Are garden timber cabins waterproof is a query we got asked all the time here at See range here .

The very short simple answer to your question is an unqualified yes!

Why would they not be?

Well,let’s take a look at some of the conceivable troubles with a timber cabin which would make the timber cabin not waterproof and quite honestly not fit for purpose.The main thing to appear at right away is the roof,that’s where you would envision the main complication would begin (this is not always the scenario but that’s where we will begin today). The main complication with the roof would be to have the felt or roof shingles to not be installed properly. This is quite easily done if this is something you have never done before and why it should always be tackled by a qualified professional most especially if you are investing a lot of your hard earned money on a timber cabin.

• Make sure that the overlaps are overliing in the ideal way. You should always begin felting at the bottom of the building and felt upwards. By doing this you guarantee that the felt overlaps on top of the piece of felt that is further down the roof. This will guarantee there is a natural run off of the water,if you begin felting at the top of the roof and you put the overlie from the bottom pieces over the top of the felt higher up when the rain runs off it will work under the felt and therefor lead to a leakage. This is exactly the same when doing shingles,make sure you install from bottom upwards.

• Make sure the overlaps of the felt/shingles are quite generous. You don’t want them to be just barely overliing because this could lead to rain to get between the felt sheets and this will lead to a leakage

.• Make sure you use ample felt nails. Ideally you want to be spacing the felt nails around 6 inches apart from each other. Always do this on both sides of the felt and dependent on the quality of the felt you are using possibly put another row of pin in the middle,possibly two rows but again this depends on the quality of the felt. Failure to put enough felt pin in there could result in the felt blowing off during a bad storm which would then leave your building exposed to water leaks.

• It is also essential that when you reach the overhang of the building with the felt you nail the felt to side of the roof but DO NOT tuck the felt under the overhang of the roof as this limits the natural run off of the water. This can lead to early rotting of the building and in some situations lead to the roof to leakage around the top corners of the building as water could build up.

• Make sure you use the correct size fixings. If the roofing boards on your building are let’s say 10mm,you don’t want felt nails of 16mm. Doing this would lead to the felt nails to come completely through the roof. This would not appear cosmetically pleasing and would also be a real chance of a leakage in the building. They way felt is now designed,there should be a watertight seal around the nail but throughout the seasons with wear and tear this may fail resulting in a leakage.

• The most typically forgotten area on a timber cabin building is the felt or shingles on the roof. This is typically because we can’t see it most of the time and it’s a lot more difficult to get up there and have a look,but this is exactly what you should do and I would suggest at least once a year or if you notice a leakage. Because timber cabins are not built as high as the normal house and the felt and shingles aren’t quite as tough and durable as a typical house tile they require a little more attention. They are exposed to more elements on a daily basis because they are lower,this can result in a number of things from falling debris from trees,or another good example would be a kids’s toys getting thrown up there which would all lead to harm to the felt/shingles. Not to mention lots of bird excrement can rot the felt if it is in an area where natural rain can not pass through it to create a natural run off and cleaning system (for good example if your timber cabin sits under a tree).

timberdise garden log cabins install all of our timber cabins,we do this because we know you are investing a lot of money into a timber cabin and you want it to be around for a long period of time. So the best way we can guarantee this takes place is to take care of the installation and make sure it is installed properly. We’ve been out to repair timber cabins in the past built by non-skilled people and if the building is not put together properly then number one it won’t be safe but also it could lead to a failure in the building to be waterproof.

A prime good example of this would be that the timbers haven’t been built properly on the walls. This would then lead to the timber cabin to differ from the design as it was intended to be. At this point when the roof was installed there might be gaps between the roof and the wall. Gaps could also appear on the walls of the timber cabins themselves and in some situations if the initial build of the timber cabin was so bad you would have no choice but to take down the timber cabin and reconstruct it.

This is why View our products install all of our timber cabins so you don’t have this to worry about. As you can envision if there is a gap in the wall or a gap between the roof and the wall this would leave the log cabin open and it would most definitely leakage which is what we want to avoid at all costs.

I also want to bring attention to the flooring a second. Having your timber cabin installed on a proper ground base is a must. That could be a Timberdise ground base,concrete base or a paved area. As long as they’re flat,level and solid you should be ok. Be mindful of where you put the log cabin,don’t put it at any place that is at risk of flooding as just like the house that you live in. If the water level rises and there is no getaway for it then the timber cabin will flood,that is regardless of how thick and tight your timbers are.

