Saturday, 30 August 2025

We are now selling a large stock of insulated metal panels (IMPS) in 2 grades £18 and £8 a metre 1-6m long x 1m wide - 45mm to 120mm thick

 Clearance of new old stock insulated metal panels (IMPS) from Tata Steel and other manufacturers in large quantities if required .

contact : cabinznet@gmail.com 

These are new, old stock from overstocks and off cuts of larger orders in 1 to 6 metre lengths and thicknesses of 45mm to 120mm.

The panels are available in roof type (with ridged profile one side ) and wall (flat both sides)  usually 1 metre wide (+ overlap for roof type)2 grades. 

1. Lower grade is £8 a metre, and will have some dents/ marks / discolouration wear (see photo).

The lower grade is best used with an internal 4 x 2" wood frame as edge dents may stop panels joining tightly together to form a structure strong enough with panels on their own. 

2. Top grade is £18 per metre and is mostly like new, though may have light scratches/ marks

They have been stored outside, so will have marks and may need cleaning / jet washing. Roofing Tek screws and other hardware also available at discounted price. 

Footings, corner & roof flashings may be available as well as local delivery 

Buyer collects or local delivery may be possible after buyer inspects & pays. Profits goes to support local community groups. 

We are working on build packs so people can build their own with  panels and flashing kits. 

Friday, 8 August 2025

Affordable Insulated Panels for Allotment Sheds, Workshops & Greenhouses. Floor Platforms Available Now

 

Subject: Affordable Insulated Panels for Allotment Sheds, Workshops & Greenhouses – Available Now

Dear Allotment Holders and Group Organisers,

I hope this message finds you well and your growing season is going strong.

We’ve recently purchased a large quantity of Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) at a clearance price from a supporting business– ideal for creating strong, insulated, and relocatable storage sheds, workshops, root cellars, or even parts of greenhouses. 

The job lot of IMP panels is old stock with some edge dents (pic below) , cost £50 in total, with delivery costs estimated at £200 or a bit more if they need cutting for transport. We have now offered them to a local allotment group in the North West UK at cost. We have worked with this allotment in Chester at length and hope to produce some prototype shelters.

If they do not go ahead with them, they maybe available to other allotment groups. We also have smaller amounts of IMP panels, grp roof sheets & fixings available at low cost.

   If all the your allotment site or community garden could benefit from improved storage, shelter, or working spaces, job lots like this may be available in future, so we can put you on a list.

These panels are highly durable, weather-resistant, and provide excellent thermal insulation – ideal for year-round use on allotments. As an additional benefit, low-cost floor platforms and ground anchors are also available to help create a stable and secure base for any structure.

Support from Cabinz CIC:
Cabinz CIC is supporting this initiative by contacting local builders to request volunteer assistance in constructing these structures where needed. We understand that not every group has the tools or manpower to build from scratch, and we're doing what we can to help.

Additionally, Cabinz has reached out to Cheshire West & Chester Council, to confirm they have no objection to the use of these insulated panels on council-owned allotment land, making them a safe and approved material choice.


If you're interested in getting hold of some of these panels, or would like to discuss ideas or support for building your own allotment structures, please get in touch as soon as possible. The panels are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and we’d love to see them used for projects that benefit local growers and communities.

 IMP panels garden rooms are easy & quick to build as show in these videos here & here 

You can contact us directly below

Warm regards,
Paul Ridley Director 
Cabinz CIC Contact Information - cabinznet@gmail.com

 


 

Sunday, 3 August 2025

Architectural Conditions of the Largest Refugee Settlements

Architectural Conditions of the Largest Refugee Settlements 

  https://parametric-architecture.com/refugee-settlements/

Contruct a simple DIY 6m x 4m garden room for £1500 - an excellent educational video showing how those on low incomes can gather low cost reusable materials from local businesses & online marketplaces

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