8′ x 5’6 Shire Loft Childrens/ Kids Wooden Garden Playhouse
Overview
The 8′ x 5’6 Shire Loft 2 Storey Kids Wooden Playhouse (2.40m x 1.67m) provides a safe and secure garden home where children can enjoy creative play and outdoor adventures. Designed and built in Great Britain to the highest standards, this wooden playhouse combines durability with attractive styling to enhance any garden space.
Key Features
- Two-storey design with upper loft area for extended play space
- Sturdy wooden ladder provides safe access to first floor
- All glazing made from shatterproof safety styrene, not conventional glass
- Decorative window shutters and two window boxes included
- Meets BS EN 71-1:2014 safety standards for children’s play equipment
- Weathertight construction for year-round use
- Attractive scalloped barge boards and diamond-shaped finial
Roof Types
The playhouse features an 11mm OSB apex roof fitted with weatherproof felt cover, providing excellent weather protection and a classic pitched appearance. The roof overhang offers additional weather protection around the building perimeter.
Dimensions
This kids’ playhouse measures 8 feet by 5 feet 6 inches (2.40m x 1.67m), offering generous space for multiple children to play comfortably across two levels.
Construction
Built from superior 12mm tongue and groove shiplap cladding mounted on a sturdy 34mm² frame, this wooden playhouse delivers robust durability. The 12mm tongue and groove floor is specifically engineered to withstand the demands of active play and outdoor conditions. The construction method creates a fully weathertight structure, protecting children from the elements.
Treatment & Guarantee
This children’s wooden playhouse has been dip-treated to provide a 10-year anti-rot guarantee. To maintain this protection and extend the life of your wooden playhouse, annual retreatment and adherence to manufacturer guidelines are required.
Doors & Windows
The single door features a magnetic safety catch and includes a small diamond-shaped window for visibility. Ground floor access is enhanced by three opening single-glazed windows that provide excellent light and ventilation, creating a pleasant and healthy play environment.
The first-floor loft area includes one fixed window fitted for safety purposes. All windows throughout this wooden garden structure use shatterproof safety styrene glazing, eliminating the risk of broken glass. Decorative shutters and two window boxes complete the charming appearance.
Assembly Information
This Shire children’s playhouse requires assembly on site. We recommend planning adequate time and additional hands for construction, particularly when positioning the heavy timber frame and roof sections.
Delivery Information
This large two-storey playhouse is delivered as a flat-pack, requiring on-site assembly. Delivery is via carrier to your UK address.
Optional Upgrades
Consider complementary garden storage solutions to store play equipment and outdoor accessories separately from your playhouse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this playhouse safe for children?
Yes. This wooden playhouse adheres to BS EN 71-1:2014 safety standards for children’s play equipment. All glazing is made from shatterproof safety styrene, doors include magnetic safety catches, and the upper floor window is fixed for protection.
What maintenance is required?
Annual retreatment is necessary to maintain the 10-year anti-rot guarantee. This involves applying wood treatment products as recommended by the manufacturer.
Can multiple children use the playhouse simultaneously?
Yes, the two-storey design with ground and first-floor areas provides space for multiple children to play together, making it ideal for siblings and playdates.
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