Lastly let’s talk about sealants around the windows and doors. Make sure after you have treated your log cabin you fit the relevant sealants around the doors and the windows. The cabins don’t come with these fitted as standard,this is so you can treat the log cabin first and then apply the sealants afterwards. By not fitting the doors and windows with sealants then there’s a chance rain could pass through the inside of the log cabin,which again is easily fixed by applying sealants.

In addition,at times most especially during the winter months,condensation can materialize inside a log cabin. This is normal due to the cabins not having any insulation fitted,it is not a leakage and can be quite normal. We encourage at Timberdise to get a dehumidifier if you have power access in there and leave it working during the chillier months. This will help take moisture content out of the air and further increase the lifespan of your log cabin.

If you follow all the above ideas you should have a leakage free log cabin for the duration of its lifespan which can offer endless fulfillment and relaxation.Keep in mind prevention is much better than the treatment.

It is a given that a person is going to want some of their items to be protected. It could be a stack of photos or letters from a loved one. It could be cash that you want to keep in your home rather than at a bank. Some people have jewelry that is priceless to them. Regardless, these are the types of items that can be placed in a home safe for better protection. We offer home safe installation, as well as other services such as safe unlocking for those safes that are jammed (locksmith company service in Brookhaven). A locksmith will be proficient in security solutions, including home safes! Here we are going to explain some of the benefits of having a home safe.

A home safe can enable a customer to accomplish their security goals. You want to have the items that you care about protected. A safe is just one way to do this. In the unfortunate event of a fire or flood, the items that are inside of the safe can have protection, even if it is temporary, depending on the type of safe you decide to get. You might want a safe at home to keep certain items out of the hands of small children. Or perhaps you just want to conceal belongings of yours that might stand out. There are so many reasons to have a home safe, and we will go into further detail below. Remember that when you do need safe installation, a locksmith will be skillful and able to help you.
 
Let’s start with different types of safes.
There are many different types of home safes. Wall safes, drawer safes, security safes, media safes, files safes and gun safes are merely some of the options available. It is important to choose the right safe, which would depend on its purpose. There are safes for all different budgets, too. Moreover, there are different features for safes that are important to consider, again depending on the purpose of the safe – humidity control and fire resistance are just two potential features to look at when it comes to benefits of home safes. A home safe would be extremely beneficial if it were to protect items that would have otherwise been damaged when a severe leak occurred or fire. Humidity control could protect items like gold and photographs. In terms of these features, a home safe could be very beneficial.

The option to use a card swipe to unlock the safe, or a combination code, might be points of consideration too when thinking about the benefits of home safes. For someone looking for protection of their items and the desire to keep items out of the hands of children, they might consider a combination code rather than a key. An interior light might be a benefit for some, while a drop slot might be an important feature and benefit for another customer. There are many benefits to home safes, and the features that they come with can make them even more convenient and beneficial.

A Safe Hides Belongings That You Might Want Concealed
A safe can help you hide the things you want hidden. Items that you might want hidden could include cash, expensive jewelry, gold, and even items with personal value.
Safe installation is one of many services we offer as a mobile locksmith company (https://www.brookhavenlocksmith.org).

A Home Safe Can Protect Items from Elemental Damage
We mentioned fire resistance and humidity control for safes. Water resistant safes are another option. Fire and water can damage a great deal of your items if they are not protected. Having a safe would be beneficial because they could, at the very least, temporarily protect certain items.

A Safe Can Mean Not Needing a Deposit Box
Deposit boxes can be extremely beneficial for some. But others might not want to pay a recurring cost in order to have access to one, and some might not want to have to go to the bank in order to access their funds. Having a safe in the home means not necessarily needing a deposit box.

A Safe Can Hold Important Documents
If you have important documents, such as birth certificates, passports, estate information, a car title, a house title and so on, you are going to likely want a protected place to keep them. Not only can a safe keep these important items out of plain sight, but it can help a person to stay organized. Whether you need to access a health insurance card for your child, or a passport, you will know where to find it if it is tucked away in your home safe. Having these items in a safe can prevent you from mistakenly losing them or even throwing them out.
 
