A-frame cabins offer a simple, inviting space with a classic pointed roofline that feels right at home on any property. You can turn it into a small getaway, a hobby room, or an extra spot for guests. This cabin style combines everyday comfort with a timeless look.
A-Frame Cabin Standard Features
- Flooring
- Framing
- Siding
- Roofing
- Customization Options
Flooring
Wood A-Frame Cabins:
- Floor system built on 4×6 pressure-treated notched skids for a solid foundation
- Skids notched 1 1/2 inches to securely seat pressure-treated SYP 2×6 floor joists
- Floor joists spaced 16” on center for added lateral support
- Heavier skid and joist design helps prevent sagging or floor movement
- ¾” tongue and groove plywood used for floor decking
- Thicker plywood creates tight seams and reduces long-term sagging
- Plywood securely fastened to the floor joists for a solid, low-maintenance floor
- Optional floor enamel coating available
- Two-step process using an Extreme Block primer followed by enamel
- Enamel seals the plywood to protect against spills and stains
Aluminum A-Frame Cabins:
- Floor built on 4×6 ground contact Southern Yellow Pine skids
- Skids notched 1 ½ inches to cradle 20-gauge galvanized steel 2×6 floor joists
- Floor joists secured to skids with 5/16”x4” lag screws for added lateral strength
- The reinforced floor system provides a solid, stable foundation
- Floor frame decked with ¾” tongue and groove plywood
- Thick plywood creates tight seams and helps block pests
- Plywood screwed to joists for a secure, maintenance-free floor
- Floor system rated for 125 pounds per square foot load capacity
- Designed to support heavy storage and long-term use
- Optional floor enamel coating available
- Two-step application using Extreme Block primer and enamel
- Coating seals plywood against spills and stains and extends the floor’s lifespan
Framing
Wood A-Frame Cabins:
- Spruce 2×4 wall studs spaced 24” on center for structural strength
- Double wall studs are installed every 4 feet to reinforce exterior siding seams
- Floor system built on 4×6 pressure-treated Southern Yellow Pine skids
- Skids notched 1 ½ inches to cradle pressure-treated SYP 2×6 floor joists
- Notched skid design provides strong lateral support and helps prevent joist movement
- Floor frame decked with ¾” tongue and groove plywood
- Interlocking plywood design reduces sagging and supports heavy use
- Double 2×8 top plate adds rigidity and helps distribute weight evenly across the structure
Aluminum A-Frame Cabins:
- Walls framed with 2×4 roll-formed 20-gauge G-90 galvanized steel studs
- Wall studs spaced 24” on center for consistent structural support
- Horizontal belt stud runs midway around the perimeter to reinforce siding seams
- Double 2×8 wall plate adds strength and stability to the wall system
- Floor built on 4×6 ground contact Southern Yellow Pine skids
- Skids notched 1 ½ inches to cradle 20-gauge galvanized steel 2×6 floor joists
- Floor joists secured to skids with 5/16”x4” lag screws for added lateral support
- Floor decked with ¾” tongue and groove plywood
- Plywood screwed to joists for a strong, maintenance-free floor
- Floor system rated for 125 pounds per square foot load capacity
- Roof framed with 2×4 roll-formed 20-gauge G-90 galvanized steel rafters
- Rafters spaced 24” on center and aligned with wall studs
- Roof framing laid out in a 24” grid across the pitch
- Engineered to meet or exceed local roof load and wind zone requirements
- 180 MPH wind rating
- Standard 3” on 12” roof pitch
Siding
Wood A-Frame Cabins:
- Two wooden cabin siding options are available
- ⅝” pressure-treated T1-11 rough sawn plywood siding with V-grooves every 4 inches
- 7/16” LP Smart Siding option with V-grooves every 8 inches
- Low-maintenance siding with a clean, modern appearance
- Engineered for long-term durability
- Includes a prorated limited warranty on the substrate
Aluminum A-Frame Cabins:
- Aluminum lap siding with a Dutch lap style profile
- Aluminum twin rib pattern siding
- Multiple color options available
Roofing
Wood A-Frame Cabins:
- Roofing options include 29-Gauge steel metal roofing or 3-tab shingles
- 29GA steel metal roofing available in 18 baked enamel colors and Galvalume
- Metal roof panels installed vertically for efficient water and debris drainage
- Roof deck constructed with 7/16 OSB sheathing for added structural strength
- 3-tab shingles available in stock colors
- Optional upgrade to 30-year architectural shingles with expanded color choices
- Screened ridge included for ventilation while keeping out debris and pests
Aluminum A-Frame Cabins:
- 29-gauge painted steel roof for added thickness and long-term weather resistance
- 5 Rib metal roofing profile commonly used in residential applications
- Roof panels installed vertically down the pitch for proper water and debris drainage
- Continuous Metal Roof System runs from one side of the cabin to the other
- Crimped ridge design eliminates traditional ridge caps for improved leak protection
- Screened ridge allows ventilation while keeping out debris and pests
- Metal roofing is available in multiple baked enamel color options
Customization Options
Wood A-Frame Cabins:
- Multiple cabin size options available to fit different spaces and uses
- Wide range of exterior color choices for siding
- Custom layout options, including open floor plans, multiple rooms, or partitions
- Standard 36” 9-lite gridded doors, barn-style doors, custom doors, or roll-up garage doors
- Flexible door sizing and placement
- Multiple window size options for natural light
- Optional PVC flower boxes and shutters
- Electrical packages available
- Basic package includes an overhead light with a wall switch and a receptacle by the door
- Additional outlets, lights, three-way switches, sub-panels, or 220-volt plugs
- Optional loft shelves for added overhead storage
Aluminum A-Frame Cabins:
- Multiple cabin size options available to fit different spaces and uses
- Wide range of exterior color choices for siding
- Custom layout options, including open floor plans, multiple rooms, or partitions
- Standard 36” 9-lite gridded doors, barn-style doors, custom doors, or roll-up garage doors
- Flexible door sizing and placement
- Multiple window size options for natural light
- Optional PVC flower boxes and shutters
- Electrical packages available
- Basic package includes an overhead light with a wall switch and a receptacle by the door
- Additional outlets, lights, three-way switches, sub-panels, or 220-volt plugs
- Optional loft shelves for added overhead storage
A-Frame Cabin Material Colors
- Steel Roof
- Aluminum Siding & Trim
- Urethane Siding
- Wood Siding & Trim












