights with motion sensors - no running costs
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Solar powered spot lights - no running costs
Solar powered spot lights - no running costs
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Garden games
Garden games
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - DIY preservative - microporous - 3 star
DIY preservative - microporous - 3 star
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - DIY preservative - microporous - 4 star
DIY preservative - microporous - 4 star
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - DIY preservative - microporous - 5 star
DIY preservative - microporous - 5 star
OUTDOOR PLAY xx - Restricted access for large panels
Restricted access for large panels