There are many different safes to choose from, as previously mentioned. And there are many features that can make your safe even more beneficial. You can call on a mobile locksmith to set up an appointment for safe installation. Remember, some options include humidity control and fire resistance for security features. There are portable safes, two hour fire burglar safes, gun safes, depository vaults, standalone safes, wall safes, flat wall safes, jewelry safes, lockbox style safes and many other options to choose from.
Security is something that we take seriously. And we know the importance of customer service. That is why we want to keep our customers informed. We have gone over different features for safes and different styles. We have discussed benefits of home safes. There are impact resistant safes, media safes, dual-lock options, drawer safes, safe boxes, security safes, and more. They can protect items from being lost or stolen. They can protect items in case a fire or water damage occurs. It is important to know of the different features and options available to choose a safe that works for you and your needs. We encourage reaching out to a locksmith!

Thank you for stopping by! We hope you have found this information to be informative!
For more information: https://www.brookhavenlocksmith.org

People are strange. They just won`t drink enough water.

They somehow think that other liquids, especially those with some level of alcohol in them, are better than the sacred elixir that they are. They are? Yes! We are mostly water! And we use water! So Dammit, why won`t we drink enough water?

I`m constantly amused at the health revival stories on YouTube of people who drink ionized water. All sorts of miraculous cures are attributed to the drinking of what they claim is alkaline ionized water… but frankly, when I look at them, the vast majority of them were very unhealthy people to begin with – before they began to drink this `special` water. And 8 glasses of ANY kind of water is going to radically improve their wellbeing.

And of course, they all make money by saying their cure was due to their brand of water. It IS MLM after all!

Not that I`m against ionized water.. I`m just against having to pay $5000 to get it!
So here`s a thought.

 What if…

..just drinking sufficient water – not Pepsi, not Coke, not Gatorade, not orange juice… WATER was the real reason for their health revival? After all in his book, Your Body`s Many Cries For Water Dr Feyrood Batmanghelidj demonstrated conclusively that in the absence of other medicine, water alone affected amazing healings on the battleground of the Iraq-Iran war.

Dr. B. believes chronic dehydration to be the cause of many conditions including asthma, allergies, arthritis, angina, migraine headaches, hypertension, raised cholesterol, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple sclerosis, depression, and diabetes in the elderly.

According to Dr. Batmanghelidj, the body possesses many different thirst signals. A dry mouth is not a reliable indicator of your body`s water needs. He describes a variety of more reliable ones, and helps you learn to understand when your body is calling for water. In this way, he claims you can prevent, treat, and cure a variety of conditions of ill health, at no cost, with what he calls nature`s miracle medicine: Water. He explains how much water one needs to drink a day to stay healthy, and why tea, coffee, and sodas are not good substitutes for water.

Whatever you are doing, wherever you are, hydration is critical for your health, including the health of your bones. What`s more, sstudies have now confirmed that water plays a crucial role in building strong bones.

Five easy ways to know if you’re drinking enough.

The attitude: be aware.

Adequate water intake = health. Dehydration negatively impacts the body’s thermoregulation, its capacity for physical activity, cognitive and kidney function, the digestive and cardiovascular systems, and your skin.1 It also negatively affects your bones (more on that later).

Water is two hydrogen atoms attached to a single oxygen atom. It`s indispensable since we can only survive a few days without it.

Modern diets often include sources of water that contribute to our hydration. Some foods, such as strawberries, watermelon and cabbage and many others are more than 90% water. Many beverages are water-based. However… the best way to stay hydrated is by drinking just water.

The Effect Of Age On Thirst And Hydration

Hydration should be a part of your daily routine no matter your age or condition. It`s not natural (but it seems natural!) that as we age we drink less, so we do need to become more proactive about it.

If we compare the relationship between thirst and fluid ingestion between younger and older people found that after water deprivation, we can see that older persons experience less thirst and hence drink less fluid than younger people. Older people are therefore more likely to fail to replenish their body’s supply of water, leaving them dehydrated. Dr Abram Hoffer worked in a canadian mental Institution. One day he was asked to administer electrotherapy to an old schizophrenic patient. The man was OLD. He applied the pads.. nothing happened. He did it again.. nothing.

The man was so dehydrated that electricity could not pass into his body. And he was.. just.. alive! So although we can survive with incredibly small amounts of water in the body, we can`t also expect to be healthy.

