FAQs
Does the listed price include taxes?
No, taxes vary depending on your location. In Ontario, HST of 13% will be added when you make your purchase.
What is the cost of delivery?
Cost of delivery depends on your location, please get in touch with us and we will get you a quote.
Does Timber Bunkies come and assemble my new bunkie?
Our Timber Bunkie Kits are designed so that a handy homeowner can assemble the kit with the help of a few friends. To simplify the assembly process all the joinery is completed in our shop and then disassembled for shipping. The flooring, roof and wall boards arrive on site cut to length. Only a few trim pieces will need to be cut on site.
If you feel unable to assemble the kit yourself we may be able to refer you to a qualified local crew that could assist with the assembly. Please contact us with your location.
What is the process once the bunkie arrives at my place? Do I need any specialty tools?
We will notify you well in advance of shipping the bunkie. It is your responsibility to have help on hand to unload the kit.
You will need a few tools for assembly. Refer to the assembly instructions for more details.
What is the lead time?
Lead time varies depending on the time of year. We are typically very busy in the spring and not as busy in the winter. We try to stock the materials but bunkie kits are assembled to order.
What size bunkies do you offer?
Currently we offer seven different bunkie sizes;
Little Otter - 10ft x 10ft (100 square feet + 81 square feet in the loft*)
Nipigon - 9ft x 12ft (108 square feet + 68 square feet in the loft*)
Humber - 10ft x 14ft (140 square feet + 78 square feet in the loft*)
French - 10ft x 16ft (160 square feet +
Missinabi - 12ft x 14ft (168 square feet + 93 square feet in the loft*)
The Grand - 12ft x 18ft (216 square feet + 108 square feet up to 172 square feet in the loft*)
Grand Plus - 12ft x 18ft (216 square feet + 108 square feet up to 172 square feet in the loft*) with an additional 180 square feet on the covered porch.
* in each of the bunkies above the loft can be extended within the building to provide additional loft space. Contact us for further details.
Do you offer custom made bunkies?
At this point we are not offering custom bunkies. We do offer a number of options that allow you a degree of customization with our current designs. These include additional posts, additional windows, side placement of door and extended lofts.
Are building permits required?
Permit requirements vary depending on your location. Check with your local building department to better understand the requirements in your area.
Under the recently revised Ontario building code a permit is not required for structures under 160 square feet providing they are single story and do not involve plumbing or electrical.
Can I add insulation to my bunkie?
Our Timber Bunkie is uniquely designed to make insulating the floor and roof easy. Insulating the walls can be done but it requires an additional layer of wood siding to cover the insulation.
How do I care for my bunkie once it is built?
Our Bunkies are built with Hemlock and wood that is know for its durability. Many of the century barns we see around the countryside would have been clad in Hemlock. Left untreated, Hemlock will last for decades and over time will develop a pleasing grey patina. Hemlock also readily accepts stain.
How can I heat my bunkie?
It’s hard to beat the warmth and ambience of a wood stove. Even a very small wood stove will provide enough heat to extend the season into the colder months.
What might I use a bunkie for?
There are endless possibilities as to what you might use a bunkie for including;
a tiny home;
an office space;
an air bnb at your cottage or cabin in the woods;
a storefront for your home based business;
a yoga studio;
extra space for when family and friends visit (both at your home or vacation property);
an art studio;
a playhouse;
and many more!
