What Is Included in a Cabin Kit—and What Must Be Sourced Locally?

A cabin kit is not simply a frame package, but it is also not a completed turnkey house.

SolidCabin supplies a coordinated, factory-prepared building system. The exact order scope is defined by the current model revision, written quotation, model-specific inclusion list and purchase agreement.

The Quick Scope Summary

1. Factory-Prepared Structural Timber

Depending on the model, the standard kit may include glue-laminated timber posts, beams, rafters, ridge members, perimeter members, wall framing, loft framing, stair structure and model-specific supports.

Components are prepared according to production drawings and organized for assembly. This reduces site cutting and interpretation, but it does not eliminate the need for competent labor, accurate foundations, lifting equipment and normal construction supervision.

2. Wall, Roof and Exterior Components

The standard kit includes the model-specific timber wall and roof elements listed for the selected design.

Depending on the model, this may include:

• Exterior wall framing or timber wall elements
• Exterior timber cladding
• Tongue-and-groove timber components
• Interior timber surfaces included in the assembly
• Roof decking or sheathing
• Moisture-management membranes
• Battens or ventilation components
• Standing-seam or other specified metal roofing
• Model-specific ridge, edge and flashing components

Roof and envelope performance still depends on correct local installation, flashing, penetrations, sealants and weather protection.

3. Internal Partitions, Lofts and Stairs

Internal timber partitions, loft framing, stairs, landings and railings are included where they form part of the selected standard model and quotation.

This does not mean the rooms arrive with completed wiring, plumbing, waterproofing, bathroom fixtures, appliances or furniture.

4. Window and Door Joinery

The standard kit includes unglazed window and exterior-door joinery according to the selected model.

Joinery configuration, opening direction, color, fixed and openable sections, and model-specific façade elements are confirmed in the quotation and approved drawings.

5. Glass Is a Separate Factory Option

Glass is a separate factory option unless expressly included in the quotation.

Unless otherwise requested, the factory glass package is supplied as tinted dual-pane tempered glass.

Alternative specifications may include Low-E coatings or other performance requirements. The local energy code, climate, glass area and frame system should be reviewed before the final specification is approved.

When a glass package is ordered, the glass travels as part of the factory shipment. Installation at the project site is normally performed by the local team.

6. Insulation Material Is Not Standard Kit Scope

Insulation material is not included in the standard kit unless expressly listed in the quotation.

SolidCabin can prepare cavities and assembly details suitable for the confirmed system, but the material, thickness, installation method and final wall, roof and floor assemblies must be selected for the project location.

R-values are approximate and depend on the complete assembly. The appointed local professional remains responsible for confirming the required code-compliant construction.

7. Model-Specific Decks

Some models include deck components in their standard architectural scope. Other models treat the deck as optional or exclude it.

The deck affects material quantity, container use, foundation points, railings, local labor and total project footprint. It must be confirmed from the current model page and quotation.

8. Optional Factory Packages

Depending on model and container capacity, optional packages may include:

• Factory glass package
• Prefabricated timber floor or crawl system
• Hardwood ground-floor finish
• Kitchen cabinetry
• General assembly hardware
• Selected model-specific exterior or interior options

An option is included only when listed in the written quotation. Photographs of another project do not change the commercial scope.

9. The Floor Package Is Not the Site Foundation

An optional prefabricated timber floor or crawl package provides a factory-prepared floor structure for applicable models.

It does not replace the locally designed foundation, soil support, anchoring, frost protection, drainage or site work.

10. Manufacturer Documents

SolidCabin provides model-specific floor plans and architectural reference drawings, production drawings, assembly documents and technical reference information appropriate to the confirmed project stage.

These documents support manufacturing, assembly and local professional review.

They are separate from:

• Property-specific site plans
• Local foundation engineering
• Structural calculations for the jurisdiction
• Energy-code documents
• Electrical, plumbing and mechanical plans
• Professional stamps
• Locally approved permit documents

11. Local Construction Scope

Local scope normally includes:

• Surveying, grading, drainage and access
• Foundation and anchoring
• Receiving, unloading and storage
• Assembly labor and lifting equipment
• Insulation supply and installation
• Electrical, plumbing, HVAC and ventilation
• Bathroom waterproofing and fixtures
• Appliances and local finishes
• Permit applications and inspections
• Site safety and local code compliance

12. Technical Guidance Is Not a Standard Kit Item

SolidCabin can provide remote technical support for the supplied system.

Initial on-site assembly guidance may be separately agreed for suitable projects. It is not included as a standard kit item.

Guidance does not replace local labor, general contracting, site management, equipment operation, licensed trades or responsibility for site safety.

13. Which Documents Control an Order?

The commercial scope should be checked in this order:

1. Current written quotation
2. Model-specific kit-inclusion list
3. Approved model revision and drawings
4. Written project-specific clarifications
5. Purchase agreement

Review the general reference: SolidCabin Standard Kit Inclusion & Local Scope List 2026.

Aries Cista uses a separate model-specific packaging and scope document and should not be used to interpret the standard Stella or Aries package.