We should keep sipping water throughout the day, even when we don’t feel thirsty.
We should know how to tell when we’re dehydrated, so that we can take immediate action. We need to know the signals – Headaches, fatigue, muscle spasms, and dark urine are the obvious ones.. but there are more it;s good to be aware of.

1. Skin Elasticity

Pinch a little bit of your skin on the back of your hand between two fingers. Pull it up gently, then let go. It should immediately return its former position, smooth against your hand. This is a simple measurement of skin turgor or elasticity.

If you’re dehydrated, the skin will remain in the pinched position, or return more slowly than usual.

This simple test can tell whether you need to up your water intake.

2. Confusion: I`m not stupid, I`m dehydrated!

Dehydration affects the brain. Even mild levels of dehydration can disrupt mood, concentration, and cognitive function. Dehydration impairs performance on tasks, affecting short-term memory, perceptual discrimination, arithmetic ability, visuomotor tracking, and psychomotor skills.

If you are feeling lost, confused, or losing the ability to concentrate, t it may bea sign of dehydration. Slow down.
Drink water, Dammit!

3. Dog Breath

Bad breath, or halitosis, can indicate that you’re not getting enough H2O.

Why? Simple. Your body reduces saliva production. Saliva affects the number of bacteria in your mouth. It`s those bacteria that cause bad breath. Not enough water = increased bacteria levels in your mouth = Dog breath

Drink more water, Dammit!

4. Food Cravings

In a national study of almost 10,000 participants, researchers found a direct relationship between inadequate hydration and elevated body mass index (BMI) or obesity.

The study (once again) confirms that dehydration causes overeating. Sometimes when our body is trying to tell us to drink water, we interpret the signal as hunger and eat instead.

If you are regularly craving food, perhaps your dehydration is playing games with you. Adequate hydration can clear up the cravings, keeping you healthy and your weight down.

Drink water, Dammit!

5. Sweating Slows or Stops

Water understands its vital nature. Unfortunately is can`t talk.
Fortunately, your body will do just about anything to keep water when supplies are running low. One strategy is turning off your sweat glands. This can indicate severe dehydration. It may even be a marker of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

Seek help immediately and start hydrating as soon as possible, especially if you feel faint, confused or hallucinatory.

What about Water and Bones?

What is your mind`s eye picture of a bone?
Let me guess.
It`s something hard, and dry. Brittle.

I`m sure most people don`t think of bone as `wet`.

But believe it or not, Mr Ripley, water is one of the main `íngredients` of bone, plus apatite mineral and collagen protein.

Without sufficient water, the mechanical properties of bone are negatively affected as well as bone quality.

We now see more studies demonstrating that dehydration actually causes an increase in bone damaging stress hormones – such as cortisol.
So not only do you need adequate hydration to build bone… dehydration is also actively harming your bone mineral density.

We talk to people every day at AlkaWay about water.
Usually it`s about the right sort of water to drink, and yes, we know that you can supercharge your water with alkaline minerals and molecular hydrogen for many, many health benefits. But we often don`t have the chance to talk to people (convince them!) of the absolute necessity of drinking enough water. Drop by. We just might change your mind.

Think of your prize possession; your car. You lavish money, love and more money on it because not only does it give you emotional support, it also opens the world to you. And you know that if you don`t. all that money you spent on it will be lost on ultra-expensive repairs.

So.. would you buy cheap oil for your car? Would you run it with constantly low oil in the sump? Why then do you do this with your body`s many cries for water“?

Drink Water, Dammit!

PS: And if that`s not enough, think about trying to overcome chronic inflammation without sufficient hydration.

While the effects of dehydration are often ignored or overlooked by med professionals, the link between hydration and inflammation seems obvious. Healthy inflammation is the body’s defense against invaders such as bacteria, viruses, and toxins in the environment. This defense is incomplete without the water needed to carry these negative factors out of the body. Isolating these invaders does no good if they are then left to sit within the body and allowed to er.. rot. Which in turn, causes a repetition of the inflammation designed to remove these negative influences and increases the possibility of this inflammation becoming chronic.

PPS: And if that`s not enough, latest science links ALZHEIMERS` with chronic inflammation!

Drink Water, Dammit!

Ian Blair Hamilton is the founder of AlkaWay and the inventor of the Primal Water system, the Ultrastream