Source: https://pinegard.eu/faq Language: en Made-to-measure timber structures # Pinegard questions and answers A terrace roof, garden room or your own sauna? Choose a topic. Explore answers about design, costs and installation, as well as equipment and timber care. [Choose a topic](https://pinegard.eu/faq#tematy)[Explore the Pinegard range](https://pinegard.eu/products) ![Timber pergola with a dining area and light-coloured side screens, opening onto the garden.](https://pinegard.eu/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Pergola_Basen_04-1024x640.webp) ## FAQ by structure 01 20 answers ### [Terrace roofs](https://pinegard.eu/faq/wooden-terrace-roof) Glass, blinds or a solid roof? Learn how the choice affects shelter and daylight inside the house. We also answer questions about measurements, post positions, roof pricing and site preparation. - ### Which roof coverings does Pinegard offer? Options include glass, manual or motorised blinds, and solid coverings such as metal sheeting and PVC membrane. Glass lets light through, a solid covering limits overhead light, and a blind lets you adjust the shade. Rain protection depends on the particular system, roof pitch and drainage. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/wooden-terrace-roof#pg-faq-roof-06) - ### What affects the price of a Pinegard terrace roof? The price comprises the structure, roof, side screens and equipment. When comparing options, check whether the quotation includes: - glazing and motorised blinds; - lighting and radiant heaters; - transport and installation; - foundation preparation and any work on an existing terrace. Prices are comparable only when the scope is the same. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/wooden-terrace-roof#pg-faq-roof-16) - ### What timber is used for the terrace roof structure? We use glued laminated timber for load-bearing terrace roof components. It is made from bonded timber layers, helping produce stable beams in the required sections. Timber remains a natural material: lamination does not eliminate all dimensional movement or small cracks. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/wooden-terrace-roof#pg-faq-roof-20) [All answers](https://pinegard.eu/faq/wooden-terrace-roof) 02 20 answers ### [Garden rooms](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-garden-house) How can cooking, dining and relaxing share one space? Will a glazed garden room work in winter? These answers help you plan equipment, services and site preparation. - ### How does a garden room differ from an open gazebo? A Pinegard garden room can have a solid roof, timber or glazed walls and separate rooms. Alongside dining and seating areas, it can accommodate a kitchen, bar, toilet, shower or storage. An open gazebo provides a sheltered outdoor space without the same degree of enclosed accommodation. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-garden-house#pg-faq-pavilion-01) - ### Is a glazed garden room suitable for year-round use? Glazing alone does not ensure winter comfort. A regularly heated room needs suitable walls, roof, floor, windows, doors and ventilation. A wind-sheltering enclosure extends the season, but its specification differs from a room designed for regular use at low temperatures. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-garden-house#pg-faq-pavilion-06) - ### What can a Pinegard garden room kitchen include? A kitchen can include a worktop, sink, storage and space for appliances, including an electric grill. A sink needs a water supply and drainage; appliances need an appropriate electrical supply. The worktop, bar and dining table should be planned together as part of your garden room layout. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-garden-house#pg-faq-pavilion-11) [All answers](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-garden-house) 03 20 answers ### [Garden sheds](https://pinegard.eu/faq/a-modern-tool-house) Bicycles, mowers, shelves and small jobs place different demands on a shed. Read about size, entrances and interior layout, plus matching the facade, managing moisture, foundations and costs. - ### What types of garden storage building does Pinegard make? Lockable stores for tools, bicycles and garden equipment, log stores and larger utility buildings. We adapt dimensions, doors, windows and finishes to the site. Options range from narrow storage beside a house to a larger shed accommodating a ride-on mower. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/a-modern-tool-house#pg-faq-shed-01) - ### When are double doors useful? For a wide mower, ride-on mower, wheelbarrow or large seasonal furniture. The clear width with the doors fully open matters more than the leaf dimensions alone. You also need manoeuvring space outside and a threshold that equipment can cross. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/a-modern-tool-house#pg-faq-shed-03) - ### What affects the price of a Pinegard garden shed? Its size, structural and facade materials, roof covering, number of doors and windows, and equipment. Flooring, services, shelving or a connection to a carport changes the scope. Access for delivering and assembling components in the chosen garden location also matters. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/a-modern-tool-house#pg-faq-shed-16) [All answers](https://pinegard.eu/faq/a-modern-tool-house) 04 20 answers ### [Saunas and spa areas](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-sauna) A sauna involves both the building and the cabin equipment. We answer questions about heaters, benches, glazing and ventilation, as well as services, winter use, hot tubs, cleaning and maintenance. - ### What equipment is included inside a sauna cabin? The basic equipment comprises: - a heater and controls; - benches sized for the number of users; - lighting suitable for cabin conditions. Headrests, a thermo-hygrometer, sand timer, bucket and ladle can be added. Bench planning should also consider whether you want to sit or lie down comfortably. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-sauna#pg-faq-sauna-06) - ### How is the sauna heater selected? By the cabin volume, glazed area, insulation and appliance manufacturer's requirements. Large glass surfaces lose more heat than insulated walls. Electric and wood-burning heaters have different requirements for electrical supply or flue provision. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-sauna#pg-faq-sauna-07) - ### What affects the price of a Pinegard sauna? The quotation covers both the building and cabin equipment: - dimensions, rooms and glazing; - timber and finishes; - heater, controls, benches and lighting; - shower, hot tub and required services. The price of the shell alone is not the price of a complete spa area. Compare equipment and connection scope separately. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-sauna#pg-faq-sauna-16) [All answers](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-sauna) 05 20 answers ### [Garden gyms](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-gym) Equipment and training style set the questions to ask first. How much movement space, what height and which floor loads? We also cover noise, ventilation, temperature, cost and private gyms versus client studios. - ### What structural systems does Pinegard use for garden gyms? Timber framing or HBE laminated timber elements. The facade can be finished with boards or, in a suitable system, render. The layout, glazing and services depend on whether the building is intended for seasonal or year-round training. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-gym#pg-faq-gym-01) - ### What determines the floor's load-bearing capacity beneath equipment? The designer needs equipment weights, user weights and the loads used during training. Equipment support points and impacts from setting weights down also matter. An exercise bike loads the floor differently from a barbell set down dynamically. A mat can protect the finish and soften some impacts, but does not increase the floor's load-bearing capacity. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-gym#pg-faq-gym-06) - ### What determines the price of a Pinegard garden gym? Size, structural system, facade, glazing and interior finish. A year-round building has different building elements and services from a seasonal shelter. A floor for heavy equipment, heating, ventilation and installation access also affect the cost. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-gym#pg-faq-gym-16) [All answers](https://pinegard.eu/faq/garden-gym) 06 20 answers ### [Timber pergolas](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-wooden-pergola) Shade, privacy or rain protection? Learn the roles of the structure, roof and pergola sides. We also explain timber, foundations, controls, pricing and the implications of extending later. - ### Does an open-slatted pergola protect against rain? It does not provide a watertight cover: water passes through the gaps. Protecting furniture and the dining area requires a suitable covering. Pinegard offers options including glass, blinds and solid roofs; protection depends on the selected system. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-wooden-pergola#pg-faq-pergola-06) - ### Can a pergola have motorised blinds? Yes, Pinegard offers motorised or manually operated screens. Tracks, fixings and motors need space in the structure, and motorisation requires power. The manufacturer of the specific system defines permitted operation in wind and rain. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-wooden-pergola#pg-faq-pergola-08) - ### Can a pergola have LED lighting and radiant heaters? Yes. Pinegard offers both. Lighting can define dining areas and access routes, while radiant heaters warm the seating zone. Cables, mounting points and power-supply access are prepared along with the structure. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-wooden-pergola#pg-faq-pergola-16) [All answers](https://pinegard.eu/faq/modern-wooden-pergola) 07 24 answers ### [Ordering and installation](https://pinegard.eu/faq-garden-structures) How does a Pinegard order work, what is included in a quotation, and when do samples and drawings arrive? Follow the process through delivery and installation, including abroad, plus servicing and other garden structures. - ### What timber does Pinegard use? We use glued laminated timber in load-bearing terrace roofs, pergolas and sheds. Our timber comes from Scandinavia, and we use OSMO coatings for exterior protection. Facades, structural components and sauna interiors have different functions, so their materials are selected separately. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq-garden-structures#pg-faq-general-07) - ### Are foundations the same as the terrace surface? No. Tiles, decking and paving form the walking surface. Foundations transfer structural loads to the ground and may lie beneath the terrace finish. Their positions, load-bearing capacity and suitability for fixing supports must be checked before installation. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq-garden-structures#pg-faq-general-13) - ### How are delivery and installation handled on the property? Pinegard delivers prepared components, and the team assembles the structure on site. Space for unloading and a route to carry components into the garden are needed. A narrow gate, stairs or an upper-floor terrace affects logistics and how larger components are delivered. [Open this question in the full FAQ](https://pinegard.eu/faq-garden-structures#pg-faq-general-16) [All answers](https://pinegard.eu/faq-garden-structures) Your project / Pinegard ## Let's talk about your garden. Send photographs and approximate dimensions. 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